The Bolivian musicians may practice Bach and other classical music at home, but they were eager to share their interpretation of traditional Bolivian music during their performance at the Kennedy Center. More: artsedge.kennedy-center.org/cultureconnect

Like breaking, graffiti art (or tagging) is one of the five elements of hip-hop culture. Graffiti artist Danny ‘Dan One’ Polonco, a self-described “Alphabetical Engineer,” meets with Venezuela's Flying Legs Crew to teach them about graffiti art form as a means for self-expression. More: artsedge.kennedy-center.org/cultureconnect

The Palestinian and Moroccan musicians performed on the Kennedy Center’s Millennium Stage, which offers free shows 365 days a year as part of the Performing Arts for Everyone Initiative. See how the musicians go from a sound check to actual performance. More: artsedge.kennedy-center.org/cultureconnect

What happens when Turkish hip-hop dancers travel to the United States on a modern dance exchange program? Sanem and fellow hip-hop dancer, Bahadir Efe, discover the transition to modern dance is not an easy one, since the two forms are based on very different styles. Nevertheless, they rise to the challenge, knowing that the exposure to new forms and skills will help them develop their range as hip-hop dancers. More: artsedge.kennedy-center.org/cultureconnect

The Gathering is Philadelphia’s longest running hip-hop event, featuring a different performing artist or group every month, as well as anyone else who has the guts to step into the cypher, or breaking circle. The show is loud and crowded, but Lil Rays and his crew don’t shy easily, taking the stage to show The Gathering what The Flying Legs Crew is all about. More: artsedge.kennedy-center.org/cultureconnect

The Flying Legs Crew dives right into the New York City hip-hop scene with a master class at Full Circle Productions, the groundbreaking, non-profit hip-hop dance company founded by b-boy Kwikstep and b-girl Rokafella. The two dance veterans partnered up in 1996, sharing a dedication to the fundamentals and education of hip-hop, as well as a welcoming attitude to performers of all cultures and genders. Since then, Full Circle Productions has grown in size and recognition, bringing hip-hop...

Proving that hip-hop is where you find it, The Flying Legs Crew passes the time on the New York City subway posing for photos - which is harder than it sounds. More: artsedge.kennedy-center.org/cultureconnect

As a part of the Global Cultural Initiative, the United States Department of State and the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts offer professional development opportunities to energize the work of emerging international artists in their own countries by bringing them to the United States and providing them with instructive and informative experiences in their arts discipline, exposure to the creation and performance of world-class art, and opportunities to develop relationships with...

In appreciation for their three days of intense study and practice at the Hubbard Street Dance Center, the visitors are happy to share their country’s traditional Javanese dancing with members of the Chicago dance company. Boby leads a workshop in the fundamentals of Javanese, and Retno demonstrates a routine in traditional costume. More: artsedge.kennedy-center.org/cultureconnect

After an original performance by the experimental production company The Civilians, the Indonesian visitors sit down with members of the cast and crew. The group discusses The Civilians’ mission and multidisciplinary approach to theater, which in many ways parallels Teater Garasi’s productions that often combine drama and dance. Then, the actors take a break from American theater, and embrace the opportunity to tour the Silk Road Theatre Project, a production company that showcases...

Battles or dance-offs are head-to-head confrontations between individuals or groups of dancers in order to see who can out-dance the other. There are two types of battles, the cypher and the organized, both of which are an integral part of the hip hop culture. A cypher battle occurs when a group of b-boys or b-girls form a circle, and individuals take turns showing their moves in the middle to the cheers and jeers of those around them. Often times these battles are unplanned, friendly and...

Here’s a new twist on a Philadelphia tradition: in true The Flying Legs Crew-style, the spirited group expresses their enthusiasm on the steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, where Philly film icon Rocky Balboa trained for his shot at the title. More: artsedge.kennedy-center.org/cultureconnect

The Flying Legs Crew dives right into the New York City hip-hop scene with a master class at Full Circle Productions, the groundbreaking, non-profit hip-hop dance company founded by b-boy Kwikstep and b-girl Rokafella. The two dance veterans partnered up in 1996, sharing a dedication to the fundamentals and education of hip-hop, as well as a welcoming attitude to performers of all cultures and genders. Since then, Full Circle Productions has grown in size and recognition, bringing hip-hop...