Peniel Guerrier presents Kriye Bode in “Histoire D’Haiti.” This engaging performance incorporates Haitian dance and drum to capture the unique history of Haiti from the early Taino tribes to the start of the revolution.
Acclaimed choreographer Peniel Guerrier has created a captivating tribute to Haiti’s struggle to become the world’s first independent black nation. Alongside his student performers, Peniel will bring to life the emotions, hardships, and spirit of the people who fought for a new beginning.
Kriye Bode is a term that signifies the call to participate. Kriye Bode calls people together to dance, sing, drum, and rejoice in the energy of life, as a community. As the artistic founder of Kriye Bode, Peniel Guerrier has dreamt of bringing this Haitian experience to the people of New York. The first Kriye Bode symposium took place in the spring of 2005.
The attendees participate in an interactive and riveting lecture on Haitian folklore followed by Haitian dance class and a drum circle. The classes give meaning to movements and rhythms discussed in the lecture. The weekend concludes with a performance by Peniel’s students, which bring the lessons of the workshop to life.
The performance allows the workshop participants to see what the dance looks like in full costume and live drumming.
Kriye Bode has since become an annual symposium. Every year the program grows and becomes more enriching than the previous year.
Kriye Bode workshop When: Saturday, September 13th, 1pm ~ 5pm Where: DANY Studios (Studio #3) 305 West 38th Street | New York, NY 10018
$75- workshop $25- single class $15- Non-Participant Observation Fee (for panel discussion or classes)
Panel Discussion: 1pm ~ 2pm Haitian Folkloric Dance Class: 2pm ~ 3:45pm Drum Class: 3:45pm ~ 5pm
Kriye Bode in Histoire D’Haiti When: Sunday, September 14th ~ 5pm Where: LIU Brooklyn/Kumble Theater for the Performing Arts One University Plaza | Flatbush Avenue | Brooklyn, NY 11201 Between Dekalb Avenue & Willoughby Street Ticket price: $30
Tickets can be purchased at www.kumbletheater.tix.com or at the Kumble Theater box office. Box Office: (718)488-1624
To purchase tickets for the workshop contact Peniel Guerrier at 347-432-8294 or email kriyebode@gmail.com
For more info and directions to the theater please visit www.kumbletheater.org
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