World Dance Festival Baltimore 2024

The World Dance Festival Baltimore is an annual event that celebrates the diversity and richness of dance traditions from around the globe. The festival brings together dancers and choreographers from different cultures and styles, showcasing their unique artistic expressions through performances, workshops, and other activities. This festival provides an opportunity for both performers and audience members to immerse themselves in a dynamic and engaging cultural exchange, promoting understanding and appreciation of different dance traditions. Confirmed Artists BACHATA INSTRUCTORS Robinson & Larissa- World Champions (Orlando) Patrick & Johanna (SM Houston) Patrick Mussendijk Tayler & Luis (SM New York) Daniel Collins Carolina Bonilla Melanie Muller Tabitha Hitchye BACHATA DJs DJ Emerzive - DC DJ BAD Frankie - DC DJ Ruddy - Richmond VA DJ Zacarri - DC SALSA INSTRUCTORS Alien Ramirez Angel & Stephany - NY Eric Jones-Santana - DC Jariel - NY Niss Albaig -Salsa Now Patrick - Netherlands David Cuevas - Washington DC Tabitha Hitchye Baltimore SALSA DJs DJ Mambosoul - DC DJ Julio Sabroso - Raleigh NC DJ Dola - DC KIZOMBA INSTRUCTORS Kiki & Lauren - Baltimore Oscar B.A. Jeffrey Kizomba NY HQ.Drew Urban Kiz NJ KIZOMBA DJs DJ Oscar DJ Shams DJ K'reol LATIN FUSION Doria Levit - Miami VALSUN Bob-H Ekoto - France BRAZILIAN ZOUK INSTRUCTORS Robinson & Larissa- World Champions (Orlando) Fraga DC and Myla LA Ashley Kent DC Elena Rovito DC ZOUK DJs DJ Fraga (Brazil) DJ Warholl DJ Rhinestone AFRO CUBAN/CASINO/TIMBA INSTRUCTORS La Mora (Cuba/NY) and Oyu Oro master drummers Liethis & Alexander Cuba/NY) DC Casineros DJs DJ Azucar DC DJ VSpice NJ DJ Timba Titan Baltimore DJ Dola DC AFRODANCE INSTRUCTORS Leroy - Watkanddance -Nigeria/DC Usher1Baby - Ghana/Philly Sayrahchips Nigeria/Houston Traditional West African Dance Mama Jihan and her master drummers Keur Khaleyi Percussions GENERAL SCHEDULE (Subject to Change) Thursday, May 9, 2024 5:00 PM Registration desk opens. 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM – Workshops 10:00 PM – 3:00 AM – Pre – Party Party Theme (WDF Apparel & Jeans) Friday, May 10, 2024 09:00 AM Registration desk opens. 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM – Workshops 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM – Block Party (Eutaw Street) 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM – Tech Rehearsals 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM – Show Time 11:00 PM – 4:00 AM – Night/Social Dancing Party Theme (Back to the Motherland) 8:00 PM Food Trucks 4:00 AM – 6:00 AM – After Party Saturday, May 11, 2024 09:00 AM Registration desk opens. 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM – Workshops 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM – Tech Rehearsals 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM Block Party (Eutaw Street) 6:00 PM – 8:00PM VIP Party 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM – Show Time 11:00 PM – 6:00 AM – Night Party/Social Dancing Party Theme (Noche de Estrellas) 8:00 PM Food Trucks outside on Eutaw Street 4:00 AM – 6:00 AM – After Party Sunday, May 12, 2024 (Mother's Day Celebration) 09:00 AM Registration desk opens. 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM – Workshops 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM Block Party (Eutaw Street) 8:PM -10PM Show Time 11:00 PM – 3:00 AM – Night Party/Social Dancing/Jack n Jill Contest Party Theme (Roses for Mothers) 8:00 PM Food Trucks outside on Eutaw Street Jack n Jill Contest