her performing arts industry plays a
pivotal role in the socio-cultural and
economic life of her citizens. Over the
years, the art of dance has gradually
evolved from being a hobby to a
professional career for a handful of
youths spread across the country.
Mrs.
Kafayat Shafau-Ameh popularly known as
Kaffy ‘The Dance Queen’ who broke
the Guinness book of world record for
the longest dance party in 2006 is set to
create more opportunity for talented
youths.
Kaffy has performed in major concerts
locally and internationally. She has
featured in music videos for A-list
Nigerian musicians. She is also
recognised as the voice of the future
Nigerians through the art of dance. She
recently choreographed the show ‘Love
like a Movie’ by Dare Art-Alade and also
performed with Ciara at the concert.
Her relentless passion for her career,
children, youth and women
empowerment has made Kaffy a source
of inspiration, great motivator and
influencer. Besides being an
entrepreneur, lovely wife and a super
mother to her children, the Dance Queen
has also given birth to a large number of
professional dancers who are currently
making waves in the industry.
The dance industry in Nigeria is growing
at snail speed and some of the issues
faced are non-connectedness and lack of
professionalism. This is why “The Dance
Workshop 2017” is a project set up by
Kaffy to enlighten, promote and create a
dance network in Nigeria through a
theoretical and practical workshop
The workshop, set to hold from June 6
to 11
in Lagos, Abuja, Ibadan and Accra, is
aimed at educating dancers on ethics and
the business aspect of dance, making
them understand the marketability of
this industry. The workshop will include;
Fun Dance Classes, Interactive/Sessions
and Motivational talks.
This year’s workshop will headline
international dance choreographer AY
Hollywood who has worked with various
recording artists such as; Chris
Brown, Ciara, and Rihanna. Most
recently AY Hollywood
choreographed Beyonce’s ‘On the Run
Tour’, Nicki Minaj’s ‘Billboard Music
Award’ performance as well as Jennifer
Lopez’s ‘American Music Award’. The
Dance Workshop 2017 is not limited only
to professional dancers; it will also be a
fun avenue for the whole family to
engage in a few hours of fun dance
sessions and also receive fitness tips
through dance from the Dance Queen
herself.
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