Identity explores the journey of understanding who you are and how you show up for yourself and the world. Life often throws us into unfamiliar places, testing our ability to adapt, endure and grow through change, adversity and loss. This piece begins in the mind — the source of willpower, resilience and risk — and unfolds through movement that embodies both struggle and strength. The high energy, physicality and moments of recovery mirror the emotional rollercoaster of perseverance. Through dynamic shapes and motifs, Identity invites viewers to reflect on their own paths of self-discovery and transformation. Ultimately, it’s about reclaiming one’s power and realizing that every fall, every challenge and every act of courage brings us closer to understanding who we truly are.

Identity premiered at the Dance Institute of Washington’s Spirit of Kwanzaa production in 2024.