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SUMMARY:Haitian Folkloric Dance with Jean Appolon & Live Drumming
DESCRIPTION:Class begins with a cardio warm-up\, and then goes through movements in several different rhythms from Haitian Folklore. Be ready to sweat! Class is accompanied by live drummers. One of the most remarkable things about this class is the vast range of participants\, in terms of age\, dance experience\, and connections to Haiti. What they share in common is loving class and finding it to be a fulfilling\, fun workout and opportunity for connection. \nCost: $25 General Admission | $15 Zoom Admission \nREGISTER HERE\nAccepted Payments: Cash\, Venmo (@jaebostonhaiti)\, Credit Card through Registration Platform \n\nWhat is the legacy of the genre/form/style you are teaching?\nJAE shares the liberating power of Haitian-folkloric dance to cultivate hope and healing towards a more expressive and socially just world. \nWhat background\, training\, and or relationship do you have with this style/technique/class subject?\nIn addition to being the Founder and Artistic Director of Jean Appolon Expressions (JAE)\, Jean Appolon is a successful choreographer and master teacher based in Boston and Port-au-Prince\, Haiti. Appolon received his earliest training and performance opportunities in Port-au-Prince with the Viviane Gauthier Dance Company and the Folkloric Ballet of Haiti. Appolon continued his dance education in the U.S. at the Harvard and Radcliffe Dance Program (1995-1996\, Boston\, MA)\, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater (1996-1998\, New York\, NY) and the Joffrey American Ballet School (1998-2003\, New York\, NY)\, where he graduated with a B.A. from a joint degree program offered by The New School. \nFinish this statement: I am passionate about teaching this style because…\n“…it is very important to me. As a Haitian born and raised\, I always want to teach my culture and my traditional dance. It’s a culture that is almost being erased. In Haiti there are a lot of activities that are no longer existent. For me\, growing up and learning about Haitian Folkloric Dance and hearing the drums….it’s very important to me. It’s very necessary for me to pass it on to other cultures and other people and other generations of Haitians coming up.” \nAccompanists\, Assistants\, and Regular Substitutes:\nMcebisi Xotyeni (main substitute) \nMcebisi (Bisi) Xotyeni\, of Cape Town\, South Africa\, is a professional dancer\, teacher\, and choreographer. He began dancing with the outreach program Dance For All\, where he trained extensively in ballet\, African\, contemporary\, and hip hop. He was awarded a full scholarship with Dance For All and eventually began working for the professional dance company iKapa Dance Theatre. He has also worked with leading companies in South Africa such as Cape Town City Ballet\, Suede Productions\, and Sibonelo Dance Project. He has performed for numerous festivals and has collaborated with international artists for performances and outreach projects. He has been a lead company dancer with Jean Appolon Expressions since 2016. Bisi is also JAE’s Artistic Manager and an Educator in the company’s US based and international programs. \n\nHow can students learn more about this offering?\nWebsite: https://jeanappolonexpressions.org/\nInstagram: @jaebostonhaiti\nFacebook: Jean Appolon Expressions (JAE)\nYouTube: @JAExpressions \nContact Information\nContact Meg McGrath:\nMegM@jeanappolonexpressions.org | 978-505-8729
URL:https://www.dancecomplex.org/event/haitian-folkloric-dance-with-jean-appolon-live-drumming-4/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:Studio 3
CATEGORIES:Classes for Adults,Classes for Teens 16+,Classes for Youth & Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T133000
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CREATED:20260227T170014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T152307Z
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SUMMARY:Haitian Folkloric Dance with Jean Appolon & Live Drumming
DESCRIPTION:Class begins with a cardio warm-up\, and then goes through movements in several different rhythms from Haitian Folklore. Be ready to sweat! Class is accompanied by live drummers. One of the most remarkable things about this class is the vast range of participants\, in terms of age\, dance experience\, and connections to Haiti. What they share in common is loving class and finding it to be a fulfilling\, fun workout and opportunity for connection. \nCost: $25 General Admission | $15 Zoom Admission \nREGISTER HERE\nAccepted Payments: Cash\, Venmo (@jaebostonhaiti)\, Credit Card through Registration Platform \n\nWhat is the legacy of the genre/form/style you are teaching?\nJAE shares the liberating power of Haitian-folkloric dance to cultivate hope and healing towards a more expressive and socially just world. \nWhat background\, training\, and or relationship do you have with this style/technique/class subject?\nIn addition to being the Founder and Artistic Director of Jean Appolon Expressions (JAE)\, Jean Appolon is a successful choreographer and master teacher based in Boston and Port-au-Prince\, Haiti. Appolon received his earliest training and performance opportunities in Port-au-Prince with the Viviane Gauthier Dance Company and the Folkloric Ballet of Haiti. Appolon continued his dance education in the U.S. at the Harvard and Radcliffe Dance Program (1995-1996\, Boston\, MA)\, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater (1996-1998\, New York\, NY) and the Joffrey American Ballet School (1998-2003\, New York\, NY)\, where he graduated with a B.A. from a joint degree program offered by The New School. \nFinish this statement: I am passionate about teaching this style because…\n“…it is very important to me. As a Haitian born and raised\, I always want to teach my culture and my traditional dance. It’s a culture that is almost being erased. In Haiti there are a lot of activities that are no longer existent. For me\, growing up and learning about Haitian Folkloric Dance and hearing the drums….it’s very important to me. It’s very necessary for me to pass it on to other cultures and other people and other generations of Haitians coming up.” \nAccompanists\, Assistants\, and Regular Substitutes:\nMcebisi Xotyeni (main substitute) \nMcebisi (Bisi) Xotyeni\, of Cape Town\, South Africa\, is a professional dancer\, teacher\, and choreographer. He began dancing with the outreach program Dance For All\, where he trained extensively in ballet\, African\, contemporary\, and hip hop. He was awarded a full scholarship with Dance For All and eventually began working for the professional dance company iKapa Dance Theatre. He has also worked with leading companies in South Africa such as Cape Town City Ballet\, Suede Productions\, and Sibonelo Dance Project. He has performed for numerous festivals and has collaborated with international artists for performances and outreach projects. He has been a lead company dancer with Jean Appolon Expressions since 2016. Bisi is also JAE’s Artistic Manager and an Educator in the company’s US based and international programs. \n\nHow can students learn more about this offering?\nWebsite: https://jeanappolonexpressions.org/\nInstagram: @jaebostonhaiti\nFacebook: Jean Appolon Expressions (JAE)\nYouTube: @JAExpressions \nContact Information\nContact Meg McGrath:\nMegM@jeanappolonexpressions.org | 978-505-8729
