Rhythmworks: Ritmo Vivo is presented as part of the DanceLAB Summer Concert Series, featuring new and returning artists.

Ritmo Vivo celebrates the living rhythms, cultural influences, and movement traditions that connect communities across the Americas and around the world.

Flamenco artist Kerensa DeMars explores the connections between Flamenco and its Caribbean influences, while emerging artist Sabrina Lina Conchi presents a world premiere rooted in the style of Cumbia Wepa. Danceworks Artistic Director Christal Wagner showcases a Latin American-inspired musical theatre medley highlighting the rhythms and Latin influences that have shaped beloved musicals, from West Side Story to In the Heights. Cyenthia Vijayakumar joins the program with a new film premiere featuring Classical Indian Kathak Dance. Returning to the stage is fan favorite MkeMe Crew with the dynamic energy of K-pop. Also featured is the Danceworks Performance Workshop Series, presenting original choreography by David Roman (Jazz), Rich Ashworth (Hip Hop), Alex Vanissaveth (K-pop), and Courtney Dorzok (Jazz).

Rhythmworks Artists:
Kerensa DeMars / Studio K Flamenco (Flamenco)
Cyenthia Vijayakumar (Kathak)
Sabrina Lina Conchi (Cumbia Wepa)
MkeMe Crew (K-POP)
Christal Wagner, Musical Theatre Performance Workshop
Alex Vanissaveth, K-POP Performance Workshop
David Roman, Jazz Workshop
Rich Ashworth, Hip Hop Workshop
Courtney Dorzok, Teen Jazz Workshop