Sweet Dreams are Made of This ..
.. so last summer Martha Cooper and I are at my favorite spot on earth, the garden at Cafe Asean, chatting about the launch of We B*Girlz and I told her this little fantasy I had ..
Do you remember the historic battle between Rocky Steady and Dynamic at Lincoln Center? I asked, spacing out on who I was talking to.
Yes, I photographed it, Martha reminded me.
Yes Yes right. Okay .. I've have this crazy lil dream that we could do something for We B*Girlz at Lincoln Center, like an anniversary event, only this time we're honoring the ladies.
You know, Martha pointed out, the first event was in 1981, so that 25th anniversary would be in 2006. August in fact.
Ohmagod, that would be incredible, I drooled. But I mean, it's so good but it's so unlikely.
Not really, Martha decided. Let me work on this..
..low and behold I get the call in January. WE GOT IT !! Martha exclaimed. I almost fell out of my chair. I thought, No way. No No No way !! how could this little dream I had one balmy afternoon become reality? But it did and it is.
And so it is and will be ..
Lincoln Center Out of Doors, powerHouse Books, and Martha Cooper are pleased to announce
WE B*GIRLZ
A 25th Anniversary Breakin’ Event at Lincoln Center Out of Doors
Thursday, August 10, 2006, 6:00–7:10 p.m.
Josie Robertson Plaza at Lincoln Center, New York City
This event is free and open to the public. For more information, please call 212-LINCOLN
Twenty-five years ago, the first breakin’ battle for a large public audience was held at Lincoln Center Out of Doors. Henry Chalfant organized a battle between two New York break dancing groups to introduce breaking to the public. The original breakin’ battle event, of all male dancers, held on August 15, 1981, was photographed by legendary hip-hop documentarian Martha Cooper who is now coordinating the 25th anniversary event, We B*Girlz.
To honor the rise of the b-girlz, as well as pay homage to the b-boyz who paved the way, Lincoln Center Out of Doors will present We B*Girlz: A 25th Anniversary Breakin’ Event on Thursday, August 10th on the Josie Robertson Plaza at 6:00 p.m.
In the past 25 years, women have become a strong, driving force in the hip-hop scene. As documented in We B*Girlz (Miss Rosen Editions/powerHouse Books, 2005), the first book to showcase the b-girl scene worldwide. Cooper partnered with text editor Nika Kramer to speak with old and new school b-girlz around the globe about their work to redefine the role of women in a traditionally male-dominated field.
The We B*Girlz Lincoln Center Out of Doors event will feature an all-star international line-up of female performers, participants and judges. Emceed by Toni Blackman, New York, and featuring music by DJ Sparkles, Philadelphia. It will feature a 3-on-3 battle between four crews: Dynamic Rockers and Fox Force, both New York City; Style Comes First, Philadelphia; and Flowzaic, London. There will also be performances by popper/locker Rowdy of Flowzaic as well as a group show by members of Keep Risin’ to the Tops, a dance troupe based in Spanish Harlem. The judges include Rokafella, New York; Asia One, Los Angeles; and Aruna, Rotterdam. The backdrop will be painted by graffiti legend Lady Pink along with Toofly and Muck.
Prior to announcing the winner of the battle, Henry Chalfant will introduce original b-boys from the 1981 event, bringing them on stage to take their bows. When the winner is announced, Toni Blackman will freestyle with two members of her Cipher Workshop, in a grand finale, with everyone on stage taking part in a jam that recognizes the achievements of both b-boys and b-girls, as well as old school and new school styles.
One of New York’s most anticipated summer traditions, Lincoln Center Out of Doors, now in its 36th year, is enjoyed annually by thousands of people who come to its FREE music, dance, spoken-word, special events, and interactive family programs representing traditional and contemporary arts and culture from around the world, and the rich cultural diversity of New York City.
For a complete listing of Out of Doors 2006 events, visit Lincoln Center's website or to request a brochure, call 212-LINCOLN.
We B*Girlz: A 25th Anniversary Breakin’ Event at Lincoln Center Out of Doors is funded by National Endowment for the Artsand co-sponsored by City Lore, Inc. in collaboration with The Point C.D.C.
