HopStop: Dancers’ Corner

This White River Junction, VT, dance studio presents dancers of all ages performing their best moves in ballet, jazz, hip hop and more. A fun and easy introduction to the joys of dance for the very young—try it out for yourself and dance along.

 

General Info

FREE and open to the public; no tickets or registration required
All shows are 60 minutes in length
All children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult
Seating is informal and easy to navigate if you need to step out with your young one; food drink are allowed
For more information, call Outreach and Arts Education at 603.646.2010

The HopStop programs are held in both Hanover and Claremont, NH, children ages 3 and up enjoy free performances designed to entertain and introduce young children to the world of dance, music, theater and storytelling. These performances are participatory, so come ready to sing, dance and clap along—bring the whole family! The Claremont HopStops are presented through a collaboration with the Hopkins Center at Dartmouth College, the West Claremont Center for Music and Arts and the Claremont Parks and Recreation Department. Claremont HopStops are supported by the Hop’s Community Venture Initiative.

HopStop: Akwaaba Traditional African Drum and Dance Ensemble

The Akwaaba Ensemble brings African drumming and dance to vivid life with the rhythms and styles of different tribal groups from West Africa. The ensemble is led by master percussionist and teacher Theophilus Nii Martey who began studying traditional African music during his childhood in Ghana. The Akwaaba Ensemble’s energetic and engaging performances are a reflection of their name, which means “Welcome” in the Akan language of Ghana. Feel free to get up and move!