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Dancing While Black | Master Classes For the Masses

Edisa Weeks

  • Sat, Jun 14, 2025 | 4:00-5:30PM
  • Donation-based
  • MR, 122CC – Ninth Street Studio
A black and grey photo; Edisa smiles and gazes up in front of a slated wall. The words on the graphic read, Angela's Pulse performance projects, Dancing While Black MASTER CLASSES FOR THE MASSES with Edisa Weeks.
ID: A black and grey photo; Edisa smiles and gazes up in front of a slated wall. The words on the graphic read, Angela's Pulse performance projects, Dancing While Black MASTER CLASSES FOR THE MASSES with Edisa Weeks.

Exploring the Personal and Political

Using personal memories and political events as source material, we will explore methods for delving into movement and text. Participants are encouraged to tap into their theatrical and kinesthetic imagination, and to work intuitively and collaboratively to generate gutsy theatrical dance work.

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  • This class includes auditive guidance.

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    MR, 122CC – Ninth Street Studio
    150 First Avenue
    New York, NY 10009

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    Artists

    Edisa Weeks

    Edisa Weeks

    Edisa Weeks is a Brooklyn, NY based choreographer and founder of DELIRIOUS Dances. She teaches improvisation, modern technique, and choreography at Queens College.

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