DANCE, CELEBRATE, CONNECT

Growing Where Planted: African Tapestry is a community‑rooted performance created by the Berkshire African Dance & Drum Collective (BADD). 

Drawing from African diasporic movement, rhythm, and storytelling, the work celebrates resilience, cultural memory, and the power of collective artistry.

Presented at Jacob’s Pillow – Artist of the Berkshires Community Day (8/14/2026), the piece brought together dancers, musicians, and community members from across Berkshire County and beyond. Under the direction of Noel Staples‑Freeman (Sister Noel), the performance honors tradition while uplifting the creativity and spirit of our local community.  Here’s the full video — credits included