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Meet multidisciplinary artist, Daniel J. Watts. After many years spent as a professional dancer, Daniel transformed his love for movement and rhythm into a visual art form. Laying canvas on the floor, he starts with a few colors of paint, and lets the footwork flow. Tap dance, samba, hip-hop, even ballroom and ballet, all showing up in totally unique ways on the canvas. In his own words: “I think there’s a part of me that wants to leave behind how movement helped me through life.”

Start framing your artworks, passion projects, and everything that inspires your creativity at the link in our bio.

I’ve had privilege of performing on the Tony’s 5 times, 4 or which were with the companies of Memphis, Motown, After Midnight, & Hamilton. However, none of them will EVER compare to being tapped by @schelewilliams & @sergiotrujillo1 to write and coordinate my own piece to celebrate the work of @bwayadvocacycoalition as they received their Special Tony Award. The incomparable @grimeystepz came through like only a cousin could and helped SHUT IT DOWN! Shouts to all the dancers and @bivoices performers who came along for the ride, particular shout to @karlapunogarcia who is choreographing tonight’s show! 🗣️PUNO!!

When there are no writers, you get no pieces like this for award shows. Standing in solidarity with @writersguildwest & @wgaeast! @thetonyawards

Needed to make something. In times like these all I know to do is #makeshit. #TRIGGERED was created by pulling visual inspiration from one of my favorite films #LaHaine by #MathieuKassovitz starring @vincentcassel @saidtaghmaoui @hubert_kounde. The title comes from a line one Hubert says "La haine attire la haine!", "hatred breeds hatred". Big shouts to @simplygregphotos for helping me pull it off. Cuzzo @waltercbarnett for all the things. And @dleaudleau and @simplydanamarie for the input. Hopefully this will….nevermind…Imma just let the art speak. ❤️ DJW

Featured Artwork by: @themissjenkins , @ernestoyerena , @akposeyafe afrikansniper & @amplifierart @wideawakes ✊🏿👁

🎨 👟 👀 | tickets at WattsWords.com

6/2 - MICHAEL THURBER & TAHARQA PATTERSON
6/3 - MICHAEL THURBER & LEO COLTRANE
6/4 - MICHAEL THURBER & VEE.
6/6 - MICHAEL THURBER & LOUIS CATO
6/7 - MICHAEL THURBER & KAILA MULLADY

6/8 - JULIAN ROZZELL, JR & DANIELA BAUER
6/9 - JULIAN ROZZELL, JR & JAKE GOLDBAS
6/10 - ARI GROOVES & SUNNY JAIN
6/11 - MÏRÄNDÄ & LUCAS KADISH
6/12 - DJ DUGGZ & NICK BIELLO
6/13 - DIVINITY ROXX & DANA MARIE INGRAHAM
6/14 - DJ DUGGZ & ALPHONSO HORNE

link in bio. and we are now actually but a mere TWENTY NINE days away! (this was recorded yesterday)

introducing our guest artists for our 4th annual Summer Lab at MH:
@bringtap_tothepeople
@jamiekindling
@rtodorowski
@dwattswords

each day, dancers will train with a different industry artist while exploring a variety of styles, movement and artistry in a high-energy, supportive environment.

JUNIOR LAB
◽️July 23–25 || 9am-12pm
◽️Ages 7–11

TEEN + SENIOR LAB
◽️July 23–26 || 1-5pm
◽️Ages 12–18

whether you want the full experience or just a taste of the magic - we’ve got options for everyone.
✔️ daily drop-ins
✔️ full lab registration

this is your chance to learn from new voices, connect with dancers from across our community and grow all summer long.

spots are limited and registration is now open. register via the link in our bio.

we can't wait to dance with you! 💚🏡

#movementhaven #dublinohio #614 #dancersofinstagram #team

introducing our guest artists for our 4th annual Summer Lab at MH:
@bringtap_tothepeople
@jamiekindling
@rtodorowski
@dwattswords

each day, dancers will train with a different industry artist while exploring a variety of styles, movement and artistry in a high-energy, supportive environment.

JUNIOR LAB
◽️July 23–25 || 9am-12pm
◽️Ages 7–11

TEEN + SENIOR LAB
◽️July 23–26 || 1-5pm
◽️Ages 12–18

whether you want the full experience or just a taste of the magic - we’ve got options for everyone.
✔️ daily drop-ins
✔️ full lab registration

this is your chance to learn from new voices, connect with dancers from across our community and grow all summer long.

spots are limited and registration is now open. register via the link in our bio.

we can't wait to dance with you! 💚🏡

#movementhaven #dublinohio #614 #dancersofinstagram #team

introducing our guest artists for our 4th annual Summer Lab at MH:
@bringtap_tothepeople
@jamiekindling
@rtodorowski
@dwattswords

each day, dancers will train with a different industry artist while exploring a variety of styles, movement and artistry in a high-energy, supportive environment.