URL:https://www.dancecomplex.org/event/haitian-folkloric-dance-with-jean-appolon-live-drumming-4/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Studio 3
CATEGORIES:Classes for Adults,Classes for Teens 16+,Classes for Youth & Teens
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SUMMARY:Haitian Folkloric Dance with Jean Appolon & Live Drumming
DESCRIPTION:Class begins with a cardio warm-up\, and then goes through movements in several different rhythms from Haitian Folklore. Be ready to sweat! Class is accompanied by live drummers. One of the most remarkable things about this class is the vast range of participants\, in terms of age\, dance experience\, and connections to Haiti. What they share in common is loving class and finding it to be a fulfilling\, fun workout and opportunity for connection. \nCost: $25 General Admission | $15 Zoom Admission \nREGISTER HERE\nAccepted Payments: Cash\, Venmo (@jaebostonhaiti)\, Credit Card through Registration Platform \n\nWhat is the legacy of the genre/form/style you are teaching?\nJAE shares the liberating power of Haitian-folkloric dance to cultivate hope and healing towards a more expressive and socially just world. \nWhat background\, training\, and or relationship do you have with this style/technique/class subject?\nIn addition to being the Founder and Artistic Director of Jean Appolon Expressions (JAE)\, Jean Appolon is a successful choreographer and master teacher based in Boston and Port-au-Prince\, Haiti. Appolon received his earliest training and performance opportunities in Port-au-Prince with the Viviane Gauthier Dance Company and the Folkloric Ballet of Haiti. Appolon continued his dance education in the U.S. at the Harvard and Radcliffe Dance Program (1995-1996\, Boston\, MA)\, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater (1996-1998\, New York\, NY) and the Joffrey American Ballet School (1998-2003\, New York\, NY)\, where he graduated with a B.A. from a joint degree program offered by The New School. \nFinish this statement: I am passionate about teaching this style because…\n“…it is very important to me. As a Haitian born and raised\, I always want to teach my culture and my traditional dance. It’s a culture that is almost being erased. In Haiti there are a lot of activities that are no longer existent. For me\, growing up and learning about Haitian Folkloric Dance and hearing the drums….it’s very important to me. It’s very necessary for me to pass it on to other cultures and other people and other generations of Haitians coming up.” \nAccompanists\, Assistants\, and Regular Substitutes:\nMcebisi Xotyeni (main substitute) \nMcebisi (Bisi) Xotyeni\, of Cape Town\, South Africa\, is a professional dancer\, teacher\, and choreographer. He began dancing with the outreach program Dance For All\, where he trained extensively in ballet\, African\, contemporary\, and hip hop. He was awarded a full scholarship with Dance For All and eventually began working for the professional dance company iKapa Dance Theatre. He has also worked with leading companies in South Africa such as Cape Town City Ballet\, Suede Productions\, and Sibonelo Dance Project. He has performed for numerous festivals and has collaborated with international artists for performances and outreach projects. He has been a lead company dancer with Jean Appolon Expressions since 2016. Bisi is also JAE’s Artistic Manager and an Educator in the company’s US based and international programs. \n\nHow can students learn more about this offering?\nWebsite: https://jeanappolonexpressions.org/\nInstagram: @jaebostonhaiti\nFacebook: Jean Appolon Expressions (JAE)\nYouTube: @JAExpressions \nContact Information\nContact Meg McGrath:\nMegM@jeanappolonexpressions.org | 978-505-8729
URL:https://www.dancecomplex.org/event/haitian-folkloric-dance-with-jean-appolon-live-drumming-4/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:Studio 3
CATEGORIES:Classes for Adults,Classes for Teens 16+,Classes for Youth & Teens
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SUMMARY:Haitian Folkloric Dance with Jean Appolon & Live Drumming
DESCRIPTION:Class begins with a cardio warm-up\, and then goes through movements in several different rhythms from Haitian Folklore. Be ready to sweat! Class is accompanied by live drummers. One of the most remarkable things about this class is the vast range of participants\, in terms of age\, dance experience\, and connections to Haiti. What they share in common is loving class and finding it to be a fulfilling\, fun workout and opportunity for connection. \nCost: $25 General Admission | $15 Zoom Admission \nREGISTER HERE\nAccepted Payments: Cash\, Venmo (@jaebostonhaiti)\, Credit Card through Registration Platform \n\nWhat is the legacy of the genre/form/style you are teaching?\nJAE shares the liberating power of Haitian-folkloric dance to cultivate hope and healing towards a more expressive and socially just world. \nWhat background\, training\, and or relationship do you have with this style/technique/class subject?\nIn addition to being the Founder and Artistic Director of Jean Appolon Expressions (JAE)\, Jean Appolon is a successful choreographer and master teacher based in Boston and Port-au-Prince\, Haiti. Appolon received his earliest training and performance opportunities in Port-au-Prince with the Viviane Gauthier Dance Company and the Folkloric Ballet of Haiti. Appolon continued his dance education in the U.S. at the Harvard and Radcliffe Dance Program (1995-1996\, Boston\, MA)\, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater (1996-1998\, New York\, NY) and the Joffrey American Ballet School (1998-2003\, New York\, NY)\, where he graduated with a B.A. from a joint degree program offered by The New School. \nFinish this statement: I am passionate about teaching this style because…\n“…it is very important to me. As a Haitian born and raised\, I always want to teach my culture and my traditional dance. It’s a culture that is almost being erased. In Haiti there are a lot of activities that are no longer existent. For me\, growing up and learning about Haitian Folkloric Dance and hearing the drums….it’s very important to me. It’s very necessary for me to pass it on to other cultures and other people and other generations of Haitians coming up.” \nAccompanists\, Assistants\, and Regular Substitutes:\nMcebisi Xotyeni (main substitute) \nMcebisi (Bisi) Xotyeni\, of Cape Town\, South Africa\, is a professional dancer\, teacher\, and choreographer. He began dancing with the outreach program Dance For All\, where he trained extensively in ballet\, African\, contemporary\, and hip hop. He was awarded a full scholarship with Dance For All and eventually began working for the professional dance company iKapa Dance Theatre. He has also worked with leading companies in South Africa such as Cape Town City Ballet\, Suede Productions\, and Sibonelo Dance Project. He has performed for numerous festivals and has collaborated with international artists for performances and outreach projects. He has been a lead company dancer with Jean Appolon Expressions since 2016. Bisi is also JAE’s Artistic Manager and an Educator in the company’s US based and international programs. \n\nHow can students learn more about this offering?\nWebsite: https://jeanappolonexpressions.org/\nInstagram: @jaebostonhaiti\nFacebook: Jean Appolon Expressions (JAE)\nYouTube: @JAExpressions \nContact Information\nContact Meg McGrath:\nMegM@jeanappolonexpressions.org | 978-505-8729
