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Dance, for a long time, has been a key element of expression within Black culture. That aside, dancing brings people together in community to experience Black joy. One of the common types of collective dance is line dancing, where a group of people dance in a line while doing the same dance steps to music that has shared choreography. To bring Black joy to the forefront during the worst of times, BLACK ENTERPRISE spotlights six classic line dances that exhibit the energy, ingenuity, and creativity of Black culture. These dances are a means to celebrate as well as reflect the living soul of Black expression in the form of movement.
Boots On The Ground
Boots on the ground is a fairly new line dance that has social media in a clutch. The call and response song by 803 Fresh comes out of South Carolina trail rides and begets the dance. Dancers are usually dressed in cowboy boots and waving fans in the air. Boots on the ground is sure to be around for years to come.
The Cupid Shuffle
The Cupid Shuffle is a popular dance song by Cupid (Bryson Bernard) that was released in February 2007. The energetic beat and simple choreography made the song and dance a staple for all dance floors on cruises and family reunions for folks to get in sync and dance.
Electric Slide
“Electric Boogie” is a song by Marcia Griffiths which came out in 1983. It became widely known for its link with the electric boogie dance which is referred to as the Electric Slide. The catchy rhythm of the song and the electric boogie dance moves catapulted it into the pantheon of line dances. The electric slide is still being performed at parties and other events and often to Frankie Beverly and Maze’s popular song “Before I Let Go.”
Wobble
The “Wobble” is a line dance song by V.I.C., that came out in 2008. The song is a great party and dance hit because of its easy-to-learn dance moves and its catchy beat. The dance is composed of simple steps where the demonstrator moves to the side, shifts the hips up then comes in with a step forward or a step back in tune with the music. Its playfulness and interactivity are the main reasons for its success throughout the years. The Wobble continues to be a favorite at wedding receptions, clubs, and parties.
Cha Cha Slide
“Cha Cha Slide” is an funky line dance song by DJ Casper that came out in 2000. The tune introduces step-by-step guidance to the dance moves like left and right slides, “Cha Cha” step, and a turn. It is primarily heard in parties, weddings, and fitness classes. Due to its cheerful upbeat tempo and the fact that it engages audiences, the Cha Cha Slide is still a trendy line dance.
Soul Train Line
The Soul Train Line is a dancing tradition that was first introduced on the TV show Soul Train, which aired from 1971 to 2006. The Soul Train Line is made up of two rows of dancers facing each other. Individuals or couples dance down the middle lane created by the line of dancers.. While the people in front display their respective dance moves, others in the audience cheer on the dancer moving down the line. The Soul Train Line is unique, highly expressive, and soulful. It remains a favorite at parties, weddings, and social events.
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Cujo, the vicious St. Bernard who terrified both ’80s kids and adults alike, is getting another shot at cinematic success. This time, from one of the unlikeliest of directors. According to a report from Deadline, it appears that Cujo, based on the novel by Stephen King about a rampaging killer dog, is getting a remake for Netflix. And the person behind the camera is none other than Black Swan and The Whale director Darren Aronofsky. The original Cujo novel came out in 1981, during the peak of Stephen King’s popularity, and made into a movie in 1983.
In the original Cujo novel and film, a St. Bernard in a small town is bitten by a rabid bat. It soon becomes a killer beast, terrorizing the locals. Somehow, King managed to write a whole novel around this premise and make it pretty good. Although he did admit years later he wrote the entire book in a cocaine binge in a single night. The master of horror has said in past interviews that he doesn’t even remember writing it. (It was a different time, folks.) A movie adaptation of Cujo came out in 1983, starring Dee Wallace from E.T. and The Howling. It was popular enough that for years, every dog owner scolded their badly behaved canine by calling them “Cujo.”
Cujo was one of two Stephen King adaptations to come out in 1983, along with John Carpenter’s Christine. The new Darren Aronofsky version will follow several recent cinematic remakes of Stephen King novels, like Carrie, Pet Sematary, and most recently, Salem’s Lot. None of them approached anything close to the cultural significance of their original versions, however. But with someone like Aronofsky at the helm, maybe Cujo will be the rare King remake that surpasses the original. And it almost certainly won’t be run-of-the-mill.
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Fans can see if they have what it takes to complete a mission in the captivating world of John Wick as part of the JOHN WICK EXPERIENCE, a new immersive attraction at AREA15, the world’s first purpose-built immersive entertainment district located minutes from the Las Vegas Strip.
With the experience now open to the public, the studio released the first photographs showcasing the approximately 12,000-square-foot ticketed attraction, which includes two themed bars and a retail shop.
The experience is based on the billion-dollar John Wick motion picture franchise, which franchise director Chad Stahelski produces with Basil Iwanyk and Erica Lee at Thunder Road Films. Stahelski and his team at 87Eleven Entertainment were creative collaborators on the experience from design to special stunt work.
The JOHN WICK EXPERIENCE blends more than a dozen highly themed cinematic rooms, live interactions and interactive gameplay to create an immersive journey that transcends reality and challenges wit, skill and nerve. As guests step through the doors of the JOHN WICK EXPERIENCE, they find themselves in the fantastical underworld of John Wick, where they must navigate an all-new, high-stakes adventure.
Each group of guests will be tasked with completing a mission that plays out in unique ways with characters, mythology, and iconography inspired by the Wick universe. Visitors may rub elbows or grab a drink with John Wick Continental Las Vegas staff, assassins, crime bosses, or other curious guests like themselves within the relative safety of the JOHN WICK EXPERIENCE. Guests will be drawn into the culture, trusted with secrets, and invited into private areas of the JOHN WICK EXPERIENCE, promising an authentic and compelling action-packed experience.
To bring audiences into the world of Wick, Lionsgate and Stahelski worked closely with Egan Productions, the producer of the experience. A leading creator of escapes, attractions, and live events with more than 20 years of expertise in all aspects of production and operations, Egan is also Lionsgate’s collaborator on two other Las Vegas attractions based on the studio’s beloved IP: The Official SAW Escape, which opened in 2018 and has been named Best Escape Room by USA Today, and Escape Blair Witch, which opened in 2021.
“In the films, Chad Stahelski has created a complex, alternate reality with exquisite design, deep mythological influence and meticulous action,” said Jenefer Brown, Executive Vice President & Head of Global Products and Experiences at Lionsgate. “The most important part of creating this experience was honoring that and making sure that our guests truly feel like they are part of the world of the films. The experience delivers wholeheartedly on that promise, and we are excited to share it with fans.”
“The John Wick Experience drops you into the sleek, sophisticated world of The Las Vegas Continental,” said Jason Egan. “This is the ultimate destination for anyone seeking a unique and captivating Vegas experience, and a must-visit for John Wick fans.”
The launch of this experience comes as Lionsgate continues to expand the world of Wick, with Stahelski overseeing the franchise across all multimedia platforms. In addition to the four hit films, the John Wick universe includes two spinoff films including Ballerina, set for a June 6th release, and a spinoff starring Donnie Yen that is in development. In addition, Lionsgate is developing the highly anticipated series John Wick: Under the High Table, which Stahelski and Keanu Reeves are executive producing, and the studio has a John Wick AAA video game in the works.
For more information or to purchase tickets to the JOHN WICK EXPERIENCE, please visit www.JohnWickExperience.com. Admission to the JOHN WICK EXPERIENCE is also included in AREA15’s Level 3 and Level 4 Experience Passes available at AREA15.com. Follow @JohnWickExperience on social media.
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