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The A-8 Experience is a visionary response to Louisiana's political landscape, sparked by contentious healthcare legislation. Set in Baton Rouge, the project bridges societal divides through dynamic performance art and guided affirmations, fostering introspection and dialogue. By juxtaposing audience and cast demographics, it offers a transformative journey, resonating deeply with participants and celebrating the power of positive affirmation and artistic expression.

More On The Project Creative Approach & Improvisational Artists Collaboration

Included Materials & Project Briefing Highlights: Show Synopsis, Scope of Activism, Pre-Show Social Experimentation, Post-Show Panel Discussion, Artistry Development Workshop & Master Classes, Virtual Media Integration, Audience Engagement & Interactive Showcase Event Materials

Project Conception

PRODUCTION INSIGHTS

“When I dare to be powerful, to use my strength in the service of my vision, then it becomes less and less important whether I am afraid.”

— Audre Lorde | Writer, Feminist & Civil Rights Activist

A-8 Photos - Album I

A-8 Photo Albums… Presenting a comprehensive visual narrative chronicling the production journey, Album I showcases striking imagery of brand marketing materials, promotional tools, and the official souvenir event program. Album II captures the essence of the event through images of performers and captivating onstage moments. Candid snapshots from pre-show artistry workshops and post-show panel discussions offer an intimate look into the event's extended enrichment experiences.

*Guest Artist - Dance Soloist |* **Alyseia Darby** (New Orleans, LA)

A-8 Photos - Album II

“Even if it makes others uncomfortable,
I will love who I am.”

— Janelle Monáe, Singer-Songwriter and Actress

The A-8 Experience presents an immersive theatrical design, delicately delving into societal issues while fostering audience engagement and expression. Through pre-show experiments and post-show panels, it aims to inform and empower participants on overlooked topics like economic disparities and cultural challenges. Offering a safe space for personal and societal exploration, it encourages deeper understanding and consideration.

*Guest Artist - Dance Soloist |* **Roxi Victorian** (Washington, D.C.)

*Guest Artist - Spoken Word Poet |* **Michal Graves** (Samford, AL)

“Before a child talks, they sing. Before they write, they draw. As soon as they stand, they dance.
ART is fundamental to human expression.”

— Phylicia Rashad | Singer, Dancer, Actress

A-8 Video Gallery offers a dynamic array of supplemental footage, highlighting collaborative artist performances, guest company works, and promotional commercials. Audience interludes, featuring interactive segments, reveal unexpected production insights and social experiments conducted before and during the show. These videos provide a glimpse into the show's immersive experience, fostering reflection and engagement with its thematic elements.

*Guest Artist - Slam Poet |* **Brandon L. Jackson** (Dallas, TX)

Video Gallery

“We must love each other and support each other. We have nothing to lose but our chains.”

— Assata Shakur | Activist

A-8 News & Media Sources, a mixed selection of press materials provides insights into the production's thematic depth and societal relevance. Included are news articles, the official press release, and editorials discussing Baton Rouge's contentious healthcare debate and subsequent legislative reforms influenced by the production's impact.