Kalenda Canboulay Riots: Stick fighters dance & drumming from Trinidad

Join us for a special Stick fighters, drumming and dance performance from the carnival tradition of Trinidad and Tobago. 

Discover how this martial Arts artform emerged in the Caribbean and parts of South America during the period of African enslavement, often as a form of resistance, rebellion, and cultural survival. Explore the historical roots of Kalenda, the traditional technique used in Trinidad & Tobago and its practical applications in everyday life and learn about its significance to this Carnival.  

Discover the enduring ancestral connections found in the movements, songs, and drumming associated with Stick fighting, and learn about its significance to the Carnival of Trinidad and Tobago and other parts of the African Diaspora. 

Sandra A. M Bell (Production Manager, Producer, Teaching Artist) is a third generation Carnival Costume Designer. Ms. Bell is CEO of Journeyagents, Inc an artist booking and special event production company. Co-Founder of JOUVAYFEST Collective preserving and presenting Trinidad & Tobago classic style J’ouvert locally, nationally and internationally. She is a NYFA Fellow, BA in Art Administration from NYU and certificates in Film & TV Production.

Formed and established in the spring of 2021, Zante Nyc Dancers is a dynamic dance company with roots deeply embedded in Caribbean culture, particularly from Trinidad. This talented ensemble comprises dancers from diverse backgrounds, each bringing a unique skill set to the group. Their mission is to celebrate and showcase the rich cultural heritage of Afro-Caribbean dance by merging it with modern Soca movements, creating a captivating and immersive experience for their audience.