Join us for an enriching open training session at LANGSTON, specifically designed for performers of color. Led by Olisa Enrico of Ase Theatre, these transformative workshops will inspire you to embrace your authentic self, explore new artistic horizons, and unlock your creative potential through voice and movement. Mondays from September 16 - December 16 from 10AM-12PM.

Sign up now! Dance fitness instructed by Deon "The BodiMechanik" Abdullah, of Holistic Coalition. MixxedFit® is a people-inspired dance fitness program that combines explosive dance movements with bodyweight toning. Moves are easy to follow and repetitive. We dance to Today’s Hits, R&B, Hip Hop, Pop, and basically whatever is trending on TikTok. :)

Sign up now! In partnership with the Hawk Foundation for Research and Education in African Culture,  let's use the healing vibrations of our ancestors to transform our lives in this multi- generational drumming class with master drummer Javeon Byrd. The Hawk Foundations Executive Director, Javoen Byrd, will be facilitating weekly drum circles at Langston Hughes Performing Arts Institute. We will be using an evidence based protocol from Remo Drums and also teaching the community about the history of various drum and African cultures. Come out and connect to the rhythm of your soul, while also learning about West African music history.

Register now! LANGSTON and The Messy Movement Lab Presents “ Intro To Sensual Movement As A Healing Practice” Series Facilitated by Rashida Webb-Miller (Online Only!)

Embark on a transformative journey with The Messy Movement Lab's Sensual
Movement class, a Multimedia Installation Series crafted with intention to offer students
a unique and holistic experience. This innovative class redefines the narrative of the
erotic within a consensual and empowering context, using technology as a tool for
self-intimacy and personal exploration. The series seamlessly blends digital movement
tutorials, intentional space holding, and a multimedia approach, fostering a holistic,
interactive, and reflective exploration of sensual embodiment. The purposeful
environment of the installation series utilizes visual, vocal, and written cues, guiding
participants through each session with intentional breaks and reflection times
seamlessly woven into the fabric of the experience.

Rooted in the Pleasure Centered Movement™ (PCM) Method developed by Rashida
Webb-Miller, this structured and intentional class is a profound journey into somatic
healing through Sensual Movement. Each 75-minute session delves into the core
principles of Sensual Movement, emphasizing the restoration of pleasure, rest, and
radiance. Challenging societal norms around sensuality, the class empowers individuals
to prioritize their desires and intuition. The Messy Movement Lab® ‘s PCM Method
offers a professional and comprehensive approach, reclaiming bodily autonomy,
fostering self-intimacy, and reshaping the narrative of the erotic within a consensual and
empowering context. Immerse yourself in a transformative blend of technology and
movement, where self-expression and exploration take center stage in a holistic,
interactive, and reflective manner.

Please note, this class takes place virtually. You will receive the link to your class session before your class begins.

Let's learn the art of becoming a complete vessel of storytelling. In this immersive course from October 16 to November 20, master storyteller Nana Kibibi will guide you through the essential elements of storytelling, including character analysis, public speaking, vocal projection, and listening skills. You'll also learn the differences between stage and camera performance, focusing on projection, concentration, enunciation, and elocution.

Nana Kibibi brings storytelling to life by illuminating the child within. Pretending is one level, but becoming is far greater. On this journey, you will move from imagination to embodiment, creating moments of transformation.

Come join us and discover the art of becoming your story.

Register now! LANGSTON and The Messy Movement Lab Presents “ Intro To Sensual Movement As A Healing Practice” Series Facilitated by Rashida Webb-Miller (Online Only!)

Embark on a transformative journey with The Messy Movement Lab's Sensual
Movement class, a Multimedia Installation Series crafted with intention to offer students
a unique and holistic experience. This innovative class redefines the narrative of the
erotic within a consensual and empowering context, using technology as a tool for
self-intimacy and personal exploration. The series seamlessly blends digital movement
tutorials, intentional space holding, and a multimedia approach, fostering a holistic,
interactive, and reflective exploration of sensual embodiment. The purposeful
environment of the installation series utilizes visual, vocal, and written cues, guiding
participants through each session with intentional breaks and reflection times
seamlessly woven into the fabric of the experience.

Rooted in the Pleasure Centered Movement™ (PCM) Method developed by Rashida
Webb-Miller, this structured and intentional class is a profound journey into somatic
healing through Sensual Movement. Each 75-minute session delves into the core
principles of Sensual Movement, emphasizing the restoration of pleasure, rest, and
radiance. Challenging societal norms around sensuality, the class empowers individuals
to prioritize their desires and intuition. The Messy Movement Lab® ‘s PCM Method
offers a professional and comprehensive approach, reclaiming bodily autonomy,
fostering self-intimacy, and reshaping the narrative of the erotic within a consensual and
empowering context. Immerse yourself in a transformative blend of technology and
movement, where self-expression and exploration take center stage in a holistic,
interactive, and reflective manner.

Please note, this class takes place virtually. You will receive the link to your class session before your class begins.

Dance fitness instructed by Deon "The BodiMechanik" Abdullah, of Holistic Coalition.