THIS IS RISK looks forward and back in celebrating four decades of operating at the vanguard of movement and social activism. THIS IS RISK takes the audience through intentional storytelling to the next space of collective brilliance. This energetically charged evening includes iconic works by Founder Jawole Willa Jo Zollar, featuring live music, and a new commission by long-time UBW collaborator and choreographer Vincent Thomas.

Featured works: 

• Contemplations on Legacy — Highlights the power of our diversity, individual experiences, and histories.

• Shelter (1989) — Explores contemporary and historical relationships of people affected by displacement and lack of societal safety nets.

• Batty Moves (1995) — “Batty” (pronounced Baa-ty) is a word used in the Caribbean meaning buttocks. This dance was created to honor a woman named Sarah Baartman, also known as the Hottentot Venus.