Director’s Note

Welcome to our 2023 Black History Month dance concert! This year we chose to name the performance Black in the Theatre in celebration of our re-entry into McCrary Theatre. In collaboration with the CREDE, the running theme throughout this concert is Black Renaissance, a celebration of black art. This concert features works from world renowned choreographers such as Michelle Gibson and Souleymane Solo Sana. You will also see performances from Elon student organizations, The Moment and Melonated Melodies, and a local technique conservatory The Pointe! Congratulations to every person who had a hand in making this concert a success and to the Elon seniors, I see you. Enjoy the show!

In peace,

Professor Keshia Wall, Artistic Director

Special Thanks

The Center for Race, Ethnicity, & Diversity Education, The African & African American Studies Minor, The Black Lumen Project, Cultural & Special Programs, The Truitt Center for Religious & Spiritual Life, Elon University Arts Administration Program, Jennifer Guy Metcalf, Jessica Werfel, Kimberly Rippy, Heidi Jo Schiemer, The 99 Band, Black Student Union

For Black Girls Who Read bell hooks…

Choreographed by Keshia Wall

Music Credit: Wings 1 by Michael Wall, Kentucky Is My Fate by bell hooks and Rachel Grimes

Costume Design: Keshia Wall

Dancers: Evelyn Ealey, Khairi Morrow, Kayla Spalding, Maya Simmons

Spoken Word

Performer: Eileena Boyce