CHRISTIAN BLUE

Chrisitan Blue is a Performance Artist currently based in New York City. Originally from Phoenix, AZ, Blue grew up dancing in the competition circuit until receiving a full merit scholarship from The University of Arizona School of Dance, where he earned a BFA in Dance with recognition of exceptional performance in the modern dance style. Since graduating in 2020, Blue has toured internationally with Parsons Dance, performed in the historic “racial barrier breaking” opera Fire Shut Up in My Bones at the Metropolitan Opera, and has shown his own work around the world in gallery settings such as The Shed in NYC and at Venice Biennale. Blue is happy to share his artistry with CABD for the premiere of Camille’s newest work: I AM.

DORSE BROWN

At the age of 7, Dorse Brown began his dance career in his hometown of Little Rock, AR. He graduated from the University of Memphis and appeared on the 5th season of "So You Think You Can Dance." He is so honored to have danced with the Dayton Contemporary Dance Company from 2011- 2015. Brown has been contracted with Royal Caribbean Cruise line and Norwegian Cruise Lines as a soloist. He was selected for the Bronzlens Film Festival and the Emerging Black Choreographer Incubator. This is his third season with Camille A. Brown and Dancers.

MIKHAIL CALLISTE

Born in the Islands of Trinidad and Tobago, Mikhail Calliste never thought dance would become a paramount within his life. Surrounded by a cultural amalgamation, Calliste's fascination with movement sparked at a young age. Inspired by Carnival and traditional dances that showcased the island's rich history, his “why” was discovered. Little did Mikhail know, this stepping stone would expose him to a limitless world. Moving to New York, Calliste discovered worlds of artistic opportunities, allowing him to experiment with movement near to his routes. With an unyielding passion, Calliste is driven to explore his artistic expression to its greatest levels.

BRIANNA DAWKINS

Brianna Dawkins is a dance artist and choreographer from Prince George’s County, Maryland. She trained at The Washington Ballet at the ARC and Suitland High School. She recently graduated from George Mason University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance Performance and Choreography with a minor in Arts Management. She has attended Deeply Rooted Dance Theater and Jacob’s Pillow summer programs on scholarship. Her choreographic works were presented at the International Association of Blacks in Dance and the Young Choreographer’s Festival. She has worked with Debbie Allen, Amanda Standard, Hope Boykin, Mora-Amina Parker, and Roger Jeffery. She has performed in works choreographed by Robert Battle, Kyle Abraham, and Camille A. Brown.

EBONI EDWARDS

Eboni LaTay Edwards, 23, is a versatile dancer, choreographer, actor, and educator with a dynamic stage presence that has captivated audiences across the U.S. and Japan. She made her Broadway debut at age 7 in Billy Elliot the Musical, working with Stephen Daldry and Elton John. Eboni performed with The Alison Owusu Experience Dance Company, Bambara African Drum and Dance Ensemble, and Thiossane West African Dance Institute. A recent graduate from The Ohio State University with a BFA in Dance and a BA in Psychology, she has educated artists at Patternz Summer Camp, Empowering Young Voices, and NJ public schools.

DESTINI HENDRICKS

Destini Hendricks is an Orlando native. She trained around central Florida and then relocated to New York City, graduating with a BFA in commercial dance from Pace University in 2023. Some credits include The Wiz Broadway (Marquis Theatre), Tootsie the Musical (Ogunquit Playhouse), Cher’s Here We Go Again Tour (Nile Rodger’s & chic), New York Fashion Week, The Chocolate Nutcracker. Destini has trained and worked with many choreographers in both commercial, theater, and the concert world and can’t wait to continue her journey working with more!

ALAIN 'HURRIKANE' LAUTURE

Alain 'Hurrikane' Lauture, born in Haiti, is a performer and educator. His training includes Rhapsody James’ “Motivating Excellence” along with various training schools in NYC like Peridance, and Broadway Dance Center. Now widely known in the underground scene for his impact as a "Locker”, Hurrikane carries his skills throughout his work in the industry, performing with artists like Janet Jackson, and Madonna, while also immersing himself in Broadway plays like “Skeleton Crew” and “Hippest Trip; A Soul Train Musical”. He currently dances for Latasha Barnes’ “The Jazz Continuum”, and has been dancing with Camille A. Brown and Dancers for a year.

ONYXX NOEL

Onyxx Noel, from Newark, DE, twirled her way through her first dance class at CCAC. The guidance from her teachers there later led her to DCNS Dance, Eleone Dance Theatre, and Uarts (Dance BFA). Along her journey, she was blessed to work with esteemed educators and choreographers such as Kim Bears-Bailey, Kyle & Dinita Clark, Darrell Grand Moultrie, Milton Myers, and Ronald K. Brown amongst others. Additional highlights include Porgy & Bess (Met Opera), Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom (Netflix), In The Heights (HBO Max), and Camille A. Brown & Dancers where she is entering her fourth season. Onyxx’s black girl magic is also being debuted on Broadway, in Alicia Keys’ highly acclaimed new musical Hell’s Kitchen. Thankful for family & God’s precious hands on my life! #coveredbyChrist

COURTNEY ROSS

Courtney Ross hails from New Orleans, LA. Courtney earned her B.F.A., with honors, from The Ailey School/Fordham University. She has toured with Ailey II and later, Ronald K. Brown/EVIDENCE. She has performed closely with Jon Batiste and Jemel McWilliams on the UNEASY National tour. Other credits include Associate Choreographer of the Broadway revival of 1776 (Choreographed by Jeffrey Page), Porgy and Bess (Metropolitan Opera), 2023 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade (NBC), 2016 VMA's: Beyoncé (MTV). Courtney joined CABD in 2019. She gives thanks to God, her family, and chosen tribe for the unwavering support!

MICHELLE 'MIKI' SCOTT

Michelle "Miki" Scott. Thank you for being here (smile). I am a multifaceted artist dedicated to heart-centered connection. From solo backpacking trips, to meditation and study with Indigenous Tribes, I follow my joy and move closer to freedom through it! As a versatile performer, my credits span Theater, Stage, TV, & Film. Including Rihanna, Jon Batiste, Taylor Swift, Apple, Gap, The Metropolitan Opera, New World Stages, The Get Down, & Blues Clues, among others. Sharing this work of love with you is a great privilege! I hope it inspires you to connect to the truth of who you are! A phenomenal being, complete and divine!

SEQUOIIA

San Francisco native SeQuoiia is a multi-talented actor, choreographer, percussionist, rapper, and vocalist. He recently appeared in Oya Mae's Packages O' The Things We Deliver and co-developed De Mangangá: An Afro-Brazilian Musical at the San Francisco Bay Area Theatre Company's New Roots Theatre Festival in 2023. SeQuoiia has also performed in the world premiere of Hippest Trip-The Soul Train Musical, the Metropolitan Opera's Champion, the film Freaky Tales, and Camille A. Brown & Dancers' I AM. He self-produced and released two EPs, Project 23 and Sometimes We Forget to Dance.

CURTIS THOMAS

Curtis Thomas is a performer, educator, and creative consultant originally from New Orleans. With a performing career that has spanned both concert dance and theater, he has worked with artists such as Banning Bouldin, David Dorfman, Kayla Farrish, and Margot Gelber as well as in the cast and creative team of the hit musical Waitress. Most recently Curtis has danced in the Metropolitan Opera's productions of Carmen and Fire Shut Up In My Bones co-directed and choreographed by Camille A. Brown. Curtis is also a creative and curricular consultant working with data scientists, choreographers, and young learners to merge the worlds of computer programming, education, and dance.