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<div>I am excited to share that the presentation of my Applied Project (read: thesis performance project) this month has expanded from the joy of arriving at this important milestone in my graduate school studies to the ecstatic celebration of presenting my work for future international touring opportunities!
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<div><a href="https://www.purplepass.com/events/332039-asu-dance%252525252525253A-emerging-artists-i-oct-18th-2025" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Sat October 18th at 7pm</a>
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<div><a href="https://www.purplepass.com/events/332040-asu-dance%252525252525253A-emerging-artists-i-oct-19th-2025" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Sun October 19th at 2pm</a>
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<div><a href="https://open.substack.com/pub/jbouey/p/a-tale-of-fire-and-flight-thesis?r=1n0x3i&amp;utm_campaign=post&amp;utm_medium=web&amp;showWelcomeOnShare=true" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong><em>FULL STORY ON MY SUBSTACK</em><span class="ql-cursor">﻿</span></strong></a>
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<div>Along with informing you about this project and the trajectory towards international touring that I have been recently invited to (more on October 15th), I am contacting you to ask for support with cultivating the necessary resources for presenting A Tale of Fire &amp; Flight and preparing for international touring.
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<div>There are few compounding events that have greatly impacted the funding of this project. From the defunding of arts programs on a federal level to funding sources shifting their priorities, heightening the competition for arts funding as a consequence, the financial stability of A Tale of Fire &amp; Flight has been greatly impacted.
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<div>The last blow that took the wind out of me was discovering that <a href="https://www.statepress.com/article/2025/08/politics-graduate-student-government-suspension-investigation" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">ASU has suspended the Graduate Student Government </a>and paused all related funding. GSG, through their Graduate and Research Support Program and Travel Grants, has been instrumental in financially supporting graduate research for decades. Due to this suspension, my applied project only has I am at least $3,000 in debt due to a summer travel grant I was awarded from GSG that can not be reimbursed and thesis funding no longer being available.
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<div>I am asking for your support by helping me raise $5,000 to cover debt and other related production costs. This funding support will give A Tale of Fire &amp; Flight the strongest artistic foundation needed to present to producers for international touring.
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Fund Dance & Technology Thesis: A Tale of Fire & Flight

<div>I never thought I'd ever have to make a post like this but unfortunately my parents along with my little brother were taken in by ICE/Bounty Hunters this Tuesday near the Phoenix Children Hospital (Be very careful, they're still doing multiple ICE raids around this area. We're trying to work on getting him a lawyer asap. If anyone is able to help in any way, I will greatly appreciate it. I have a Zelle account that can be accessed through my email (gracevega10196gmail.com) or phone number works too. Spreading awareness to any friends or family too would also be very much appreciated!!

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<div>This is a shout out to the dance community and beyond, on behalf my son Singen. He is a friend to many throughout the world.

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<div>He is being detained by the police in Japan at this time where he was sponsored to conduct dance classes and participate in the judging of competitions. Due to Japanese law, Singen is prevented use of a phone in or out, only through a private lawyer. Currently the sum of $ 12,000 dollars is needed to proceed with a private, English-speaking lawyer and other court costs.

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<div>Anyone that knows Singen has witnessed his kind nature and goodwill towards his fellow man. Among my son's accolades, some may recall, the many functions and fundraisers that he has held for his community such as " The Groundz" and other locations.

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<div>He has raised money for many causes. He also has distributed his winnings at dance battles to others that need it more. His competitors would tell you of his playful yet intense energy. For Singen it was never about the money or the win, for him. It was the moment, the comradery, and the people coming together in the spirit of love, with no divisions.

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<div>He has visited the most impoverished areas and brought his bright smile and the much-needed supplies the people. Singen always made time to teach the children of the villages dance techniques. He loves to share his talent with all he meets.

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<div>I am a mother that lives paycheck to paycheck doing all I can with my income. I would ask all of you to help if you can. No matter how small or insignificant you may think your donation to be, it is greatly appreciated and needed.

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<div>I can provide proof of retainer agreement and estimate of the lawyer I would like to retainer. Please help my son come home by providing help needed fir lawyer, translator and unexpected cost this will occur.

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<div>On behalf of my son, and as his mother, I humbly thank each and every one of you from the depths of my heart. Thank you for your time.

