# NEW: 5/21 Biscuit - Charlotte is Creative

> Source: https://www.charlotteiscreative.com/custom-email/new-5-21-biscuit/
> Updated: 2025-05-21T14:44:50+00:00
> Type: Email Newsletter

Experience a rare Charlotte performance by the internationally acclaimed PHILADANCO! – The Philadelphia Dance Company. Celebrated for their athleticism,

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Experience a rare Charlotte performance by the internationally acclaimed [**PHILADANCO!** **– The Philadelphia Dance Company**](https://www.ganttcenter.org/calendar/an-evening-with-philadanco/). Celebrated for their athleticism, artistry, and passion, PHILADANCO! brings a powerful program that elevates resiliency, culture and traditions.

Founded by the legendary **Joan Myers Brown** in 1970, **PHILADANCO!** continues to break barriers and preserve African-American dance traditions with unmatched energy and skill.

Don’t miss this unforgettable night of movement and meaning.

## **Pre-Reception & Fireside Chat**

[**Upgrade your ticket**\*](https://www.ganttcenter.org/calendar/an-evening-with-philadanco/) to enjoy a pre-show reception featuring refreshments and a fireside chat with PHILADANCO! Founder Joan Myers Brown and moderated by Ayisha McMillan Cravotta, Charlotte Ballet Academy Director, 6 p.m. at the Harvey B. Gantt Center.

*\*After adding the **PHILADANCO!** ticket to your order, you will receive the option to upgrade your ticket with the Pre-Reception & Fireside Chat.*

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*This batch of The Biscuit was sponsored by the **Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture**. A portion of the sponsorship will help fund a [H.U.G. micro-grant](http://wwww.huggrant.com) for a local creative.*