JUNIOR LAB
◽️July 23–25 || 9am-12pm
◽️Ages 7–11

TEEN + SENIOR LAB
◽️July 23–26 || 1-5pm
◽️Ages 12–18

whether you want the full experience or just a taste of the magic - we’ve got options for everyone.
✔️ daily drop-ins
✔️ full lab registration

this is your chance to learn from new voices, connect with dancers from across our community and grow all summer long.

spots are limited and registration is now open. register via the link in our bio.

we can't wait to dance with you! 💚🏡

#movementhaven #dublinohio #614 #dancersofinstagram #team

introducing our guest artists for our 4th annual Summer Lab at MH:
@bringtap_tothepeople
@jamiekindling
@rtodorowski
@dwattswords

each day, dancers will train with a different industry artist while exploring a variety of styles, movement and artistry in a high-energy, supportive environment.

JUNIOR LAB
◽️July 23–25 || 9am-12pm
◽️Ages 7–11

TEEN + SENIOR LAB
◽️July 23–26 || 1-5pm
◽️Ages 12–18

whether you want the full experience or just a taste of the magic - we’ve got options for everyone.
✔️ daily drop-ins
✔️ full lab registration

this is your chance to learn from new voices, connect with dancers from across our community and grow all summer long.

spots are limited and registration is now open. register via the link in our bio.

we can't wait to dance with you! 💚🏡

#movementhaven #dublinohio #614 #dancersofinstagram #team

introducing our guest artists for our 4th annual Summer Lab at MH:
@bringtap_tothepeople
@jamiekindling
@rtodorowski
@dwattswords

each day, dancers will train with a different industry artist while exploring a variety of styles, movement and artistry in a high-energy, supportive environment.

JUNIOR LAB
◽️July 23–25 || 9am-12pm
◽️Ages 7–11

TEEN + SENIOR LAB
◽️July 23–26 || 1-5pm
◽️Ages 12–18

whether you want the full experience or just a taste of the magic - we’ve got options for everyone.
✔️ daily drop-ins
✔️ full lab registration

this is your chance to learn from new voices, connect with dancers from across our community and grow all summer long.

spots are limited and registration is now open. register via the link in our bio.

we can't wait to dance with you! 💚🏡

#movementhaven #dublinohio #614 #dancersofinstagram #team

introducing our guest artists for our 4th annual Summer Lab at MH:
@bringtap_tothepeople
@jamiekindling
@rtodorowski
@dwattswords

each day, dancers will train with a different industry artist while exploring a variety of styles, movement and artistry in a high-energy, supportive environment.

JUNIOR LAB
◽️July 23–25 || 9am-12pm
◽️Ages 7–11

TEEN + SENIOR LAB
◽️July 23–26 || 1-5pm
◽️Ages 12–18

whether you want the full experience or just a taste of the magic - we’ve got options for everyone.
✔️ daily drop-ins
✔️ full lab registration

this is your chance to learn from new voices, connect with dancers from across our community and grow all summer long.

spots are limited and registration is now open. register via the link in our bio.

we can't wait to dance with you! 💚🏡

#movementhaven #dublinohio #614 #dancersofinstagram #team

introducing our guest artists for our 4th annual Summer Lab at MH:
@bringtap_tothepeople
@jamiekindling
@rtodorowski
@dwattswords

each day, dancers will train with a different industry artist while exploring a variety of styles, movement and artistry in a high-energy, supportive environment.

JUNIOR LAB
◽️July 23–25 || 9am-12pm
◽️Ages 7–11

TEEN + SENIOR LAB
◽️July 23–26 || 1-5pm
◽️Ages 12–18

whether you want the full experience or just a taste of the magic - we’ve got options for everyone.
✔️ daily drop-ins
✔️ full lab registration

this is your chance to learn from new voices, connect with dancers from across our community and grow all summer long.

spots are limited and registration is now open. register via the link in our bio.

we can't wait to dance with you! 💚🏡

#movementhaven #dublinohio #614 #dancersofinstagram #team

introducing our guest artists for our 4th annual Summer Lab at MH:
@bringtap_tothepeople
@jamiekindling
@rtodorowski
@dwattswords

each day, dancers will train with a different industry artist while exploring a variety of styles, movement and artistry in a high-energy, supportive environment.

