Out There Without Fear: Jamaica's Dancehall

"Out There Without Fear: Jamaica’s Dancehall" explores the global impact of Jamaica’s Dancehall dancers and their struggle for local recognition. It discusses their role in the tourism industry, the lack of recognition for their popular dance move creations and the debate on the degradation of women. This is a documentary about art, dance, classism, violence, sexuality, the empowerment of women, the church, blackness, roots, tourism and intercultural exchange. The 45-minute documentary will be followed by a panel discussion and Q&A with documentary filmmaker Joelle Powe, Professor Emerita Carolyn Cooper and Adjunct Dance Lecturer Maria Hitchins.