RESIDENT ORGANIZATIONS

The organizations below base their operations at Flashpoint as participants in the Incubator Residency program operated by Cultural Development Corporation.

One in Ten

Founded in 1991, One in Ten works to build community among GLBT people by bringing stories of the global LGBT experience to life on the big screen. At the same time One in Ten began it’s first program, the Reel Affirmations International Gay and Lesbian Film Festival. One in Ten's programs include Reel Affirmation: The Nation's LGBT Film Festival, nights of live comedy, educational programs, and collaborations with other arts organizations to tell the stories of the gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender (GLBT) community.
www.oneinten.org/

Solas Nua

Founded in December 2004, Solas Nua (new light) remains the only organization in the United States dedicated exclusively to contemporary Irish Arts, with programming ranging from critically acclaimed theatre seasons to film festivals and literary events. The focus of the company is to introduce new Irish artists and their work to American audiences and to give both sides as many opportunities as possible to interact. Solas Nua is run by DC local, Dan Brick (Producing Director) and Dubliner, Linda Murray (Artistic Director).
www.solasnua.org

Photo by Dan Brick.

Rhythm ‘N Dance

Founded in 2009, the mission of Rhythm ‘N Dance is to preserve African Diasporic culture through arts education for youth and aspiring artists. Working with a collective of artists, we offer workshops, performances and lectures for through school-based programs and organizations. Rhythm ‘N Dance is run by Executive Director Kevin L. McIntosh and Managing Director Takeyah A. Young.
www.RhythmNDance.com

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