Drika Overton's MaD Fest, June 25-30, 2007

[aka Portsmouth Percussive Dance Festival]

Registration is now open

Featuring:

• Jean Appolon, ethno-Haitian dance
• Paul Arslanian, musical director
• Sharon Arslanian, Middle Eastern dance
• Brenda Bufalino, tap
• Jay Clayton, jazz vocals
• Josh Hilberman, tap
• Jorge Perez-Albela, cajon and Latin percussion
• Sandy Silva, percussive dance
• Marilyn Middleton-Sylla, African dance
• Sekou Sylla, African drumming
• Keith Terry, body percussion

Read bios HERE.

Kicking off with orientation, harbor cruise, and seaside reception for festival particpants on Sunday June 24, the annual festival features small classes with intimate artist interaction, special events and performances, and closes with a student showcase at Market Square.

• Monday, June 25 - Keith Terry and Paul Arslanian Reminisce - original members of the Jazz Tap Ensemble
• Tuesday, June 26 - "Iced" Coffee House
• Wednesday, June 27 - An Evening with Brenda Bufalino and Jay Clayton
• Friday, June 30 - MaD Fest Follies, artist showcase and featured acts
• Saturday, June 30 - Student Showcase, Market Square, downtown Portsmouth

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