Upcoming Events
BODY JOY!
Body Joy is a class designed with all movers in mind!
It is based on the understanding that The Body is designed to move, to experience rhythms that keeps it whole, fortified, and mobile.
The class will be Primarily influenced by the modern styles of Graham, Horton and Dunham and African rooted movement, AIB’s Adult Class with Men Ca is an Afro-Modern based class that exuberantly challenges the body to get into the groove, while directly motivating the heart and mind to speak to the universe.
Quote from your Instructor Men Ca:
“We begin in joy and end in joy… because we are joy.” - Men Ca
Heartbeats and Harmonies
Immerse yourself in an afternoon of vibrant Dance and Celebration at this year's Annual Dance concert, titled "Heartbeats and Harmonies!"
This Concert pays homage to music and songs that gave rise to wonderful harmonies that live in our hearts. Through trials and tribulations we are reminded that we are beautiful souls and that we should acknowledge that beauty as much as possible.
So, be present as our students dance to some of the most memorable songs by respected artists including, Stevie Wonder, Sade, Ray Charles, Earth Wind and Fire, Kendrick Lamar, Sister Sledge, Heavy D and More!
Led by Vision Leader Lakai Worrell, and Operations Director Shani Worrell, our team of talented Professional Dance Artists, include Tricia Greenidge, MenCa, Lucas Santos, Jose Martinez-Chavalier, Hollie Wright, Tyquan Evans, Shaneeka Nicholson and Imani Nowlin-Jenkins guide students from Arts in Blue's "The Studio" to captivate you with original choreography that transcends boundaries, celebrates community, and inspires the timeless essence of Joy!
Truth Be Told, Black History is... (Evening Show)
Challenged by the curiosity of their children, the elders must share their experiences to bring History to life. By telling their stories they intend to inspire and expand the idea of the black experience: courageously exploring what it is, what it ain’t, and what it should be… now!
Truth Be Told, Black History is... (School performance)
Challenged by the curiosity of their children, the elders must share their experiences to bring History to life. By telling their stories they intend to inspire and expand the idea of the black experience: courageously exploring what it is, what it ain’t, and what it should be… now!
Kwanzaa: Roots and Rhythm
Join the Langston Hughes Community Library & Cultural Center for Roots and Rhythm: A Kwanzaa Celebration of Kujichagulia. In partnership with Cherub Alethia Ruth, this vibrant event will feature gospel and soul music, dance by Arts In Blue, and spoken word poetry celebrating Kwanzaa. Enjoy soulful melodies, rhythmic dance, and inspiring words that honor the principles of Self-Determination, collective work, and responsibility.
Hostos Community College Kwanzaa Event
The Annual Hostos Community College Kwanzaa Event has been a staple to the Bronx community for over 25 years.
This year Arts in Blue will participate as invited guest performers!
Our performance will be a blend of African, Tap, and Modern dances infused with Original Poetry and Song to pay homage to the Celebration of Kwanzaa.
Performance details:
Hostos Community College
Date: December 5th, 2024
Time: 7pm - 8:30pm
(Note: Length of event is 90 minutes, our performance time will be a 15 minute insert)
Location: 450 Grand Concourse: C Building