Kuumba Arts Workshops
The Kuumba Winter Arts and Spring Arts Workshops are our dynamic recess programs designed to engage students during winter and spring breaks. These programs offer a unique opportunity for students to immerse themselves in the rich cultural heritage of the African Diaspora through a diverse range of performance and visual arts classes.
Program Overview
The Workshops are open to students ages 5-16. Sessions are scheduled from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., with early drop-off available starting at 7:30 a.m. Throughout the day, students participate in five to six enriching hands-on classes that explore dance, music, theater, visual arts, and cultural history.
Creative Programs
Theater
From acting and improvisation to stage presence and performance, students strengthen communication skills, build confidence, and bring powerful stories to life on stage. Theater training encourages students to explore character, emotion, collaboration, and storytelling while developing skills that extend far beyond the stage.
Dance
Through the Robert Battle Dance Program, students develop technique, coordination, discipline, and self-expression while exploring a variety of dance styles. Named in honor of DAHCAC alumnus Robert Battle, whose artistic journey began at the Center and went on to inspire audiences worldwide, the program encourages young dancers to pursue excellence, embrace creativity, and develop their own artistic voice.
Cinematography: Film & Digital Storytelling
Students explore filmmaking, camera operation, editing, script development, and digital media production. Inspired by DAHCAC alumnus. Inspired by DAHCAC alumnus Tarell Alvin McCraney, whose creative journey from the Center led to international recognition as an Academy Award-winning screenwriter and playwright, students learn how powerful stories can shape perspectives and connect communities.
Music
Students explore the fundamentals of music through rhythm, melody, performance, and creative expression. Through hands-on instruction and ensemble experiences, young musicians develop confidence, discipline, teamwork, and an appreciation for the power of music.
Visual Arts
Young artists explore drawing, painting, mixed media, sculpture, and design while developing artistic techniques, creative problem-solving skills, and their unique visual voice. Through hands-on experiences, students learn to observe, imagine, and communicate ideas while building confidence in their creative abilities.
From acting and improvisation to stage presence and performance, students strengthen communication skills, build confidence, and bring powerful stories to life on stage. Theater training encourages students to explore character, emotion, collaboration, and storytelling while developing skills that extend far beyond the stage.
Fashion
Young designers explore fashion illustration, textiles, accessory design, and garment construction while developing technical skills, creative problem-solving, and a distinctive design voice. Through hands-on studio projects, students learn to research, sketch, and prototype—moving ideas from mood board to runway-ready pieces—while building confidence in craftsmanship, styling, and sustainable practices.
Through the Robert Battle Dance Program, students develop technique, coordination, discipline, and self-expression while exploring a variety of dance styles. Named in honor of DAHCAC alumnus Robert Battle, whose artistic journey began at the Center and went on to inspire audiences worldwide, the program encourages young dancers to pursue excellence, embrace creativity, and develop their own artistic voice.
Cinematography: Film & Digital Storytelling
Students explore filmmaking, camera operation, editing, script development, and digital media production. Inspired by DAHCAC alumnus. Inspired by DAHCAC alumnus Tarell Alvin McCraney, whose creative journey from the Center led to international recognition as an Academy Award-winning screenwriter and playwright, students learn how powerful stories can shape perspectives and connect communities.
Music
Students explore the fundamentals of music through rhythm, melody, performance, and creative expression. Through hands-on instruction and ensemble experiences, young musicians develop confidence, discipline, teamwork, and an appreciation for the power of music.
Visual Arts
Young artists explore drawing, painting, mixed media, sculpture, and design while developing artistic techniques, creative problem-solving skills, and their unique visual voice. Through hands-on experiences, students learn to observe, imagine, and communicate ideas while building confidence in their creative abilities.
End of Session Performance
At the end of each session, students showcase the results of their artistic explorations in a special performance for parents, families, and friends—celebrating their hard work, creativity, and growth.
Why Choose Workshops?
These Workshops provide an engaging, educational, and fun environment for young artists to develop their skills, make lasting memories, and connect with their cultural roots. We look forward to having your child join us for an unforgettable experience!
Registration is open
Apply now to give your child, ages 5–16, a safe, creative experience during winter and spring breaks. Transportation is available from select schools. For more information call 305-638-6771 or email ahcac@miamidade.gov.