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Urgent: Legal Funds for Singen's Release

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<div>The valley breakers are a collective of talented bboys who came together for the sole purpose of preserving hip hop culture and expanding the knowledge of breaking amongst the youth of Arizona. 
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<div>Our success has generated so much hype excitement and inspiration  through out our scene and community. Together we have accomplished many things from performing at the Arizona State Fair , to performing at the Arizona Supershow and being apart of the Phoenix Suns Entertainment hype squad. 
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<div>Due to some unfortunate economic circumstances the Phoenix Sports Academy will be in the process of changing locations. This would make Phoenix Sports Academy the 4th boxing gym in the valley forced to relocate due to the struggling economy. So together we’ve created this GoFundMe account. Any donations and support from you all will be graciously appreciated and accepted. Thank you for your time. 
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HELP US RELOCATE PHOENIX SPORTS ACADEMY

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<div>Hello everyone My name is Mr. Groove. I am an original member of the Furious Styles Crew, founded in Phoenix,AZ in 1993.
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<div>So if you don’t know, we have been a big part in the Arizona Hip Hop community and also worldwide. As we have chapters in Spain and in Denmark. We have always strived to give back to the community in every way possible. We throw many events throughout the year and hold the longest annual running Hip Hop event in the world!! This year we are celebrating our 30th anniversary together!!
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<div>My crewmate, friend, brother House1 has always gone above and beyond for the community here in Arizona and all over the world. He is a professor at ASU and teaches the culture of hip hop to students from all over the world.
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<div>Well a month ago, we set up for a free event for the community and House once again brought his dance floor for the community to use. Unfortunately , we got caught in a really bad, unexpected rain storm and the wood dance floor was ruined. So I’ve known House for these past 30 years &amp; I know he would never ask for any help. As a matter of fact he is already trying to figure. Way to get a new one FOR THE COMMUNITY!!! So I’m asking everyone for any kind of help to be able to give back to someone who has always given first and never has asked for anything in return. I hope you can find it in your hearts to help him. Thank you for reading, sharing, &amp; caring for people like House!
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<div>Please help us to expose what happened to Dion Humphrey. The public needs to know. We are asking for healing prayers as well. Dion has a heart evaluation coming up on 7/16.My son was near death, surgen said Dion Humphrey was experiencing a pseudoaneurysm caused by police brutality while he was in police custody IN ERROR for about 7 hours. The police refused him medical help and dumped him off at home. His heart nearly bleed out according to the surgeons of Phoenix Children's Hospital. He is now in need of heart surgery.My son Dion Humphrey was wrongfully attacked by the Phoenix PD. Dion Humphrey is an African American with Sickle Cell Anemia which makes him very fragile and appear prepubescent. Dion is a sensitive soul who has never been in any kind of trouble.Dion Humphrey was arrested with extreme prejudice causing life-threatening injuries and irreparable mental and physical damages. Instead of being treated humanely he was shot in the heart and near his genitals with rubber bullets. The task force of 4 white police officers threw flash grenades out of their unmarked vehicles. They suffocated him by stepping on his back as they held him to the ground. They have admitted that he was not the person they thought he was. Dion Humphrey was in critical condition when they interrogated him for hours. The Children's Hospital's surgeon said that he now needs heart surgery as a direct result of the police assult. All this happened because he is a black kid walking his little sisters to elementary school.
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Dion Lives

The humble beginnings of The Jukebox started 2010 in a small room at a ballet studio. With perseverance to push the art and passion for dance, we were able to relocate to a place of our own. Though smaller in size, The Jukebox continued to push the love for dance into the community and began to grow it's students in numbers. Our little space could no longer hold the amount of students coming in to feel the energy that The Jukebox has been able to generate through the years. With time and hard work, we were able to relocate to a bigger space.  <br />As The Jukebox continues its mission to inspire through art and mentorship, we have been blessed with an increasing growth of amount of students. Our classes have been packed, with limited space for the dancers' movement. In order to provide a  safe place for students and keep it affordable for everyone, we need to expand yet again and we humbly ask for your help. The money that we raise will be used to transition into a bigger facility and the amenities that the studio will need in order to be fully functional. We are so grateful for any amount that you are willing to contribute to The Jukebox. We strive to keep providing a safe space for people to find their passion and keep being inspired to learn, create, and be positive members of the community.

