About Us

As SambaFunk! has grown its community impact, we have also grown the key relationships that allow us to continue sharing our love for people and the FUNK! We are grateful for our Sponsors, Funders, Key Collaborators and Visiting Artists over the years that have helped us realize our vision. Thank you for your love, support, and commitment to the Funk!

Dance To The Health of Life

Founded in 2010, by Artistic Director Theo Aytchan Williams, SambaFunk! has grown into a beloved and multi-faceted cultural arts organization with diverse programming ranging from weekly dance instruction, stage performances, original music creation, costume production, parades, festivals and participation in political, social justice, healing circles, and arts advocacy.
 
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SambaFunk! has performed at numerous special events including Oakland, San Francisco and Atlanta Carnivals, America’s Got Talent as well as the Presidential Kick Off Rally for Vice President elect Kamala Harris to name a few.

Our mission is to preserve and present African Diaspora Art & Culture to underserved communities of color. Our goal is to create new intersections of Arts and Culture with Health & Wellness. We see our work as an essential element in the healing of the communities we serve.