Legacy: The Spirit of Basquiat
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Kick off Haitian Heritage Month with a celebration of Haiti's culture and art at the Pérez Art Museum on Thursday, May 2. Presented by Purforce Group/Tradisyon Lakou Lakay, Legacy: The Spirit of Basquiat honors the artistic heritage of Haiti with an evening of music, dance and community.
DJ Gardy and DJ Bullet will set the rhythm for the night, blending contemporary beats with traditional Haitian influences. Expect a fusion of sounds that pay homage to both the past and the present. Meanwhile, the talented dance ensembles, Tradyison Lakou Lakay and NSL Dance Ensemble, will showcase Haitian dance forms. Rara Lakay brings the exuberance of rara music into the mix. From rara rhythms to Creole hip-hop, compa melodies and afrobeat grooves, this event celebrates the diverse sounds of Haiti.