HellaBlack is an interdisciplinary performance event curated by and for Black artists, to amplify the depth of Black artistry, and shine a bright light on the talent of Boston’s Black artists and their communities. Now in its 8th year, HellaBlack is designed to celebrate intersections of Blackness through dance, art, spoken word, and music, dispelling the myth of Blackness as a monolith while inviting audiences of all backgrounds to share in the experience. A signature program at Boston Center for the Arts (BCA), the event is part of BCA’s commitment to advancing race equity.

HellaBlack Vol. 8: Genesis — Curated by Amanda Shea with Associate Curator Alanna Logan, this is the first ever youth edition, featuring artists ages 18–24.— Genesis is rooted in rebirth, growth, and the act of pushing forward in times of change. It asks: what does it mean to begin again? To transform, to emerge, to find the courage to build something new? These artists step into that question, bringing work that reflects evolution, emergence, and becoming.

*RSVP is required to secure your spot, as space is limited.

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Event Schedule

6:30 pm • Doors open

7:30pm • Performance begins

The run time is approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.

9:00pm • Post-show reception

Everyone is welcome to stay in the Cyclorama after the show to stay in the Cyclorama after the show to share the experience, dance, and meet the artists!

 

This Year’s Sponsors

Dior Stacks • Maya Divine • $hmoney • STAX • Val Lapree • L.J. Gabriel • Sophia

We are grateful to have Illuminus as a partner for both HellaBlack Vol. 6, 7 and 8 as they provide the technical equipment to make this event unforgettable.

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Photography, videography, and artwork for HellaBlack Vol. 8: Genesis were created by the incredible team at Amir Now, Inc. (ANI).