Urban Bush Women's 40th Anniversary

All Of It with Alison Stewart | Jul 26, 2024

Urban Bush Women are a Brooklyn based performance ensemble that aims to use dance as a medium for their message. 40 decades ago, they were founded by 4 Black Women and to celebrate their 40th anniversary they're having a weeklong residency at Lincoln Center. We'll be joined by Pia Monique Murray, an associate producer of the 40th anniversary events.

*Kousha Navidar Guest-Hosts*

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