2010 International Association of Blacks in Dance conference

at The Doubletree-Center City, Philadelphia, PA — January 14 -18, 2010

The 22nd Annual International Association of Blacks in Dance, co-hosted by PHILADANCO and University of the Arts, is a meeting of African American artists, educators, historians, videographers and students interested in dance of the Diaspora, and the future and success of this art form.It will include four full days of classes, lectures and workshops; dance market place; luncheons and receptions; liturgical showcases; and other events. The conference welcomes people from diverse backgrounds.

Nightly performances will feature over 30 dance groups, including Duke Ellington School for the Arts, Cleveland School for the Arts, Baltimore School for the Arts, William and Mary College, Dallas Black Dance Theatre, Lula Washington, LA Creative Outlet, Camille Brown, Urban Bush Women and Ailey II.

Awards banquet, Saturday, January 16: Maurice Hines, keynote speaker; awardees: Mary Hinkson, Mary Barnett, Caroline Adams, and Delores Browne

Registration information and other conference details: Kim Bears Bailey at 215-387-8200