Exemplifying keen vigorous expression, eloquence and class, the African American Dance Company captures and conveys the spirit of dance styles of the African Diaspora. The company's repertoire includes original choreography in a fusion of modern, jazz, African, and Latin American dance styles. The ensemble has worked with such renowned artists as Francis Nii-Yartey, and Bernard Woma from Ghana, West Africa; Elana Anderson, former dancer with Deeply Rooted Productions; and Reynaldo Gonzalez, Rogelio Kindelan and Silfredo LaO from Cuba.
" The African American Dance Company provided me with the experience that helped shape my discipline and identity in this business. I deeply appreciate the Company and Prof. Rosa for their ceaseless efforts to bring the world to Bloomington. AADC continues to be tremedously inspiring!"
~Justin Johnston, singer, songwriter, dancer, Broadway actor - Rent - Herman C. Hudson Alumni Award Winner
The African American Dance Company is available for concerts, dance workshops, conventions, conferences, school and college programs, lecture-demonstrations, and other types of engagements.
Accomplished as both a teacher and choreographer, Professor Rosa has studied in Cuba, and has taught at the University of Ghana and in Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire. She has been involved in the dance scene at the national level, including performances at the Tribeca in New York and the Madame Walker Theater in Indianapolis. She is a founding member of Sancocho Music and Dance Collage, which performs music and dance of the African Diaspora. She is passionate about her work, and strives to continually evolve as a creative artist, incorporating elements from other performing arts and a variety of cultures within the Africa Diaspora. For Professor Rosa,
"Dance reflects life; dance is life."
