Events
West African Dance Class
Wednesday West African Dance Class 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM | Instructor(s): Team Temate Join us every Wednesday for an engaging dance class suitable for all levels, from beginners to advanced dancers. Our instructors guide the class so that everyone can participate comfortably and grow at their own pace. Please bring water to stay hydrated,
Set It Off
Date: Saturday, March 14th Location: Music Hall Je’Caryous Johnson presents SET IT OFF based on the hit iconic movie by the same name. Fans will get to relive the ride that made them love SET IT OFF the movie, but this time around they will experience it LIVE ON STAGE.
West African Dance Class
Wednesday West African Dance Class 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM | Instructor(s): Team Temate Join us every Wednesday for an engaging dance class suitable for all levels, from beginners to advanced dancers. Our instructors guide the class so that everyone can participate comfortably and grow at their own pace. Please bring water to stay hydrated,
Third Thursday: Permission Slip to Breathe
Charles Wright MuseumJoin us on March 19th for a special Third Thursday as the Wright Presents - Permission Slip to Breathe. Centered on rest, resilience, and collective power, the evening recognizes the profound ways Black Women sustain families, lead movements, shape culture, and transform communities. Through performance, reflection, and shared experience, guests are welcomed into a sacred space of
Proportioned Orchestra
Detroit Institute of ArtsProportioned Orchestra began as an ensemble in June 2016. Initially, the group was comprised of drums, vocals, and double bass. Dr. Professor Leonard King — drummer, vocalist, arranger, and founder of the ensemble — gradually expanded the lineup to include four double bassists, guitar, drums, and vocals. This distinctive instrumentation allows the group to perform
Drum Classes
TéMaTé Institute for Black Dance and Culture will be hosting drum classes for the next two weeks. If you are interested please email lariel@connectdetroit.org.
Drum Classes
TéMaTé Institute for Black Dance and Culture will be hosting drum classes for the next two weeks. If you are interested please email lariel@connectdetroit.org.
West African Dance Class
Wednesday West African Dance Class 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM | Instructor(s): Team Temate Join us every Wednesday for an engaging dance class suitable for all levels, from beginners to advanced dancers. Our instructors guide the class so that everyone can participate comfortably and grow at their own pace. Please bring water to stay hydrated,
Japanese, Korean and Chinese Art
Detroit Institute of ArtsCreate a pencil drawing to take home while taking a closer look at the collection. No experience necessary. All supplies provided. For ages 6 and up (children ages 12 and younger should be accompanied by an adult). Capacity is limited. Learn more
Hip-Hop Expansion
Detroit Institute of ArtsCelebrate the final week of Contemporary Anishinaabe Art: A Continuation with a Hip-Hop showcase featuring projections of animated works by Konstance Patton Ke-nee-go-keshek and Jonathan Thunder, along with performances by rappers KHALFANI and Thomas X. Highlighting shared experiences of Native and Black Americans, each featured artist presents Hip-Hop as a powerful, culturally enriching, and uplifting creative force