Step Afrika seized the stage… drove the crowd to whoops and hollers.

—Lisa Traiger, The Washington Post

Step Afrika!’s company of nine demonstrated just what wondrously loud effects the human body can make

—C-Ville Weekly, Charlottesville, VA

Step Afrika stole the show with a skillfully arranged rhythmic combination of clapping, body slapping, stomping and shouting.

—Kirsten Bodensteiner, The Washington Post

Wow! Energy, expertise, commitment, passion. You can’t beat that.

—The Argonaut,  Moscow, Idaho

Enormously powerful…their energy, physical strength and coordination were phenomenal.

—Terri Goldman, The Review, Washington DC

Electrifying Talents.

—The Washington Post

 

 

The real highlight of the evening came when the performers were introduced…to know that all of them were college graduates sent such a strong and powerful message to the students in attendance.

—Lawrence A. Waters, Dean of Admissions and Enrollment Services; Ball State University
Muncie, Indiana

In short, SHEER BRILLIANCE!

—University Of Arkansas, Little Rock, AK

As a programmer for the campus activities board, I have planned and helped with tons of events but none that were as much fun or as entertaining as Step Afrika!! Your group really made the history of stepping a fun experience to learn about.”

—Staff Programmer, East Tennessee State University

Judging from the standing ovation, Step Afrika! is doing wonders for the recognition of step as an authentic American dance form.

—Mary Washington College, Fredericksburg, VA

Everyone was entertained and educated by your group’s outstanding presentation. I have heard nothing but rave reviews in the ensuing days. Even the tech crew was captivated! I am especially grateful for the additional time you and the other performers made to meet with our students and staff following the show.”

—KP Perkins, Coordinator, Multi-Cultural Student Programs, Gallaudet University

After the event was over, the excitement was still flowing through our campus and even continued into the days after…you are such professionals.”

—Fenrick James, Student, University of Indianapolis

Thank you for your wonderful performance…The venue has a capacity of 1200. We think at least 1,150 seats were full.

—Crystal Baldwin, CAB Chair, Berea College

 

 

You grabbed the attention of the St. Louis 4th and 5th grade students as soon as you walked on the stage and managed to keep the students and their teachers riveted for the entire hour… a significant number of our subscribers ranked Step Afrika as number one or number two of the eight shows we presented this year.

—Rebecca Carson, Director of Performing Arts, Center of Contemporary Arts,
St. Louis, MO

Step Afrika captivated 989 students from both school districts and the sold out performances were attended by more young people than any other activity.

—Betty L. Mahoney, Executive Director,
Virgin Island Council on the Arts

Step Afrika’s Performance at our arts education pre-conference was spell bounding.

—Jennifer W. Chowning, Arts Education Coordinator, Americans for the Arts
Washington, DC

 

 

That week was one of the most highly attended at the Children’s Theatre this season. It was a pleasure to work with all of you. Your level of commitment, professionalism and dedication is commendable.

—National Park Service, Wolf Trap Farm Park For the Performing Arts
Reston, VA

Thank you again for your commitment to young people and sharing the love of stepping in the name of Africa.

—Our Lady of Mercy Community Outreach Services
Johns Island, SC

The children were so excited to learn about stepping, but the adults were also enthralled and loved having the opportunity to ‘be kids again.

—Sandra Heningburg, Everybody Wins! DC,
Washington, DC

Your presentation was not only entertaining but it was also educational and inspirational. To see young college graduates dedicate their time to motivate high school students is very gratifying.

—Teacher, M.M. DC Washington Center
Washington, DC

Step Afrika not only energizes and motivates our youth, it educates them as well.

—Teacher, St. Johns Elementary, SC

I would really like to thank you for bringing us together by teaching us teamwork, and teaching us to be there for each other. This experience probably will be the best event that will happen to my class this school year, instead of basketball.

—9th grade student, Anacostia High School, DC