SummerStage:Screening: A Ballerina’s Tale / Jeremy McQueen’s The Black Iris Project

A Ballerina’s Tale 

Iconic ballerina Misty Copeland made history when she became the first African-American woman to be named principal dancer of the legendary American Ballet Theater. Get the incredible, behind-the-scenes story of how she overcame a tumultuous upbringing and near career-ending injuries to become one of the most revered dancers of her generation in A Ballerina’s Tale. More than just a ballet success story, Copeland’s journey is a hugely inspirational, universal tale of perseverance.

Jeremy McQueen’s The Black Iris Project

Black artistry has changed lives and has demonstrated its potential to spark social change through its cultural pervasiveness exhibited from the Harlem Renaissance to modern day hip hop. Founded in 2016 by award-winning emerging choreographer, Jeremy McQueen, The Black Iris Project highlights the accomplishments of Black professional ballet dancers, jazz and classical composers, and other creative artists through educational outreach efforts and the public presentation of new works inspired by Black heritage.

Date: June 29

Time: 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm