Bomba Dance Workshop

In this workshop, Kara Roseborough will lead participants in an immersion into the energetic world of Bomba, an Afro-Puerto Rican dance form that emphasizes improvisation and individual expression. This 60-minute workshop, featuring live accompaniment, will guide you through the fundamentals of Bomba, focusing on rhythm, body movement, and personal storytelling. No prior dance experience is required—just bring your enthusiasm and a willingness to explore this powerful and liberating dance style!

Comfortable clothing is highly recommended.

Limited to: 15 participants

Instructor

Kara Roseborough (MFA 24, Dance at the School of Music, Theater, and Dance) is a multi-disciplinary dance artist and one of three master’s degree-level residents chosen for the 2024 Creative Careers Residency at the Arts Initiative. During her residency, Kara has been developing a Motown ballet ‘La Vie en Rose,’ which chronicles the journey of a small-town Black waitress with dreams of dancing in New York City. The piece examines issues of race and gender as they pertain to an artist’s journey and incorporate the history of Black people in Southeast Michigan.

Accessibility

This workshop involves periods of continuous movement and prolonged periods of standing.

Participants with specific mobility needs are encouraged to email Félix Zamora-Gómez (felixzg@umich.edu) in advance for accommodations.

Sponsors

The Arts Initiative, in partnership with Wolverine Wellness, is launching a series of free art-making workshops for the Take Care AY 2024-25 focus. These workshops, led by local & regional artists, are an opportunity to create art, brush up on dance techniques, and other artistic forms.