Ton Ko-Thi Children Audition

Ton Ko-Thi Children’s Performing Ensemble, translated as “Little Ko-Thi”, is the vanguard of Ko-Thi Dance Company’s

education outreach. Established in 1983 by company alumna Linda Lacy Hodge who understood the importance of passingvon culture & tradition through performance art to the younger generation. It identifies, nurtures and develops young artistic talent as they explore dance, music, & theater.

With members ranging in ages from 6-16, the Ton Ko-Thi boasts an impressive resume performing for Alvin Aliley, No Studios Dance Festival, Congresswoman Gwen Moore, Milwaukee City Hall, Summerfest with Ko-Thi alumna Naima Adedapo, and the Ravinia Festival in Illinois. Many of its former members have gone on to pursue a multitude of professional careers. Centered in the African American and African Diasporic aesthetic, Ko-Thi Dance Company mentors its youth ensemble around a series of goals: Artistic Development, Self Love, Cultural Awareness, Self-Discipline, Teamwork, Communication Skills, Self -Affirmation, delivered through a comprehensive curriculum that provides leadership, inter group dynamics and performing opportunities.

In this audition we are searching for singers, dancers, musicians, acrobats. During their audition your child will be given the opporuntites to show case their talents as well as learn a piece taught by members of Ko-Thi performing ensemble.

Please RSVP in advance.