Thursday, June 26, 2008

Voguing at Anthology Film Archives

Live dance act opens screening of 'How Do I Look'


The NYC Gay Pride 2008 week screening of the documentary How Do I Look opened with a unique dance performance by the House of Ninja. The screening was held at the Anthology Film Archives, as part of its NewFilmmakers NY Screening Series.


Dancers from the House of Ninja performed before the screening of the documentary, 'How Do I Look' at the Anthology Film Archives; in the background is an image of Willi Ninja.


The live mixed-media performance featured voguing and a special video tribute to the late Willi Ninja, choreographer, style coach, and founder of the House of Ninja.


Dancers from the House of Ninja performed before the screening of the documentary, 'How Do I Look' at the Anthology Film Archives.


The House of Ninja is a legendary house, which is part of the Harlem Ballroom community. The underground subculture of the house system promotes the use of dance, performance, fashion, and style to promote self achievement and accomplishment. Many pop culture trends found their beginnings at Harlem Balls. The documentary How Do I Look is about these balls.



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