URL:https://www.dancecomplex.org/event/haitian-folkloric-dance-with-jean-appolon-live-drumming-14/
LOCATION:Studio 3
CATEGORIES:Classes for Adults,Classes for Teens 16+,Classes for Youth & Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dancecomplex.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Jean-Appolon.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T133000
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CREATED:20260227T170014Z
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SUMMARY:Haitian Folkloric Dance with Jean Appolon & Live Drumming
DESCRIPTION:Class begins with a cardio warm-up\, and then goes through movements in several different rhythms from Haitian Folklore. Be ready to sweat! Class is accompanied by live drummers. One of the most remarkable things about this class is the vast range of participants\, in terms of age\, dance experience\, and connections to Haiti. What they share in common is loving class and finding it to be a fulfilling\, fun workout and opportunity for connection. \nCost: $25 General Admission | $15 Zoom Admission \nREGISTER HERE\nAccepted Payments: Cash\, Venmo (@jaebostonhaiti)\, Credit Card through Registration Platform \n\nWhat is the legacy of the genre/form/style you are teaching?\nJAE shares the liberating power of Haitian-folkloric dance to cultivate hope and healing towards a more expressive and socially just world. \nWhat background\, training\, and or relationship do you have with this style/technique/class subject?\nIn addition to being the Founder and Artistic Director of Jean Appolon Expressions (JAE)\, Jean Appolon is a successful choreographer and master teacher based in Boston and Port-au-Prince\, Haiti. Appolon received his earliest training and performance opportunities in Port-au-Prince with the Viviane Gauthier Dance Company and the Folkloric Ballet of Haiti. Appolon continued his dance education in the U.S. at the Harvard and Radcliffe Dance Program (1995-1996\, Boston\, MA)\, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater (1996-1998\, New York\, NY) and the Joffrey American Ballet School (1998-2003\, New York\, NY)\, where he graduated with a B.A. from a joint degree program offered by The New School. \nFinish this statement: I am passionate about teaching this style because…\n“…it is very important to me. As a Haitian born and raised\, I always want to teach my culture and my traditional dance. It’s a culture that is almost being erased. In Haiti there are a lot of activities that are no longer existent. For me\, growing up and learning about Haitian Folkloric Dance and hearing the drums….it’s very important to me. It’s very necessary for me to pass it on to other cultures and other people and other generations of Haitians coming up.” \nAccompanists\, Assistants\, and Regular Substitutes:\nMcebisi Xotyeni (main substitute) \nMcebisi (Bisi) Xotyeni\, of Cape Town\, South Africa\, is a professional dancer\, teacher\, and choreographer. He began dancing with the outreach program Dance For All\, where he trained extensively in ballet\, African\, contemporary\, and hip hop. He was awarded a full scholarship with Dance For All and eventually began working for the professional dance company iKapa Dance Theatre. He has also worked with leading companies in South Africa such as Cape Town City Ballet\, Suede Productions\, and Sibonelo Dance Project. He has performed for numerous festivals and has collaborated with international artists for performances and outreach projects. He has been a lead company dancer with Jean Appolon Expressions since 2016. Bisi is also JAE’s Artistic Manager and an Educator in the company’s US based and international programs. \n\nHow can students learn more about this offering?\nWebsite: https://jeanappolonexpressions.org/\nInstagram: @jaebostonhaiti\nFacebook: Jean Appolon Expressions (JAE)\nYouTube: @JAExpressions \nContact Information\nContact Meg McGrath:\nMegM@jeanappolonexpressions.org | 978-505-8729
URL:https://www.dancecomplex.org/event/haitian-folkloric-dance-with-jean-appolon-live-drumming-4/2026-06-06/
LOCATION:Studio 3
CATEGORIES:Classes for Adults,Classes for Teens 16+,Classes for Youth & Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dancecomplex.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Jean-Appolon.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T133000
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CREATED:20260227T170014Z
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SUMMARY:Haitian Folkloric Dance with Jean Appolon & Live Drumming
DESCRIPTION:Class begins with a cardio warm-up\, and then goes through movements in several different rhythms from Haitian Folklore. Be ready to sweat! Class is accompanied by live drummers. One of the most remarkable things about this class is the vast range of participants\, in terms of age\, dance experience\, and connections to Haiti. What they share in common is loving class and finding it to be a fulfilling\, fun workout and opportunity for connection. \nCost: $25 General Admission | $15 Zoom Admission \nREGISTER HERE\nAccepted Payments: Cash\, Venmo (@jaebostonhaiti)\, Credit Card through Registration Platform \n\nWhat is the legacy of the genre/form/style you are teaching?\nJAE shares the liberating power of Haitian-folkloric dance to cultivate hope and healing towards a more expressive and socially just world. \nWhat background\, training\, and or relationship do you have with this style/technique/class subject?\nIn addition to being the Founder and Artistic Director of Jean Appolon Expressions (JAE)\, Jean Appolon is a successful choreographer and master teacher based in Boston and Port-au-Prince\, Haiti. Appolon received his earliest training and performance opportunities in Port-au-Prince with the Viviane Gauthier Dance Company and the Folkloric Ballet of Haiti. Appolon continued his dance education in the U.S. at the Harvard and Radcliffe Dance Program (1995-1996\, Boston\, MA)\, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater (1996-1998\, New York\, NY) and the Joffrey American Ballet School (1998-2003\, New York\, NY)\, where he graduated with a B.A. from a joint degree program offered by The New School. \nFinish this statement: I am passionate about teaching this style because…\n“…it is very important to me. As a Haitian born and raised\, I always want to teach my culture and my traditional dance. It’s a culture that is almost being erased. In Haiti there are a lot of activities that are no longer existent. For me\, growing up and learning about Haitian Folkloric Dance and hearing the drums….it’s very important to me. It’s very necessary for me to pass it on to other cultures and other people and other generations of Haitians coming up.” \nAccompanists\, Assistants\, and Regular Substitutes:\nMcebisi Xotyeni (main substitute) \nMcebisi (Bisi) Xotyeni\, of Cape Town\, South Africa\, is a professional dancer\, teacher\, and choreographer. He began dancing with the outreach program Dance For All\, where he trained extensively in ballet\, African\, contemporary\, and hip hop. He was awarded a full scholarship with Dance For All and eventually began working for the professional dance company iKapa Dance Theatre. He has also worked with leading companies in South Africa such as Cape Town City Ballet\, Suede Productions\, and Sibonelo Dance Project. He has performed for numerous festivals and has collaborated with international artists for performances and outreach projects. He has been a lead company dancer with Jean Appolon Expressions since 2016. Bisi is also JAE’s Artistic Manager and an Educator in the company’s US based and international programs. \n\nHow can students learn more about this offering?\nWebsite: https://jeanappolonexpressions.org/\nInstagram: @jaebostonhaiti\nFacebook: Jean Appolon Expressions (JAE)\nYouTube: @JAExpressions \nContact Information\nContact Meg McGrath:\nMegM@jeanappolonexpressions.org | 978-505-8729
