Across the nation and around the world, PHILADANCO is celebrated for its innovation, creativity and preservation of predominantly African-American traditions in dance. For this engagement they will perform Rosa – a vivid tribute to Civil Rights activist Rosa Parks, who refused to sit in the segregated back of the bus in Montgomery, Alabama. Six women of Philadanco perform this modern contemporary ballet that includes audience participation and discussion. Recommended for Grades 3 – 8. Running time: 60 minutes.
Curriculum Connections: Modern dance, Civil Rights Movement, Personal and political convictions