Monday, October 27, 2025
Dansstationen
in
Malmö
About Mackie
Marcus “Mackie” Larsson has spent many years immersing himself in the styles of Hip Hop and House, notably through the dance programs Five Styles and One Style at Åsa Folk High School in Sweden. With an active interest in battles and competitions, he has achieved notable success, including winning the House category at Hip Hop Weekend together with Freddie, as well as Paris Dance Delight with the French dance crew Kaynix Supreme — who later became finalists at Japan Dance Delight.
Mackie is also deeply passionate about pedagogy and teaching, with over 18 years of experience as a dance educator. He has taught extensively across Sweden and internationally, offering workshops and participating in various educational programs at institutions such as Åsa Folk High School, the University of Dance and Circus (DOCH), and Karlstad University, among others.
Marcus has long been fascinated by the presence and connection that arises when dance and music intertwine. His movement expression has been shaped by a variety of philosophies and interests — including capoeira, acrobatics/tricking, movement, skateboarding, slackline, and more. These disciplines influence his teaching and dancing, offering a unique blend of knowledge and understanding of the body’s mechanics.
About Freddie
Fredrika “Freddie” Burvall is a dancer from Stockholm, currently based in the Netherlands. With a wide-ranging passion for dance, music, and movement, she primarily focuses on House culture. From 2016 to 2018, she studied at Åsa Folk High School and has since taught, battled, choreographed, and led creative projects. In 2019, she won the House category at Hip Hop Weekend together with Mackie by Nature, and during this year’s Malmö Dance Week, she is performing with the Swedish crew MAJEKO as part of the ATTITUDES project.
About the Workshop
In this workshop, we will explore the connection between House dance and Capoeira — an Afro-Brazilian tradition that blends martial arts, music, dance, and song. It was created by African slaves in Brazil during the colonial period and carries a history of resistance and cultural resilience.
Capoeira’s influence on House dance can be traced back to the early development of the style in the late 1970s and early 1980s in Chicago and New York. Its acrobatic and athletic qualities, combined with inspiration from traditional African dance, tap, jazz, salsa, and more, contributed to the diverse mix of movement that defines House dance today.
Together, we will explore Capoeira’s influence on House both from a movement and a social perspective.
Open level The workshop are open level which means all levels are welcome. But it will not be suitable for beginners therefore we recommend some dance experience. Not particularly in the same style as the workshop.
The workshops will be held in english.