URL:https://www.dancecomplex.org/event/haitian-folkloric-dance-with-jean-appolon-live-drumming-4/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:Studio 3
CATEGORIES:Classes for Adults,Classes for Teens 16+,Classes for Youth & Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dancecomplex.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Jean-Appolon.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T150000
DTSTAMP:20260509T113145
CREATED:20260227T170014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T152307Z
UID:10025443-1781962200-1781967600@www.dancecomplex.org
SUMMARY:Haitian Folkloric Dance with Jean Appolon & Live Drumming
DESCRIPTION:Class begins with a cardio warm-up\, and then goes through movements in several different rhythms from Haitian Folklore. Be ready to sweat! Class is accompanied by live drummers. One of the most remarkable things about this class is the vast range of participants\, in terms of age\, dance experience\, and connections to Haiti. What they share in common is loving class and finding it to be a fulfilling\, fun workout and opportunity for connection. \nCost: $25 General Admission | $15 Zoom Admission \nREGISTER HERE\nAccepted Payments: Cash\, Venmo (@jaebostonhaiti)\, Credit Card through Registration Platform \n\nWhat is the legacy of the genre/form/style you are teaching?\nJAE shares the liberating power of Haitian-folkloric dance to cultivate hope and healing towards a more expressive and socially just world. \nWhat background\, training\, and or relationship do you have with this style/technique/class subject?\nIn addition to being the Founder and Artistic Director of Jean Appolon Expressions (JAE)\, Jean Appolon is a successful choreographer and master teacher based in Boston and Port-au-Prince\, Haiti. Appolon received his earliest training and performance opportunities in Port-au-Prince with the Viviane Gauthier Dance Company and the Folkloric Ballet of Haiti. Appolon continued his dance education in the U.S. at the Harvard and Radcliffe Dance Program (1995-1996\, Boston\, MA)\, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater (1996-1998\, New York\, NY) and the Joffrey American Ballet School (1998-2003\, New York\, NY)\, where he graduated with a B.A. from a joint degree program offered by The New School. \nFinish this statement: I am passionate about teaching this style because…\n“…it is very important to me. As a Haitian born and raised\, I always want to teach my culture and my traditional dance. It’s a culture that is almost being erased. In Haiti there are a lot of activities that are no longer existent. For me\, growing up and learning about Haitian Folkloric Dance and hearing the drums….it’s very important to me. It’s very necessary for me to pass it on to other cultures and other people and other generations of Haitians coming up.” \nAccompanists\, Assistants\, and Regular Substitutes:\nMcebisi Xotyeni (main substitute) \nMcebisi (Bisi) Xotyeni\, of Cape Town\, South Africa\, is a professional dancer\, teacher\, and choreographer. He began dancing with the outreach program Dance For All\, where he trained extensively in ballet\, African\, contemporary\, and hip hop. He was awarded a full scholarship with Dance For All and eventually began working for the professional dance company iKapa Dance Theatre. He has also worked with leading companies in South Africa such as Cape Town City Ballet\, Suede Productions\, and Sibonelo Dance Project. He has performed for numerous festivals and has collaborated with international artists for performances and outreach projects. He has been a lead company dancer with Jean Appolon Expressions since 2016. Bisi is also JAE’s Artistic Manager and an Educator in the company’s US based and international programs. \n\nHow can students learn more about this offering?\nWebsite: https://jeanappolonexpressions.org/\nInstagram: @jaebostonhaiti\nFacebook: Jean Appolon Expressions (JAE)\nYouTube: @JAExpressions \nContact Information\nContact Meg McGrath:\nMegM@jeanappolonexpressions.org | 978-505-8729
URL:https://www.dancecomplex.org/event/haitian-folkloric-dance-with-jean-appolon-live-drumming-4/2026-06-20/
LOCATION:Studio 3
CATEGORIES:Classes for Adults,Classes for Teens 16+,Classes for Youth & Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dancecomplex.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Jean-Appolon.png
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T150000
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CREATED:20260330T110401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T110419Z
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SUMMARY:Haitian Folkloric Dance with Jean Appolon & Live Drumming
DESCRIPTION:Class begins with a cardio warm-up\, and then goes through movements in several different rhythms from Haitian Folklore. Be ready to sweat! Class is accompanied by live drummers. One of the most remarkable things about this class is the vast range of participants\, in terms of age\, dance experience\, and connections to Haiti. What they share in common is loving class and finding it to be a fulfilling\, fun workout and opportunity for connection. \nCost: $25 General Admission | $15 Zoom Admission \nREGISTER HERE\nAccepted Payments: Cash\, Venmo (@jaebostonhaiti)\, Credit Card through Registration Platform \n\nWhat is the legacy of the genre/form/style you are teaching?\nJAE shares the liberating power of Haitian-folkloric dance to cultivate hope and healing towards a more expressive and socially just world. \nWhat background\, training\, and or relationship do you have with this style/technique/class subject?\nIn addition to being the Founder and Artistic Director of Jean Appolon Expressions (JAE)\, Jean Appolon is a successful choreographer and master teacher based in Boston and Port-au-Prince\, Haiti. Appolon received his earliest training and performance opportunities in Port-au-Prince with the Viviane Gauthier Dance Company and the Folkloric Ballet of Haiti. Appolon continued his dance education in the U.S. at the Harvard and Radcliffe Dance Program (1995-1996\, Boston\, MA)\, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater (1996-1998\, New York\, NY) and the Joffrey American Ballet School (1998-2003\, New York\, NY)\, where he graduated with a B.A. from a joint degree program offered by The New School. \nFinish this statement: I am passionate about teaching this style because…\n“…it is very important to me. As a Haitian born and raised\, I always want to teach my culture and my traditional dance. It’s a culture that is almost being erased. In Haiti there are a lot of activities that are no longer existent. For me\, growing up and learning about Haitian Folkloric Dance and hearing the drums….it’s very important to me. It’s very necessary for me to pass it on to other cultures and other people and other generations of Haitians coming up.” \nAccompanists\, Assistants\, and Regular Substitutes:\nMcebisi Xotyeni (main substitute) \nMcebisi (Bisi) Xotyeni\, of Cape Town\, South Africa\, is a professional dancer\, teacher\, and choreographer. He began dancing with the outreach program Dance For All\, where he trained extensively in ballet\, African\, contemporary\, and hip hop. He was awarded a full scholarship with Dance For All and eventually began working for the professional dance company iKapa Dance Theatre. He has also worked with leading companies in South Africa such as Cape Town City Ballet\, Suede Productions\, and Sibonelo Dance Project. He has performed for numerous festivals and has collaborated with international artists for performances and outreach projects. He has been a lead company dancer with Jean Appolon Expressions since 2016. Bisi is also JAE’s Artistic Manager and an Educator in the company’s US based and international programs. \n\nHow can students learn more about this offering?\nWebsite: https://jeanappolonexpressions.org/\nInstagram: @jaebostonhaiti\nFacebook: Jean Appolon Expressions (JAE)\nYouTube: @JAExpressions \nContact Information\nContact Meg McGrath:\nMegM@jeanappolonexpressions.org | 978-505-8729
URL:https://www.dancecomplex.org/event/haitian-folkloric-dance-with-jean-appolon-live-drumming-15/
LOCATION:Studio 3
CATEGORIES:Classes for Adults,Classes for Teens 16+,Classes for Youth & Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dancecomplex.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Jean-Appolon.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T150000
DTSTAMP:20260509T113145
CREATED:20260303T152349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T152357Z
UID:10025446-1783776600-1783782000@www.dancecomplex.org
SUMMARY:Haitian Folkloric Dance with Jean Appolon & Live Drumming
DESCRIPTION:Class begins with a cardio warm-up\, and then goes through movements in several different rhythms from Haitian Folklore. Be ready to sweat! Class is accompanied by live drummers. One of the most remarkable things about this class is the vast range of participants\, in terms of age\, dance experience\, and connections to Haiti. What they share in common is loving class and finding it to be a fulfilling\, fun workout and opportunity for connection. \nCost: $25 General Admission | $15 Zoom Admission \nREGISTER HERE\nAccepted Payments: Cash\, Venmo (@jaebostonhaiti)\, Credit Card through Registration Platform \n\nWhat is the legacy of the genre/form/style you are teaching?\nJAE shares the liberating power of Haitian-folkloric dance to cultivate hope and healing towards a more expressive and socially just world. \nWhat background\, training\, and or relationship do you have with this style/technique/class subject?\nIn addition to being the Founder and Artistic Director of Jean Appolon Expressions (JAE)\, Jean Appolon is a successful choreographer and master teacher based in Boston and Port-au-Prince\, Haiti. Appolon received his earliest training and performance opportunities in Port-au-Prince with the Viviane Gauthier Dance Company and the Folkloric Ballet of Haiti. Appolon continued his dance education in the U.S. at the Harvard and Radcliffe Dance Program (1995-1996\, Boston\, MA)\, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater (1996-1998\, New York\, NY) and the Joffrey American Ballet School (1998-2003\, New York\, NY)\, where he graduated with a B.A. from a joint degree program offered by The New School. \nFinish this statement: I am passionate about teaching this style because…\n“…it is very important to me. As a Haitian born and raised\, I always want to teach my culture and my traditional dance. It’s a culture that is almost being erased. In Haiti there are a lot of activities that are no longer existent. For me\, growing up and learning about Haitian Folkloric Dance and hearing the drums….it’s very important to me. It’s very necessary for me to pass it on to other cultures and other people and other generations of Haitians coming up.” \nAccompanists\, Assistants\, and Regular Substitutes:\nMcebisi Xotyeni (main substitute) \nMcebisi (Bisi) Xotyeni\, of Cape Town\, South Africa\, is a professional dancer\, teacher\, and choreographer. He began dancing with the outreach program Dance For All\, where he trained extensively in ballet\, African\, contemporary\, and hip hop. He was awarded a full scholarship with Dance For All and eventually began working for the professional dance company iKapa Dance Theatre. He has also worked with leading companies in South Africa such as Cape Town City Ballet\, Suede Productions\, and Sibonelo Dance Project. He has performed for numerous festivals and has collaborated with international artists for performances and outreach projects. He has been a lead company dancer with Jean Appolon Expressions since 2016. Bisi is also JAE’s Artistic Manager and an Educator in the company’s US based and international programs. \n\nHow can students learn more about this offering?\nWebsite: https://jeanappolonexpressions.org/\nInstagram: @jaebostonhaiti\nFacebook: Jean Appolon Expressions (JAE)\nYouTube: @JAExpressions \nContact Information\nContact Meg McGrath:\nMegM@jeanappolonexpressions.org | 978-505-8729
URL:https://www.dancecomplex.org/event/haitian-folkloric-dance-with-jean-appolon-live-drumming-7/
LOCATION:Studio 3
CATEGORIES:Classes for Adults,Classes for Teens 16+,Classes for Youth & Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dancecomplex.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Jean-Appolon.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T150000
DTSTAMP:20260509T113145
CREATED:20260303T152416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T152433Z
UID:10025447-1784381400-1784386800@www.dancecomplex.org
SUMMARY:Haitian Folkloric Dance with Jean Appolon & Live Drumming
DESCRIPTION:Class begins with a cardio warm-up\, and then goes through movements in several different rhythms from Haitian Folklore. Be ready to sweat! Class is accompanied by live drummers. One of the most remarkable things about this class is the vast range of participants\, in terms of age\, dance experience\, and connections to Haiti. What they share in common is loving class and finding it to be a fulfilling\, fun workout and opportunity for connection. \nCost: $25 General Admission | $15 Zoom Admission \nREGISTER HERE\nAccepted Payments: Cash\, Venmo (@jaebostonhaiti)\, Credit Card through Registration Platform \n\nWhat is the legacy of the genre/form/style you are teaching?\nJAE shares the liberating power of Haitian-folkloric dance to cultivate hope and healing towards a more expressive and socially just world. \nWhat background\, training\, and or relationship do you have with this style/technique/class subject?