A Trike Called Funk

Join us this July for three Juxtaposed Flows workshops! Juxtaposed Flows is a participatory dance series led by A Trike Called Funk, that brings together members from different dance communities for a unique combination of fun-filled dance learning and activities. For the first series on July 12th, visitors will learn steps from Dancehall with “Ms. 5678”, and Breakdance with “Vayu”, and will have an opportunity to showcase those steps through freestyle dance games.

A Trike Called Funk is a Boston-based creative venture co-founded in 2021 by MC & Dance Lead Aaron Myers and DJ Edward Galan. They orchestrate participatory dance experiences around their customized cargo tricycle, equipped with its own portable dance floor, power source, DJ equipment, and sound system. A Trike Called Funk not only performs and entertains, but also teaches and engages with the aim of unleashing creativity and building community everywhere they pedal & park.

Vayu Kieta’s Artist Statement:
“As a child I was always interested in science and wanted to understand the world around me. I’ve spent most of my youth learning astrology, biology, martial arts, oceanography, and computer/mechanical/electrical engineering. I loved the arts, but there was always a disconnect for me when it came to understanding the world, until I saw someone doing a head spin on the concrete with a helmet. When I realized dance was the science of expressing yourself with your body, I fell in love. Today I am a 20yr veteran Floorlords Crew member, an Executive Support Technician, Photographer/Videographer, and a Creative Engineer living the life I love.”

Chanel Ms.5678’s Artist Statement:
“My love for dance began as early as 8 years old, creating dance routines and
watching great artists like Michael Jackson and Janet Jackson perform at award
shows. My family and friends also heavily influenced me by dancing to the latest hip
hop and Caribbean music. My family is from Antigua, an island in the Caribbean known for Calypso and Soca music. Growing up, we attended many Caribbean events, specifically Carnival in New York and Boston, where they play Dancehall, Soca, Calypso, and Reggae
music. I always incorporate my Caribbean culture into my performances and classes.
It feels great to teach energetic dancehall and soca styles, as well as the differences
between Caribbean music through their tempos and movements. In my classes, I
love to have colorful visuals, including various flags representing the many
Caribbean islands and Latin cultures. I always wanted to see the world as a performer, incorporating dancehall! Since 2010, I have been able to do just that. As a dancer, I’ve helped to design and create dance choreography for video gaming for Microsoft and Harmonix Music Systems, called Dance Central, using the Xbox/Kinect and Oculus/VR consoles.Today, I teach dance in schools, lead Dancehall Soca Cardio workshops throughout
the New England area, and highlight professional dancers on my podcast called The
Dancers Report.”