KENNETH
STRONG
they are FIRE
noun |fīr|
dynamism, energy, vigor, animation, vitality, vibrancy,
exuberance, zest, elan; passion, ardor, zeal, spirit, verve,
vivacity,vivaciousness; enthusiasm, eagerness, gusto,
fervor, fervency; informal pep,vim, go, get-up-and-go, oomph.
Who are you?
KS: I am just a simple guy with dreams of changing the world by connecting people! I am Love, Peace, and Positive Energy!
AP: I am a creative being from a small town in North Carolina chasing and succeeding in my dreams.
What is your choreographic style of dance?
KS: My style is very unique. I call it Hip Hop [#FlyŠhxtØNLY 🎲 ] style!
AP: I dont necessarily label myself as a “choreographer”. So I wouldn’t say that i have a specific choreographic style. Its more about what moves me. What inspires me.
When was your most provocative moment as a dancer or choreographer?
KS: America's Best Dance Crew, and sharing the stage with Usher!
AP: I was dancing in the “dance explosion” at my church when i was younger and my dad came and sat in the crowd to see me dance for the first time and it brought tears to his eyes. Along with the accolades of others and my mother, who was a regular at any and all dance events i had, my father’s reaction changed the way i perceived my gift and ability to perform.
Describe when you had a freeing experience, or a “come to moment” and realization that dance and choreography was your calling and purpose.
KS: Since the day I was born I knew that life was a beat. The moments are endless.
Where did this moment happen?
KS: I knew my purpose was to move. So I hit the ground running and never looked back. There's never a moment when I'm not dancing. The art has consumed my life in all that I do.
Why does this moment stick with you and how does it inspire you in all of your dance and choreography creations?
KS: I have always been on the move. There has never been a moment that I haven’t been inspired to move. I want to leave you with this final thought. Just don’t stop moving.
AP: Honestly, it sticks with me because it is an ongoing battle to get my dad to understand what my purpose is on this earth. But it inspires me to be able to see how my gift uplifts my family and friends and even people i don’t know. My ingenuity comes from allowing all of my senses to succumb to inspiration wherever it may be found.