In Motion, In Time: Casting Crowns: Frankie Lee III Interprets Basquiat

Dancer and choreographer Frankie Lee III brings the vibrant world of artist Jean-Michel Basquiat to life through movement in this free performance. Casting Crowns is a multidisciplinary dance work that draws inspiration from Basquiat's distinctive visual style, combining live dancing with projected images, sound, and improvisation. The piece explores the symbolism of crowns—representing identity, resilience, imagination, and recognition—as performers blur the lines between body and art, turning gestures into mark-making and movement into memory. This event is part of the NCMA's In Motion, In Time series, which pairs original dance performances with museum exhibitions to give audiences fresh ways to experience art. Families curious about contemporary art, dance, or Basquiat's work will find this an engaging and creative experience. Best for older kids and teens who enjoy movement-based performances and visual art. Admission is free, and the performance takes place in a museum setting alongside the Basquiat × Banksy exhibition.