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In This Issue: The words of the month - Thanks and GIVING

Hello wonderful Supporters and Arts Enthusiasts!

As we enter a time to give thanks, (VC)Bynum Arts Thanks YOU for all the love and support that you have shown us this year. We highlight our workshops, performances, and improved business practices, putting our best foot forward in the community! Each year, we participate in #GIVINGTUESDAY, an annual global generosity movement to support 501(c)(3) organizations that serve our community. Giving Tuesday takes place on Dec 3rd, after Thanksgiving.

As we continue to empower communities through the arts, we invite you to partner with us for #GIVINGTUESDAY and our founder's Birthday fun. Stay tuned for updates and information on how you can support the arts and Inspire Humanity this season!

We said it would be a party and a party it was! Black brilliance graced the stage to turn the Armory up a few notches. With several eye-provoking and foot-stomping performances, smiles, claps and head nods filled the building. It was a true experience sharing Art with the community.

We send a special Thank you to the Seattle Center and the performing artists who shared their gifts. Photo credits: Christine Mitchell

The dancers did a wonderful job performing at Missa Gaia Earth Mass 2024! Blessings were all around with the outstanding Rev. Beverly Moore-Tasy, musical director Ryan Ellis, and the amazing choirs. The JOY that emanated from each dancer was palpable and truly appreciated. It was beautiful to see how everyone embraced the moment and shared their amazing gifts. The room was filled with life and love as we honored the Earth and the Animals.

Click the links below to view the videos :

Canticle of Brother Sun from Missa Gaia

Kyrie from Missa Gaia

Choreography: Vania C. Bynum

Photo credits: Brandon K Bynum

Oct - Bellevue College Pop-up Class

For our first Pop-up class on October 15th, we had nothing less than an amazing time. We hosted a Hip Hop and Jazz class with a room full of almost 30 people from different walks of life, all ready to dance! It was great to see everyone learning and growing throughout the class. We threw some curve balls, and they caught them! We also had fun connecting and learning!

Thank you Bellevue College Umoja Scholars for the opportunity to partner and host this Hip Hop/Jazz Pop-up class.  We also thank the City of Bellevue for the support of our programming.

Photo Credit: Umoja Scholars

Events in Our Community:

THE ODUNDE FESTIVAL WAS AN AMAZING EVENT! We continue to support the legacy of African Dance.

Join us for the Black Nativity, 2024 on Dec 4th - Dec 29. Tickets are on sale now! Go to intiman.org/black-nativity/ Co-produced with The Hansberry Project, the entire creative team, led by Valerie Curtis-Newton (director) is back. Get your tickets today. This show performed to sold out audiences in 2023!

Congratulations to the creative team on winning the 2024 Gregory Award for Outstanding Production - Musical and to Sam Townsend for Outstanding Musical Direction.

#BlackNativity #Seattle #seathtr #OnSaleNow #Holiday #Joy #2024

Join us for our fourth annual celebration on Saturday, January 4, 2025. We will acknowledge and celebrate individuals and organizations that embody the seven principles of Kwanzaa!!

More information about tickets will follow.

Go to the link below and get your nominations in before November 30th!

1. Umoja (Unity)
2. Kujichagulia (Self-Determination)
3. Ujima (Collective Work & Responsibility)
4. Ujamaa (Cooperative Economics)
5. Nia (Purpose)
6. Kuumba (Creativity)
7. Imani (Faith)
8. *Nguzo Saba (Seven Principles)

Kwanzaa Awards

https://www.kwanzaaawards.org/

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Until next time,

Keep an attitude of gratitude

VaniaCB

Photo credits: @dancewear.center & @enavantphotography

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