Cultural Performances
Music, dance, songs, drumming, and percussion from Puerto Rico and the
AfriCaribe
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About AfriCaribe
AfriCaribe provides cultural programming focused on Puerto Rican and Caribbean traditions, with particular attention to African influence in the Caribbean. Visitors can engage with an academy offering instruction in traditional Puerto Rican Bomba drumming and dance, or attend performances featuring folk music, songs, dance, drumming, and percussion. Its services include performances, lecture-demonstrations, hands-on workshops, residencies, seminars, panels, and staff development for educators and other professionals. The organization also presents annual events, including folklore conferences. Cultural and historical background accompanies its performing ensemble services, while educational programming explores the African Diaspora in Puerto Rico, the Caribbean, and Latin America. AfriCaribe is a nonprofit cultural organization based in Chicago.
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At a glance
- Team
- Created by Evaristo “Tito” Rodriguez; cultural educators and performing ensemble members provide programs.
- Founded
- 2000
- Presents Puerto Rican Bomba, Campo and Plena.
- Presents music, dance and songs reflecting African influence in the Caribbean.
- Provides cultural and historical background as part of all performing ensemble services.
From africaribe.net, checked 22 Oct 2026. Only what the business states on its own website.
Services
- Performance Music, dance and songs presented in costume.
- Lecture/Demonstration Music, dance and songs in costume, with historical background.
- Workshops Hands-on experience with a specific dance, song, rhythm or theme.
- Residency A series of workshops in one location with the same participants.
- Seminar/Lectures Lectures and panel participation on topics related to the African Diaspora.
- Staff Development For teachers, administrators and other professionals addressing culture and race diversity.
- Curriculum Design Design and development of classroom curriculum.
- Special Programs Programs can be customized for dance groups or music ensembles.
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Services & specialities
Highlights
Bomba Instruction
Academy classes teach traditional Puerto Rican Bomba rhythms and dance
Educational Programs
Workshops, residencies, seminars, panels, and staff development explor
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