Versa-Style Street Dance: Rooted Rhythms

Choreographed and Directed by: Jackie “Miss Funk” Lopez and Leigh “Breeze-Lee” Foaad in collaboration with the company dancers

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ROOTED RHYTHMS is Versa-Style’s electrifying mixed repertory program, featuring a vibrant collection of original dance works and excerpts from the company’s 20-year history. Paying homage to Street Dance styles such as Waacking, Popping and House, as well as a blend of Afro-Latin styles such as Salsa and West African, Rooted Rhythms is an evening of dance representative of the diverse experiences of the BIPOC communities of Los Angeles.

Bursting with energy, rhythm, and individuality, Rooted Rhythms honors the many paces, tempos, and pulses of various street and social dance forms through a unique blend of choreography and freestyle elements; highlighting the raw creativity and spirit at the heart of Hip Hop and Street Dance culture.

Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to these styles, this is an unforgettable introduction to the movement, music, and stories that continue to shape the culture today.

Performances

Friday, September 19, 2026, at 7:30pm

Saturday, September 20, 2026, at 7:30pm

*A meet-and-greet discussion with the artists will follow each performance.

Tickets: $15 General | Free for URochester Students with ID

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About Versa-Style Street Dance Company

Founded in 2005 by Los Angeles natives and co-artistic directors Jackie Lopez aka Miss Funk and Leigh Foaad aka Breeze-lee, Versa-Style Street Dance Company was created to promote, empower and celebrate the artistry of Hip Hop and street dance culture. Named “Los Angeles’ Best Dance Troupe for Hip Hop Empowerment” by LA Weekly, Versa-Style is recognized for its electrifying performances and inspiring engagement activities for schools and local communities. Consisting of committed, highly skilled street dance artists and educators representative of the diversity and beautiful complexity of Los Angeles, Versa-Style Street Dance Company harnesses the exhilarating energy of street dance onto the concert stage for an unforgettable evening of dance.

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Workshops

Street Dance WorkshopThursday, September 17, 2026 | 12:30pm - 1:45pm | Spurrier Dance Studio (50 attendees max) Interactive Talk and Movement Workshop in collaboration with the Susan B. Anthony InstituteFriday, September 18, 2026 | 2pm - 3:30pm | Spurrier Gym———

This event is made possible with support from the Schwartz Performing Arts Fund of the University of Rochester's Institute for the Performing Arts, Humanities Project, Program of Dance and Movement, Department of Black Studies, Paul J. Burgett Intercultural Center, and the Susan B. Anthony Institute Program for Sexuality, Women’s and Gender Studies.