Due to increased budget constraints, Coyaba Dance Theatre seeks your support in mounting this year's DanceAfrica DC 2026 Festival! Mama Sylvia Soumah has courageously led Coyaba Dance Theatre as its Artistic Director and DanceAfrica DC's Festival Griot. She has continued to serve the DC-Metro area through West African dance for over 40 years.

Read more about Mama Sylvia here.

Read more about the Oral History of DanceAfrica DC .

ABOUT DanceAfrica DC 2026

Dance Place is thrilled to invite you to join us for a week of rhythm, heritage, and community. Mark your calendars for June 1-June 7, 2026, as we gather for the annual DanceAfrica DC festivities! Under the inspired curation of Mama Sylvia Soumah, we embark on a journey through time. Together, we can reflect on our shared history, find collective joy in the present moment, and dance toward a hopeful future. Don't miss this vibrant celebration on heritage and community.

Get ready for In-Person Master Classes & Live Performances.

Stay tuned for the full schedule and ticket details.

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