Let's Talk Dance: A Look Behind the Narrative
Eleven black dancers from historically white ballet companies were commissioned by The Kennedy Center to create and perform a brand new ballet in just two weeks. This is their story. Winner of an Anthem Award From the Webbys!
As a unique aspect of Reframing the Narrative, eleven black dancers from historically white ballet companies were commissioned to create this brand new work, "From Other Suns."
Choreographer Donald Byrd hosts a conversation with Artistic Directors from Dance Theatre of Harlem, Ballethnic Dance Company Inc., and Collage Dance Collective about their participation in Reframing the Narrative, a week-long celebration of Black ballet artists.
Part of Reframing the Narrative, a week-long celebration of Black ballet artists, members of the curatorial team discuss the origins of the idea for this celebration and the reasons why this work has been an urgent undertaking.
Explore our deep archive of video highlights from this annual event paying tribute to our nation's preeminent artists with performances by the great stars of today who have followed in their footsteps.
Cynthia Erivo has graced the Kennedy Center stages for nearly a decade. See some of her most memorable performances here.
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