\nIn addition to being the Founder and Artistic Director of Jean Appolon Expressions (JAE)\, Jean Appolon is a successful choreographer and master teacher based in Boston and Port-au-Prince\, Haiti. Appolon received his earliest training and performance opportunities in Port-au-Prince with the Viviane Gauthier Dance Company and the Folkloric Ballet of Haiti. Appolon continued his dance education in the U.S. at the Harvard and Radcliffe Dance Program (1995-1996\, Boston\, MA)\, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater (1996-1998\, New York\, NY) and the Joffrey American Ballet School (1998-2003\, New York\, NY)\, where he graduated with a B.A. from a joint degree program offered by The New School. \nFinish this statement: I am passionate about teaching this style because…\n“…it is very important to me. As a Haitian born and raised\, I always want to teach my culture and my traditional dance. It’s a culture that is almost being erased. In Haiti there are a lot of activities that are no longer existent. For me\, growing up and learning about Haitian Folkloric Dance and hearing the drums….it’s very important to me. It’s very necessary for me to pass it on to other cultures and other people and other generations of Haitians coming up.” \nAccompanists\, Assistants\, and Regular Substitutes:\nMcebisi Xotyeni (main substitute) \nMcebisi (Bisi) Xotyeni\, of Cape Town\, South Africa\, is a professional dancer\, teacher\, and choreographer. He began dancing with the outreach program Dance For All\, where he trained extensively in ballet\, African\, contemporary\, and hip hop. He was awarded a full scholarship with Dance For All and eventually began working for the professional dance company iKapa Dance Theatre. He has also worked with leading companies in South Africa such as Cape Town City Ballet\, Suede Productions\, and Sibonelo Dance Project. He has performed for numerous festivals and has collaborated with international artists for performances and outreach projects. He has been a lead company dancer with Jean Appolon Expressions since 2016. Bisi is also JAE’s Artistic Manager and an Educator in the company’s US based and international programs. \n\nHow can students learn more about this offering?\nWebsite: https://jeanappolonexpressions.org/\nInstagram: @jaebostonhaiti\nFacebook: Jean Appolon Expressions (JAE)\nYouTube: @JAExpressions \nContact Information\nContact Meg McGrath:\nMegM@jeanappolonexpressions.org | 978-505-8729
URL:https://www.dancecomplex.org/event/haitian-folkloric-dance-with-jean-appolon-live-drumming-8/
LOCATION:Studio 3
CATEGORIES:Classes for Adults,Classes for Teens 16+,Classes for Youth & Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dancecomplex.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Jean-Appolon.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T150000
DTSTAMP:20260509T113145
CREATED:20260303T152453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T152508Z
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SUMMARY:Haitian Folkloric Dance with Jean Appolon & Live Drumming
DESCRIPTION:Class begins with a cardio warm-up\, and then goes through movements in several different rhythms from Haitian Folklore. Be ready to sweat! Class is accompanied by live drummers. One of the most remarkable things about this class is the vast range of participants\, in terms of age\, dance experience\, and connections to Haiti. What they share in common is loving class and finding it to be a fulfilling\, fun workout and opportunity for connection. \nCost: $25 General Admission | $15 Zoom Admission \nREGISTER HERE\nAccepted Payments: Cash\, Venmo (@jaebostonhaiti)\, Credit Card through Registration Platform \n\nWhat is the legacy of the genre/form/style you are teaching?\nJAE shares the liberating power of Haitian-folkloric dance to cultivate hope and healing towards a more expressive and socially just world. \nWhat background\, training\, and or relationship do you have with this style/technique/class subject?\nIn addition to being the Founder and Artistic Director of Jean Appolon Expressions (JAE)\, Jean Appolon is a successful choreographer and master teacher based in Boston and Port-au-Prince\, Haiti. Appolon received his earliest training and performance opportunities in Port-au-Prince with the Viviane Gauthier Dance Company and the Folkloric Ballet of Haiti. Appolon continued his dance education in the U.S. at the Harvard and Radcliffe Dance Program (1995-1996\, Boston\, MA)\, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater (1996-1998\, New York\, NY) and the Joffrey American Ballet School (1998-2003\, New York\, NY)\, where he graduated with a B.A. from a joint degree program offered by The New School. \nFinish this statement: I am passionate about teaching this style because…\n“…it is very important to me. As a Haitian born and raised\, I always want to teach my culture and my traditional dance. It’s a culture that is almost being erased. In Haiti there are a lot of activities that are no longer existent. For me\, growing up and learning about Haitian Folkloric Dance and hearing the drums….it’s very important to me. It’s very necessary for me to pass it on to other cultures and other people and other generations of Haitians coming up.” \nAccompanists\, Assistants\, and Regular Substitutes:\nMcebisi Xotyeni (main substitute) \nMcebisi (Bisi) Xotyeni\, of Cape Town\, South Africa\, is a professional dancer\, teacher\, and choreographer. He began dancing with the outreach program Dance For All\, where he trained extensively in ballet\, African\, contemporary\, and hip hop. He was awarded a full scholarship with Dance For All and eventually began working for the professional dance company iKapa Dance Theatre. He has also worked with leading companies in South Africa such as Cape Town City Ballet\, Suede Productions\, and Sibonelo Dance Project. He has performed for numerous festivals and has collaborated with international artists for performances and outreach projects. He has been a lead company dancer with Jean Appolon Expressions since 2016. Bisi is also JAE’s Artistic Manager and an Educator in the company’s US based and international programs. \n\nHow can students learn more about this offering?\nWebsite: https://jeanappolonexpressions.org/\nInstagram: @jaebostonhaiti\nFacebook: Jean Appolon Expressions (JAE)\nYouTube: @JAExpressions \nContact Information\nContact Meg McGrath:\nMegM@jeanappolonexpressions.org | 978-505-8729
URL:https://www.dancecomplex.org/event/haitian-folkloric-dance-with-jean-appolon-live-drumming-9/
LOCATION:Studio 3
CATEGORIES:Classes for Adults,Classes for Teens 16+,Classes for Youth & Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dancecomplex.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Jean-Appolon.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T150000
DTSTAMP:20260509T113145
CREATED:20260303T152530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T152647Z
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SUMMARY:Haitian Folkloric Dance with Jean Appolon & Live Drumming
