Dance Place is proud to partner with Griot Sylvia Soumah and Carla Creative in supporting Coyaba’s Village Celebration, which will take place from June 2–7, 2025 at both Dance Place and Joe’s Movement Emporium in Mount Rainier, MD. More details on these events will be shared in the coming weeks.

Founded in 1997, Coyaba Dance Theater presents traditional and contemporary West African dance and music, celebrating the diverse ethnic groups and rich cultural traditions of West Africa. The company has graced renowned stages such as The Kennedy Center, The Publick Playhouse, the Lincoln Theatre, and the Lisner Auditorium, as well as international platforms like the World Culture Open in Seoul, South Korea.