Our Art Meets Activism…
INTRO TO A-8
Embark on a profound exploration of transformation, self-discovery, and the nuanced interplay between appearance and reality with The A-8 Experience. Our project delved deep into the human psyche, unraveling the complexities of conflicting desires and motivations that shape our journey through life. As an artistic response to political maneuvering and societal shifts, the experience stood as a communal call to action amidst contentious discourse. Navigating themes of self-reflection, resilience, and liberation, it invited participants to ponder their role in shaping the world. With project initiatives held in Atlanta, GA, and Dallas, TX, together with a culminating performance showcase held in Baton Rouge, LA, participants used improvisational methods of creation to navigate societal dynamics that helped to illuminate pathways toward collective growth and empowerment. The A-8 Experience was more than just a performance — it was a portal leap into a brighter tomorrow!
“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.”
Learn More About
Our Approach To Ensemble Creations
& Show Conception
Included Materials & Highlights: Responsive Activism, Contextual Landscape, Embracing the Power of Affirmations, Show Synopsis, & Event Conspectus
“Before a child talks, they sing.
Before they write, they draw.
As soon as they stand, they dance.
ART is fundamental to human expression.”
Contextual Landscape: The showcase unfolded at Independence Park Theatre, near Baton Rouge's center. The theater sits along a historic racial divide, with North Baton Rouge predominantly black and South Baton Rouge predominantly white. The showcase, featuring a predominantly white audience and cast against an all-black production team, was notable for its deliberate demographic juxtaposition.
Event Conspectus: The 90-minute production unfolds in the A-8 Lounge, an open, vibrantly lit space. Artists present their work while a neutral commentator guides attendees through varied perspectives. Each scene prompts introspection—"What am I affirming into my life?"—challenging discomfort and culminating in ease. The lounge's rhythm, orchestrated by the band Vibe Element, encapsulates a resonant frequency—an interactive reminder of positive affirmation.
