Choreographic Research (Major Works)
My choreography is a core part of my research practice. I use dance not only as a form of artistic expression, but also as a way to investigate, question, and communicate cultural knowledge. Each piece is deeply research-driven, drawing from the embodied histories, aesthetics, and political realities of Black communities. Grounded in the cultural values of Black communities and the African diasporic lineage of Hip-Hop, House, Locking, Popping, and Breaking, my choreography examines how these forms transmit knowledge, hold memory, and shape identity. I explore how dance can serve as a vehicle for cultural reclamation, resistance, and joy, while also pushing the expressive and technical possibilities of these forms in performance contexts. My choreography asks: What stories do these dances carry? What knowledge do they pass down? And how can they shape our understanding of identity, culture, and social change? My work intentionally blurs the lines between the stage and the circle, between performance and ritual, inviting audiences to participate in practices of witnessing, remembering, and celebration. I approach choreography as a space where education, culture, and creativity meet, a space where Black cultural practices are uplifted, respected, and reimagined within the context of higher education and the wider dance field.
Sankofa: Groovin’ Through Time
