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"I was holding back tears."
- Audience Member, H.O.P.E. Show
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h.o.p.e. show
​H.O.P.E. is a theatrical movement love letter to restore joy and hope in our communities. Uniquely fresh every time, raw freestyle is mixed with spirited choreography, spoken word, and music to paint untold stories that cultivate a space for cathartic release and transformation. Featuring a tapestry of artistic elements, H.O.P.E seamlessly integrates multiple street dance forms, including Hip Hop, House, Locking, and Krump, spoken word and additional audio-visual components. We invite audiences to activate their inner child and follow the characters on a SOULful quest filled with struggle, awakening, and ultimately - H.O.P.E.​
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At the end of the show an intimate Q&A between the audience and performers is held in the theater. Audience members are then invited to more deeply investigate and connect with the show's message as they are welcome to join cast members for a movement experience which concludes the production.
Soul Train Tribute
Originally titled " Passage to Freedom: A Soul Train Tribute ", this performance premiered at the USC Kaufman School of Dance and the Wallis Annenberg Center for Performing Arts. It captures the vibrant spring & essence of the global Campbellock dance, also known as Locking, a dance created in the 1970's by Don Campbellock. This work serves as a dual tribute to the legacy of the infamous show "Soul Train" and the impact of Campbellock, intertwining personal narratives with historical context.
Through a blend of autobiographical elements and the stories of individual iconic "Soul Train" dancers, the performance highlights the journey of Don Campbell and the emergence of Locking. It explores the context leading up to his calling, allowing the audience to discover their own paths to personal freedom. The performance aims to create a generation empowered by the spirit of Soul Train and Locking, celebrating the intergenerational aspects of this dance form. Featuring cultural practices such as the iconic Locking handshake, reinforcing the notion that this movement transcends mere dance; it is a powerful message of social connection and inclusivity.
