Famed choreographer Jawole Zollar to speak

As part of Black History Month, Jawole Willa Jo Sollar, founder and artistic director of Urban Bush Women, will share her perspectives on art as a tool for liberation in a conversation scheduled for 7 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 2, at UNC Charlotte Center City. In addition to the interview and question-and-answer period, facilitated by dance professor Takiya Nur Amin, there will be a brief movement demonstration by Urban Bush Women members.

In conjunction with this event, earlier that day, the public can participate in the workshop “Dance is for Everybody” at 12:30 p.m. at the Gantt Center for African American Art and Culture. Registration is required; suitable for age 16 and older.

Founded in 1984, Urban Bush Women seeks to bring the untold and under-told histories and stories of disenfranchised people to light through dance. They do this from a woman-centered perspective and as members of the African Diaspora community. The group will be conducting a residency with the College of Arts + Architecture’s Dance Department starting Tuesday, Jan. 29.