Project Details
B.Freeazy Prod (BFZ) co-produced Festival LA TIMALERIE 2026, a four-day Pan-Caribbean Hip-Hop dance festival in Guadeloupe (22-25 October 2026). It welcomed close to 500 spectators at L'Artchipel, sold out the Sunday Battle at 350 people and reached close to 1 million Instagram views (BFZ-measured). BFZ worked as co-producer alongside LA TIMALERIE, SYNERGI'ARTS and ARLÈNE TACITE.
Client: association LA TIMALERIE
Industry: Hip-Hop dance, live events, Caribbean culture
Event / project: Festival LA TIMALERIE 2026
Date(s) and location: 22-25 October 2026, Guadeloupe (Grande-Terre and Basse-Terre)
Audience / scale:
- Close to 500 spectators at L'Artchipel (Basse-Terre) on 24 October (BFZ-measured)
- 350 people at the sold-out Battle on 25 October, Centre culturel Robert Loyson, Le Moule, 350 places (BFZ-measured)
- 40 participants per workshop on average x 10 workshops over 2 days, about 400 participants in total (BFZ-measured)
BFZ role: co-producer: event production, communication, sponsor management
BFZ team lead: Fabbreezy, World Hip-Hop Dance Champion
Partners: Région Guadeloupe, AMD LOCATION, NRJ Antilles, Cap Excellence, Centre culturel Sonis, Artéma École de Danse, L'Artchipel (Basse-Terre), Centre culturel Robert Loyson (Le Moule), MOZAIK bungalow
Co-producers: LA TIMALERIE, B.Freeazy Prod (BFZ), SYNERGI'ARTS, ARLÈNE TACITE
Deliverables: workshops (Hip-Hop, Rolento, Popping), choreographic evening, Battle (All Styles Hip-Hop and All Styles Amapiano / Dancehall), showcases, communication campaign, partner programme
The Brief
LA TIMALERIE had already co-produced four editions of KAVIBZ with B.Freeazy Prod (BFZ), a show that celebrates Hip-Hop through its African and Caribbean roots and influences. The next idea was to go back to one of those roots, the Caribbean, and celebrate Antillean and Caribbean culture, artists and shows. LA TIMALERIE and BFZ joined forces again, this time with SYNERGI'ARTS and ARLÈNE TACITE. The programme had to work across Grande-Terre and Basse-Terre, from workshops in dance schools and cultural centres to a 499-seat national stage. It also had to run during the school holidays, with demonstrations taking place on the island throughout that period and during the festival.
What B.Freeazy Prod (BFZ) Did
- Co-produced a four-day programme of workshops, a choreographic evening and a Battle, together with LA TIMALERIE, SYNERGI'ARTS and ARLÈNE TACITE.
- Supervised the communication campaign across social channels, alongside an NRJ Antilles radio campaign from 11 to 24 October 2026.
- Secured and managed the partner and sponsor relationships listed above, hand in hand with ARLÈNE TACITE.
- Fielded Fabbreezy, World Hip-Hop Dance Champion, who taught workshops, performed "Wink'" and sat on the Battle jury.
- Drew on 15+ years of worldwide event organisation through Fabbreezy, who also worked on operations: artistic direction, negotiations, on-site incident resolution, and interview preparation and attendance.
Results
- 40 participants per workshop on average x 10 workshops over 2 days, for about 400 participants in total (BFZ-measured)
- Close to 500 spectators at the Saturday evening show at L'Artchipel, 24 October 2026 (BFZ-measured)
- 350 people at the sold-out Sunday Battle, Le Moule, 25 October 2026 (BFZ-measured)
- Close to 1 million Instagram views on festival promotion and festival-period posts (BFZ-measured, Instagram analytics)
- Media coverage:
- 1 article in France-Antilles Guadeloupe (source)
- Canal 10 Guadeloupe, "LET'S GO" live broadcast of 15 October 2026, in two parts (Part 1/2, Part 2/2), plus an Instagram post
- 1 appearance on Guadeloupe la 1ère, in two formats: the evening news (Instagram) and a web article published 29 October 2026 (franceinfo)
- Reposts by artists, influencers, spectators and fans
- Battle winners:
- All Styles Hip-Hop (Jury Connection special): Enzo "Zoon" Dellapina (@sirzoonforyou) and Prince Quellery (@prince_wgbtc)
- All Styles Amapiano / Dancehall: Baby Sasori (@chikit0_)
- The organisers describe the edition as a success beyond expectations, given the context. A second edition is being prepared.
- The organisers plan a one-year training programme for young Guadeloupean dancers, starting after the 2027 edition, with at least two sessions a month (organiser-provided)
In Their Words
"To show the world that Guadeloupe is also part of the origins of Hip-Hop."
Fabbreezy (Fabrice Labrana), World Hip-Hop Dance Champion, President of B.Freeazy Prod (BFZ) and co-organiser of the festival, interviewed by France-Antilles, October 2026
Medias
Canal 10 Guadeloupe, LET'S GO (Part 1/2), live broadcast of 15 October 2026
Canal 10 Guadeloupe, LET'S GO (Part 2/2), live broadcast of 15 October 2026
FAQ
What did BFZ do for Festival LA TIMALERIE 2026?
B.Freeazy Prod (BFZ) co-produced the four-day festival with LA TIMALERIE, SYNERGI'ARTS and ARLÈNE TACITE. BFZ handled event production, supervised communication and managed sponsors with ARLÈNE TACITE. Fabbreezy also taught, performed, judged and worked on operations.
How many people attended and where does the number come from?
About 400 people took part in 10 workshops over two days, averaging 40 per workshop. Close to 500 attended the Saturday show at L'Artchipel and 350 filled the sold-out Sunday Battle in Le Moule. BFZ measured all these figures.
Which Hip-Hop dance styles and formats were featured?
The festival offered Hip-Hop, Rolento and Popping workshops, a choreographic competition for groups of two to five dancers, and a Battle with All Styles Hip-Hop and All Styles Amapiano / Dancehall categories, where Hip-Hop also met gwo ka, the traditional Guadeloupean music and dance. Together they connect Hip-Hop with its Caribbean roots.
How did BFZ work with the local team?
BFZ co-produced with the association LA TIMALERIE and two partners. SYNERGI'ARTS coordinated locally and managed subsidies, ARLÈNE TACITE handled PR and booking, and BFZ worked hand in hand with ARLÈNE TACITE on partners and sponsors while supervising communication.
Can BFZ produce a Hip-Hop dance festival or live event for my brand or institution?
Yes. B.Freeazy Prod (BFZ) produces Hip-Hop dance events, showcases and festivals for brands and institutions. Send BFZ a brief with your dates, location and goals through the contact page, and the team will come back with a proposal.
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- Case Study : Activation for Technics at Paris 2024 Olympics: another large public Hip-Hop activation produced by BFZ.
Sources
- France-Antilles Guadeloupe
- Canal 10, LET'S GO Part 1/2 (YouTube)
- Canal 10, LET'S GO Part 2/2 (YouTube)
- Canal 10 Guadeloupe (Instagram)
- Guadeloupe la 1ère evening news (Instagram)
- Guadeloupe la 1ère, "Stars de la danse, les jumeaux guadeloupéens Les Gamal reviennent partager leur passion au pays", 29 October 2026 (franceinfo)
Ready to Elevate Your Brand?
Planning a Hip-Hop dance festival or live event? We're here to help. Brief B.Freeazy Prod (BFZ) on your dates, location and goals, and the team will come back with a proposal. You can also write to us at sales@bfreeazyprod.com.
