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ESTRENOS MUNDIALES E INVITADOS EN LA EXITOSA TEMPORADA ‘AL BORDE DEL MAÑANA’ DE PETER LONDON GLOBAL DANCE COMPANY - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.plgdc.org/blog/kcne5wbjk57bxfn6g7978fp2bmak3g monthly 0.5 2024-01-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/6509fa78-5636-4208-a09a-b3ea8829b47c/Screen+Shot+2024-01-25+at+7.28.10+PM.png Media - PETER LONDON’S INFLUENCE IN DANCE EMERGES IN ‘EDGE OF TOMORROW’ - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.plgdc.org/blog/http/wwwplgdcorg/blog-page-url/2021/1/10/new-post-title-5 monthly 0.5 2022-10-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/443456a4-47a7-441c-be96-27e2ac5506ef/123_1.JPEG Media - MIAMI HERALD ADVERTISEMENT - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.plgdc.org/blog/http/wwwplgdcorg/blog-page-url/2021/1/10/new-post-title-4 monthly 0.5 2022-10-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/c8abc839-0ee9-4a35-a04a-af24cb4407ae/AfriKin-email-10-4022.jpg Media - 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URBAN SERENGETI: A FESTIVE AUCTION, COCKTAILS & DANCE PERFORMANCE - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.plgdc.org/events/w76ay6wad279yrb9k4sd7l9xzwlh4c monthly 0.5 2022-04-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/a1a58fe1-84bd-41fd-8410-52bdca458658/Peter-London-Miami-Beach-Botanical-Gardens-Flyer.jpg A Virtual Libation: Elevating Pro-Black Agency, Expression, and Justice - WINGS & ROSES PERFORMANCE AT MIAMI BEACH BOTANICAL GARDENS - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.plgdc.org/events/j9djwm63tfgrdgfwfwcgcah592jcgr monthly 0.5 2022-03-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/e0183b7c-03bd-46d1-95a4-c752e76e2304/Peter-London-Spring-Dinner-Party-Flyer-v6.jpg A Virtual Libation: Elevating Pro-Black Agency, Expression, and Justice - WOMEN'S CHOREOGRAPHIC VOICES & AN EXOTIC CARIBBEAN SPRING DINNER PARTY - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.plgdc.org/events/embersfireandgold monthly 0.5 2021-09-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1631061734992-JMJS09KNTJ26U9JOBV8R/EMBERS-FIRE-AND-GOLD_Web.jpg A Virtual Libation: Elevating Pro-Black Agency, Expression, and Justice - WORLD PREMIERE OF EMBERS AND FIRE & GOLD - Make it stand out Photographer: Gregory Reed https://www.plgdc.org/events/95jpa7p27l3zeydfbwrwnd2j6gngpf monthly 0.5 2021-07-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1626823745459-W3PNPJECYNQ1I1TV9Z6P/IMG_4605.jpeg A Virtual Libation: Elevating Pro-Black Agency, Expression, and Justice - HOW TO COMMIT TO SUPPORTING CULTURAL & CREATIVE BLACK-OWNED BUSINESS IN SOUTH FLORIDA - NOW! - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.plgdc.org/events/nightstars monthly 0.5 2021-09-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1632699137042-88XUBWNGLNBYRQ0DG05K/MBNS_Web.jpg A Virtual Libation: Elevating Pro-Black Agency, Expression, and Justice - 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GIVE MIAMI DAY - Make it stand out Photographer: Gregory Reed https://www.plgdc.org/events/az2r87sr373bdbr4pfngea4js23ttm monthly 0.5 2021-08-28 https://www.plgdc.org/events/sneakpeek monthly 0.5 2021-09-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1631060133423-GCIQZOWIBI801HT10ELD/TOUCH-and-RAIN-ON-ME_Web-690x310.jpg A Virtual Libation: Elevating Pro-Black Agency, Expression, and Justice - PLGDC SNEAK PEEK OF OUR 11TH ANNUAL ADRIENNE ARSHT SEASON - Make it stand out Photographer: Shameka Seabrook https://www.plgdc.org/events/ts78333ky7xhnswm92hscz8bdb6ex6 monthly 0.5 2021-06-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1623117947661-FX9ZCXO1T3HAOCS066W3/G4R_1181.jpg A Virtual Libation: Elevating Pro-Black Agency, Expression, and Justice - City of Miami Beach presents : Juneteenth Day of Freedom - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.plgdc.org/events/e9ebdfl7xzze9jbfxxcd8s468xfy5x monthly 0.5 2021-06-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1623117521171-5OBX7WQ22ADKQ5D03MV1/Pride.jpg A Virtual Libation: Elevating Pro-Black Agency, Expression, and Justice - Celebration of Caribbean African American Diasporan Community Partnership and Collaborations - Terrence Pride Terrence “TM” Pride is a native of north Florida and a graduate of Florida A&M University in Theatre Performance and Dance. He has choreographed over 60 pieces of work including musicals and dance recitals as well as direct and perform in plays such as Black Nativity, The Wiz, and Blues for an Alabama Sky. From 2017-2019 Mr. Pride served as the director of the dance and theatre magnet at Apalachee Tapestry Magnet School of the Arts where he directed two Disney productions, Beauty and the Beast Jr. and Aladdin Jr. He also began incorporating arts integration lessons to deepen and influence practical learning in K-3rd grade classes. As a teaching artist Mr. Pride has developed curriculum for the classroom teacher for arts integration focusing on S.T.E.M subjects that he teaches through the country at various conferences. Terrencempride.com https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1623116670249-E9M0ELFD6PDZUHK7XI82/HaugabrooksHeadshot.jpg A Virtual Libation: Elevating Pro-Black Agency, Expression, and Justice - Celebration of Caribbean African American Diasporan Community Partnership and Collaborations - Ezra Haugabrooks Ezra Haugabrooks is an American-born conductor and composer of African-American and Jamaican descent. He began playing piano at the age of three and performing piano accompaniment with his father, Charles Haugabrooks, at the age of seven. At age 10, after begging his mother for an instrument, Haugabrooks began to take violin lessons and playing in the school orchestra. He graduated with a Bachelor of Music in viola performance from Andrews University in 2008. He has studied with Igor Fedotov and Nokuthula Ngwenyama, among other notable instructors and is continuing graduate studies at Georgia State University with Tania Maxwell-Clements. Haugabrooks has performed with members of the St Paul Chamber Orchestra, Rachel Barton Pine, and others in private chamber series in Minnesota as well as in numerous private chamber recitals. His participation at these delightful events has been in a variety of roles as a violist, counter-tenor, tenor, conductor, and pianist. Education should have a significant function in a child’s formative years, and the Haugabrooks family consistently provided this support for him. This resulted in connecting a profound personal responsibility to education and robust performances. A passionate pedagogue, Haugabrooks has taught as a viola instructor, general music, substitute teacher in a general classroom, orchestra at all levels, middle school band, elementary and middle school chorus. In 2017, Haugabrooks founded the Ballet and Dance Orchestra. With the intent to perform music for companies, his vision was to offer an alternative for organizations to be able to use live performances of both original and well-beloved orchestral selections, respecting and recognizing the musicianship of local professional artists while still making it accessible to the public. The Ballet and Dance Orchestra, Inc. seeks to be the first of its kind to pursue this vision and perform for major shows. Peter London Dance Company and the Ballet and Dance Orchestra collaborated this past December in an exciting new work called “Black Men Crossing”. Haugabrooks composed and conducted the score with ten company dancers at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts in Miami. In addition to performing and directing the Atlanta University Center Orchestra, Haugabrooks has been re-engaged for three more performances with Peter London in 2020. He is also a board member of the American Viola Society. Outside of the world of music, Haugabrooks is a single father to his beautiful son, Noah Haugabrooks. He enjoys spending free time discovering springs and exploring nature with his son. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1623116736038-K7T5ZLUSTSBPEKD0EY60/Elliott.jpg A Virtual Libation: Elevating Pro-Black Agency, Expression, and Justice - Celebration of Caribbean African American Diasporan Community Partnership and Collaborations - Michael Elliott Michael Elliott was born in Manchester, Jamaica in 1979. He established an early interest in art making while growing up which led him to his art school tenure at The Edna Manley College of the Visual and Performing Arts in Kingston, Jamaica. While at art school from 1998 to 2002, Michael developed his love for painting while re enforcing his interest in photography and realized that the two can go hand in hand as he pursued photorealism as a painting style. Social commentary became the base of Michael’s pieces throughout the years ranging from the political climate in Jamaica, social justice, domestic issues, race, migration and even the covid-19 pandemic. His most popular series to date and the largest body of work is that of the Windrush series which documents the plight of West Indian’s who emigrated to London in 1948 to rebuild the British empire after the second World War. Michael has expanded this into works that speak to slavery and the post emancipation struggles of people of colour. This body of work was coined during a residency in Miami, Florida in 2018 hosted by DVCAI (diaspora Vibe Cultural Art Incubator), an organization which proudly showcases and collaborates with Michael’s range of talents even today. He is also featured in the group show called Inter|Sectionality: Diaspora Art from The Creole City, which had the inaugural opening at the Corcoran Museum in Washington DC and is currently in Miami, Florida at the Moore Building in the Design District featuring 28 artists mainly from the Caribbean Diaspora, based in The USA. (visit www.dvcai.org) Use of video media in the virtual space is a new feature in Michael’s ever expanding creative library. An example of this is his Virtual Windrush Exhibition called ‘The Wind at the Docks’ which was designed and narrated by Michael himself and presented originally on the Kingston Creative platform (go to www.studiomichaelelliott.com to view). Michael has broadly exhibited his work not only in Jamaica but Internationally, mainly in Europe and the USA. His preferred medium in painting is acrylic on canvas and the photography follows suit in its themed interpretations. He has also collaborated with the likes of The Peter London Dance Company in Florida to create artistic backdrops for dance items. He continues to explore other methods and synergies both virtual and physical. Michael lives and works in Jamaica. For more information on his work and career, visit www.studiomichaelelliott.com https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1623116204748-PNHOB873CQHUOQ4E4C8A/Yearwood.jpeg A Virtual Libation: Elevating Pro-Black Agency, Expression, and Justice - Celebration of Caribbean African American Diasporan Community Partnership and Collaborations - John Yearwood An award-winning multi-platform journalist, John Yearwood is POLITICO’s Global News Editor. He also sits on several boards, including the Vienna, Austria-based International Press Institute, where he is the immediate past executive board chair. Mr. Yearwood is a former World Editor of the Miami Herald. Under his leadership, the World Desk won numerous awards, including two McClatchy Company President's Awards and the Arthur Ross Award for best coverage of Latin America. Mr. Yearwood is also a Pulitzer Prize finalist for his coordination of the Herald’s Haiti earthquake coverage. Mr. Yearwood is a regular guest on national and international radio and television news programs. A highly gifted public speaker, Mr. Yearwood has been sought out by many organizations to analyze global trends or moderate major discussions. In 2019, Mr. Yearwood served as honorary chair of the National Association of Black Journalists annual convention, which convened a record 4,100 journalists in Miami. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1623117400306-E2VYLHGL7UFZ5EVHLNN9/Osborne+Headshot.jpg A Virtual Libation: Elevating Pro-Black Agency, Expression, and Justice - Celebration of Caribbean African American Diasporan Community Partnership and Collaborations - Cleve Osborne Cleve Osborne was born in Fyzabad, Trinidad and Tobago. He migrated to Philadelphia, United States where he studied and graduated from St. Joseph College with a BA degree in Sociology. Cleve worked as a business manager and was eventually transferred to Miami, Florida where he continued to be an operations manager. He started his entertainment career during his stay in Philadelphia as a Disc Jockey. He was one of the only two Trinidad and Tobago born DJ's to play the Philadelphia circuit. Cleve expressed his love for entertainment and for his cultural heritage by playing the steel drums in the South Florida area. As a career move however, he used these experiences to enter the field of radio, television and film production. To this end, Cleve pursued a degree in radio, television and film production. After studying he became a teacher with the Miami-Dade County Public Schools where he taught television production, broadcasting, journalism, video and film production for twenty-four years. Cleve has over 30 years experience hosting radio programs. He hosted his program for 25 years on WAVS 1170 AM and a short stint on WACK Radio, Trinidad. He is no stranger to the South Florida, Caribbean community, having hosted programs on several radio stations. Currently Cleve has joined with a few of his peers to develop the CANE (Caribbean American News and Entertainment) internet radio station. To listen to CANE Radio visit: www.caneradio.com Contact: 954-243-7748 Email Address: cleveos345@comcas.net https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1623369595210-0RXABZMOLRVHW524S0OH/Gilliam-161+finalcopy.jpg A Virtual Libation: Elevating Pro-Black Agency, Expression, and Justice - Celebration of Caribbean African American Diasporan Community Partnership and Collaborations - Gillian Smart Born in San Fernando, Trinidad W.I. Gillian is President of TheSmartGroup Corp. and Founder of Caribbean American News & Entertainment Television – CANEtv online at www.CANEtv.net. The company was founded in 2014 as a spin off from TeleIbo, a Haitian content broadcasting television network which aired on HDTV Local 24 on Comcast. In addition to television, Gillian co-host on with Caribbean Riddims radio show 37yrs running “Three @ 3 with Eddy, Cleve & Gillian,” which airs on recently the launched www.caneradio.com. She has a featured segment on the show entitled “Mind Yuh Business” which focuses on promoting personal development, business development & leisure while highlighting the individuals & companies that are trendsetters in these areas. She also hosts a show with her son James Underwood “Drivetime with Gillian & James” & “Community Drivetime” on SupaJamz Radio 103.7fm, 99.5 HD2 covering all of Palm Beach & St. Lucie. Gillian is a veteran educator 23 years with Palm Beach County Schools, and has dedicated much of her extra curricular activities to working with community-based organizations, who’s mission is to promote the upliftment of children and the Caribbean culture. She holds Masters Degree In Education Leadership from Lynn University, a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from York College CUNY, and is National Board Certified in Business Career & Technical Education. Prior to moving to Florida she was an entrepreneur in the NYC area as an Owner/Manager of Taste of The Tropics ice cream parlor franchise and Caribbean Sodas an independent beverage distribution company. For the past 15 years Gillian has worked with Miami-Broward Carnival Junior and Adults as an MC for the Mas competition in various other capacities. Miami-Broward Carnival is a Caribbean festival, which has been in existence for the past 33 years and attracts attendees in the thousands from around the world. Today, Gillian’s main focus is to build CANEtv/ CANE Media Group, which produces and broadcast original content appealing to the Caribbean & American markets. She is also committed to developing a media presence in the South Florida market working toward becoming a premier content production outlet with a voice for the Caribbean & American Communities. In her spare time she volunteers with CARE (Caribbean Educators Association) a philanthropic organization dedicated to raising scholarship funds for graduating high school seniors of Caribbean descent. Also, Trinidad & Tobago Independence Ball Committee who focus is to highlight and connect Trinbagonians in the diaspora. According to Gillian, her greatest achievement are her 3 children, Maya (Miss North Palm Beach 2020), James her Co-Host on Drivetime, and Kayla her part time AV engineer and Social Media Manager. The Mantras by which she lives: THINGS in life are not important. What’s important are the spiritual relationships we foster as we travel through time and space….. Success is determined by how well you handle difficult situations…. I can do all things through Christ Jesus Who strengthens me…. Gillian Smart https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1623117311158-92ZTIGQDH6Q8ZX3R8MWO/Jeune.jpg A Virtual Libation: Elevating Pro-Black Agency, Expression, and Justice - Celebration of Caribbean African American Diasporan Community Partnership and Collaborations - Vitolio Jeune Vitolio began his dance training in his native country Haiti. He studied a variety of dance techniques prior to moving to Miami Florida to further his dance education at New World School of the Arts, where he graduated with an Associate in Arts and Bachelor of Fine Arts; in partnership with University of Florida and Miami Dade College. Soon after graduation Vitolio was selected as one of the top 20 dancers for the popular televised show, So You Think You Can Dance (Season 5). He finished the show as one of the top 14 dancers. Vitolio joined Garth Fagan Dance in 2009 as a soloist and quickly became one of the stars of Garth Fagan Dance. Vitolio has been with Garth Fagan Dance for 13 years. He is a master of the Fagan technique, and teaches company classes and master classes. As a master teacher, Vitolio has taught at The Ailey School, University of Rochester, Miami Dade College, New World School of the Arts, Rochester Childfirst Network, School of the Arts and S.C. Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1623116543472-LWONCMRJSY38FDKVI3AI/Belle.jpg A Virtual Libation: Elevating Pro-Black Agency, Expression, and Justice - Celebration of Caribbean African American Diasporan Community Partnership and Collaborations - Yvette Belle The fifth of seven siblings, Yvette Annette Belle was born in Rio Claro, Trinidad, West Indies. She received her elementary education at the Rio Claro Presbyterian School and her high school education at St. Stephen’s College in Princes Town, Trinidad. On completing High School, Yvette was accepted to and completed the Pharmacy Certificate Program at the University of the West Indies also in Trinidad. Yvette has been involved in the Healthcare industry since 1968. It was, therefore, no surprise that on migrating to the United States of America in 1976 she continued her Pharmacy education by attending the Arnold and Marie Schwartz School of Pharmacy, Long Island University in Brooklyn, New York. There she completed a B. Sc. In Pharmacy. In May of 1984, she relocated to South Florida and has been a resident of Lauderhill since 1993. She has served the South Florida community in both retail and hospital pharmacy. Her employers included Gray’s Drug; Cedars Medical Center, Jackson Memorial Hospital, North Broward Medical Center’ Caremark Prescription Services; and Memorial Regional Hospital from where she retired four years ago. As a clinical oncology pharmacist, Yvette’s expertise allowed her to serve on the following professional committees: Nursing Cancer Care; Multidisciplinary Interview Committee for the Joint Commission on Accreditation for Hospital Oganizations; and the Investigational Drug Review Board at some of the institutions where she was employed. An insightful and philanthropic individual who is very proud of her Trinidad and Tobago heritage, Yvette founded the Trinidad & Tobago Independence Ball Committee, Inc. – a charitable organization (dba Trinidad & Tobago IBC., Inc.) in 2003 and served as President from its inception until 2017. Through this medium, she seized opportunity to be a catalyst in the South Florida Caribbean community and in South Florida as a whole. During her tenure as President, the organization produced its Annual Independence Ball on the 3rd Saturday in August. Beneficiaries of this annual event included the Caribbean Student Fund at Florida Memorial University, and the Cyril Ross Nursery in Tunapuna, Trinidad – a home for children with HIV/AIDS. Of important note, the Cyril Ross Nursery was also the proud recipient of financial gifts she received for her 50th birthday, and she continued to make personal contributions to this institution. Under the umbrella of Trinidad and Tobago IBC., Inc., her other charitable involvement included Hurricane Relief for Dominica and other islands affected by Hurricane Maria; in conjunction with the Wall of Fire Church in Miami supplied Thanksgiving meals for the homeless; and assisted victims affected by floods in Trinidad and Tobago, to name a few. She continues to serve on the Board of Trinidad & Tobago IBC., Inc. as well as charitably support various organizations through her personal contributions. Yvette has a passion for sewing; loves dancing and is very creative. https://www.plgdc.org/events/bstp48nbrtrp3nztp6kl7mzx7wetk8 monthly 0.5 2021-04-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1619166578488-QDBVIM0I9UFWNDW42541/You%27re+Invited_+TPS+x+Miami+Zoom+Gathering+%282%29.jpg A Virtual Libation: Elevating Pro-Black Agency, Expression, and Justice - The Peace Studio and Voices of Hope https://www.plgdc.org/events/http/wwwplgdcorg/blog-page-url/2021/1/10/new-post-title-4 monthly 0.5 2021-04-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1618909903873-T33X2PSS6JE1LIGER57N/HaugabrooksHeadshot.jpg A Virtual Libation: Elevating Pro-Black Agency, Expression, and Justice - The ART of a Realist: DANCING AND CREATING THROUGH COVID-19 AND BEYOND https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1619525104600-S2CP9CCUXJVDLA1S6DPW/Art+of+a+Realist+Flyer.jpg A Virtual Libation: Elevating Pro-Black Agency, Expression, and Justice - The ART of a Realist: DANCING AND CREATING THROUGH COVID-19 AND BEYOND https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1618910527800-W5Z9QPXX1C4B08AWPQSO/Lopez+Headshot.jpeg A Virtual Libation: Elevating Pro-Black Agency, Expression, and Justice - The ART of a Realist: DANCING AND CREATING THROUGH COVID-19 AND BEYOND https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1618912252336-2CUSSD7OXQJ5HW33GB4R/Koorneef+Headshot.jpg A Virtual Libation: Elevating Pro-Black Agency, Expression, and Justice - The ART of a Realist: DANCING AND CREATING THROUGH COVID-19 AND BEYOND https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1618910465132-8EWVJ0GQVSOE6PLGC1WQ/Darbonne+Headshot.jpeg A Virtual Libation: Elevating Pro-Black Agency, Expression, and Justice - The ART of a Realist: DANCING AND CREATING THROUGH COVID-19 AND BEYOND https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1618910131818-EY0935UFJ423HJUZ7G5L/Cobb+Headshot.jpg A Virtual Libation: Elevating Pro-Black Agency, Expression, and Justice - The ART of a Realist: DANCING AND CREATING THROUGH COVID-19 AND BEYOND https://www.plgdc.org/events/http/wwwplgdcorg/blog-page-url/2021/1/10/new-post-title-3 monthly 0.5 2021-07-20 https://www.plgdc.org/events/http/wwwplgdcorg/blog-page-url/2021/1/10/new-post-title-5 monthly 0.5 2021-07-20 https://www.plgdc.org/events/http/wwwplgdcorg/blog-page-url/2021/1/10/new-post-title-2 monthly 0.5 2021-03-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1616109602817-KCRVW2ZDNWA526494Q98/Antonia+Williams-Gary.jpg A Virtual Libation: Elevating Pro-Black Agency, Expression, and Justice - WOMEN EMPOWERMENT: RISING ABOVE RESISTANCE - Antonia Williams-Gary Antonia is an accomplished columnist, entrepreneur, and now, author. Antonia’s latest project, her Memoir titled ‘Reclaimed,’ tells the true story of how she behaved harmfully to herself in reaction to sustained emotional abuse. Through several direct accounts of her past, Antonia helps readers understand the look of emotional abuse, the effects it can have on an individual, and her journey of towards strength and healing. Antonia has a rich scholarly background and is the recipient of several degrees including: Non-Profit Executive Management Graduate Certificate, Columbia University; Master of City and Regional Planning, Rutgers University; Bachelor of Arts (Psychology), Marymount College. Antonia’s professional achievements include: Executive Director of several non-profit organizations throughout South Florida; Associate Dean, Miami-Dade College, Entrepreneurial Education Center; publisher of ICABA, a directory of accomplished Blacks in South Florida; opinion columnist (South Florida Times); and owner/operator of several businesses, including her own consulting business. In 1991, she was recognized as the National Minority Business Advocate of the Year by the US Minority Business Development Agency, in Washington, D.C. Most recently, in 2004, Antonia was inducted into her High School Hall of Fame at its inaugural; the first student to be honored. Antonia enjoys serving in leadership positions on community service boards. Some of her past and current roles include The Links, Inc., Greater Miami Chapter and the Trinity Chapter; The Miami Junior League; as a Trustee, Perez Art Museum Miami; The Orange Bowl Committee; Board of Directors, The Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau; and The 24 Hour Club Board of Directors Antonia moved to Dallas, Texas in 2014 to complete her Memoir. She has also started a new venture sharing her lifestyle of out-loud living as the Top Tweenior ®, Antonia’s hobbies include collecting fine art, fitness training/yoga, reading, contract bridge and entertaining. As a grandmother of seven, Antonia celebrates a full life and is proud to make Reclaimed a pivotal part of her legacy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1616109228611-36U8U10UM5A6SR7A1EIJ/IMG-1827-2.jpg A Virtual Libation: Elevating Pro-Black Agency, Expression, and Justice - WOMEN EMPOWERMENT: RISING ABOVE RESISTANCE - Denise Weisberg Denise Courshon’s career spans four decades. For the first twenty years, Ms. Courshon performed public relations and marketing services for several international fashion houses and other major high-end retailers in the fashion and beauty industries. The second half of her career, focused on professional fundraising for two significant South Florida performing arts organizations: Miami City Ballet and Florida Grand Opera. Today, Denise Courshon is President and CEO of Denise Courshon Consulting in Miami-Dade, Florida. