Taína Larot

Nicolas Huchard

Perelman Performing Arts Center

Experience the captivating fusion of street dance and storytelling at the Perelman Performing Arts Center with "The Barefoot Diva P IS FOR POP D IS FOR DIP." This remarkable event, held on January 13-14, 2024, is a highlight of the Motion/Matter: Street Dance Festival, celebrating the vibrant street dance movements from New York City and beyond.

"The Barefoot Diva," choreographed by the internationally acclaimed Nicolas Huchard, is a powerful performance that explores the intersection of activism and dance. It features five Black women, each embodying the fight and faith in the transformative power of dance. This piece is a gentle yet forceful exploration of boundaries, blending the feminine and masculine, and spanning continents and disciplines.

Complementing this, "P is for pop D is for dip" by Kia LaBeija, with an original score by DonChristian Jones and creative direction by Taína Larot, is a theatrical work that delves into the art of Voguing. This World Premiere work, commissioned by PAC NYC, explores the connections and missed connections between Voguing and the relationships of those who have paved the way. Starring Kia LaBeija and Ehizoje Azeke, this performance is a testament to the legacy and evolution of Voguing as an art form.

Tickets for this unique double feature are Pay-What-You-Wish, ranging from $15 to $120, making it accessible to a wide audience. Don't miss this opportunity to witness the fusion of dance, activism, and storytelling at the Perelman Performing Arts Center.