MIDDLETOWN, Pa. — Penn State Harrisburg’s Kulkarni Cultural Series has announced scheduled fall performances by PHILADANCO!, the Philadelphia Dance Company; and the Martha Redbone Roots Project.
Since its founding in 1970 to counter a lack of opportunity for dancers of color, the Philadelphia Dance Company (PHILADANCO!) has been hailed as a pinnacle and example of how predominately Black companies can exist and flourish. Across the nation and around the world, PHILADANCO! is celebrated for its innovation, creativity and preservation of African American traditions in dance. The dance company is celebrating its 55th season.