Powwows & Ciphers: A Sacred Place To Be

Artistically directed by Emmy-nominated dance duo Al Taw’am, Powwows & Ciphers: A Sacred Place to Be is a groundbreaking dance expression delving into Afro-Indigeneity through the fusion of Black vernacular and Native American music and dance. This evening-length piece explores enduring issues shaping Black and Native communities, touching on themes such as Land Back, gentrification, resilience, and more. The piece features a collection of award-winning and outstanding Black, Indigenous, and Afro-Indigenous ensembles and artists, such as Lyrric Jackson Dance Company, Wontanara, Umi IMAN, Jamaal Isaac, Lashay, Butterfly Effect Dance Group, Lady Krow, and DiaSole Dance.

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