DESCRIPTION:Class begins with a cardio warm-up\, and then goes through movements in several different rhythms from Haitian Folklore. Be ready to sweat! Class is accompanied by live drummers. One of the most remarkable things about this class is the vast range of participants\, in terms of age\, dance experience\, and connections to Haiti. What they share in common is loving class and finding it to be a fulfilling\, fun workout and opportunity for connection. \nCost: $25 General Admission | $15 Zoom Admission \nREGISTER HERE\nAccepted Payments: Cash\, Venmo (@jaebostonhaiti)\, Credit Card through Registration Platform \n\nWhat is the legacy of the genre/form/style you are teaching?\nJAE shares the liberating power of Haitian-folkloric dance to cultivate hope and healing towards a more expressive and socially just world. \nWhat background\, training\, and or relationship do you have with this style/technique/class subject?\nIn addition to being the Founder and Artistic Director of Jean Appolon Expressions (JAE)\, Jean Appolon is a successful choreographer and master teacher based in Boston and Port-au-Prince\, Haiti. Appolon received his earliest training and performance opportunities in Port-au-Prince with the Viviane Gauthier Dance Company and the Folkloric Ballet of Haiti. Appolon continued his dance education in the U.S. at the Harvard and Radcliffe Dance Program (1995-1996\, Boston\, MA)\, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater (1996-1998\, New York\, NY) and the Joffrey American Ballet School (1998-2003\, New York\, NY)\, where he graduated with a B.A. from a joint degree program offered by The New School. \nFinish this statement: I am passionate about teaching this style because…\n“…it is very important to me. As a Haitian born and raised\, I always want to teach my culture and my traditional dance. It’s a culture that is almost being erased. In Haiti there are a lot of activities that are no longer existent. For me\, growing up and learning about Haitian Folkloric Dance and hearing the drums….it’s very important to me. It’s very necessary for me to pass it on to other cultures and other people and other generations of Haitians coming up.” \nAccompanists\, Assistants\, and Regular Substitutes:\nMcebisi Xotyeni (main substitute) \nMcebisi (Bisi) Xotyeni\, of Cape Town\, South Africa\, is a professional dancer\, teacher\, and choreographer. He began dancing with the outreach program Dance For All\, where he trained extensively in ballet\, African\, contemporary\, and hip hop. He was awarded a full scholarship with Dance For All and eventually began working for the professional dance company iKapa Dance Theatre. He has also worked with leading companies in South Africa such as Cape Town City Ballet\, Suede Productions\, and Sibonelo Dance Project. He has performed for numerous festivals and has collaborated with international artists for performances and outreach projects. He has been a lead company dancer with Jean Appolon Expressions since 2016. Bisi is also JAE’s Artistic Manager and an Educator in the company’s US based and international programs. \n\nHow can students learn more about this offering?\nWebsite: https://jeanappolonexpressions.org/\nInstagram: @jaebostonhaiti\nFacebook: Jean Appolon Expressions (JAE)\nYouTube: @JAExpressions \nContact Information\nContact Meg McGrath:\nMegM@jeanappolonexpressions.org | 978-505-8729
URL:https://www.dancecomplex.org/event/haitian-folkloric-dance-with-jean-appolon-live-drumming-10/
LOCATION:Studio 3
CATEGORIES:Classes for Adults,Classes for Teens 16+,Classes for Youth & Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dancecomplex.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Jean-Appolon.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T150000
DTSTAMP:20260509T113145
CREATED:20260303T152709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T152732Z
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SUMMARY:Haitian Folkloric Dance with Jean Appolon & Live Drumming
DESCRIPTION:Class begins with a cardio warm-up\, and then goes through movements in several different rhythms from Haitian Folklore. Be ready to sweat! Class is accompanied by live drummers. One of the most remarkable things about this class is the vast range of participants\, in terms of age\, dance experience\, and connections to Haiti. What they share in common is loving class and finding it to be a fulfilling\, fun workout and opportunity for connection. \nCost: $25 General Admission | $15 Zoom Admission \nREGISTER HERE\nAccepted Payments: Cash\, Venmo (@jaebostonhaiti)\, Credit Card through Registration Platform \n\nWhat is the legacy of the genre/form/style you are teaching?\nJAE shares the liberating power of Haitian-folkloric dance to cultivate hope and healing towards a more expressive and socially just world. \nWhat background\, training\, and or relationship do you have with this style/technique/class subject?\nIn addition to being the Founder and Artistic Director of Jean Appolon Expressions (JAE)\, Jean Appolon is a successful choreographer and master teacher based in Boston and Port-au-Prince\, Haiti. Appolon received his earliest training and performance opportunities in Port-au-Prince with the Viviane Gauthier Dance Company and the Folkloric Ballet of Haiti. Appolon continued his dance education in the U.S. at the Harvard and Radcliffe Dance Program (1995-1996\, Boston\, MA)\, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater (1996-1998\, New York\, NY) and the Joffrey American Ballet School (1998-2003\, New York\, NY)\, where he graduated with a B.A. from a joint degree program offered by The New School. \nFinish this statement: I am passionate about teaching this style because…\n“…it is very important to me. As a Haitian born and raised\, I always want to teach my culture and my traditional dance. It’s a culture that is almost being erased. In Haiti there are a lot of activities that are no longer existent. For me\, growing up and learning about Haitian Folkloric Dance and hearing the drums….it’s very important to me. It’s very necessary for me to pass it on to other cultures and other people and other generations of Haitians coming up.” \nAccompanists\, Assistants\, and Regular Substitutes:\nMcebisi Xotyeni (main substitute) \nMcebisi (Bisi) Xotyeni\, of Cape Town\, South Africa\, is a professional dancer\, teacher\, and choreographer. He began dancing with the outreach program Dance For All\, where he trained extensively in ballet\, African\, contemporary\, and hip hop. He was awarded a full scholarship with Dance For All and eventually began working for the professional dance company iKapa Dance Theatre. He has also worked with leading companies in South Africa such as Cape Town City Ballet\, Suede Productions\, and Sibonelo Dance Project. He has performed for numerous festivals and has collaborated with international artists for performances and outreach projects. He has been a lead company dancer with Jean Appolon Expressions since 2016. Bisi is also JAE’s Artistic Manager and an Educator in the company’s US based and international programs. \n\nHow can students learn more about this offering?\nWebsite: https://jeanappolonexpressions.org/\nInstagram: @jaebostonhaiti\nFacebook: Jean Appolon Expressions (JAE)\nYouTube: @JAExpressions \nContact Information\nContact Meg McGrath:\nMegM@jeanappolonexpressions.org | 978-505-8729
URL:https://www.dancecomplex.org/event/haitian-folkloric-dance-with-jean-appolon-live-drumming-11/
LOCATION:Studio 3
CATEGORIES:Classes for Adults,Classes for Teens 16+,Classes for Youth & Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dancecomplex.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Jean-Appolon.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T150000
DTSTAMP:20260509T113145
CREATED:20260303T152801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T152851Z
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SUMMARY:Haitian Folkloric Dance with Jean Appolon & Live Drumming
