The Harambee Dance Company was founded by Sandella and Frank Malloy in 1992 in Charleston, South Carolina and relocated to New York City in 1996.
Harambee is an innovative dance company that explores the roots of African and African - American dance and music from a contemporary perspective. Under the leadership of Artistic Director, Sandella Malloy, the company's repertoire reflects a strong vision that celebrates and also expands traditional uses and vocabulary of African Dance. Consistant with this vision, Sandella creates masterful and high energy choreography that weaves African- based movement, modern dance forms, live percussion, and vibrant costumes into captivating performances.
Harambee, meaning "let us pull together" in Swahili, believes in offering audiences enlightening and thought provoking experiences designed to strengthen social connections and social responsibility. In addition, Harambee's unique presentations challenge audiences to expand their vision of dance by presenting a new style of African Dance that incorporates contemporary themes and ideas.
Harambee is a family; the company utilizes each dancer and musician's talent and strength to make the company operate. The result is a company of strong and dedicated individuals working together as a team to present artistic work of the highest standard.
TO SEE THE DANCE AND FEEL THE MUSIC IS TO KNOW OUR STORY.
ARTISTIC DIRECTOR - SANDELLA MALLOY
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR - FRANK MALLOY
About Harambee
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