
Jose Agudo Workshop
Jose’s class is fun inclusive and has a dynamic quality. Come and join this workshop if you are Intersted in learning a style that is an interesting mix of Kathak, Flemecon and contemporary dance.
info@dancefestivalcroydon.com
Jose’s class is fun inclusive and has a dynamic quality. Come and join this workshop if you are Intersted in learning a style that is an interesting mix of Kathak, Flemecon and contemporary dance.
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