Emergence

What is Emergence?


We are an ensemble of women from Cleveland, OH. We have come together to work on an evolving performance piece called Emergence. 

Emergence is a soundtrack for change - a stirring, questioning musical and movement score that asks "How do we show up fully, awake, aware, and empowered in action in a dysfunctional society?"



Our hope...

We have been accepted into Chicago’s Rhinofest, a national multi-arts fringe festival taking place in February 2020. Funds donated to our efforts would help us travel to Chicago (with all of our set and gear), provide housing for the duration of our stay, help us participate in additional festivals, and ultimately help us gain momentum with this piece. This is an exciting opportunity for us as it helps us grow toward a national audience and ripple our impact beyond Cleveland.


(How do we disrupt the narratives of hierarchy we've been taught in order to transcend socialization that perpetuates systems of injustice and inequality?) 



Who we are...


The Emergence ensemble is composed of all women, including Elizabeth Kelly, Victoria McBride, Charde Young, Colleen McCaughey, Kelcie Dugger,  and Molly Andrews-Hinders. We've been joined by John Dayo-Aliya, Artistic Director of Ma'Sue Productions, who will serve as a collaborator and dramaturg. The ensemble is also joined by guitarist Mo Eutazia.


(How do we heal?) 





Emergence presentations so far...


Emergence has been presented at Cleveland Public Theatre's Entry Point (2018), Station Hope (2018), Test Flight (2019) and WINTERTIDE (2018), as well as around Cleveland at the Ohio City Street Festival (2019), Happy Dog, and Coda. Additionally, our ensemble has presented many house concerts that include rich, intentional discussion among attendees and artists about the themes presented. We've also taken our work to Cleveland's Public Square and even on public transit.

We strive to create a piece that is flexible. By adapting the piece for difference venues and locations, we seek to connect with a broad audience, and reach people who might not otherwise encounter our work.  We believe we have the power to heal ourselves, to empower ourselves and one another, and to create meaningful change. We believe in the power of art to transcend, uplift and catalyze - to connect us, even in our differences, rather than divide - to embrace fully our humanity, rather than anesthetize. 


Thank you for helping us in our efforts! Your support helps us with our mission and we are deeply grateful.
 


Lead artist of Emergence...

Molly Andrews-Hinders is a performer, composer, educator, and activist. Born and raised in Cleveland, OH, Molly creates in order to connect deeply with her community, to heal and empower, and to dismantle systems of oppression. Her work has been featured in many productions at Cleveland Public Theatre, including ENDependence, Station Hope (2017, 2018), Airwaves, and Soliciting for Change (Big Box 2011). Her music combines multiple genres, including folk, rock, blues, and jazz.