COBA - The Collective of Black Artists


Upcoming Events

Open Auditions at COBA Studios on April 14, 2012 and June 9, 2012

Open Auditions!

COBA is holding open dance auditions on June 9, 2012 for dancers interested in joining the company or apprenticeship training programs for our 20th season.
COBA moving to the Regent Park Arts and Cultural Centre in 2012

New studios in Regent Park

COBA is among the seven arts and social enterprise organizations that will soon call the new Regent Park Arts & Cultural Centre home this summer.
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COBA Dance School
Students of COBA's Children's Dance and Drumming program

Children's Dance and Drumming Program

Our children's dance and drumming program provides children three years and up with a solid foundation in dance forms that range from Traditional West African, Caribbean Folk, Modern/Contemporary, Hip Hop, Ballet (non-syllabus), along with drumming and vocal chanting.
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COBA member Marlene Richardson teaching class

Adult and Teen Open Dance and Drumming Classes

Dance classes open to the curious novice with little or no experience as well as seasoned dance professionals.
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Shelly Ann McLeod - Graduate of the apprenticeship program

Professional Training Apprenticeship Program

An inspiring three-year Professional Training Apprenticeship Program for emerging artists looking for in-depth training in dance.
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COBA: Biography
RICHARD "POPCORN" CUMBERBATCH
Photo of Richard Cumberbatch
Richard "Popcorn" Cumberbatch, born on the sister island of Trinidad, of the twin-isle state of Trinidad and Tobago, has been playing Caribbean Indigenous drums since the age of 11. "Popcorn" has performed throughout Canada and the USA in association with Inner Stage Theatre and Theatre People Company, various dance companies, folk choirs, poets, and cultural organizations. His musical interests do ...
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