Reflections from the Community
Since 2012, Dancing While Black (DWB) has served as a launching pad and community hub, bringing Black dance voices to the fore and centering a space for them to reflect and create authentically. In 2022, DWB turns 10! In the spirit of Sankofa, we are celebrating the past, present and future of Dancing While Black from May 2022 through May 2023.
As part of AP’s continued investment in Black leadership, DWB’s 10th Anniversary programming and visioning will be guided by a team of co-directors: Paloma, DWB’s founder, is joined by Kayla Hamilton (2017-2018 DWB Fellow), Marguerite Hemmings (2015-2016 DWB Fellow) and Joya Powell (2016-2017 DWB Fellow).
On this special day we want to recognize your tireless efforts for making a difference as Angela’s Pulse director!
May this birthday be a reminder of the impact you have had and the legacy you’re building for a more inclusive and equitable community. Your commitment serves as a reminder of the transformative power of arts in societies worldwide.
Happy birthday Paloma!
May 29

🚨Join @hiartsnyc and @letspaintinaugust for a fun-filled, family-friendly day of art-making!
Come meet ONE WALL MOVEMENT artist N. Carlos J. and have your portrait taken! Your portrait will potentially be used in the mural that Carlos will create this summer! Carlos will also be leading you through a creative painting lesson using one of his original mural designs.
👨🏾🎨N. Carlos J. is a dope painter, designer, and muralist and the 2023 ONE WALL MOVEMENT Artist. Beginning in June, Carlos will begin the production of a large-scale Harlem-based mural.
🗓FREE and ALL ages welcome! May 19th, 4 - 6 PM
📍Hi-ARTS 215 E.99th St., New York, NY
#Arts #Paint #Portrait #Muraldesign #NewYork #community
May 18

The 2023 edition of Live Ideas, Planet Justice: are you here for it?*, explores the idea that climate justice is rooted in social justice, anti-colonialism, global collaboration, human rights, and the rights of nature to thrive. An antidote to the doom and gloom of the climate crisis, the festival offers five days of art and action with performances, interactive installation, workshops, an outdoor party, symposium, and more!
To get your tickets visit @slowfactory.foundation
#Dance #ClimateChange #HumanRights #artsfestival #NewYork
May 16

We recognize and celebrate our mothers, grandmothers, mothers-in-law, and all motherly figures that brighten our lives.
Mom: for all you`ve done, you`re the greatest inspiration to keep dancing everyday.
Best wishes!
#AngelasPulse #AP #DWB #MothersDay #Love #holidays #dance #arts #community
May 14

How has improvisation been a technology for Black thriving?
On SAT May 13, join DWB at @baadbronx for a day of improvisation with a panel of dance leaders, a performance by Black dance improvisers, and a dance party!
Register to dance with us. Link in bio
#DWB10 #DancingWhileBlack #DWBHOWWEDO #DWBHOWWEBUILD #DWBHOWWETHRIVE #Celebration
May 12

TODAY!
Join DWB on Zoom for a conversation amongst artists who are shepherding Black dance & performance hubs across the US and lifting up Black dance voices.
You still have time to register. Link in bio!
#AngelasPulse #AP #DWB10 #blackcommunities #LOVE #dancingwhileblack #DWB10 #DancingWhileBlack #DWBHOWWEDO #DWBHOWWEBUILD #DWBHOWWETHRIVE #Celebration
May 11

Our Dancing While Black 10th Anniversary season is culminating in an amazing week of events, May 10-13. The Akan principle of Sankofa - looking back to move forward - has guided our Dancing While Black Shared Leadership Team as we collaboratively choreograph this year-long anniversary project that centers on sustainability, wellness and thriving.
Come join us. Link in bio.
#AngelasPulse #AP #DWB10 #blackcommunities #LOVE #dancingwhileblack #DWB10 #DancingWhileBlack #DWBHOWWEDO #DWBHOWWEBUILD #DWBHOWWETHRIVE #Celebration
May 10

Tomorrow is THE day!
Get ready to participate in #DWB10. We are having in-person and virtual public programming and intimate gatherings to celebrate a decade of empowering black communities.
Do not miss a thing: https://bit.ly/3LJsQ5X
#AngelasPulse #AP #DWB10 #blackcommunities #LOVE #dancingwhileblack #DWB10 #DancingWhileBlack #DWBHOWWEDO #DWBHOWWEBUILD #DWBHOWWETHRIVE #Celebration
May 9
