2018

Naturally Within Me: This piece Initially brought up a sense of strength and pride within myself, as an African American Woman. The musical artist Sista Nancy was inspiring as she talks about being one of few female artists in Jamaica at that time and having to perform amongst men, she had to exude her power and demand her respect.

Music by Sister Nancy

Trailer Load of Girls: The choreographer's adolescent view and excitement of watching Jamaican Dancehall through music videos, sexy clothes, sensual movement and confidence of the Dancehall Queens. Sexy, Confident, Fun & Fete!

Music by: Shabba Ranks, Chaka Demus & Pliers, Salty, RDX, Spice, Bunji Garlin, Razor B, and Dynamite

Real Bad Gyal

Strength, Courage, Versatility & Unity Pon di Dance Floor

Music by : Vybz Kartel, Shabba Ranks, Aidonia, and Deca

World A Dance / Dancers’ Anthem: Dancehall music and dance are infectious, bringing people together on the dance floor no matter where they come from. The piece was intended to highlight this spirit of unity through the dance.

Music by: Voicemail

2020

My Power: A piece that serves as a reminder of the unwavering strength, resilience, and inherent power within Black and Brown communities. It was created during the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic and the heightened injustices faced by the Black community; this performance is intended to embody solidarity offering hope and empowerment in the face of adversity.

Music: “My Power” by Nija, Beyonce, Busiswa, Yemi Alade, Tierra Whack, Moonchild Sanelly, and DJ Lag

2023

Black Folk: It's not all peaches and cream but it’s important to come home and be with family to get the traditions, family recipes, secrets, dances, and stories passed down through generations. What happens when Diasporic Black Folk integrate amongst each other? Is there unity? Is there division? What is said and unsaid? Where does one belong in an environment meant to commune and differences are so apparent?

Music: Black Folk by Tank and The Bangas, Alex Isley, Masego

Spoken Word Written By: Erica Rae Smith Performed by: Tamra Greer

That's My Song: That's my song was inspired by a love of Soca and Dancehall music and dance. It's a celebration of how we connect to music, how it brings us together, transports us in time, and allows us a moment to be free. *Includes Visual Art Animation and Spoken Word

Music: Tootsie Roll by 69 Boys and Brave by Dynamite

Spoken Word: ”Reggae Dancehall Memory”

Spoken Word Written and Performed By: Kimberly Hinton

Art Animation By: Robin Clare

Naturally Within Me (Revised): First performed in 2018 at the Kennedy Center through their Local Dance Commissioning Project, this piece Initially brought up a sense of strength and pride within myself, as an African American Woman. The musical artist Sista Nancy was inspiring as she talks about being one of few female artists in Jamaica at that time and having to perform amongst men, she had to exude her power and demand her respect. This work was revisited for Black Discourse’s work in progress to take additional time to *Includes spoken word

Music: “Bam Bam” by Sister Nancy

Written and Performed By: Erica Rae Smith

Journal: During meditation the mind can begin to fill with a series of thoughts, questions, and a strong urge to connect with and learn more about ourselves, our ancestors, and our roots. This work explores moments of sitting with oneself and looking to the past for assurance, reflection, answers, and guidance to lead future steps. Includes Spoken Word

Music: “Healing” by Sampa The Great

Black Discourse: Explores internal and intra-racial conflict as it relates ownership, acceptance, and power struggle within Black communities in America. *First performed as a work in progress, “Culturally Different Equally Black in 2022 as apart of NACHMODC at Atlas Theater”

Music: “Skyhooker” by Ben Salisbury & Geoff Barrow

Killen Dem: An internal battle projected onto another in order to gain personal insight into your inner world.

Choreographed By: Shatiea Blount and Erica Rae Smith

Music: Killen Dem by Zlatan and Burna Boy

Unity: A call to action to stop intra-racial division because together we are stronger.

Music: “Unity” by Buju Banton

2024

When Ancestors Speak: Ancestors shape our future, recalling the past, and guiding self-reflection. This piece envisions their dialogues, exploring untold exchanges and potential manifestations

Music: Golden Sun: By Sound Effects Zone, Composed by: Marco Rinaldo