Atumpan Edutainment creates inclusive, immersive learning experiences through world music, folklore, and dance.

OUR STORY

Atumpan began in 1998 and has evolved through decades of storytelling, arts integration, dance theatre, educational programming, professional learning, cultural experiences, residencies, commissioned work and community engagement.

Performance has always been part of our story—but never the entire story. Behind the music, movement, storytelling, games and audience participation has always been a learning process. Today, Atumpan builds upon those decades of experience to help organizations create meaningful ways for people to learn, communicate, collaborate and connect.

EDUTAINMENT IS OUR METHOD

A PRACTICE BUILT OVER DECADES

Atumpan uses experience as a pathway to learning. Storytelling creates perspective. Music creates connection. Movement reinforces information. Games encourage participation. Dialogue creates understanding.

Our work is anchored in long-standing partnerships with Arts for Learning Virginia, Young Audiences of Virginia, Virginia Commission for the Arts, Jamestown Settlement, Hampton History Museum, Tryon Palace, Roanoke Symphony Orchestra, and regional educational institutions.

This methodology transforms professional development, keynotes, residencies, workshops, museum experiences, community education, and consulting. Initiatives like Wine, Women & Winning demonstrate how our framework extends beyond traditional performance into adult education, networking, interactive games, and community learning.

Dedicated educators, cultural practitioners, and community leaders guiding Atumpan's mission and educational programs.

LaQuita Marie

Dr. Rebecca Richardson

Catina Williams, LCSW

Dudley Colbert

Educator, master storyteller, facilitator and creative director who founded Atumpan in 1998 and has led its development of experiential educational and cultural programming.

Educator with experience in curriculum development, program development, project management and nonprofit/community initiatives.

Licensed Clinical Social Worker and community leader providing behavioral health oversight, educational advocacy, and strategic organizational direction.

Experienced cultural practitioners and education specialists driving residency programs, institutional collaborations, and statewide outreach.