Join us at Harlem Stage for an extraordinary evening of dance and celebration with "E-Moves: Camille A. Brown & Guests—BLACK JOY" on Friday, June 14, 2024, from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM. This special event, held at 150 Convent Avenue, New York, marks a significant milestone in the history of Harlem Stage, celebrating the conclusion of its 40th Anniversary Season.

For 25 years, the signature dance series E-Moves has been a platform for showcasing the incredible talents of artists of color in the realm of movement-based creations. This year, in honor of Harlem Stage's 40th anniversary, we are thrilled to welcome back some of the most influential artists who have contributed to the legacy of our dance programming. These include the likes of Ronald K. Brown, nora chipaumire, and Bill T. Jones, among others.

The evening will be curated by celebrated director and choreographer Camille A. Brown, who first presented in E-Moves in 2004. Brown has assembled an inspiring lineup of associate choreographers from her theater and commercial work, all of whom are forging their own paths in dance. The program will feature works by Chloe Davis, Juel D. Lane, Mayte Natalio, Rickey Tripp, and Maleek Washington, centered around the theme of BLACK JOY.

In addition to these performances, Camille A. Brown will present "TURF," featuring her acclaimed company, Camille A. Brown & Dancers, in a tour de force that has garnered attention from The New York Times and dance enthusiasts worldwide.

This event is supported by the Mellon Foundation, Mertz-Gilmore Foundation, and Harkness Foundation for Dance, ensuring an evening of unparalleled artistic expression and celebration. Seating is reserved, and additional performances will be held on Saturday, June 15, at 7:30 PM.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the power of dance and the joy it brings to our community. Get waitlisted for "E-Moves: Camille A. Brown & Guests—BLACK JOY" and be part of Harlem Stage's historic 40th Anniversary Season.

E-moves: Camille A. Brown & Guests—black Joy

Harlem Stage

Join us at Harlem Stage for an electrifying installment of the E-Moves Dance Series featuring the groundbreaking work of contemporary artist, choreographer, and performer nora chipaumire. This special event, part of Harlem Stage's 40th Anniversary celebrations, showcases the New York premiere of "ShebeenDUB," a revolutionary dance performance that promises to transform the historic Harlem Stage Gatehouse into a dynamic space of sonic and visual rebellion against Empire.

**Event Details:**
- **Date:** Saturday, May 18, 2024
- **Time:** 2:00 PM - 11:59 PM (14:00 - 23:59)
- **Location:** Harlem Stage, 150 Convent Avenue, New York, United States

**Schedule:**
- **2-6PM:** Radio Opera Installation
- **6PM:** Doors Open, DJ Set
- **7:30-9PM:** Performance
- **9PM-12AM:** DJ Dance Party

**Seating:** General Admission with limited bench seating available.

**Ticket Information:**
- Radio Opera Installation Only: $10
- Dance Party Only: $20
- Performance & Dance Party: $40
- ALL ACCESS: $50 (includes Radio Opera Installation, Performance, & Dance Party, offering a $20 savings)

**About the Performance:**
"ShebeenDUB" unfolds in three parts, starting with "Nehanda," a radio opera that immerses audiences in the anti-colonial war in Zimbabwe through the story of Nehanda, a Shona spirit. The performance then transitions to a live dance featuring three dancers and dub music spun by DJ Luz Mob within the "afternow" sound installation, designed by Ari Marcopoulos and Kara Walker. The evening culminates in a DJ dance party, inviting everyone to celebrate the spirit of resistance and community.

For 25 years, Harlem Stage's signature dance series, E-Moves, has been a platform for artists of color to present their movement-based creations. This year, we honor the legacy of artists like Camille A. Brown, Ronald K. Brown, nora chipaumire, and Bill T. Jones, who have significantly contributed to the institution's dance programming and continue to inspire the future of dance.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the radical and transformative power of dance at Harlem Stage. Get your tickets now and be part of a historic celebration of art, resistance, and community.

**Supported by:** Mellon Foundation, Mertz-Gilmore Foundation, Harkness Foundation for Dance, Bloomberg Philanthropies, and the Diana King Memorial Fund presented by the Charles and Lucille King Family Foundation.

Nora Chipaumire

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Past events

14 - 15 Jun, 2024

E-moves: Camille A. Brown & Guests—black Joy · Harlem Stage

17 - 18 May, 2024

E-moves: Nora Chipaumire—shebeendub · Harlem Stage

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