Celebrating its 47th Anniversary Season, Cleo Parker Robinson Dance is an international dance-arts and educational institution rooted in African American traditions, dedicated to excellence in instruction, performance and community programming. Cleo Parker Robinson Dance views dance as a universal language of movement - celebrating performance, individual expression, healing and peace, and committed to honoring diversity and inclusiveness throughout the global community.
"Shades of Hip Hop" explores the diverse cultural elements that have led to the creation and development of Hip Hop. Audiences will learn about the 5 basic elements of Hip Hop, its influences from African and Social Dance, James Brown's unique impact, and the ways in which Hip Hop is used to encourage awareness for social and political change.
