BROOKINGS A performance unlike any other is coming to Brookings at the Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center on Thursday, May 1 at 7:30 p.m., and it promises to captivate both seasoned performing arts patrons and first-time attendees alike. Tickets and information are now available at www.woodbineproductions.com
Step Afrika!, the first professional dance company in the world dedicated to the tradition of stepping, will take center stage in a singular display of percussive dance, storytelling, and cultural expression. Founded in 1994, Step Afrika! has performed across the globefrom the Kennedy Center to international festivalsearning acclaim for its fusion of athleticism, precision, and vibrant energy.
This one-night-only event at South Dakota State University is presented by Woodbine Productions, a unique performance series in the School of Performing Arts, underwritten by an anonymous donor with a mission to bring world-class artists to Brookings at a price accessible to all. Tickets for Step Afrika! start at just $25, with all proceeds directly supporting scholarships for music students at South Dakota State University.
Emerging from African culture and steeped in the African American fraternity and sorority tradition of stepping, Step Afrika! transforms the stage into a resonating canvas of rhythm, movement, and history.
The companys artistry goes beyond dance it is a celebration of heritage, unity, and joy that speaks to all ages and backgrounds.
The beauty of Woodbine Productions is that it brings the highest caliber of performing arts to our community, without the usual barriers, said series coordinator Dr. David Reynolds. Step Afrika! offers a performance thats as visually stunning as it is culturally richthis is a show for everyone.
Held in the landmark Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center at South Dakota State University, the event will showcase not only the exceptional talent of Step Afrika! but also the power of the performing arts to inspire, educate, and unite.
Whether youre a longtime supporter of the arts or attending your first performance, this is a rare opportunity to experience an unforgettable evening of movement, sound, and storytellingright here in Brookings.
Tickets are available at www.woodbineproductions.org or by calling the box office at The Oscar at 605-688-6045.
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