Dezi 5 performs in Sammons Park for the Changing Perspectives Block Park in Dallas. Photo: Jessica Waffles
Last week, the Dallas Arts District buzzed with excitement as the annual Changing Perspectives Block Party took center stage. In honor of Dallas Arts Month, this free family-friendly event brought together a dynamic lineup of performers and artists, captivating audiences with a celebration of creativity and community.
A focal point of the festivities was the return of the internationally acclaimed BANDALOOP Vertical Dance Company from Oakland, CA. Using innovative climbing technology, BANDALOOP defied gravity and convention, delivering a mesmerizing performance that pushed the boundaries of dance.
Against the facade of the Wyly Theatre building in the Dallas Arts District, their choreography showcased the beauty of human expression and the power of art to transform public spaces.
Other dance performers included Indigenous ACE and Bruce Wood Dance, who evoked emotion through cultural and contemporary movement (respectfully).
US Cultural Ambassador Kamica King playing music on stage at Changing Perspectives Block Party. Photo: Jessica Waffles
Bruce Wood Dance performers captivated the audience with multiple dances evoking strong emotions. Photo: Jessica WafflesA few of the Bruce Woods Dance members had the opportunity to perform solo or duo dances. Photo: Jessica WafflesBruce Wood Dancer members brought complex and nuanced energy to the stage. Photo: Jessica WafflesA scene with Bruce Wood Dance in their final number. Photo: Jessica WafflesPhoto: Jessica WafflesPercussion Things with Len Barnett on stage for the Changing Perspectives Block Party in Dallas. Photo: Jessica Waffles
The graceful performances with BANDALOOP will be hard to forget for a long time. Photo: Jessica WafflesSeveral BANDALOOP dancers moved together at a time during their multiple performances. Photo: Jessica WafflesSmiling out at the crowd. Photo: Jessica WafflesA single moment with BANDALOOP. Photo: Jessica WafflesDeath-defying moves with BANDALOOP at the Changing Perspective Block Party in Dallas. Photo: Jessica Waffles
Tejano Music Awards winner Monica Saldivar & The Band. Photo: Jessica WafflesMonica Saldivar & The Band at the Changing Perspectives Block Party. Photo: Jessica WafflesGuests enjoyed the free block party at Sammons Park. Photo: Jessica WafflesDezi 5 roams into the crowd during his closing at Sammons Park. Photo: Jessica WafflesDezi 5 always performs with style. Photo: Jessica Waffles
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