
ELEMENTS of BMC: Waggle Dance Workshop with Swannatopia + Sally Anne Morgan
An interactive waggle dance movement workshop blending experimental contemporary dance with an arts-center atmosphere. Expect participatory instruction and collaborative exploration rooted in performance and creative practice.
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