DESCRIPTION:Class begins with a cardio warm-up\, and then goes through movements in several different rhythms from Haitian Folklore. Be ready to sweat! Class is accompanied by live drummers. One of the most remarkable things about this class is the vast range of participants\, in terms of age\, dance experience\, and connections to Haiti. What they share in common is loving class and finding it to be a fulfilling\, fun workout and opportunity for connection. \nCost: $25 General Admission | $15 Zoom Admission \nREGISTER HERE\nAccepted Payments: Cash\, Venmo (@jaebostonhaiti)\, Credit Card through Registration Platform \n\nWhat is the legacy of the genre/form/style you are teaching?\nJAE shares the liberating power of Haitian-folkloric dance to cultivate hope and healing towards a more expressive and socially just world. \nWhat background\, training\, and or relationship do you have with this style/technique/class subject?\nIn addition to being the Founder and Artistic Director of Jean Appolon Expressions (JAE)\, Jean Appolon is a successful choreographer and master teacher based in Boston and Port-au-Prince\, Haiti. Appolon received his earliest training and performance opportunities in Port-au-Prince with the Viviane Gauthier Dance Company and the Folkloric Ballet of Haiti. Appolon continued his dance education in the U.S. at the Harvard and Radcliffe Dance Program (1995-1996\, Boston\, MA)\, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater (1996-1998\, New York\, NY) and the Joffrey American Ballet School (1998-2003\, New York\, NY)\, where he graduated with a B.A. from a joint degree program offered by The New School. \nFinish this statement: I am passionate about teaching this style because…\n“…it is very important to me. As a Haitian born and raised\, I always want to teach my culture and my traditional dance. It’s a culture that is almost being erased. In Haiti there are a lot of activities that are no longer existent. For me\, growing up and learning about Haitian Folkloric Dance and hearing the drums….it’s very important to me. It’s very necessary for me to pass it on to other cultures and other people and other generations of Haitians coming up.” \nAccompanists\, Assistants\, and Regular Substitutes:\nMcebisi Xotyeni (main substitute) \nMcebisi (Bisi) Xotyeni\, of Cape Town\, South Africa\, is a professional dancer\, teacher\, and choreographer. He began dancing with the outreach program Dance For All\, where he trained extensively in ballet\, African\, contemporary\, and hip hop. He was awarded a full scholarship with Dance For All and eventually began working for the professional dance company iKapa Dance Theatre. He has also worked with leading companies in South Africa such as Cape Town City Ballet\, Suede Productions\, and Sibonelo Dance Project. He has performed for numerous festivals and has collaborated with international artists for performances and outreach projects. He has been a lead company dancer with Jean Appolon Expressions since 2016. Bisi is also JAE’s Artistic Manager and an Educator in the company’s US based and international programs. \n\nHow can students learn more about this offering?\nWebsite: https://jeanappolonexpressions.org/\nInstagram: @jaebostonhaiti\nFacebook: Jean Appolon Expressions (JAE)\nYouTube: @JAExpressions \nContact Information\nContact Meg McGrath:\nMegM@jeanappolonexpressions.org | 978-505-8729
URL:https://www.dancecomplex.org/event/haitian-folkloric-dance-with-jean-appolon-live-drumming-12/
LOCATION:Studio 3
CATEGORIES:Classes for Adults,Classes for Teens 16+,Classes for Youth & Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dancecomplex.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Jean-Appolon.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T150000
DTSTAMP:20260509T113145
CREATED:20260303T152913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T152938Z
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SUMMARY:Haitian Folkloric Dance with Jean Appolon & Live Drumming
DESCRIPTION:Class begins with a cardio warm-up\, and then goes through movements in several different rhythms from Haitian Folklore. Be ready to sweat! Class is accompanied by live drummers. One of the most remarkable things about this class is the vast range of participants\, in terms of age\, dance experience\, and connections to Haiti. What they share in common is loving class and finding it to be a fulfilling\, fun workout and opportunity for connection. \nCost: $25 General Admission | $15 Zoom Admission \nREGISTER HERE\nAccepted Payments: Cash\, Venmo (@jaebostonhaiti)\, Credit Card through Registration Platform \n\nWhat is the legacy of the genre/form/style you are teaching?\nJAE shares the liberating power of Haitian-folkloric dance to cultivate hope and healing towards a more expressive and socially just world. \nWhat background\, training\, and or relationship do you have with this style/technique/class subject?\nIn addition to being the Founder and Artistic Director of Jean Appolon Expressions (JAE)\, Jean Appolon is a successful choreographer and master teacher based in Boston and Port-au-Prince\, Haiti. Appolon received his earliest training and performance opportunities in Port-au-Prince with the Viviane Gauthier Dance Company and the Folkloric Ballet of Haiti. Appolon continued his dance education in the U.S. at the Harvard and Radcliffe Dance Program (1995-1996\, Boston\, MA)\, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater (1996-1998\, New York\, NY) and the Joffrey American Ballet School (1998-2003\, New York\, NY)\, where he graduated with a B.A. from a joint degree program offered by The New School. \nFinish this statement: I am passionate about teaching this style because…\n“…it is very important to me. As a Haitian born and raised\, I always want to teach my culture and my traditional dance. It’s a culture that is almost being erased. In Haiti there are a lot of activities that are no longer existent. For me\, growing up and learning about Haitian Folkloric Dance and hearing the drums….it’s very important to me. It’s very necessary for me to pass it on to other cultures and other people and other generations of Haitians coming up.” \nAccompanists\, Assistants\, and Regular Substitutes:\nMcebisi Xotyeni (main substitute) \nMcebisi (Bisi) Xotyeni\, of Cape Town\, South Africa\, is a professional dancer\, teacher\, and choreographer. He began dancing with the outreach program Dance For All\, where he trained extensively in ballet\, African\, contemporary\, and hip hop. He was awarded a full scholarship with Dance For All and eventually began working for the professional dance company iKapa Dance Theatre. He has also worked with leading companies in South Africa such as Cape Town City Ballet\, Suede Productions\, and Sibonelo Dance Project. He has performed for numerous festivals and has collaborated with international artists for performances and outreach projects. He has been a lead company dancer with Jean Appolon Expressions since 2016. Bisi is also JAE’s Artistic Manager and an Educator in the company’s US based and international programs. \n\nHow can students learn more about this offering?\nWebsite: https://jeanappolonexpressions.org/\nInstagram: @jaebostonhaiti\nFacebook: Jean Appolon Expressions (JAE)\nYouTube: @JAExpressions \nContact Information\nContact Meg McGrath:\nMegM@jeanappolonexpressions.org | 978-505-8729
URL:https://www.dancecomplex.org/event/haitian-folkloric-dance-with-jean-appolon-live-drumming-13/
LOCATION:Studio 3
CATEGORIES:Classes for Adults,Classes for Teens 16+,Classes for Youth & Teens
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