Wortham Presents
Step Afrika!
Friday & Saturday, April 19 & 20, 2024 at 7 p.m.
Feel the irresistible energy and heart-pounding rhythms of dance with the first professional dance company dedicated to the art of stepping. These multi-talented artists showcase a unique and vibrant form of dance that combines percussive footwork, call-and-response chants and high-energy performance — blending African American dance styles, traditional African dances and an array of contemporary dance and art forms into one cohesive, compelling artistic experience.
STUDENT RUSH TICKETS are now available for both evening performances. $15 at the door; based on availability; must present valid student I.D.
Connect with the art and the artists
Pre-Show Drumming Workshop at the Wortham: Arrive at 6 p.m. to participate in a pre-show drumming workshop led by LEAF Global Arts Teaching Artist Adama Dembele. Free to ticket holders.
VIEW the Step Afrika! playbill program
VIDEO: C. Brian Williams NEA National Heritage Fellow tribute — Step Afrika!
IN THE NEWS: “A cultural fusion: Step Afrika! celebrates South African dance and stepping traditions” —Asheville Citizen Times / Asheville Scene, April 5, 2024.
Individual Sponsors
Diana Bilbrey • Kirk & Lucy Borland • Joe & Janice Brumit • Don & Nancy Ackermann Cole • William Cosgrove & Margaret Davis • Bray Creech & Chad Storck of Joel Adams and Associates • John & Marsha Ellis • Bolling Farmer • Hedy Fischer & Randy Shull • Jan & John Getz • Richard & Francee Healy • In Memory of Joel S. Berkowitz
MaryAnn Kiefer & David Erwin • Henry LaBrun • Jerry McAninch • Karen & Robert Milnes • Shelia Rains & Marjorie Sullivan • Ronna & Rob Resnick • Dianne & David Worley
Media Sponsors