JUNIOR LAB
◽️July 23–25 || 9am-12pm
◽️Ages 7–11

TEEN + SENIOR LAB
◽️July 23–26 || 1-5pm
◽️Ages 12–18

whether you want the full experience or just a taste of the magic - we’ve got options for everyone.
✔️ daily drop-ins
✔️ full lab registration

this is your chance to learn from new voices, connect with dancers from across our community and grow all summer long.

spots are limited and registration is now open. register via the link in our bio.

we can't wait to dance with you! 💚🏡

#movementhaven #dublinohio #614 #dancersofinstagram #team

introducing our guest artists for our 4th annual Summer Lab at MH:
@bringtap_tothepeople
@jamiekindling
@rtodorowski
@dwattswords

each day, dancers will train with a different industry artist while exploring a variety of styles, movement and artistry in a high-energy, supportive environment.

JUNIOR LAB
◽️July 23–25 || 9am-12pm
◽️Ages 7–11

TEEN + SENIOR LAB
◽️July 23–26 || 1-5pm
◽️Ages 12–18

whether you want the full experience or just a taste of the magic - we’ve got options for everyone.
✔️ daily drop-ins
✔️ full lab registration

this is your chance to learn from new voices, connect with dancers from across our community and grow all summer long.

spots are limited and registration is now open. register via the link in our bio.

we can't wait to dance with you! 💚🏡

#movementhaven #dublinohio #614 #dancersofinstagram #team

introducing our guest artists for our 4th annual Summer Lab at MH:
@bringtap_tothepeople
@jamiekindling
@rtodorowski
@dwattswords

each day, dancers will train with a different industry artist while exploring a variety of styles, movement and artistry in a high-energy, supportive environment.

JUNIOR LAB
◽️July 23–25 || 9am-12pm
◽️Ages 7–11

TEEN + SENIOR LAB
◽️July 23–26 || 1-5pm
◽️Ages 12–18

whether you want the full experience or just a taste of the magic - we’ve got options for everyone.
✔️ daily drop-ins
✔️ full lab registration

this is your chance to learn from new voices, connect with dancers from across our community and grow all summer long.

spots are limited and registration is now open. register via the link in our bio.

we can't wait to dance with you! 💚🏡

#movementhaven #dublinohio #614 #dancersofinstagram #team

5/10 - HAPPY BIRTHDAY & MOTHER’S DAY TO MY A1 ROLL DAWG!! LOVA YOU, MAMA!! 💐 ❤️ 🎂 🎈

5/10 - HAPPY BIRTHDAY & MOTHER’S DAY TO MY A1 ROLL DAWG!! LOVA YOU, MAMA!! 💐 ❤️ 🎂 🎈

5/10 - HAPPY BIRTHDAY & MOTHER’S DAY TO MY A1 ROLL DAWG!! LOVA YOU, MAMA!! 💐 ❤️ 🎂 🎈

5/10 - HAPPY BIRTHDAY & MOTHER’S DAY TO MY A1 ROLL DAWG!! LOVA YOU, MAMA!! 💐 ❤️ 🎂 🎈

5/10 - HAPPY BIRTHDAY & MOTHER’S DAY TO MY A1 ROLL DAWG!! LOVA YOU, MAMA!! 💐 ❤️ 🎂 🎈

5/10 - HAPPY BIRTHDAY & MOTHER’S DAY TO MY A1 ROLL DAWG!! LOVA YOU, MAMA!! 💐 ❤️ 🎂 🎈

Proud to announce that @keepmybrotherfilm will be screening at the American Black Film Festival. 🎬

🗓 Saturday May 30th
⏰ 10:30AM
📍 Miami Convention Center, Theater #1

Some stories are meant to entertain. Others are meant to leave a mark. Honored to share this one with you.

#ABFF2026 #WeAreABFF #KeepMyBrotherFilm #Director #Writer

…and then there were 5!! Order today to ensure Mother’s Day delivery!!! Link in my bio. 🎨👟

Ritual 🌕

During COVID our family lived with us. The baby was an infant and Big Sis a toddler who loved Uncle TiTi’s 45 video. We let her dance to it right before bed. Everything about 45 is worse now.

Today it was an Executive Order to make mail-in ballots illegal. Two days ago his hand-picked justices gutted the Voting Rights Act.

Our democracy is teetering on the edge of authoritarianism. We’re in trouble. And as a Black woman I’m clear they’re coming for all of my rights.

I’m outraged at the loud silence of too many nice people. What are good people of moral courage going to stand up and do?

No matter our party, no matter our ethnicity, no matter our faith or no faith- can we look upon the obliteration of human rights and be silent?

Please read my substack and tell me what you think.

I need your help to understand what in the hell is going on. And we need to help each other withstand this assault on human dignity and equality.

New Drop - “Shift” | Sometimes you gotta dance in the dark! 🌗 🎨 👟 |link in my bio on IG , link in the comments on FB