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Black Leaves Dance Company: Sons of Douglass

  • Joe's Movement Emporium 3309 Bunker Hill Road Mount Rainier, MD 20712 (map)

Confronting questions of masculinity, race, sexuality and religion, the Leaves find strength in the prophetic words of Frederick Douglass and other Black poet-philosophers. Their wisdom, derived from pain, guides them toward self-actualization. Through this, they shine light on family dynamics, the continued struggle with systemic racism, and the ever empowering, but complex relationship with God.

Black Leaves Dance Company is an all-Black, all-male, queer-inclusive dance company specializing in modern ballet, highlighting the stories and perspectives of Black men in America. We explore themes related to identity and self-actualization: questions of masculinity, sexuality, religion, and race.

SHOW TIMES

Saturday, October 29th at 7:30 PM

Sunday, October 30th at 4:00 PM

Ticket Price: $25

*PLEASE NOTE THAT BY PURCHASING YOUR TICKET YOU AGREE TO THE FOLLOWING SAFETY POLICIES.

COVID-19 Safety Policies:

  • If you are sick, stay home!

  • Masks are required

  • Proof of vaccination is required

    • You may show the physical vaccination card or a photo of the card on your phone

    • If you are unable to be vaccinated, you must provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test within 72 hours of the day of the performance

  • No outside food or drink, no food in the theater

Earlier Event: October 30
Pipeline Playwrights: Playwriting 101
Later Event: November 5
Family Series: Experimental Art Class