Free First Fridays: America in Motion

Mark the 250th anniversary of the United States with America in Motion, a music and dance work by the Vanaver Caravan that explores labor, loss, and the pursuit of joy in American life. Through music and movement, the work holds the beauty, ideals, and mythos of America alongside the harsher realities that have shaped the nation.

Sing along with Vanaver Caravan musicians, watch live excerpts from America in Motion performed by the full company, and join in traditional American dances. All ages and abilities are welcome; no previous singing or dance experience is required.

5:30–6pm — Circle Singing (participatory)
6:15–7pm — America in Motion performance
7:15–8pm — Square Dance (participatory)

Established in 1972, The Vanaver Caravan is a Hudson Valley–based nonprofit organization that performs original, world-infused choreography and music locally and internationally. Drawing on a wide range of dance and music traditions, the company also provides cross-cultural arts education through school residencies and classes.

Enjoy our current exhibitions, as well as a bilingual art workshop with Carolina Amarillo. Cash bar.

Generous support provided by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program.

Support for The Vanaver Caravan is provided by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.