This event is sponsored by:
ROSANGELA SILVESTRE
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ROSANGELA SILVESTRE *
About
Rosangela Silvestre is a choreographer, instructor, dancer and creator of the Silvestre Dance Technique. Silvestre, a native of Salvador, Bahia, Brazil, graduated with a bachelor's and post-graduate degree in dance from the Federal University of Bahia (UFBA). She has researched dance and music in Brazil, India, Egypt, Senegal and Cuba as part of her ever-evolving and eclectic repertoire of movement. She trained in diverse techniques like Martha Graham, Limón, Horton, Floor Bar, Classic Ballet, Dunham Technique, and has performed and choreographed for a number of companies in Brazil and other countries.
Silvestre has traveled internationally teaching, training dancers, performing, facilitating lectures and demonstrations, consulting, attending seminars and residencies at universities and dance festivals in Contemporary, Folkloric, as well as traditional dances of Africa and other continents. In 2011, Silvestre completed an album called, "Voices of Nature." She continues to use her voice as an integral part of her work in dance
Day 1
June 11th
6:30pm-7:40pm Symbology of Orixas
7:45pm - 9pm Silvestre Technique
the NEST in Greenlake
Studio B
6606 1s t Av e NE Seattle 98115 
Day 2
June 12th
6:30pm-7:40pm Symbology of Orixas
7:45pm - 9pm Silvestre Technique
the NEST in Greenlake
Studio A
6606 1s t Av e NE Seattle 98115
Day 3
June 13th
2:30pm - 3:40pm Symbology of Orixas
3:45pm - 5pm Silvestre Technique
theNEST in Greenlake
Studio A
6606 1s t Av e NE Seattle 98115
You're invited to a 3-day workshop: Symbology of Orixás and Silvestre Technique
Join Rosangel Silvestre for an immersive workshop exploring the spiritual symbolism of the Orixás and hands-on practice of the Silvestre technique. This three-day experience blends cultural context, movement, music, and technique to deepen your understanding of Afro-Brazilian traditions and their expression through dance.
Who should attend
Dancers, musicians, teachers, cultural practitioners, and anyone interested in Afro-Brazilian culture and embodied practice.
All levels welcome; sessions will include accessible options and progressive challenges for experienced movers.
Logistics
Duration: 2h30min per day.
June 11th, 12th and 13th
What to bring: black comfortable movement clothes, water, notebook, and open curiosity.
Registration and contact Spaces are limited to ensure meaningful practice and feedback.
We look forward to seeing you for three days of cultural learning, embodied practice, and creative exploration.