A GREAT KREYÒL WEEKEND will offer an intoxicating schedule of Haitian arts and cuisine during its celebration of Haitian Heritage Month Celebration, May 9 – 10, 2025.
Events include a curated Short Film Series by Writer Director Al’lkens Plancher on May 9, to be followed by Plancher’s film and storytelling workshop on May 10; and closing off with a Konpa Dance class accompanied by TOP Haitian DJ @Ti.Joe.
These events aim to uplift:
- Haitian art, music, and cuisine – from konpa rhythms and vibrant paintings to rich dishes like griot and pikliz.
- Historical figures like Toussaint Louverture, Jean-Jacques Dessalines, and Catherine Flon.
- The Haitian diaspora and its impact on communities in the U.S., especially in places like Miami, New York, and Boston.
May 9 – Celebrating Haitian Cinema Curated Short Films by Haitian Filmmaker Al’Ikens Plancher…