Leonard Davis Center for the Performing Arts

presents

Gerson Lanza in
To Dance Means To Be Free

Prepare to be spellbound by an immersive dance performance that transcends barriers and celebrates the essence of authenticity in rhythm.

May 14 & 15, 2026

7:30 PM

Aaron Davis Hall

Description: 
Prepare to be spellbound by an immersive dance performance that transcends barriers and celebrates the essence of authenticity in rhythm. Through the captivating song of tap dance, the evocative melodies of live music, and the poignant prose of spoken word, we invite you to embark on a compelling journey through the intersecting themes of race, ethnicity, and immigration.

As the resounding beats of musical feet echos through the theater, intertwining seamlessly with soul-stirring live music and sounding bodies, we aim to ignite conversations, unearth truths, and foster a deeper understanding of the multifaceted tapestry of Blackness and American society at large. Come, witness a groundbreaking fusion of art and advocacy as we illuminate the beauty, struggles, and resilience of those who call the United States home and the art form that is often marginalized yet continues to prevail.