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  • Wed/Thu/Fri, Sep 24 - 26, 2025 | 4:30-7:30PM
Malcolm sits on a stack of red chairs, he looks directly to the camera leaning slightly right. Photo courtesy of the artist.
ID: Malcolm sits on a stack of red chairs, he looks directly to the camera leaning slightly right. Photo courtesy of the artist.

CHASING THE FRAMEWORK is an open framework centering improvisational performance to excavate thematic structures within the body; rooted in Blackness, abstraction, and relentless exploration, seeks to unearth possibilities beyond the confines of our current reality, dismantling oppressive systems like white supremacy, patriarchy, capitalism, and sexism.

We start by conceptualizing repetition and exploring themes of cyclical patterns in behavior, thoughts, and ideas. We will use somatic practices from childhood to unlock an otherwise possibility to imagine space outside of everything complexed.

For workshop-related questions, please email programs@movementresearch.org.

Accessibility Notes

  • This workshop includes auditive guidance.

To request ASL interpretation or Audio Description, please email accessibility@movementresearch.org, subject line “ASL/Audio Description Request, Malcolm-x Betts” at least three (3) weeks prior to the first date of the workshop.

For access-related questions and requests, please contact accessibility@movementresearch.org, subject line “Malcolm-x Betts.”

Past workshop

Location

The Bob (previously known as 9th St Studio)
150 First Avenue
New York, NY 10009

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Artists

Malcolm-x Betts

Malcolm-x Betts

Malcolm-x Betts is a New York based visual and dance artist who believes that art is a transformative vehicle that brings people and communities together.

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