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ZCO Dance Project, Deaf Music Ensemble tell it ‘Like It Is’
The ZCO Dance Project and Deaf Music Ensemble delivered an energetic, memorable performance on March 15 with “Invisible/Visible: Telling It Like It Is” at The Tank on West 36th Street, Manhattan.
“The dynamic blend of dance, rhythm, and storytelling created an engaging atmosphere that had the audience on their feet, dancing along by the end of the show,” Micahaela Samuels, the Jamaican-born founder and CEO of Mkay Marketing, LLC, told Caribbean Life.
“Beyond entertainment, the performance delivered a narrative resonating with today’s social climate,” she added. “Through movement and storytelling, performers addressed stigmas around mental and physical disabilities.”
“The production highlighted lived experiences, reminding audiences that visibility, understanding, and compassion are essential to breaking down barriers,” Samuels continued.
Throughout the evening, Samuels said artists shared personal expressions of “wanting to be heard, seen, and loved,” reminding the audience: I am human.
Throughout the evening, Samuels said artists shared personal expressions of “wanting to be heard, seen, and loved,” reminding the audience: I am human.
“Their stories emphasized the strength found in community and the importance of human connection, reinforcing messages of empowerment such as I am somebody and I am powerful,” she said.
Samuels said one particularly moving segment paid tribute to civil rights leader Jesse Jackson and his renowned affirmation, “I Am Somebody.”
“The tribute aligned seamlessly with the show’s broader theme of recognition and dignity, resonating deeply with the audience and reinforcing the value of every individual voice,” she said.
“The tribute aligned seamlessly with the show’s broader theme of recognition and dignity, resonating deeply with the audience and reinforcing the value of every individual voice,” she said.
She said the performers engaged the audience, inviting participation and teaching sign language elements.
“This moment of interaction fostered a deeper sense of inclusion and connection, allowing attendees to experience firsthand the importance of accessibility and shared understanding,” she said.
“This moment of interaction fostered a deeper sense of inclusion and connection, allowing attendees to experience firsthand the importance of accessibility and shared understanding,” she said.
“Through movement, music, and community engagement, the artists affirmed a message echoing long after the final bow—every voice matters, and everyone deserves to be seen, heard, and valued,” Samuels added.
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