# Event Details - **Event Name**: Plena in the Square: Puerto Rican Dance Workshop with Raúl De La Paz - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 24 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri, 24 Apr, 2026 at 07:30 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Join us for Plena in the Square, an energetic community dance workshop celebrating the vibrant rhythms of Puerto Rico!About this EventLed by master dancer and choreographer Raúl De La Paz, this interactive session introduces participants to Plena, a beloved Puerto Rican musical and dance tradition rooted in Afro-diasporic culture and storytelling.During this outdoor workshop, participants will explore the rhythmic structure and movement vocabulary of Plena through guided exercises, short combinations, and joyful group dynamics. You’ll learn fundamental steps, body movement, and how dancers interact with the rhythm of the music.After the workshop, stay for a live Plena jam session in the square!Musicians and community members are warmly invited to bring panderos, güiros, and other instruments to share music together and continue the celebration.No prior dance experience is necessary—this workshop is designed to be welcoming, accessible, and fun for all.This event is made possible through the collaboration and support of the Fredericksburg Area Museum, and RappArts.About the ArtistRaúl De La Paz is a Puerto Rican dancer, choreographer, and artistic director with more than 30 years of experience in folkloric and theatrical dance. His work spans major folklore companies and musical theater productions, with a movement style that ranges from Jazz and Salsa to the Puerto Rican national dances of Bomba and Plena. As Artistic Director of the Gíbaro de Puerto Rico Folklore Company, he has represented Puerto Rico in festivals and residencies throughout Europe, the United States, and Latin America, sharing workshops that connect participants to Puerto Rican culture through movement.Come dance, connect, and celebrate Puerto Rican culture in community. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/ee390690-21c3-11f1-8b35-f723b5d21335-rimg-w592-h740-dcfffffe-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/fredericksburg/plena-in-the-square-puerto-rican-dance-workshop-with-raúl-de-la-paz/100001985232730538 - **Event Categories**: Workshops, Entertainment, Art, dance, Music, Festivals, Theatre - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Fredericksburg - **state**: VA - **country**: United States - **location**: Fredericksburg Market Square - **lat**: 38.3030985 - **long**: -77.4600622 - **full address**: Fredericksburg Market Square, 214 William Street, Fredericksburg, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Plena in the Square: Puerto Rican Dance Workshop with Raúl De La Paz - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/db18b7406025e6ccb5828828087ea42f3a946062bdf7040547a0631a6abf21e1-rimg-w1200-h1500-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1773726126 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Plena in the Square: Puerto Rican Dance Workshop with Raúl De La Paz being held? - **A:** Plena in the Square: Puerto Rican Dance Workshop with Raúl De La Paz takes place on Fri, 24 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Fri, 24 Apr, 2026 at 07:30 pm at Fredericksburg Market Square, 214 William Street, Fredericksburg, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Plena in the Square: Puerto Rican Dance Workshop with Raúl De La Paz? - **A:** Plena in the Square: Puerto Rican Dance Workshop with Raúl De La Paz is organized by Semilla Cultural. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Plena in the Square: Puerto Rican Dance Workshop with Raúl De La Paz is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Fredericksburg, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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