the work in progress

“eyes are portals to the soul” is a dance performance that portrays human salvation, tracing a Black woman's journey as she redefines womanhood from her girlhood experiences. Guided by bell hooks’ “all about love: new visions,” the work aligns with the theme of achieving collective redemption through intentional love, extending beyond romance to societal action. This theme serves as a compass for the choreography, shaping the movement language into a sacred meditation—a healing and redemptive pilgrimage of love.

a look into portals

creative team

Danielle Swatzie

Creative Director & Choreographer

Deena Swatzie

Program Manager

Johnetta Bush

Advisor

Nicole Mitchell

Marketing/Branding Strategist & Consultant

Arabia Richardson

Artist Advisor

Kaela Lawrence

Administrative Assistant

Charizma Lawrence

Marketing & Production Assistant

Christina Massad

Photographer

Kerri Garrett

Grant Writer

Funding for this program is provided by the

Fulton County Board of Commissioners.

The development of this project is supported in part by the

National Black Arts.

the cast

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SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR DONORS

Fulton County Board of Commissioners

Dee John Consulting

Johnetta Bush

Zuri Noelle Ford 

Ernie and Joanna Johnson

Copper Flame Candle

Ellen Williams

Arianna Cherry

LaTrisha Major

Catrice Mays Swann

Events by Gaz

Cicely Rogers

Kamryn Harris

Barry Jackson

Sharlene Little

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Featured Photos by Christina J. Massad