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TCL Chinese Theatre 896 reviews 6925 Hollywood Blvd Hollywood, CA 90028 Wednesday, Jun 28, 4:30 am What/Why: Actress, dancer, choreographer, and first-time documentary film director, Ariyan Johnson shares her personal journey about the struggles and triumphs of her two conflicting loves: Hip Hop and the Church in this first installment of her docuseries Spiritual Cyphers: […]

Actress, dancer, choreographer, and first-time documentary film director, Ariyan Johnson shares her personal journey about the struggles and triumphs of her two conflicting loves: Hip Hop and the Church in this first installment of her docuseries Spiritual Cyphers: Hip Hop and the Church, which will have its Los Angeles debut celebrating this year’s 50th Anniversary

Dances With Films is underway and this upcoming screening is one you won’t want to miss. Dancer and choreographer Ariyan Johnson documents her conflicting faith and passion in “Spiritual Cyphers: Hip Hop and the Church.” Her documentary includes interviews with pastors, historians and female dancers about the role of hip-hop in the Black Christian church.

Honored by the NYC Cultural Affairs, The Office of Council Member Osse 36th District, Bridge Street Development Corporation, The Laundromat Project through the Bed-Stuy Create & Connect Fund, and the Brooklyn Arts Council in a recognition of “BED-STUY LIVES”.

From the sanctuary to the hip hop soundstage Erin Herriford June 21, 2023 . 4:35 PM Ariyan Johnson journey to self discovery June is a month full of celebrations, including Juneteenth, Father’s Day, Pride, and graduation. For the past 44 years June is also recognized as Black Music Month, originally established by President Jimmy Carter

The Dances with Films Festival, despite its name, isn’t all dance films, but some are, including dancer/choreographer Ariyan Johnson‘s directorial debut in Spiritual Cyphers: Hip Hop + The Church screening with three other short films at TCL Chinese 6, Hollywood & Highland, Hollywood; Wed., June 28, 4:45 pm, $19 pre-sale to June 21. The festival runs June 22 to July 3.  A complete

The Dances with Films Festival, despite its name, isn’t all dance films, but some are, including dancer/choreographer Ariyan Johnson‘s directorial debut in Spiritual Cyphers: Hip Hop + The Church screening with three other short films at TCL Chinese 6, Hollywood & Highland, Hollywood; Wed., June 28, 4:45 pm, $19 pre-sale to June 21. The festival runs June 22 to July

Turner Classic Movies Juneteenth episode with Jacqueline Stewart featuring Just Another Girl on the I.R.T. – filmmaker Joie Lee discusses the work with host, Ms. Stewart.   WATCH HERE: https://www.facebook.com/tcmtv/videos/222774400599481/?mibextid=rS40aB7S9Ucbxw6v  

Actress, dancer, choreographer, and first-time documentary film director, Ariyan Johnson shares her personal journey about the struggles and triumphs of her two conflicting loves: Hip Hop and the Church in this first installment of her docuseries Spiritual Cyphers: Hip Hop and the Church, which will have its Los Angeles debut celebrating this year’s 50th Anniversary

KBLA Radio Interview with Areva Martin “In Real Time” Show.