First Look: World Premiere Dance Production of EMOTIONS by the Newly Formed Blind Dance Company

CRE Outreach is pleased to announce the World Premiere dance production of EMOTIONS by the newly formed Blind Dance Company, in which all performers are sightless, on Saturday, August 12, 2017 at 7:00pm at The Lazarus Experience, located at 224 E. 11th Street Loft 501, in downtown Los Angeles, CA 90015.

Featured dancers include Natalie Gross, Kenny Lee, Ronald Chism, Sylvia Taylor, Barbara Ford, Christina Johnson, and William Andrus, who, guided by professional dancer and choreographer, Hydeia Muhammad, perform for the first time as the Blind Dance Company.

During the performance, you will experience various emotions through these talented, all-blind dancers, with many genres of dance represented including Hip-Hop, Ballroom, Contemporary and much more!

Each number will introduce a different form of emotion while incorporating the beauty of fulfillment and the ability to overcome obstacles through dance. The evening promises to be a unique experience for all audience members as well as the cast and production team. For this World Premiere production, upscale casual or cocktail attire is requested.

EMOTIONS, directed and choreographed by Hydeia Muhammad for the Blind Dance Company, takes place on Saturday, August 12, 2017 at The Lazarus Experience, located at 224 E. 11th Street Loft 501, in downtown Los Angeles, CA 90015. A pre-show reception with hors d'oeuvres and wine will take place from 7-7:30pm with the performance following. The evening's run time is approximately two hours.

Presale general admission tickets are $20, or $25 for V.I.P. seats reserved in first three rows surrounding the dance floor. General admission tickets may be purchased at the door for $25, contingent on available seats. Tickets are available at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/emotions-the-blind-dance-company-tickets-36006147356 or http://creoutreach.org/box-office/upcoming-events/

The Lazarus Experience is located in the downtown fashion district where street parking is free after 6pm. There is also a free parking lot after 6pm, operated by Grant Parking, available on Los Angeles Street between East 11th and Olympic.

About CRE Outreach

CRE Outreach is a non-profit performing arts organization dedicated to empowering underserved individuals in greater Los Angeles. CRE stands for Create, Reflect, Empower - words that encompass the process, focus, and targeted outcomes of our programs. Since 2007, CRE Outreach has utilized theatre, the performing arts, and educational programs as a means to enhance self-esteem, encourage self-expression, and empower individuals to overcome the challenges in their lives. For more CRE Outreach information, visit http://creoutreach.org/

Photos by Shari Barrett

Photo 1: Professional dancer and choreographer Hydeia Muhammad rehearses with Blind Dance Company members Ronald Chism, Natalie Gross, Kenny Lee, and Sylvia Taylor

Photo 2: Ronald Chism and Natalie Gross perform a waltz to "Kissing You" by Des'ree.

Photo 3: Natalie Gross and Ronald Chism perform hip hop to "Anaconda" by Nicki Minaj.

Photo 4: Kenny Lee and Sylvia Taylor dance a Tango to "Santa Maria."