Special Afrocuban Session by Melissa Noventa

Schedule

Sun Nov 24 2024 at 01:30 pm to 03:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

190 MacLaren, Suite 205, Ottawa, ON, Canada, Ontario K2P 0L6 | Ottawa, ON

Advertisement
Pure Havana is honoured to present this powerhouse of Afrocuban dance. Visiting us from Kingston and just back from touring South Africa, super talented Melissa Noventa will share with you beautiful Afrocuban motion.
Enhance your salsa dancing by learning about its roots. Deepen your musicality, expand your body awareness and increase your movement vocabulary. This special workshop welcomes all-level dancers, both leaders and followers.
REGISTRATION FEE
$40 if registered or $45 at door.
TO REGISTER
Register at: [email protected]
MORE ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR
Melissa Noventa is a dancer and ethnographer with over 20 years of experience performing and teaching a diverse range of dance styles, including classical, contemporary, urban, West African, Latin, and Afro-Caribbean forms.
Since 2005, she has traveled regularly to Cuba, training with members of prestigious ensembles such as Conjunto Folklórico Nacional, Afrocuba de Matanzas, and Raíces Profundas.
Her performance credits span international stages and diverse collaborations, including performing alongside Canada’s Arcade Fire, opening for legendary Cuban groups like Los Van Van and Alexander Abreu, and, most recently, touring South Africa with Obeah Opera.
Currently pursuing her PhD at Queen’s University, Melissa’s research examines cultural diplomacy through dance, particularly in Canada-Cuba relations.
She is excited to connect with the Ottawa community, sharing her understanding of Afro-Cuban rhythms and movement in this immersive workshop.

Check her out in action:








Advertisement

Where is it happening?

190 MacLaren, Suite 205, Ottawa, ON, Canada, Ontario K2P 0L6

Event Location & Nearby Stays:

Pure Havana

Host or Publisher Pure Havana

It's more fun with friends. Share with friends

Discover More Events in Ottawa

Masterclass by Aurelius Fine Oils
Sun Nov 24 2024 at 01:00 pm Masterclass by Aurelius Fine Oils

1314 Bank Street,Ottawa,K1S 3Y4,CA

FOOD-DRINKS
Lansdowne Get Down
Sun Nov 24 2024 at 01:00 pm Lansdowne Get Down

TD Place

KIDS PARTIES
Masterclass by Aurelius Fine Oils
Sun Nov 24 2024 at 01:00 pm Masterclass by Aurelius Fine Oils

CA Paradis/The Chef's Paradise

FOOD-DRINKS
Ottawa's  Singles Groovy Brunch Lovers 25 - 49 - Multicultural
Sun Nov 24 2024 at 01:00 pm Ottawa's Singles Groovy Brunch Lovers 25 - 49 - Multicultural

Wilf & Ada's (No Reservations)

BRUNCH SPEED-DATING
MESSIAH by Handel. MESSIE par Handel (OperOttawa)
Sun Nov 24 2024 at 02:30 pm MESSIAH by Handel. MESSIE par Handel (OperOttawa)

First Baptist Church

MUSIC FOOD-DRINKS
Candlelight Remembrance Event
Sun Nov 24 2024 at 03:00 pm Candlelight Remembrance Event

Beechwood Cemetery

NONPROFIT CANDLELIGHT-CONCERTS
National Housing Day
Sun Nov 24 2024 at 03:00 pm National Housing Day

Sir John A. Macdonald Building

CALENDAR
2024 Rockstar Music Holiday Concert - Ottawa, ON
Sun Nov 24 2024 at 04:30 pm 2024 Rockstar Music Holiday Concert - Ottawa, ON

Arts Court

ENTERTAINMENT CONCERTS
How to Reset to Your Superwoman's 'SELF'! - Ottawa, ON
Tue Apr 19 2022 at 02:00 pm How to Reset to Your Superwoman's 'SELF'! - Ottawa, ON

Ottawa

WORKSHOPS HEALTH-WELLNESS
Heart Centered Business Creation for Wellness Practitioners & Coaches
Wed Mar 01 2023 at 12:00 pm Heart Centered Business Creation for Wellness Practitioners & Coaches

Ottawa

HEALTH-WELLNESS WORKSHOPS
Overcome Dating Anxiety by Mastering Your Mind - Dating Confidence for Men
Mon Apr 24 2023 at 08:00 pm Overcome Dating Anxiety by Mastering Your Mind - Dating Confidence for Men

Ottawa

WORKSHOPS ART
BUSINESS MASTERY ACCELERATOR, Ottawa
Tue Sep 05 2023 at 01:00 pm BUSINESS MASTERY ACCELERATOR, Ottawa

Ottawa

WORKSHOPS BUSINESS
Discover Your Path To Healing With Our Grief Recovery Roadmap
Wed Oct 18 2023 at 03:30 pm Discover Your Path To Healing With Our Grief Recovery Roadmap

Ottawa

WORKSHOPS
Handstand training (Intermediate\/Advanced)
Fri Oct 20 2023 at 08:00 am Handstand training (Intermediate/Advanced)

298 Elgin St

WORKSHOPS HEALTH-WELLNESS
Professional Skills 3 Day Bootcamp in Ottawa
Wed Jan 03 2024 at 09:00 am Professional Skills 3 Day Bootcamp in Ottawa

For venue details reach us at [email protected]

WORKSHOPS VIRTUAL
Virtual Speaking Masterclass Ottawa
Tue Jan 09 2024 at 02:00 pm Virtual Speaking Masterclass Ottawa

Ottawa

WORKSHOPS VIRTUAL
Spark Your Speeches Masterclass Ottawa
Wed Jan 17 2024 at 11:00 am Spark Your Speeches Masterclass Ottawa

Ottawa

ART PUBLIC-SPEAKING
Public Speaking Masterclass Ottawa
Thu Jan 25 2024 at 02:00 pm Public Speaking Masterclass Ottawa

Ottawa

PUBLIC-SPEAKING NONPROFIT

What's Happening Next in Ottawa?

Discover Ottawa Events