Dance and Culture Unite: TéMaTé Institute Hosts 4th Annual Conference at Say Detroit Play Center, Oct. 19-20

Image courtesy of TéMaTé Institute The TéMaTé Institute invites dance enthusiasts, professionals, and cultural advocates to its highly anticipated fourth annual ‘Convening for Dance and Culture’, a two-day celebration of movement, creativity, and cultural exchange. Held at the Say Detroit Play Center on Oct. 19-20, the conference promises an inspiring lineup of workshops, performances, and discussions to bridge the worlds of dance and culture in the heart of Detroit. TéMaTé Institute, founded and directed by Ajara Alghali, is a pioneering organization promoting dance justice. By harnessing the power of dance as a transformative tool, the institute aims to nurture dancers and establish interconnected communities that honor diverse cultures, places, and histories, thus promoting equity in the realm of culture. Alghali expressed that the conference will be an exciting dance, music, culture, and fellowship weekend. “This is a wonderful time for people to come together, meet new people, and enjoy the beauty of dance in the community and beyond,” Alghali said. Ajara Alghali (Image courtesy of TéMaTé Institute) The conference was a huge success last year, with all tickets sold out. In previous years, we had over 200 enthusiastic attendees, making the conference one of the largest events in the Midwest...