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Black Girl: BLOOM
About the Black Girl BLOOM Trip
The Black Girl BLOOM Trip is a transformative, arts-centered travel experience designed to expand the imagination, confidence, and sense of possibility for young Black girls in the BLOOM community.
As part of this special journey, students will attend a live performance of Black Girl: Linguistic Play (BGLP), choreographed by acclaimed artist Camille A. Brown, featuring BLOOM Dance Director Courtney Ross. Students will receive an exclusive backstage tour of a Broadway theater, offering rare behind-the-scenes access to professional performance spaces and careers in the arts.
Check out Ms. Courtney performing in BGLP below.
Black Girl Linguistic Play
About BLACK GIRL: LINGUISTIC PLAY Celebrated choreographer Camille A. Brown unfurls the joys and complexities of Black girlhood across three dynamic duets. Through live music and a mix of movement traditions—stepping, Double Dutch, Juba, ring shout—BLACK GIRL: LINGUISTIC PLAY resonates with the humanity of young women whose experiences deserve to be danced.
During the trip, students will attend the performance, visit a cultural institution such as the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, see a Broadway musical, and participate in guided reflection activities led by BLOOM staff. These experiences are intentionally designed to support social-emotional learning, cultural affirmation, and artistic inspiration.
We are actively raising funds to make this opportunity possible — and you can help. Every donation plants a seed of inspiration that will last a lifetime. Funds raised for this trip will cover airfare, lodging, meals, performance tickets, and cultural excursions for both the students and the staff chaperone.
Upon return, students will share their experiences through written reflections and a group presentation during BLOOM’s Spring Session, inspiring their peers to imagine new possibilities for themselves and their futures.
Through this experience, BLOOM affirms what we teach every day — that young Black girls deserve to be seen, celebrated, and supported as they step into their power as artists, leaders, and whole beings. When dance, culture, and identity meet purpose, our girls are empowered to dream bigger, move freer, and BLOOM louder. 🌸
Ailey Experience
About The Ailey Experience: New Orleans
For the first time ever, The Ailey Experience is coming to New Orleans — hosted by BLOOM Dance, Inc. in collaboration with the Dillard University Diamonds Dance Team.
This world-renowned program offers dancers of all levels the chance to train with prominent Ailey instructors and former Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater members right here at home. Participants will explore a variety of techniques while learning the powerful history and legacy of Alvin Ailey’s groundbreaking artistry.
No audition. No experience required. Just movement, community, and joy.
The Ailey Experience: New Orleans brings world-class dance, cultural education, and inspiration directly to our city — opening doors and expanding possibilities for our youth.
Pricing & Registration
The Ailey Experience: New Orleans offers flexible pricing to make this world-class opportunity accessible for dancers of all ages and experience levels.
Single Day Pass
• Ages 8–10: $40
• Ages 11–14: $75
• Ages 15–Adult: $75
Full Weekend Pass
• Ages 8–10: $75
• Ages 11–14: $120
• Ages 15–Adult: $120
No audition or prior dance experience is required. Participants are welcome to attend for a single day or immerse themselves in the full weekend experience.
If a financial barrier would prevent you or your child from attending, please reach out to us at info@bloomdanceinc.org
. BLOOM is committed to access and will do our best to support.
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