If Cities Could Dance

Community-Building in Seattle's Popping Scene and Beyond

Season 2 Episode 4 | 3m 10s

Angel Alviar-Langley (a.k.a. Moonyeka) runs a movement-based program for black and brown girls, welcoming like-minded women and LGBTQ+ people into the dance scene. Watch her and other dancers pop, strut and waack at the Seattle Center, across the Jose Rizal Bridge and in the alleyways of the International district.

Aired: 04/16/19

Rating: NR

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