- Title: International dance festival kicks off in Cuba with Thriller masterclass
- Date: 7th January 2025
- Summary: MOSCOW, RUSSIA (JANUARY 7, 2024) (REUTERS) VARIOUS OF RUNNERS DRESSED AS SANTAS WARMING UP VARIOUS OF FIELD KITCHEN COOKING FOOD FOR PARTICIPANTS ORGANISERS GIVING OUT SANTA HATS TO PARTICIPANTS RUNNERS IN BANANA COSTUMES PARTICIPANTS TAKING PHOTOS RUNNER IN FUNNY SANTA COSTUME VARIOUS OF RUNNERS GETTING READY TO GO ORGANISER IN SANTA COSTUME GIVING COUNTDOWN VARIOUS OF PA
- Embargoed: 21st January 2025 21:31
- Keywords: Ballet Cuba Havana Street choregraphy U.S. artists in Cuba
- Location: HAVANA, CUBA
- City: HAVANA, CUBA
- Country: Cuba
- Topics: Arts/Culture/Entertainment,South America / Central America
- Reuters ID: LVA001153007012025RP1
- Aspect Ratio: 16:9
- Story Text: Dance companies from the United States and Cuba opened the second edition of Ballet Beyond Borders (BBB) on Tuesday (January 7) in Havana.
The event features performances by Lizt Alfonso Dance Cuba, the most celebrated dance company on the island, and the Rocky Mountain Ballet Theater from the United States, running from January 7 to 11. This is part of a limited cultural exchange as the Biden administration nears its end.
Renowned American choreographer Vincent Paterson, known for his work with Michael Jackson and Madonna, delivered a masterclass recreating "Thriller" for Cuban dancers. Artists from Cuba, Brazil, the U.S., Italy, Panama, Mexico, and Romania prepared for the inaugural gala, showcasing the international fusion of dance.
“Dance is a universal language; it creates bridges between countries,” Paterson said.
Founded by American choreographer Charlene Carey, Ballet Beyond Borders aims to unite dancers worldwide, providing a platform for competition, conferences, and performances across various genres.
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