Afro Latin Jazz and Soul Experience – Community Residency with Sekou McMiller & Friends

Berkshires Salsa for Everyone! Dance Class & Party
WANDER Berkshires | 7-8pm (Dance Class) and 8-11pm (Dance Party)
Get ready to move, groove, and connect! Join us for a fun, high-energy Salsa dance class that introduces the basics of this vibrant social dance style. We’ll cover simple steps, footwork, and partner work – with a big focus on rhythm, music, and community. No experience needed and all ages are welcome! Born of community It’s a fun and energetic way to share culture, build social dance etiquette, and enjoy a lively atmosphere.

After the class, stick around for a DJ’d Salsa Dance Party where you can show off your new moves, dance with friends, and soak up the joyful vibes. Whether you come to dance, listen, or just enjoy the energy, it’s a celebration of culture, connection, and fun!

Jacob’s Pillow welcomes Sekou McMiller’s Afro Latin Jazz and Soul Experience to Pittsfield for a multi-day community residency. This dynamic series of movement workshops, listening sessions, and dance parties, led by Sekou and his collaborators Adriel Flete, Khary Kamau, and Miriam Gallardo, will immerse participants in themes from his upcoming premiere Urban Love Suite, which will be performed during Week 6 of the Festival. The residency will explore the joy of celebration, parades, and rituals across cultures, from Mardi Gras in New Orleans to Carnival in Trinidad and other global festivities. Participants of all ages are invited to join in the fun, learn, and celebrate through movement and sound.