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Tap Tap Evening

Exploring the Sound & Sacred Dance of Haiti

2024-12-21 13:30:00 2024-12-21 15:30:00 America/Indiana/Indianapolis Tap Tap Evening Join us for an evening of fun and cultural immersion to learn about Haiti’s sacred music, dance, storytelling, poetry, Haitian folktales, and the Haitian culture. Central Library -

Saturday, December 21
1:30pm - 3:30pm

Add to Calendar 2024-12-21 13:30:00 2024-12-21 15:30:00 America/Indiana/Indianapolis Tap Tap Evening Join us for an evening of fun and cultural immersion to learn about Haiti’s sacred music, dance, storytelling, poetry, Haitian folktales, and the Haitian culture. Central Library -

Join us for an evening of fun and cultural immersion to learn about Haiti’s sacred music, dance, storytelling, poetry, Haitian folktales, and the Haitian culture.

Whether you are Haitian or of Haitian descent, or simply have an interest in Haitian culture and would like to explore the vibrating sounds and soul, the sacred dance of Haiti, this event is your perfect match. "Tap Tap" refers to a type of private bus constructed by fashioning a piece of metal sheet over the flat bed of a small pickup truck. This "means of transport" plays a vital part of the transportation system and culture in Haiti.

This event is free and open to the public and made possible by the Haitian Creole Program, the Indianapolis Public Library, and the Damien Center.

Programming Schedule: 

Exhibit: 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
This exhibit will allow participants to receive key information about local resources, acquire new books or Haitian crafts. Tables will be occupied by the Damien Center, two Haitian authors, three artisans, and local organizations. 

Speeches: 2:35 p.m. to 2:50 p.m.
To give a broader context of the event and share words of appreciation with partners and performers, representatives from IndyPL, Damien Center, Haitian Culture Program and Indy Dance Council will take the stage.

Cultural Performance: 2:50 p.m.- 4:00 p.m.
Musicians: Dimitry Etienne (percussionist), Saintil Castera (percussionist), Chris Bazz La (singer and guitarist), Fedner Moreau (saxophonist), Stanley Laforet (trumpeter) and Elder Charlot (singer)

Storytelling: Jacques Adler Jean Pierre, famous Haitian poet and comedian

Dance: Ronael Chery, poet, dancer and performer

 

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Multicultural | Exhibit/Display | Concert/Performance | Art/Crafts/Hobbies |

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Central Library

Phone: 317-275-4100

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About the branch

As the hub of the Indianapolis Public Library system, Central Library showcases renowned architecture and services. The original 1917 building, designed by Paul Cret and constructed of Indiana limestone in the Greek Doric style, was considered one of the most outstanding secular buildings in the U.S. Its six-story glass and steel-framed addition, designed by Evans Woollen, opened in 2007.

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