Support The Jukebox Family

Dear Movers, <br /><br />We would like to clear the air and update you on our current situation. BreakOut prides itself on having an incredible atmosphere where all are welcome and dance steps are never judged. It is important that the space we occupy is drama-free. The behind the scenes work to keep that type of environment should, if all possible, stay hidden. Unfortunately, we no longer are able to keep repairing our space and dancing inside of it. <br /><br />For the past three years, we have been located at 828 N. Stone Ave. We have loved the massive size of the space and its location near University Blvd. We have fought, almost from day one, to tackle its challenges and push forward even when our budget was taken over. Upon moving in, we only had 2 weeks to completely empty out of our 4th Ave space and relocate. Building studios from scratch with sprung floors can take time, we managed to pull it off. Over the first few months we began fixing a windfall of the properties promised upgrades - electrical, plumbing, cooling, and the list goes on. We were told that all of these utilities had been upgraded prior to our move-in. Needless to say, over the next three years this did not end and the list grew. Our success as a business took a backseat to expensive repairs. Not only was the physical building not in good condition, but the city had no records of the space - we were liable for 65 years of random ad-ons and additions. Two years to get a CofO which ended up being challenged by fire dept inspections upon a parking complaint. Meanwhile, the owners of this building have not once stepped in to help with anything. Not even to provide documentation on the space to speed up permits or city inspections. Promises of help, but never follow-through. <br /><br />We have come to the point where we are unable to keep this continued liability of excessive rent, repairs and money out of pocket. Paying rent and keeping this old unkept building in good order. Over 3 years we have paid 95% of the rent on top of these expenses. The owners have sprayed for termites when we originally moved in - that's it. 5% of the rent has been withheld over the last few months as leverage to bring the owners to the table to discuss what we have spent on this space. The owners being out of state would arrange meetings but never show, demanding more funds. Yesterday we were told that we had only a few hours to vacate and a 24 hour lockout process would begin. Only a few hours to strip a space we had paid for and occupied for over 3 years. We got to work and most of our items got out. We could have caved to their demands but with council decided to stand our ground to protect the business longterm. It was a heart-breaking moment for all of us. So many hours - so many steps/ joy in that space. <br /><br />BreakOut is moving forward. We have relocated our valuables to my family's remaining space on 4th avenue. BreakOut will create a small pop up studio in our old 4th avenue space for the next couple weeks while we search for a new building. We will not stop dancing, we will not give up. BreakOut will need to reduce down to a 1 class per hour schedule for a while, but we will not close. We do not take lightly the trust and value we hold with our movers. We love you all deeply. <br /><br />BreakOut will need help. To be honest, we are depleted by the last 3 years. We will be needing support from the community to help relocate and continue our operations. BreakOut will be setting up a relocation GOFUNDME. These funds will be strictly used to open a new space, which we are already actively seeking. If you have any resource such as a contact on a rental space, time to help but not the funds, anything would be greatly appreciated. All current class cards and memberships will be extended as we make this exciting transition. <br /><br />We cannot thank you enough for the support we continue to receive. This is a trying time, but we know we will make it through with our movers by our side. Classes will continue. Please have patience with us while we use the 4th avenue space - it will be a big change. We will push on and dance on. <br /><br />Our mantra never felt more true… “Life Moves… Move with it.” <br /><br />Sincerely,<br /><br />Todd Wilson &amp; the BreakOut Team

BreakOut Studios Relocation Fund

Hello friends. As I am not typically one to do the Go Fund me projects and ask for help nor money, someone by the name of Rob Rushing with Love Hope Strength was kind enough to organize one for my band and I during a very difficult time and the outpour was beyond words and thanks. Especially extremely helpful during the hard times.  I would now like to pay it forward and do the same for a very good and dear friend of mine and his family who have fallen on some very hard times. On the day after Christmas on December 26th of 2015, my friend Kevin Figueroa's father and mother were in their house as many were. That evening during a violent wind storm a tree in their front yard snapped and came crushing down onto their roof causing not only significant damage to the house, but startling his father Mr. Edward (Ed) L. Figueroa enough to trigger a heart attack. Upon going to the doctor they come to find out he has a blood clot the size of a grape in diameter  blocking one of his Heart Valves which comments is "massive". The clot depends on an "aggressive clot dissolving" medication which is very unfortunately not covered by insurance and is $1000 per bottle lasting only a month per bottle.  The doctor bills, visits, and stress that has been put on the family both financially and emotially is through the roof (no pun intended). I know many of you if any don't know Kevin Figueroa nor his family, but I do, and as a dear friend he has done so many kind acts for not only myself and family,  but also many people in his community as Kevin is a Firefighter in Strawberry Arizona. My hopes are  that this is in some way  can help him and his family if even in the slightest. Thank you for your time as well as any possible donations. Everything and anything is greatly appreciated and can in some way make a difference.

The Figueroa Family Relief Fund

The Drop Fam needs your help! We won 1st place at Hip Hop International USA Championship. We have now been placed 9th in the WORLD HIP HOP CHAMPIONSHIPS. The only issue is we need funds to help keep our team here the rest of the week. Any type of support will be greatly appreciated to give these dancers the chance of a lifetime. We really want to represent our city Tucson, AZ and the USA against other crews this week so help us out! Thank you all for the support!

Help The Drop Fam at HHI