Do you remember the historic battle between Rocky Steady and Dynamic at Lincoln Center? I asked, spacing out on who I was talking to.
Yes, I photographed it, Martha reminded me.
Yes Yes right. Okay .. I've have this crazy lil dream that we could do something for We B*Girlz at Lincoln Center, like an anniversary event, only this time we're honoring the ladies.
You know, Martha pointed out, the first event was in 1981, so that 25th anniversary would be in 2006. August in fact.
Ohmagod, that would be incredible, I drooled. But I mean, it's so good but it's so unlikely.
Not really, Martha decided. Let me work on this..
..low and behold I get the call in January. WE GOT IT !! Martha exclaimed. I almost fell out of my chair. I thought, No way. No No No way !! how could this little dream I had one balmy afternoon become reality? But it did and it is.
And so it is and will be ..
Lincoln Center Out of Doors, powerHouse Books, and Martha Cooper are pleased to announce
WE B*GIRLZ
A 25th Anniversary Breakin’ Event at Lincoln Center Out of Doors
Thursday, August 10, 2006, 6:00–7:10 p.m.
Josie Robertson Plaza at Lincoln Center, New York City
This event is free and open to the public. For more information, please call 212-LINCOLN
Twenty-five years ago, the first breakin’ battle for a large public audience was held at Lincoln Center Out of Doors. Henry Chalfant organized a battle between two New York break dancing groups to introduce breaking to the public. The original breakin’ battle event, of all male dancers, held on August 15, 1981, was photographed by legendary hip-hop documentarian Martha Cooper who is now coordinating the 25th anniversary event, We B*Girlz.
To honor the rise of the b-girlz, as well as pay homage to the b-boyz who paved the way, Lincoln Center Out of Doors will present We B*Girlz: A 25th Anniversary Breakin’ Event on Thursday, August 10th on the Josie Robertson Plaza at 6:00 p.m.
In the past 25 years, women have become a strong, driving force in the hip-hop scene. As documented in We B*Girlz (Miss Rosen Editions/powerHouse Books, 2005), the first book to showcase the b-girl scene worldwide. Cooper partnered with text editor Nika Kramer to speak with old and new school b-girlz around the globe about their work to redefine the role of women in a traditionally male-dominated field.
The We B*Girlz Lincoln Center Out of Doors event will feature an all-star international line-up of female performers, participants and judges. Emceed by Toni Blackman, New York, and featuring music by DJ Sparkles, Philadelphia. It will feature a 3-on-3 battle between four crews: Dynamic Rockers and Fox Force, both New York City; Style Comes First, Philadelphia; and Flowzaic, London. There will also be performances by popper/locker Rowdy of Flowzaic as well as a group show by members of Keep Risin’ to the Tops, a dance troupe based in Spanish Harlem. The judges include Rokafella, New York; Asia One, Los Angeles; and Aruna, Rotterdam. The backdrop will be painted by graffiti legend Lady Pink along with Toofly and Muck.
Prior to announcing the winner of the battle, Henry Chalfant will introduce original b-boys from the 1981 event, bringing them on stage to take their bows. When the winner is announced, Toni Blackman will freestyle with two members of her Cipher Workshop, in a grand finale, with everyone on stage taking part in a jam that recognizes the achievements of both b-boys and b-girls, as well as old school and new school styles.
One of New York’s most anticipated summer traditions, Lincoln Center Out of Doors, now in its 36th year, is enjoyed annually by thousands of people who come to its FREE music, dance, spoken-word, special events, and interactive family programs representing traditional and contemporary arts and culture from around the world, and the rich cultural diversity of New York City.
For a complete listing of Out of Doors 2006 events, visit Lincoln Center's website or to request a brochure, call 212-LINCOLN.
We B*Girlz: A 25th Anniversary Breakin’ Event at Lincoln Center Out of Doors is funded by National Endowment for the Artsand co-sponsored by City Lore, Inc. in collaboration with The Point C.D.C.
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