Art Happens Here with John Lithgow

John Lithgow Dances Dunham with Debbie Allen Dance Academy

John Lithgow attends a lesson at the Debbie Allen Dance Academy, guided by instructor Anindo Marshall, to master an iconic movement and dance style created by Katherine Dunham. Exploring modern dance with Caribbean and African style, Marshall shares the Haitian origin and historical significance of the Dunham Walk. Partnering with Estrella, a DADA student, Lithgow learns to shimmy in new ways.

John Lithgow Dances Dunham with Debbie Allen Dance Academy

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    Art Happens Here with John Lithgow

    S1 E1 - 55m 48s

    Join actor John Lithgow as he goes back to school to demonstrate the transformative power of arts education. Immersing himself with teachers and students, he explores four arts disciplines: dance, ceramics, silk-screen printing and vocal jazz ensemble. The program celebrates how arts education nurtures and inspires the hearts and minds of of students of all ages.

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