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AfriRock Dance Company celebrates 10 years in Houston
Summary by The Houston Editorial Desk Laura Onyeneho , as published by Defender Network
· August 6, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway AfriRock Dance Company has been active in the city for 10 years, focusing on the Afrobeats music genre.
A Houston -based dance company is celebrating a milestone anniversary. AfriRock Dance Company has been active in the city for 10 years, focusing on the Afrobeats music genre. The company was founded by Lydia Rockson, who sought to create a community and teach people about Afrobeats.
Rockson's interest in the genre began during her time at the University of Houston, where she was involved with the Nigerian Student Association. Further details about AfriRock Dance Company and its anniversary are available from the Defender Network.
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Category: business Published: August 6, 2026 Source: Defender Network Reading time: 1 min
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