Afro-Latin Funk Defined

During the past 7 years, the ABAKÚA Afro-Latin Dance Company has been driven by a desire to develop Afro-Latin Funk into a recognized performance art, commanding the recognition and respect of other dance genres such as ballet or modern dance. Explained by ABAKÚA's Director, Frankie Martinez, "Afro-Latin Funk is a fusion of many different dance forms, its foundation in the mambo, as it evolved in New York City. Afro-Latin Funk encompasses movements from dance which have become tradition in different parts of the Caribbean- dances like the Bomba and Plena from Puerto Rico, the Rumba and Yoruba derived dances from Cuba aw as well as folkloric dancers from Haiti, Martinique and Guadeloupe. It artistically meshes gritty, urban feelings with the heart and soul of Africa and the Caribbean to allow for the greatest range of expression and interpretation of the abundant rhythms of New York and Caribbean music."

Evening at ABAKÚA, Friday, January 25th

This Friday will mark ABAKÚA's 3rd Friday night social at it's new home , You Should Be Dancing! The first two parties have been an overwhelming success. By success, I mean we have had a greater variety of dancers burning up our dance floor since the Summer when all of our out-of-town friends grace our spaces. This increased success might have to do with our new location at Club 412, conveniently located steps away from Penn Station. Another explanation might be the atmosphere at Club 412 which feels like a cross between a dance studio and a night club, making it ideal for us salseros/as. Finally, there is a good chance that it has to do with the positive vibe and the reputation of our faithful attendees who are known to tear it up on the dance floor.
    Whatever the reason, it is time that you make it out arm with a pair of dance shoes in hand (or preferrably on foot)!


Our Next Party:
Date: Friday, January 25th
Time: 9:00 - 1:00 AM

Location:
Club 412
412 8th Avenue (between W31st and 30th streets)

Admission: $10

MUSIC BY DJ FRANKIE MARTINEZ
Cash Bar Avaliable