Tyaka

About Tyaka:

Jean Appolon Expressions’ Tyaka celebrates Haitian-folkloric culture and rhythms with a new blend of captivating repertoire you’ve seen before along with new works. Tyaka is the Haitian Kreyòl name for a Haitian stew made from a hodgepodge of ingredients and is associated with festivities and family time.

Tyaka will showcase different choreographers and rhythms to explore the creativeness of using all the resources on hand to mix and create something tasty and delicious. It will feel like a potluck party that takes the audience on a journey of dance, connection, music, and community!

This performance is part of the BLOOM residency program. Major support for BLOOM is provided by Movement Arts Creation Studio (MACS).

About Jean Appolon Expressions (JAE):

Jean Appolon Expressions (JAE) is a contemporary dance company deeply rooted in Haitian-folkloric culture that nurtures a global community through professional performances, educational opportunities, dance training, and the joy of movement for people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. JAE shares the liberating power of Haitian-folkloric dance to cultivate hope and healing towards a more expressive and socially just world. Based in Boston and directed by Jean Appolon, JAE’s professional company conducts performances, community classes, and educational workshops with the goal of using dance and dialogue to promote healthy communities and speak to topics of social justice. The Haitian contemporary dance company combines Modern technique and Haitian-folkloric dance, bringing a new artistic vernacular to its audiences. With its dynamic repertoire, JAE educates audiences about Haitian culture, traditions, history, and current issues.