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1616149504159-X2P9Z8F37U65PR0MN35J/PLGDC+Final+Flyer+2.png A Virtual Libation: Elevating Pro-Black Agency, Expression, and Justice - WOMEN EMPOWERMENT: RISING ABOVE RESISTANCE https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1616109741196-7KKQOW4O0K356F70K4X4/Brooke+Logan+Headshot.pdf.png A Virtual Libation: Elevating Pro-Black Agency, Expression, and Justice - WOMEN EMPOWERMENT: RISING ABOVE RESISTANCE - Brooke Logan Marion-Skye Brooke Logan is currently an educator, performer, and rehearsal director/assistant to the Dance world. As a native to Miami, FL, Brooke grew up dancing at the Dance Empire of Miami where she studied jazz and hip hop under Angel Fraser-Logan and Tawanna Hall-Charlton. As a former graduate of New World School of the Arts College, Ms. Logan holds a BFA in Dance and has learned various repertoires such as works from, Peter London, Robert Battle, Paul Taylor, and Ohad Naharin. Along with those repertoires came learning ballet techniques, and traditional modern techniques such as, Graham and Horton. While obtaining her BFA in Dance, Ms. Logan became fascinated with learning more about technique, improvisation, and relaxation. During her college summers she traveled to San Francisco, New York, and Israel on several occasions to study Gaga (Naharin), Ballet (Rhatigan) and more at the San Francisco Conservatory of Dance and The Batsheva Studios. Ms.Logan was also accepted to the Jacobs Pillow program which was a one time in American History “Gaga” oriented study. Ms. Logan has assisted Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s house choreographer Jamar Roberts on his first creations. These commissions have included Alvin Ailey and Juilliard. Ms. Logan has danced with Peter London Global Dance Company since 2019 where she was given the opportunity to perform with Dance Theater of Harlem and perform at the Perez Art Museum for the women of the United Nations. Ms. Logan has received recognition from Dance Magazine on her first solo with PLGDC "Eomeoni" 2019. In 2020, Ms. Logan has taken the position as Dance Director at Doral Academy Preparatory School for middle and highschool dance as well as a coach for the Rubies Dance Team. Most recently, Logan has been selected to premiere her film “Mortal Stain” at the 2020-2021 Miami Screen Dance Festival! Logan dreams of using videography and social media to reach the community of Miami. Marion-Skye’s favorite passion hobby is to use dance films to share stories and lessons with her community from love, to human rights. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1616149468251-1ZWP0O4FJSTK5S25CT6M/PLGDC+WHM+Flyer.jpg A Virtual Libation: Elevating Pro-Black Agency, Expression, and Justice - WOMEN EMPOWERMENT: RISING ABOVE RESISTANCE https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1616109169800-BM1UGLXTWUINM6MNTJZY/Holifield_Marilyn_300+%281%29+%282%29.jpg A Virtual Libation: Elevating Pro-Black Agency, Expression, and Justice - WOMEN EMPOWERMENT: RISING ABOVE RESISTANCE - Marilyn Holifield Marilyn Holifield, Esq. obtained a Juris Doctorate from Harvard Law School, her Bachelor of Arts in economics and a Concentration in Black Studies from Swarthmore College. She is a senior partner in Holland & Knight LLP, an international law firm that traces its Florida history to the 1890s. She joined Holland & Knight in 1981 and named a partner in the firm in 1986 – becoming the first black woman partner of a major law firm in Florida. Ms. Holifield serves on the Executive Committees of the Harvard Board of Overseers and Swarthmore College Board of Managers; and Board of Trustees of the University of Miami. She has received numerous awards for civic and professional contributions. She is a co-founder of the planned Miami Museum of Contemporary Art of the African Diaspora, Miami MoCAAD. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1616109641817-BTCQQXWFIA6E4YTQJ857/Sharron+Lynn.jpg A Virtual Libation: Elevating Pro-Black Agency, Expression, and Justice - WOMEN EMPOWERMENT: RISING ABOVE RESISTANCE - Sharron Lynn Sharron Lynn is a proud native of Miami, FL, and high school graduate of New World School of the Arts where she trained in all forms of dance. During her time at New World, she received a number of scholarships to attend the Alvin Ailey summer intensive and was eventually asked to join the 2nd company, Ailey II. She then went on to attend Florida State University and finished with two Bachelor’s degrees, one in Applied Economics and the other in Interdisciplinary Social Science. Realizing her talents, abilities, and artistic appetite encompassed the world of dance and more, she went on to study acting at the Neighborhood Playhouse School of Theatre under James Brill. She has worked in Film and Television on projects such as HBO's Lovecraft Country, Genius: Aretha, Vinyl, the Netflix Original Series The Get Down, and Scary Movie 5 and has also played the role of Cinderella at Lincoln Center in the Little Orchestra Society's production of Cinderella. She had the pleasure of touring the US and Canada with Disney’s The Lion King and was most recently performing with the Broadway company. Sharron continues to work extensively as an artist and wellness entrepreneur providing tons of wellness resources via her company, Breathe Flow Be. 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His dedication and passion for dance led him to the New World School of the Arts, where he pursued a BFA in Dance. During his studies, he honed his skills in diverse techniques, including Horton, Graham, Taylor, Jazz, and Classical Ballet. Currently, Carlos is in his second year performing with the Peter London Global Dance Company and Zest Collective, while actively freelancing in Miami's vibrant dance community. Over the past two years, his talent and versatility have made him a sought-after artist, enabling him to work with prominent figures like Bali Boi, Mikey Woodz, Jowell y Randy, Jamar Roberts, and Robert Battle. He has also performed in celebrated works by celebrated choreographers. Deeply grateful for his journey thus far, Mr. Realegeno looks forward to continuing his artistic evolution with the Peter London Global Dance Company. Each performance reignites his excitement and fuels his commitment to sharing his passion for dance with the world. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/8e72a2b4-94da-42db-91de-03d67895d631/Layla+Layne.jpg Dancers - Layla Layne Born and raised in Miami, Florida, Layla Layne is a dancer, student, and soon to be arts educator. She started dancing at the age of 4 years old with the Edwin Holland School of Dance, which later became Next Generation Dance Academy. There she trained in techniques of ballet, jazz, tap and hip hop. In the summers of 2014 and 2015 she attended Ailey Camp Miami at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts. After taking a 5 year break from dancing, Layla went to Tallahassee to begin performing with Florida A&M University’s Mahogany Dance Theatre, under the leadership of Shepiro Hardemon, Neshae Williams, and Chandler Stewart. Layla is currently back in Miami, embarking on a new journey, performing with the Peter London Global Dance Company and planning to further her education. Pursuing a BFA in Dance at New World School of the Arts this upcoming fall. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/73b7c13d-711a-4b5e-8cf5-f7e08127a972/image-asset.jpg Dancers - Maria Burt A Miami native, Maria Burt began her training at Armour Dance Theatre and attended New World School of the Arts College where she has performed repertoire by Robert Battle, Ohad Naharin, Mark Morris and Paul Taylor. She also had the opportunity to work closely with Eduardo Villaro in the production of the work "Chance of Thunder". In the summer of 2018, Maria attended the San Francisco Conservatory of Dance summer intensive where she learned choreography from Christian Burns and Alex Ketley. Currently, she is working with Adele Myers and Dancers, Peter London Global Dance Company, National Water Dance Project with Dale Andree and Syncopate Collective. She has performed with Rosie Herrera Dance Theatre in their recent production, “Devotion”. Maria has earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance from the University of Florida/New World School of the Arts with the graduating class of 2020. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/b746733f-7b41-4905-ace6-d4f7bebbce3a/DSC08850+%281%29+copy.jpg Dancers - Herne Jean-Baptiste Herne Jean-Baptiste is a New York City-based artist from Miami, Florida. He was inspired in sixth grade to dance under the direction of the Ailey Camp Miami summer program for two years. For six years, he trained at RickyDanco on a full scholarship. He later attended the New World School of the Arts while participating at Thomas Armour Youth Ballet Conservatory. He also attended the Dance Theatre of Harlem for two summers on scholarship. He then continued his higher education at New York University Tisch School of the Arts, pursuing a B.F.A. in Dance, where he graduated in Spring 2022 on full scholarship. He is a former apprentice dancer at PonyBox Dance Company, performed with Amahl Opera production and is currently with Jamal Jackson Dance Company. Herne is beyond excited to be a guest artist at Peter London Global Dance Company. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1bd1e8f3-3c82-4461-b9ec-922b0eb4eeb3/94EECED3-F698-4F10-B551-0E8180A13C3E%2B%25281%2529.jpg Dancers - Alexander Campbell Alexander Campbell was born and raised in Miami, FL. Growing up, he explored his talents in the arts through painting, drawing, and poetry. Alexander began dancing at the age of 17, and after graduating from New World School of the Arts College with a BFA in dance, he became a member of the Peter London Global Dance company. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/7f6cd748-7d9a-4f6b-aa63-1d032330e612/DSCF7197_low.jpg Dancers - Jeona Pinnock Jeona Pinnock, Commercial and concert background. Formerly trained at Dance Empire of Miami with Angel Fraser Logan and Jamar Roberts. Currently, a junior at New World School of the Arts College/UF. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1599110938265-1SEFQYR7BPDJILZ48CBO/TP-672.jpg Dancers - Terrence Pride Terrence “TM” Pride is a native of north Florida and a graduate of Florida A&M University in Theatre Performance and Dance. He has choreographed over 60 pieces of work including musicals and dance recitals as well as direct and perform in plays such as Black Nativity, The Wiz, and Blues for an Alabama Sky. From 2017-2019 Mr. Pride served as the director of the dance and theatre magnet at Apalachee Tapestry Magnet School of the Arts where he directed two Disney productions, Beauty and the Beast Jr. and Aladdin Jr. He also began incorporating arts integration lessons to deepen and influence practical learning in K-3rd grade classes. As a teaching artist Mr. Pride has developed curriculum for the classroom teacher for arts integration focusing on S.T.E.M subjects that he teaches through the country at various conferences. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/96052d86-8e45-4db9-aa0b-89af5327f491/image_6483441.jpg Dancers - Wesley Wray Wesley Wray is a Junior BFA Musical Theatre student at the University of Michigan, originally from Miami, Florida. He has been a member of Peter London Global Dance Company since the age of 15, where he trains under the mentorship of Peter London. In the summer of 2023, Wesley broadened his training at the Ailey School in New York, specializing in Martha Graham technique, Horton, and Ballet. He is now preparing for his Broadway debut as Young Ibrahim Ferrer in the original production of Buena Vista Social Club. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/991fb131-417a-4b7b-8114-3e553d1eb4b8/Headshot.jpg Dancers - Suzannah Koornneef Suzannah Laine Koornneef is a South Florida native and a graduate from New World School of the Arts. Ms. Koornneef graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts, which is a four year degree program through the University of Florida. She started dancing at the age of five and has trained in Cecchetti Ballet. Additionally, Ms. Koornneef trained in Horton, Graham, and Taylor styles of modern, tap, and jazz. She received a scholarship to attend NWSA and had the opportunity to perform renowned works by Gerard Ebitz, Peter London, Lara Murphy, Edwardo Vilaro, and Paul Taylor. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/ef2526e5-0789-4e89-a61b-9c067e437744/DSC08830-Edit-2-Edit.jpg Dancers - Ryan Charles-Marc Ryan Charles-Marc is a Haitian-American dancer and choreographer born in Miami and raised in Haiti. He began his journey at Diamonds Minds a private school located in Miami Gardens at the age of 11 and is now enrolled at New World School of the Arts in addition to dancing with Peter London Global Dance Company. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/b8e4779e-5bde-4406-b7b9-13f9a221b560/Camilo-Toro.jpg Dancers - Camilo Toro Camilo Toro is a Chilean dancer, choreographer, and professional dancer who incorporates techniques and styles from different cultures. He uses both classical and modern techniques. Toro creates through fusions and mixing with contemporary art. He incorporates tap dance, jazz, and popular rhythms of African and Latin origin, such as hip-hop, dancehall, afro, salsa, and others. Currently in Miami, since 2023 as a teacher in different studios, Toro performs with Peter London Global Dance Company. He participated in various live performances, tours, television, and music video recordings with different popular artists, agencies, and entertainment companies independently. Bailarín, coreógrafo y profesor chileno versatilidad de lenguajes corporales Incorpora técnicas y estilos de diferentes culturas. Usa Técnicas tanto clásicas como modernas. Crea mediante las fusiones y contemporáneas. Incorpora tap dance, jazz, ritmos populares de origen africano y latinos, como hiphop, dancehall, afro, salsa y otros. Actualmente Miami desde el 2023 como profesor en diferentes estudios, interpreta en la compañía de Peter London global dance company. Participa de diferentes performance en vivo, tours, televisión y grabaciones de videos musicales con diferentes artistas populares, agencias o compañías de entretenimiento independientemente. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/c924a119-d2c0-4c43-a41b-e0062590dfbc/Cobb+Headshot.jpg Dancers - Leon Cobb Leon A. Cobb, raised in Ft. Lauderdale, FL, began his dance training at the age of 17, at the Ailey School, Martha Graham school and Alonzo King LINES Ballet summer intensive as a scholarship fellowship student and New World School of the Arts/Univeristy of Florida BFA degree graduate class of 2015. He has since then worked as a group leader for the Ailey Camp and Camp Broadway Miami and has taught for Teens at Graham and EMIA summer intensive. Professionally danced with Joseé Garrant, Limón, MOMIX contemporary dance, Dance Theatre of Harlem, Graham 2, Martha Graham contemporary dance companies and most recent appearances are in feature length documentary film “Uprooted: The Journey of Jazz Dance” and featured dancer as role “LEGBA” in Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. “David Makes Man” Season 2 on OWN. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/407f98ad-4040-431a-8671-ef9d0a35e328/Image-Placement3.jpg Dancers - Alexis Blackshere Alexis Blackshere is a performer and dancer born and raised in Miami, Florida. She began her studies at Next Generation Dance Academy, where she learned the techniques of ballet, modern, and jazz. Alexis Blackshere went on to train further at the New World School of the Arts, where she performed in “Boxed” by Robert Battle. In 2016 she attended the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Summer Intensive, where she studied modern and African dance. To further her career, she is now pursuing her BFA in Dance at the University of the Arts in Philadelphia under the direction of Donna Faye Burchfield. Alexis is focused on becoming a professional dance instructor. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/b2636ca7-3921-4385-b873-92bd5079882f/_LakeriaRobinson_+-+LakeriaRobinsonPhoto.jpg Dancers - Lakeria Robinson Lakeria Robinson, born and raised in Miami, Florida, is a BFA graduate student from New World School of the Arts College, where she studied under Peter London’s tutelage. She is trained in ballet, modern, Jazz and Afro dance techniques. Lakeria is an alumni of the School at Jacob’s Pillow Dunham Legacy and Afro Latin intensives. Having been a part of programs like Archcore40 and the Overtown Youth Center, she is also well versed in commercial styles like Hip Hop, Jazz Funk and Musical Theater. Lakeria has had the opportunity to perform works by Tina Santos, Robert Battle, Ronald K. Brown, Darshan Singh Bhuller, and several others who influence her creative process today. Lakeria is eager to be a part of Peter London Global Dance Company’s Production of Edge of Tomorrow. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/ecf1bfbc-edd3-483d-be4e-ce1d489e7913/KAYIN+KNIGHTON.jpg Dancers - Kayin Knighton Kayin Knighton is a devoted creative who finds joy in helping others express their emotions through movement. With experience in various dance styles, she hopes to inspire and cultivate an environment that encourages personal exploration and creativity through arts. Ms.Kay is passionate about discovering the freedom and joy that dance can bring to life while supporting fellow artists on their journeys. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/098cbdb2-6294-4c45-b53f-adf3aa60e0b6/SF+Headshot.jpg Dancers - Stephanie Franco Stephanie Franco is a Cuban American choreographer, teacher, and movement artist rooted in Miami, Florida. Under the cohesive training of John Culbertson and Cookie Ramos, she deepened her journey at Dance Attack Miami. From 2017-2020, Stephanie lived in Los Angeles training under the direction of Erica Sobol and Lobos Art Collective, in deep process with artists such as Medhi Walerski, Tilman O'Donnell, Jermaine Spivey, and Adi Salant. She has embarked on projects with Mia Michaels, Hattie Mae Williams, Valeria Valleto, Frankie Zulferino, Live Arts Miami, Breakthrough Miami, Tawanna Hall, and Urban Bush Women, and has performed works by Rena Butler & Jamar Roberts to name some. Since returning to Miami in 2021, Stephanie became a member of NWD Projects under Dale Andree, and was an artist in residency for Pioneer Winter's Grass Stains '22 & ‘24 and Adele Myers and Dancers' Miami DanceMakers '22, while also furthering her research with mentor Michelle-Grant Murray and Jubilation Dance Ensemble. She also is researching Hip Hop and Street Dance as a '23 cohort of Rennie Harris University. She is currently a member and the Director of Community Engagement for Syncopate Collective, Miami's new multidisciplinary company and is on her second season dancing with The Peter London Global Dance Company. Stephanie continues to teach primarily at Dance Attack Miami and Dance Empire of Miami, and is honored to be guest faculty at the prestigious Steps on Broadway and Broadway Dance Center in NYC as a catalyst for raw embodiment and movement exploration. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/f5d1c381-4e50-46f8-b7c3-1bd5dfda8736/image1.jpg Dancers - Isabelle Vazquez Isabelle Vazquez trained in classical dance, such as ballet and modern, for 21 years and received her bachelor in fine arts at New World School of the Arts. She has performed work by Robert Battle, Paul Taylor, Ohad Naharin, and many others. Isabelle has been with the Peter London Global Dance Company since 2022 and is currently still training to further her career in dance. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/cd84eff9-907d-4039-aeb7-fbaed66abbc6/C8FECAD2-AAFF-4E80-9274-6BAF9740B21A.jpg Dancers - Jerome Hawkins Jerome is a dynamic dancer specializing in modern, contemporary, and jazz styles. He trained at the Krop Dance Magnet Program, Ricky Danco School of Dance, and Mohogany Dance Theater, and is currently in his second year with the Peter London Global Dance Company. Jerome collaborates with renowned artists like Sevyn Streeter and Todrick Hall while teaching both elementary students and young dancers at Ricky Danco. Dance not only fuels his creativity but also inspires confidence, teamwork, and a deep connection to his community. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/3cba9a74-14ce-475f-9314-65da5bf1f278/image0.jpg Dancers - Clint Harris Clint T. Harris is from Miami, FL where he currently dances with Peter London Global Dance Company. Harris has also performed in works choreographed by Mammie Green, Mike Tyus, Jamar Roberts, Adele Myers and Justin Rapaport on stages throughout South Florida including the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, Broward Center for the Performing Arts, Miami Beach Bandshell, African American Cultural Arts Center, Super Blue, Miami Everglades and internationally in Trinidad and Martinique. Most recently Clinton was awarded A mini-grant from The MAP foundation, while also being selected as a 2024 Miami Dance Maker where he premiered his original work “i see red people”. In 2020, Harris was selected for "Grass Stains," a site-specific dance project directed by Pioneer Winter Collective. In 2015, he was a featured in the Lifetime TV Network docuseries "Step! Up," which captured the lives of inner-city youth and their unwavering passion for dance. Harris has taught dance at BBHarts Performing Arts, XpressitDance Center, Dance Center of Florida, and the Diamond Mind Leadership Academy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/2ae6ec5f-0415-4818-a41d-a5ba2c715292/image1.jpg Dancers - Mar’kayla Michel Mar’kayla Michel, a professional dancer and teacher born and raised here in Miami, Florida, a woman of Haitian and Bahamian descent. Mar’kayla’s dance training began at the age of 10 at Rainbow Park Elementary School in the dance magnet program and she’s trained at various performing arts schools here in Dade county. She later went on to join RickyDanco, whose founder is Miami's very own Ricky Dume, where she then trained in styles like modern, jazz, hip hop, contemporary, and ballet. Since graduating from the company she has continued to train in more commercial styles like heels and ballroom. In the midst of her college career she met Mr. London who then asked her to join his company at the start of the 2024 summer season. Mar’kayla hopes to continue dancing with the company in the coming years as well as finishing college and getting her BFA in Dance. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/3511440f-43d2-43db-8d0f-88237cb73bdb/Screenshot+2021-08-09+at+11.35.34+PM.jpg Dancers - Jesus Sandoval Jesus Sandoval was born in Barranquilla, Colombia and was raised in Miami, FL, where he found his passion for dance at the age of 14. He trained in Ballet, Hip Hop, and Contemporary dance while attending high school and went on to graduate from New World School of Arts College with a BFA in Dance. He has learned choreographic and performed works by Robert Battle, Eduardo Vilaro, Jennifer Archibald and others. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/9b984096-96b3-4475-8708-5764d7ded458/Ethan-Telfort.jpg Dancers - Ethan Telfort Born and raised in Miami, Florida, Ethan Telfort’s journey in performing arts began with musical theatre soon after blossoming into a love of dance. Ethan has been with PLGDC since for the past two years, he has graced stages from the Miami Beach Botanical Gardens, to the Sanctuary of the Arts of Coral Gables, and the Adrienne Arsht Center. His talent has taken him internationally, with tours to Martinique and Trinidad and Tobago’s Queen’s Hall. Featured in music videos, TV, and live performances, his credits include Enrique Iglesias’ “Chasing the Sun,” the 2018 Florida Orange Bowl with Flo-Rida, and “The First Wives Club” on BET. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/5de7ea29-6763-4164-998b-4c97f334f901/Yanil+Pabon.jpg Dancers - Yanil Pabón Yanil A. Pabón was born in San Juan, Puerto Rico. She has performed with renowned companies including Graham II, Ballet Hispanico, and Nimbus2. Currently, Pabón is pursuing a BFA in Dance at the New World School of the Arts and she is honored to be part of PLGDC’s vision and to contribute to Miami’s vibrant arts community. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/081145fb-bb88-4427-a501-0743def74c06/Dance+shot+3.jpg Dancers - Jade McCartney Jade Scott McCartney is a graduate of New World School of the Arts BFA Program in Dance. Throughout her academic career she had the opportunity to perform works by such masters as Merce Cunningham, Alwin Nikolais, José Limón, Paul Taylor, Robert Battle, Mark Morris, Jon Lehrer, Derrick Minter, and John Parks. In 2019 Ms. McCartney was selected to perform in the Merce Cunningham Centennial Celebration at the 92Y Harkness Center. Ms. McCartney has presented her choreographic works at South Miami Dade Cultural Arts Center, Valencia College, Perez Art Museum, Revolution Live, and the Faena Theater. Additionally, she stays engaged in the community as a Barre Fitness Certificated instructor, modeling coach, visual artist, and vessel of musical arrangements as DJ MANIA. Currently, she is a performer with the Peter London Global Dance Company, freelance artist for Art Basel/Miami Music Week events, and on the faculty of Artistic Dance Center. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/136a4f87-c20b-40a5-ba98-8c9a44b781f5/image0+%281%29.jpg Dancers - Tt’Shaylah Lightbourn Born and raised in Miami, FL. Tt’Shaylah Lightbourn is a Haitian/Bahamian dancer, arts educator, choreographer, and herbalist. She began her formal training at the Ricky Danco School of Dance and later studied at Alabama State University. At ASU she began extensive training in sacred movements of the African Diaspora. Ms. Lightbourn has appeared on NBC 6 “Voices” as a member of Peter London Global Dance Company. Tt’Shaylah has also performed world premiere works at Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts and internationally in Trinidad and Tobago 2022 & Martinique 2023. As an Arts Educator, Ms. Lightbourn has taught at, Dillard High School and Ricky Danco School of Dance and is currently teaching at Mater Academy Biscayne K-12. She is an original cast member of the children’s story book musical FatCat Caterpillar written by JaNia Harden. Tt’Shaylah Lightbourn uses her ancestral gift of dance combined with technical skill to captivate, motivate, and educate audiences on the sacred forms of movement expression of the African Diaspora. She is trained in various dance styles such as ballet, hip hop, jazz, afro-caribbean, and the Martha Graham technique. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/5defe451-bc9e-40dd-a06e-9dcd62e1e144/Aaron-Lopez.jpg Dancers - Aaron Lopez Aaron Lopez, dancer and personal trainer, was born in Chelsea, Massachusetts. He has trained with The Florida Ballet, Jacksonville Center of the Arts, Florida State College, and currently resides in Miami, Florida where he has received a Bachelors in Fine Arts from New World School of the Arts. Besides his classical and modern training, Aaron has had the opportunity of performing at multiple award shows for artists such as Marc Anthony, Daddy Yankee, and Ozuna. Aaron’s goal is to use all the skills he has learned in the past few years to help him tour internationally for a famous artist or dance company. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/3b5f9fb0-8ec1-40da-b7e6-a47fb32e92b7/Briley+Rowan.jpg Dancers - Briley Rowan Briley Rowan was born in Jacksonville, Florida, where she began her training at the age of three. Growing up she was introduced to many styles such as ballet, modern, contemporary, and jazz. She went on to formally train at Miami City Ballet School in the pre-professional program from 2017-2021. She has also studied at summer intensives such as Exploring Ballet with Suzanne Farrell, Dance Theatre of Harlem, and Nashville Ballet, among others. Recently Briley had the opportunity to join Peter London Global Dance company on their international tour to Trinidad, where she performed works by Terry Springer and Peter London. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1624813201086-OXVBNPNA60AGR3XRS2SL/headshot.jpg Dancers - Macey Rowan A native to Jacksonville Florida, Macey Rowan began her dance training at the age of three years old. She went on to graduate from Douglas Anderson School of the Arts for high school as well as receiver her Bachelor of Fine Arts from New World School of the Arts. She has had the opportunity to perform works by Jennifer Archibald, Ohad Naharin, and Paul Taylor as well as further her training at institutions such as LINES Ballet, the Radio City Rockettes, and Hubbard Street Dance Chicago. She now continues performing with Peter London Global Dance Company and is the competition director at BBharts Performing Arts. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/cab5fd92-b395-4f49-ad81-e317597d3ec0/Eden+Collier+Dance+Pose.jpg Dancers - Eden Collier Eden Collier is a native Floridian. Originally born in Fort Myers, Florida graduating from Cypress Lake High School School of the Arts. There, she played various roles in musicals and ballets and earned the title of President of the school's NHDSA. Eden transferred to Miami to pursue her Bachelor of Fine Arts from New World School of the Arts. There, she has learned and acquired many skills that will prepare her for the professional dance world training in various techniques such as: Horton, Graham, Taylor, Jazz and Classical Ballet. You may have last seen her in New World School of the Arts Spring Concert (2020) in a collection of works choreographed by Merce Cunningham titled “Minevent” under the stage direction of Mary Lisa Burns. Eden’s last work, a self choreographed solo entitled “Don’t Leave Me” was shown for her school’s last Senior production. Eden attained her BFA from the University of Florida in 2021. Eden is excited to be a part of such a diverse group of talented dancers https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/eb825afc-53d1-4f21-a583-2b067ab3a553/IMG_0184.jpg Dancers - Iwalani Rios Iwalani Rios hails from Aurora, Colorado where she began her dance training at Denver School of the Arts. She attended Randolph College where she received her BFA in Dance. While there she danced the works of Martha Graham, Pilobolus, Kazuko Hirabayashi, Takehiro Ueyama, and Diane Gray. Working with Clay Taliaferro on Jose Limon’s ‘There is a Time’ made her love modern dance. Upon graduation, Iwalani received a summer scholarship to the Martha Graham school in New York. While in Florida she has danced for Hattie Mae Williams and the Tattooed Ballerinas, working on sight specific and film projects. Mrs. Rios has also danced with Brazarte Dance Company and Fluxus Haus. Iwalani enjoys teaching dance at local dance studios, where she inspires the next generation of dancers and movers. This is her fourth season with PLGDC. She is honored to be Peter’s assistant and enjoys dancing his choreography every season. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/c01c07ba-628f-43cd-8cca-445f665a991d/Headshot.jpg Dancers - Alondra Balbuena Alondra Balbuena was born in NYC and raised in Miami, Florida. After moving to Miami, Alondra began training at Miami dance project in various genres including ballet and modern. Recent graduate of New World School of the Arts College where she performed works by Robert Battle, Ohad Naharin and Peter London. Over the summer of 2018, Alondra attended the San Francisco Conservatory of dance for the Gaga session and trained under the direction of Summer Lee Rhatigan where she studied and performed repertoire from the Batsheva Dance company. Throughout her time at New World School of the Arts, Alondra took interest in choreographing and presented her work at several events like NWSA Dancemakers, a collaborative project with the New World dance department and the Perez art Museum of Miami as well as the BFA Concert, a concert produced by the senior students at NWSA. Alondra is now a dance artist in Miami and joined PLGDC in 2020. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/0a5539b1-2439-4cd1-9639-c4e023ca3880/Headshot.jpg Dancers - Rafael Ruiz-del-Vizo Rafael Ruiz-del-Vizo was born and raised in Miami, Florida where he started his training at Showstopper Studio under the artistic direction of Susie Garcia. Rafael graduated with a BFA in Dance from New World School of the Arts College where he trained in classical ballet, modern and jazz. He has worked with choreographers such as Annabelle Lopez Ochoa, Jennifer Archibald and Eduardo Vilaro; also having performed repertory by Robert Battle, Mark Morris, Ohad Naharin, Merce Cunningham and Paul Taylor. Rafael currently teaches at Showstopper Studio in Miami, Florida and trains as a guest artist with Cuban Classical Ballet of Miami, and is helping create the Miami Movement Collective where he choreographs and performs with other Miami based movement artists. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1609014155438-8P4MS5WGK0UA2417FQUW/image-asset.png Dancers - Jamaii Melvin Jamaii Melvin is a 19-year-old dancer/choreographer from Homestead, FL (in the Miami-Dade county area) and has been dancing since the age of 5. He is a 2nd year student at The Juilliard School. He previously trained at New World school of the Arts and was also a part of the Pre-Professional programs at Miami Dance Collective and Dance Empire of Miami, where he trained under the direction of Marie-Louise Gaschler, Kristin Douthit Richards, Irene Balague, Angel Fraser-Logan, and Tawanna Hall. Jamaii has trained in various styles, which has led him to performing on the Ellen DeGeneres show, to being awarded a Young Arts Gold award recipient and finalist in Modern/Contemporary and Choreography in 2019, along with being a Semi-finalist Presidential Scholar in the arts . He has been accepted into exceptional summer programs such as the Nederlands Dans Theater summer program, Alonzo King LINES summer program, The School at Jacobs Pillow contemporary and many more. Jamaii is not only inspired by these professionals but has worked with Peter Chu, Bobbi Jene Smith, Ohad Naharin, Alicia Graf Mack, Mario Alberto Zambrano, Bret Easterling and Risa Steinberg, just to name a few. Jamaii has found his love for making pieces at the age of 10 and has grown within this different element of dance and started to find his choreographic voice through the years. Jamaii feels as artist we all have a responsibility to uphold and that is to “not just produce movement, but to produce a statement, a story, your story”. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1623178485549-XOTO7NL1TUWQ9LDHECBR/Darbonne+Headshot.jpeg Dancers - Deja Darbonne Deja N. Darbonne was born and raised in Fairfield, CA, where she began dancing at Center Stage Ballet Academy under the direction of her mother Anita Hope. Darbonne admired her mother for being one of the few Black women to teach classical ballet and have her own business, which influenced Darbonne's admiration for the ballet technique. Darbonne mainly focused on the techniques of concert dance (ballet and modern). However, was influenced by various cultural dances such as: West-African Dance, Flamenco, Salsa, Afro-Brazilian, and Haitian Folklore. In April 2017, Darbonne graduated with honors from New World School of the Arts College in Miami, FL where she received her Bachelors in Fine Arts from the University of Florida. Darbonne has danced professionally with Peter London Global Dance Company, Dance Now Miami, National Water Dance Project, Ballet Hispanico Dos, Ruddur Dance, and OCA Dance. She has performed works by Annabelle Lopez-Ochoa, Ronald K. Brown, Talley Beatty, Gustavo Ramirez, Robert Battle, Jamar Roberts, Eduardo Vilaro, among others. Darbonne has attended numerous dance programs such as Ballet Hispanico's ChoreoLab, Alonzo King Lines Ballet, Francisco Gella Dance Works, Miami City Ballet, and San Francisco City Ballet. In recognition of her academic excellence and scholarly achievement, Darbonne was awarded the Miami-Dade College Honors Dance award in 2015. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1623178233516-XJ2Q5JHLUKMRO5SZTWLH/Danceshot.jpg Dancers - Johnàe Wright Johnàe Wright was born in a small town called Liberty City in Miami, Florida. Growing up she always aspired to become a professional dancer and began training at local performing arts centers at age 8, where she learned dancing, singing, design and modeling. In 2010 she was discovered by Disney’s The McClain Sisters who asked her to dance for them in Las Vegas. Johnàe graduated from New World School of the Arts in June 2014 and began mentoring under some of the biggest names in the industry, Aisha Francis & Danielle Polanco (Beyonce) and Yanis Marshall. In 2015 she was featured in Oxygen Channels ‘The Prancing Elite Project’ and the glitz and glamour backstage inspired her to enroll in the Paul Mitchell School for Cosmetology where she later graduated. Ms. Johnae also appeared on "TMZ" on numerous occasions mentioning ASAP ROCKY, JUSSIE SMOLLETT, JUSTIN BEIBER, KIM KARDASIAN, and more. In 2019 Johnàe Wright became a cast member on The ON Channels ‘Beautiez & Bikerz of Charlotte’ a reality show which follows the lives of Johnàe and several other entertainers as they perform all over the East Coast. In 2020 Johnàe Wright began writing songs and released her debut single ‘Pwussy Bill Due’ in January 2020. The single went ‘viral’ after becoming a TikTok dance and was added to rotation on Hilltop Radio. After the success of ‘Pwussy Bill Due’ Johnàe began recording her debut album ‘Scorpionic’ and has since released two additional singles ‘Making Love’ featuring Darkface Squatta and ‘Honey Bun’ featuring Mac Shug. The album also features collaborations with Brandon Hilton, Booda Baddazz, Alyse Fontaine, Daa Kant, Electin and is scheduled to release to all stores and streaming services on May 31, 2021. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1599695828668-E0VE4375EX1EDZUP7HI8/Danceshot.jpg Dancers - Yu-mien Wu (Bruce) Yu-mien Wu was born in Chiayi, Taiwan, and began his studies in dance at the age of seven. He graduated summa cum laude from New World School of the Arts with a Bachelor in Fine Arts. At school, he performed repertoires by Martha Graham, Paul Taylor, Daniel Lewis, and Robert Battle. He was honored to receive scholarships to attend workshops such as Jacob’s Pillow, Cloud Gate Dance Theatre, and Nederlands Dans Theater. Mr. Wu was a principal dancer and an assistant to the Artistic Director at Peter London Global Dance Company in Miami. In 2018, Yu-mien was commissioned to choreograph a dance that was inspired by female figures in his life. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1609264659486-5UPFGPC95ZRRJQHMW6BV/Dance+Photo+1.jpg Dancers - Nathaniel Davis Nathaniel Davis was born in Toronto, Canada, and started his training at the age of 17. He attended the New World School of the Arts College, graduating cum laude in 2015 with a BFA in dance. He has worked with the Peter London Global Dance Company in Miami, Florida, Artichoke Dance Company in Brooklyn, New York, and Momix Inc in Washington, CT. He has performed works choreographed by Peter London, Robert Battle, Moses Pendleton, Daniel Ulbricht, George Balanchine, Jose Limon, Kyle Abraham, Bill T. 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Notably, he was a part of Arsenale della Danza 2012 at La Biennale de Venezia under the direction of Ismael Ivo. He later joined BalletX (2012-2021) where he was featured in works by Matthew Neenan, Kevin O’Day, Nicolo Fonte, Cayetano Soto, Trey McIntyre, Jodie Gates, and Annabelle Lopez Ochoa, to name a few. He’s performed at the Vail International Dance Festival, Ballet Sun Valley, Belgrade Dance Festival and Jacob’s Pillow. Richard is beginning his third season with the Martha Graham Dance Company where he has been featured in classic works such as “Diversion of Angels,” “Acts of Light” and most recently premiered Husbandman in “Appalachian Spring”. He is also featured in Hofesh Shechter’s “CAVE” choreographed just for the Martha Graham Dance Company. Last year in 2022 had the honor of being part of Twyla Tharp’s revival of her two most iconic works “In the Upper Room” and “Nine Sinatra Songs” at New York City Center. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1600481088883-O97TOA2VXYB3OJZBHGRW/Headshot%2B1.jpg Guest Artists - Christopher McKenzie Jr. Christopher is a native of Miami, FL. He was born at Florida Memorial Hospital to two amazing parents, Christopher Sr. & Alicia. He is a graduate of Miami Carol City Senior High School where he was in the marching band. He went on to attend New World School of the Arts College having the amazing chance of working with the best of the best teachers. He has danced with Dallas Black Dance Theatre, The Las Vegas Contemporary Dance Theater, Dance Theatre of Orlando, and he is currently dance captain/male swing of Disney’s The Lion King US National Tour. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1599109488085-5MZT4TS3J9SF1U1IXE00/Dance+Shot.jpg Guest Artists - Sharron Lynn Sharron Lynn is a proud native of Miami, FL, and high school graduate of New World School of the Arts where she trained in all forms of dance. During her time at New World, she received a number of scholarships to attend the Alvin Ailey summer intensive and was eventually asked to join the 2nd company, Ailey II. She then went on to attend Florida State University and finished with two Bachelor’s degrees, one in Applied Economics and the other in Interdisciplinary Social Science. Realizing her talents, abilities, and artistic appetite encompassed the world of dance and more, she went on to study acting at the Neighborhood Playhouse School of Theatre under James Brill. She has worked in Film and Television on projects such as HBO's Vinyl and Lovecraft Country, the Netflix Original Series The Get Down, and Scary Movie 5 and has also played the role of Cinderella at Lincoln Center in the Little Orchestra Society's production of Cinderella. She had the pleasure of touring the US and Canada with Disney’s The Lion King and was most recently performing with the Broadway company. She has also been featured in a variety of ad campaigns, commercials, and magazines for brands such as Reebok, Target, Under Armour, Office Depot, Seattle Magazine, Runner’s World Magazine, and Glamour Magazine to name a few. Sharron continues to work extensively as an artist and wellness professional providing free yoga classes via her Youtube channel, Breathe Flow Be with Sharron Lynn. She serves as a mentor to a number of young women and is always looking to inspire, grow, and expand. Sharronlynn.com https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/7b7dc059-faff-48e0-8476-974cb2529812/Lloyd-Knight.jpeg Guest Artists - Lloyd Knight Lloyd Knight was born in England and reared in Miami. Has a BFA from the New World School of the Arts under Artistic Director Daniel Lewis. Mr. Knight joined the Martha Graham Dance Company in 2005 and was promoted to Principal in 2014. He has had ballets choreographed on him by Nacho Duato twice, Andonis Foniadakis, Larry Keigwin, Doug Varone, Lar Lubovitch, Kyle Abraham, Liz Gerring, Michelle Dorrance, Anne Bogart, Pontus Linberg, Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui, Pam Tanowitz, Hofesh Shechter and Mats Ek. Dance Magazine named Mr. Knight as one of the “Top 25 Dancers to Watch” in 2010. He partnered with New York City Ballet Principal Wendy Whelan in Graham's "Moon Duet" and with American Ballet Theatre's Principal Misty Copeland in a Graham’s "Letter to the World". He was picked Best Performer of 2015 by Dance Magazine. Bessie Nominated for best Performer in 2022, as well as a Guest Principal Dancer for Twyla Tharps City Center Season in 2022. Most recently he was a guest Principal artist for The Royal Ballet of Flanders. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1598984568745-85465PSNTZA48OUNBR9J/Gentry+Headshot+1.jpg Guest Artists - Gentry George Gentry George founded Inwood NYC’s premiere dance company Zest Collective November 02, 2013. Former Dance Artist for the Dance Theatre of Harlem, and Ailey II, George graduated from The Juilliard School in 2012. Gentry is a Guest Artist at Randolph College and Central Connecticut State University. He teaches at the American Musical and Dramatic Academy (AMDA), Dance Project of Washington Heights, and Eglevsky Ballet. George was born in Miami, Florida in 1990. At age eight, he began his artistic studies with the Founder of The Community Book and Dance Academy Linda Agyapong. He went on to study with Daniel Lewis before graduating from New World School of the Arts. Gentry would also train with Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida’s Artistic Director Vladimir Issaev. Further, he was a scholarship student at The School at Jacob’s Pillow, The Ailey School, and The Miami Conservatory’s Thomas Armour Youth Ballet. George is a recipient of a Level 1 ARTS award, given by the National Foundation for Advancement in the Arts, and is featured on HBO’s “Masterclass,” also starring Jacques d’Amboise. He has graced the pages of Essence Magazine, and can be seen in the feature-film “Life of an Actress.” In February 2015, George's company debuted an installation performance - 'A Matter Of Heart' with visual artist Brian Michael Reed, accompanied live by electronic performance duo Pax Humana at the Alchemical Theatre Laboratory. Gentry has created work on The Governor's School for the Arts (Norfolk, VA), Arts High School (Newark, NJ), Randolph College (Lynchburg, VA), and has choreographed three ballets on the Peter London Global Dance Company: the most recent of which premiered in December 2019 at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County. George has presented work throughout New York City, New Jersey and Florida. In New York City, ZEST has performed at the SummerStage, Dixon Place, HarlemStage Gatehouse Theater, Ulster Performing Arts Center, The Wassaic Project, Jamaica Center for the Arts and Learning, Whitebox Art Center, Madiba Harlem, Fort Tryon Park, Marcus Garvey Park, and the YM & YWHA of Washington Heights and Inwood. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1598985097399-2T9SF3WJ0U01OMAGGB64/Headshot.jpg Guest Artists - Annellyse Munroe Annellyse Munroe began her dance training at the age of five in Miami, FL at South Florida Ballet. She attended summer intensives at American Ballet Theatre, Dance Theatre of Harlem, The Martha Graham School, and The Ailey School as a Scholarship student. Ms. Munroe has worked with choreographers including Kyle Abraham, Desmond Richardson, and Amy Hall Garner. She has performed at the Joyce Theater for Martha Graham Dance Company’s 86th anniversary season. In 2014, Annellyse received a BFA with honors from New World School of the Arts/University of Florida. Immediately after graduation, she joined Ailey II 2014-2016, the sister company of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. Ms. Munroe was featured on the cover of Dance Spirit magazine’s February 2015 issue. Annellyse is signed with Bloc Talent Agency NYC where she participated in other engagements in dance performances, including the 2016 MTV Video Music Awards for Beyoncé and for Desigual SS18 collection in New York Fashion Week to name a few. In 2019, Annellyse received a Master of Science degree in Non-Profit Management from Columbia University. While at Columbia, she also served as Secretary for the Nonprofit Management Student Association. Most Recently, Ms. Munroe serves as the Student Life Coordinator at the ABT, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis School, and is a New York Knicks City Dancer. Annellyse is always eager to give back to her community and enjoys teaching master classes when she can. She is determined to educate, empower, and equip the next generation of dance artists. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1600481205375-OIN9PT6223V9BILIOUUC/Danceshot+1.jpg Guest Artists - Kashia Kancey Kashia Kancey is a Miami-born performer and choreographer, who earned her BFA in Dance from New World School of the Arts. Some of her choreographic history includes having work presented in The Carnival Studio Theater at the Adrienne Arsht Center through commissions by Peter London Global Dance Company. She has also had work presented throughout NYC at CreateART Performance, Triskelion Arts and Movement Research at Judson Church. Kashia has performed in spaces like Perez Art Museum Miami, South-Miami Dade Cultural Arts Center, Dance Place DC, the American Dance Festival, The Yard, and New York Live Arts. Kashia has had the pleasure of working with Rosie Herrera Dance Theatre, Adele Myers and Dancers, and Abby Z and the New Utility. She has also worked with artists like Marcella Lewis, Donna Uchizono, Tendayi Kuumba, and Annie-B Parson. Kashia was most recently an apprentice with Urban Bush Women and is a company member with David Dorfman Dance. Kashia is based in Brooklyn, NY. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1599109838859-01GN5JMN5CCVZZ6IYJNW/Head+shot+1.jpg Guest Artists - Justin Rapaport Justin is a dynamic freelance artist who has worked with Ballet BC, Kidd Pivot, Anne Plamondon and PARA.MAR Dance Theater. A graduate of the Juilliard School, his choreography has been featured by Peter London Global Dance Theater, HD Theatre, Boykin Dance Projects and many more. Justin’s work was recognized at the 2021 Copenhagen International Choreographic Competition, where he received the Danish Dance Theater Award. Photo credit: Michael Slabodian BUSK by Aszure Barton https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/523adbb7-8e83-4c8d-90d0-e009dac54cf0/JRoberts_Michael_+Avedon.jpg Guest Artists - Jamar Roberts Jamar Roberts is a choreographer who has made works on Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, New York City Ballet, San Francisco Ballet, LA Dance Project, Ballet X, the Juilliard Dance Division, Ailey 2, New York City Center’s Fall For Dance and Vail Dance Festival, among others. Mr. Roberts is a graduate of the New World School of the Arts and the Ailey School and has danced for AAADT, Ailey II, and Complexions Contemporary Ballet. Mr. Roberts won the 2016 Bessie Award for Outstanding Performer and has performed as a guest artist with the Royal Ballet in London and made multiple television performance appearances. In the fall of 2020 the March on Washington Film Festival invited Mr. Roberts to create a dance on film tribute to the Honorable John Lewis. Other highlights include Works and Process at the Guggenheim where he created the acclaimed short work on film entitled Cooped and A Chronicle of a Pivot at a Point in Time which first premiered on film in the summer of 2021 and was restaged for a live performance world premiere in March of 2022. Jamar was a Director’s Fellow at NYU’s Center for Ballet and the Arts in the 2020-2021 season and he has also made a short film for the LA Opera entitled The First Bluebird in the Morning. He was most recently featured on the cover of Dance Magazine in June of 2021, having previously been on the cover in June 2013 and being named “25 to Watch” in 2007. Jamar is a Creative Associate at the Juilliard School. Photo credit: Michael Avedon. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1620987417669-XZQSVNUA9HTHSMRVWC0Y/Headshot.jpg Guest Artists - Vitolio Jeune Vitolio began his dance training in his native country Haiti. He studied a variety of dance techniques under the mentorship of Jeanguy Saintus and Jean Rene Delsoin. Vitolio also danced with Ayikodans for many years and was a guest artist with Lena Blou’s company Trilogie. In 2005 Vitolio moved to Miami, Florida to further his dance education at New World School of the Arts, where he graduated with a Bachelor in Fine Arts; in partnership with University of Florida and Miami Dade College. Soon after graduation Vitolio was selected as one of the top 20 dancers for the popular televised show, So You Think You Can Dance (Season 5). He finished the show as one of the top 14 dancers. Vitolio joined Garth Fagan Dance in 2009 as a soloist and quickly became one of the stars of Garth Fagan Dance. Vitolio danced with Garth Fagan Dance for 12 years before deciding to leave the company to venture on his own. Vitolio has taught at The Ailey School, University of Rochester, Miami Dade College, New World School of the Arts, School of the Arts and S.C. Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities. Vitolio was featured in the Dance Magazine as a dancer “On the Rise” where he was described as: “a brilliant technical dancer with great intelligence and a great gift for interpretation, he gets inside the dance and inhabits it.” The New York Times has described Vitolio as “a split-leaping dynamo and a gravity defying dancer.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1599109545379-NPQTG02A35KRXGYVRQD5/Screenshot_20200511-233650_Instagram.jpg Guest Artists - Melissa Verdecia Melissa Verdecia is from Miami, FL and received her early training from Mencia-Pikieris School of Dance and New World School of the Arts where she graduated summa cum laude in 2008. In 2012, Melissa went on to earn her BFA in dance from The Juilliard School under the direction of Larry Rhodes. While attending The Juilliard School Melissa performed works by Sidra Bell, Alex Ekman, Nacho Duato and Jerome Robbins among others. In 2008, Melissa was selected as a modern dance Finalist in the National Foundation for Advancement in the Arts (NFAA) YoungARTS competition. She was also featured in the HBO series “Master Class.” In 2016 Melissa had the joy of being presented along with her BH colleagues in Lincoln Center at the Movies Great American Dance Series where she performed lead roles in works by Gustavo Ramirez Sansano and Pedro Ruiz. Currently, Melissa is in her ninth season with Ballet Hispánico with whom she performs nationally and internationally as well as teaches workshops as part of their outreach initiative. Melissa has also choreographed for and served as the rehearsal director for the Peter London Global Dance Company in Miami, FL and Dimensions Dance Theater of Miami. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1615284718973-7W12JLE9ESBPI59B47WT/Brooke%2BLogan%2BDanceshot.jpg Guest Artists - Brooke Logan Marion-Skye Brooke Logan is currently an educator, performer, and rehearsal director/assistant to the Dance world. As a native to Miami, Fl, Brooke grew up dancing at the Dance Empire of Miami where she studied jazz and hip hop under Angel Fraser-Logan and Tawanna Hall-Charlton. As a former graduate of New World School of the Arts College, Ms.Logan holds a BFA in Dance and has learned various repertoires such as works from, Peter London, Robert Battle, Paul Taylor, and Ohad Naharin. Along with those repertoires came learning ballet techniques, and traditional modern techniques such as, Graham and Horton. While obtaining her BFA in Dance, Ms.Logan became fascinated with learning more about technique, improvisation, and relaxation. During her college summers she traveled to San Francisco, New York, and Israel on several occasions to study Gaga (Naharin), Ballet (Rhatigan) and more at the San Francisco Conservatory of Dance and The Batsheva Studios. Ms. Logan was also accepted to the Jacobs Pillow program which was a one time in American History “Gaga” oriented study. Ms. Logan has assisted Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s house choreographer Jamar Roberts on his first creations. These commissions have included Alvin Ailey and Juilliard. Ms. Logan has danced with Peter London Global Dance Company since 2019 where she was given the opportunity to perform with Dance Theater of Harlem and perform at the Perez Art Museum for the women of the United Nations. Ms. Logan has received recognition from Dance Magazine on her first solo with PLGDC Eomeoni 2019. In 2020, Ms. Logan has taken the position as Dance Director at Doral Academy Preparatory School for middle and high school dance as well as a coach for the Rubies Dance Team. Most recently, Logan has been selected to premiere her film “Mortal Stain” at the 2020-2021 Miami Screen Dance Festival! Logan dreams of using videography and social media to reach the community of Miami. Marion- Skye’s favorite passion hobby is to use dance films to share stories and lessons with her community from love, to human rights. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1535054952804-ESF7LQ7S8VXM92KAA04U/DSC_3267.jpg Guest Artists https://www.plgdc.org/jobs daily 0.75 2023-06-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1429585931412-ZFGUSDEUUPTR7A9Y0D2E/20-IMG_0064.jpg Jobs https://www.plgdc.org/affiliates-sponsors daily 0.75 2024-09-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/9115ea53-a6e4-4719-b106-07f820787016/LOGOS_BW_Sep+29.png Affiliates & Sponsors - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1630195166940-LY5EKX2D9COW3W0ALK8B/Thank-You-Sponsors.jpg Affiliates & Sponsors https://www.plgdc.org/collaborators daily 0.75 2023-05-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1609014711484-YHZ5K8RB2OCLITZMVY0R/Headshot.jpg Collaborators - Ezra Haugabrooks Women Roses Water (2020) - Original Compositions Ezra Haugabrooks is an American-born conductor and composer of African-American and Jamaican descent. He began playing piano at the age of three and performing piano accompaniment with his father, Charles Haugabrooks, at the age of seven. At age 10, after begging his mother for an instrument, Haugabrooks began to take violin lessons and playing in the school orchestra. He graduated with a Bachelor of Music in viola performance from Andrews University in 2008. He has studied with Igor Fedotov and Nokuthula Ngwenyama, among other notable instructors and is continuing graduate studies at Georgia State University with Tania Maxwell-Clements. Haugabrooks has performed with members of the St Paul Chamber Orchestra, Rachel Barton Pine, and others in private chamber series in Minnesota as well as in numerous private chamber recitals. His participation at these delightful events has been in a variety of roles as a violist, counter-tenor, tenor, conductor, and pianist. Education should have a significant function in a child’s formative years, and the Haugabrooks family consistently provided this support for him. This resulted in connecting a profound personal responsibility to education and robust performances. A passionate pedagogue, Haugabrooks has taught as a viola instructor, general music, substitute teacher in a general classroom, orchestra at all levels, middle school band, elementary and middle school chorus. In 2017, Haugabrooks founded the Ballet and Dance Orchestra. With the intent to perform music for companies, his vision was to offer an alternative for organizations to be able to use live performances of both original and well-beloved orchestral selections, respecting and recognizing the musicianship of local professional artists while still making it accessible to the public. The Ballet and Dance Orchestra, Inc. seeks to be the first of its kind to pursue this vision and perform for major shows. Peter London Dance Company and the Ballet and Dance Orchestra collaborated this past December in an exciting new work called “Black Men Crossing”. Haugabrooks composed and conducted the score with ten company dancers at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts in Miami. In addition to performing and directing the Atlanta University Center Orchestra, Haugabrooks has been re-engaged for three more performances with Peter London in 2020. He is also a board member of the American Viola Society. Outside of the world of music, Haugabrooks is a single father to his beautiful son, Noah Haugabrooks. He enjoys spending free time discovering springs and exploring nature with his son. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1609021554750-45NU1WEI6JWB73LX5NTN/david-and-steve-gordon-trees-180510-400x267px-IMG_8619.jpg Collaborators - David & Steve Gordon Women Roses Water (2020) - "Swan" and "Cape Porcupine" from Yoga Moods Inspired by the tranquility of Sequoia National Park, David and Steve became a pioneering force new age music by using nature sounds as a part of a musical composition to create nature music - a novel approach that had not been accomplished prior. Their albums, including Garden of Serenity and Soothing Sanctuary, have been perennial best-sellers, garnering acclaim from leading resorts as spa music, from yoga studios and meditation practitioners. Pulse Magazine referred to their albums as "intimate, quiet, serene and spacious". https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1609019918416-7XYNWD4JS4BOQFMPQG1S/1458176728_Samite_Headshot_flute_Hay_loaft_.jpg Collaborators - Samite Women Roses Water (2020) - “What’s the Answer,” “In the Moment” from Resilience. Sam·i·te (Sæm ē tay) n. A World-renowned musician, Humanitarian, and Photographer. Born and raised in Uganda. Travels the world bringing his message of peace and hope through the healing power of music. “While performing, I see that people are able to forget their differences and join as one in the moment; my hope is for that moment to last. If we can make that moment last, the world will be a better place.” http://www.samite.com/ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/af273a1c-22bf-4a3c-aaf2-105b7b278aaf/Photo_%2BDavid%2BKernahan.jpeg Collaborators - Leon Foster Thomas Leon Foster Thomas is a gifted international jazz musician and steel pan virtuoso. His music is a blend of his Caribbean roots with the harmonic and improvisational complexities of jazz, creating a lively and eclectic meld all his own. Winner of the World Steelband Music Festival’s Soloist and Duet competitions in 2002 and 2004, critics laud him as “the next big thing on his instrument”, “...an enthralling improvisor...” (All About Jazz); “...masterful with impeccable musicianship” (When Steel Talks); and “a benevolent wizard” (Venice Magazine). Leon’s deft and ambitious command of the steel pan has transcended beyond the instrument’s novel stereotype to being featured at world stages such as New York’s Jazz at Lincoln Center, Adrienne Arsht Center of the Performing Arts (Miami), Moscow International House of Music, Jacksonville Jazz Festival, Perm International Jazz Festival (Russia), Miami Downtown Jazz Festival, International Festival of Contemporary Culture (Kazakhstan), and Pittsburgh Jazz Live International Festival. He has also worked with artists such as: Hugh Masekela, Randy Brecker, John Daversa, Sammy Figueroa, Vince Mendoza, Richard Smallwood, Ky-Mani Marley, Len “Boogsie” Sharpe, Dolly Parton, Igor Butman, John Beasley, and many more. Having two well-received solo albums under his belt, his latest release, Metamorphosis, on Ropeadope Records, exemplifies his growth and maturation as a musician. Honing his in-depth talents as a musical