Collaborators
- Set Design
- Tyler Herald
- Choreography
- Ama & Chris Law in collaboration with the movement artists
- Sound Design
- Jeffrey Dorfman
- Video Design
- Mark Costello
- Lighting Design
- Brandi Martin
Through the perspective of a young person of color trying to join a new and intriguing community, Full Circle addresses cycles of violence recurring throughout American history since Congress’ abolishment of slavery in 1865. The work is influenced by Chris Law’s upbringing as a black man during hip hop’s explosion in the 1990s and it features an innovative blend of modern dance and hip hop movement. The piece evolved as Chris and Ama Law both became frustrated with the volume of police brutality being reported in the news.
Full Circle allows audiences to explore issues that are affecting American citizens. It is our intent that this production empowers both the youth and adults in our community to feel welcome to share their views regarding our heavy social and political climate. We are encouraging dialogue that will lead to a better future.
Also performed at
- 2024 Black History Month Assembly at the Bullis School (excerpt)
- 2023 National Dance Day Festival at The Kennedy Center (excerpt)
- 2018 Howard County Dance Festival Gala Concert at Howard Community College (excerpt)
- 2018 Dance Place DC Co-Presentation Series
- 2017 Spring Dance Major Concert at Howard University (performed by HU dance majors)
- 2016 Kennedy Center’s Millennium Stage (excerpt)
- 2016 Shared Graduate Concert at the Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center (work-in-progress)