storyteller, Leon has produced an album which perfectly illustrates his transformative journey. Leon has a Bachelor of Music degree from Florida Memorial University and a Master of Music degree at Florida International University. He continues to perform at festivals and concerts around the world, as well as conducting lectures and master classes at various educational and cultural institutions. For more information on his work and career, visit www.leonfosterthomas.com https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1609015024900-C9I7XFN5TNKONMNOM6Q1/Nicole+Henry+by+Leesa+Richards.jpg Collaborators - Nicole Henry A University of Miami graduate and long-time Miami Beach resident, Henry has firmly established herself among the world’s most powerful female jazz vocalists, thanks to her dynamic presence, impeccable phrasing and vibrant emotional resonance. Her passionate voice and charisma have earned her a Soul Train Award for “Best Traditional Jazz Performance," three Top-10 U.S. Billboard and HMV Japan jazz albums, and “Best Solo Musician” by Miami New Times. She has headlined stages in 20 countries, recorded with jazz greats Kirk Whalum, Julian Lage, Gerald Clayton and Gil Goldstein and has performed with the Duke Ellington Orchestra, the Henry Mancini Institute Orchestra and Michael Feinstein. Ms. Henry’s career accomplishments and active commitment to supporting community non-profits have also been recognized by the City of Miami Beach and Miami-Dade County through proclamations of “Nicole Henry Days” in 2011, 2016 and 2017. Henry serves on the board of the nonprofit Miami Music Project, which empowers and transforms children — and ultimately their families and communities — through the study and performance of music. Henry feels “all children deserve access to the various benefits of music education.” Miami Music Project has emerged as a model for music education programs nationally by offering after-school programming free of charge and using music as an instrument of social change. More than 30,000 students have been served in the past decade by the project’s programming and outreach, with 100% of their graduates attending college on scholarship. For more information on sponsorship and media requests, email: jo@nicolehenry.com For more information on Miami Music Project, please contact: info@miamimusicproject.org https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1609017415800-QHLSDHLZZ46L6CC7NIM2/Headshot.jpg Collaborators - Sean Dibble Women Roses Water (2020) - “Out Dance” Music from The Tribe Sean Dibble is a percussionist/multi-instrumentalist/composer from Miami FL. Sean received his Bachelor of Science degree in Anthropology/Sociology from FIU. He has been an accompanist for New World School of the Arts since 2000 and continues to accompany dance classes for them to this day. He has worked with numerous local bands over the years including Outdance, Periphyton, Rhythm Flow and many others. He has received a platinum record for his contribution to the album “Noche De Cuatro Lunas” by the internationally renowned recording artist Julio Iglesias. He has also performed and recorded with Afro-Brazilian singer Angela Patua, as well as Miami based Haitian band Ayebombe. His band Outdance has performed on the main stage at The Cancun Jazz Festival (2000) as well as opening for numerous national artists. Sean also accompanies dance classes for the Joffrey Ballet School, during their annual Summer residency in Miami, as well as for Dance Now Miami, and many others. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/fe90b689-6edf-4d82-aa10-93199033d8b6/Etienne-Charles_Image.png Collaborators - Etienne Charles (Trumpet) Etienne Charles is the Assistant Professor of Jazz Trumpet at Michigan State University. Hailed by The New York Times as "an auteur" (Ben Ratliff), by Jazz Times as "A daring improviser who delivers with heart wrenching lyricism" (Bill Milkowski). According to Downbeat Magazine "Charles delivers his ebullient improvisations with the elegance of a world-class ballet dancer." (John Murph). He has received critical acclaim for his exciting performances, thrilling compositions and knack for connecting with audiences worldwide. In June 2012, Etienne was written into the US Congressional Record for his musical contributions to Trinidad & Tobago and the World. Perhaps more than any other musician of his generation or Eastern Caribbean origin, Etienne brings a careful study of myriad rhythms from the French, Spanish, English and Dutch speaking Caribbean to the table. Crucially, as a soloist, he fully understands the New Orleans trumpet tradition; which is readily discernible in his trademark instrumental swagger, and what famed Crescent City Pianist, Jelly Roll Morton so succinctly captured in the now immortal phrase, 'The Spanish Tinge'. He has performed and or recorded with Monty Alexander, Roberta Flack, Frank Foster, Ralph MacDonald, Johnny Mandel, Wynton Marsalis, Marcus Roberts, Maria Schneider, Count Basie Orchestra, Eric Reed, Lord Blakie, David Rudder and many others. He holds a Master's degree from the Juilliard School and a Bachelor's degree from Florida State University. For more information please visit etiennecharles.com https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1609017248651-YV5YBUUCF4HWBB4N8YUC/joels+pic%281%29.jpg Collaborators - Joel Gresham Women Roses Water (2020) - Rose to the Occasion Joel is an artist, author, and advocate. He received his fine art education in Atlanta, Georgia with a degree in Broadcasting from Columbia. As a Dale Carnegie Graduate, Joel’s proudest moment came when his peers voted him as “Human Relations Champion.” Joel’s remarkable gift as a fine artist has brought him significant acclaim in his 42 years of experience. His works are in many public and private collections of such people like Oprah, Quincy Jones, Edwin Moses, Bernie Marcus, Ray Robinson, the late Paul Winfield, Marla Gibbs, Hank Aaron, James Worthy and the late Muhammad Ali. He’s also the founder of Not 1 Forgotten, an organization for men’s health. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1620988769987-26X3M43TGOMHW9D46HRQ/Photo+Nica+Guerrero.jpg Collaborators - Terry Springer Mr. Springer is an internationally acclaimed, dedicated and devoted dancer, teacher and choreographer with more than thirty years of experience. His versatility in many dance styles including folk dances of Trinidad and Tobago, Afro-Caribbean, urban dances of Latin America, ballet, contemporary, modern, and jazz is his greatest asset, and this enables him to influence and reach his audiences and students around the world with fascinating results. He migrated to Venezuela to dance with world renowned Coreoarte in1991 gaining invaluable knowledge as a dancer, teacher, choreographer and Rehearsal Director. Due to his leadership skills, he was appointed Artistic Director of the company in 2014. He has toured the world with this company, and has made guest appearances with other well-known dance companies such as the Jose Limon Dance Company. As a choreographer, he has created dances for The Astor Johnson Repertory Dance Theater, Coreoarte, Noble Douglas Dance Company, Metamorphosis Dance Company, Trinity Dance Company, Carifesta XIV Opening, Caribbean School of Dancing, and for The Academy for the Performing Arts ((APA), University of Trinidad and Tobago (UTT). For many years, Terry has fostered dance at various schools, universities, communities, and rural areas, and has organized and conducted several socio-cultural programmes for the underprivileged. Mr. Springer holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Cultural Education and a Master’s Degree (with Honors) in Linguistics. He has contributed to the art form through teaching, performing, directing and creating dances. Mr. Springer returned to Trinidad and Tobago in 2017 and is currently a Dance Lecturer at the Academy of the Performing Arts (APA), University of Trinidad and Tobago (UTT), and also teaches at the Caribbean School of Dancing and at the Astor Johnson Repertory Dance Theater https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1623114579241-K5I8KTM0B9YN3X8KG2YA/Elliott.jpg Collaborators - Michael Elliott Women Roses Water (2020) Michael Elliott was born in Manchester, Jamaica in 1979. He established an early interest in art making while growing up which led him to his art school tenure at The Edna Manley College of the Visual and Performing Arts in Kingston, Jamaica. While at art school from 1998 to 2002, Michael developed his love for painting while re enforcing his interest in photography and realized that the two can go hand in hand as he pursued photorealism as a painting style. Social commentary became the base of Michael’s pieces throughout the years ranging from the political climate in Jamaica, social justice, domestic issues, race, migration and even the covid-19 pandemic. His most popular series to date and the largest body of work is that of the Windrush series which documents the plight of West Indian’s who emigrated to London in 1948 to rebuild the British empire after the second World War. Michael has expanded this into works that speak to slavery and the post emancipation struggles of people of color. This body of work was coined during a residency in Miami, Florida in 2018 hosted by DVCAI (diaspora Vibe Cultural Art Incubator), an organization which proudly showcases and collaborates with Michael’s range of talents even today. He is also featured in the group show called Inter|Sectionality: Diaspora Art from The Creole City, which had the inaugural opening at the Corcoran Museum in Washington DC and is currently in Miami, Florida at the Moore Building in the Design District featuring 28 artists mainly from the Caribbean Diaspora, based in The USA. (visit www.dvcai.org) Use of video media in the virtual space is a new feature in Michael’s ever expanding creative library. An example of this is his Virtual Windrush Exhibition called ‘The Wind at the Docks’ which was designed and narrated by Michael himself and presented originally on the Kingston Creative platform (go to www.studiomichaelelliott.com to view). Michael has broadly exhibited his work not only in Jamaica but Internationally, mainly in Europe and the USA. His preferred medium in painting is acrylic on canvas and the photography follows suit in its themed interpretations. He has also collaborated with the likes of The Peter London Dance Company in Florida to create artistic backdrops for dance items. He continues to explore other methods and synergies both virtual and physical. Michael lives and works in Jamaica. For more information on his work and career, visit www.studiomichaelelliott.com https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/54d4e669e4b07ddcbfd9ce03/1609020395065-2BFAW1QSZ1W42NRWD8ET/michaelbio.jpg Collaborators - Michael Mustafa Women Roses Water (2020) “Meet Me at Lezly’s” Performed by - Palms Down Percussion Jazz Pianist/Vocals/Didjeridoo/Hand Drums Michael Mustafa Ulmer, a native to the "Motor City," was raised with the incredible musical influences of Motown's R&B, (especially Pianist/Songwriter Morris Broadnax, who wrote and co-wrote music for Stevie Wonder) and the inspiring live Jazz scene of Detroit. While completing his education from Indiana University's School of Music, he toured and recorded with Harmolodic Guitarist icon and father, James 'Blood' Ulmer. After working with 'Bloods' Blues Experience he performed with William 'Spaceman' Patterson's - House Band for the T.V. show New York Undercover, getting a chance to work with such artists as: Roberta Flack, The Temptations and The Four Tops. Presently, he leads his own group called the "Didjazz Quartet" with featured saxophonist Patience Higgins. Here he explores the improvisational realms of Jazz with "free" inspired melodies on Piano and droning to hypnotic grooves on the Didjeridoo. In addition, Mustafa works as Keyboardist/Musical Director for performing artist: Singer/Poet Camille Yarbrough, who is quoted by Source Magazine as the "Foremother of Hip Hop." In 1998, he started working (adding hand drums to his palette) within the dance world in New York City accompanying dance at Alvin Ailey, where he had the fortune of writing and performing original music for choreographer Earl Mosley's "University" of Dance and Richard Rivera. After working with mentor Kevin Burrell, Willie 'Ajibilu' White, Victor See-Yuen (Heritage Op.) and Roderick Jackson (Palms Down), Ailey elite percussionist, he started focusing on Conga and Djembe, learning traditional rhythms of Africa and Haiti. In 2002, he started working as Keyboardist/Music Director with Aziza Def Dance Jam Workshop: A children's dance company made-up of deaf and hearing teens. Other dance credits go to performing and recording music for Freddie Moore Hudson Repertory Dance Theater, Karen L. 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