Taratibu Youth Association

Taratibu Youth Association TYA is a performing arts organization providing a creative and transformative experience for young performing artists of African and African-American decent.

With eclectic and diverse musical influences, this sensational ensemble of young artists performs modern dance, ballet and hip hop, and African dance. The dance company has its strongest roots in Taratibu, which combines contemporary military drill movements with traditional African dance. Taratibu also integrates vocals, including traditional Negro spirituals, contemporary gospel and songs in Kis

wahili, the national language of several East African countries, as well as vocals in Zulu, the most widely spoken language in South Africa.

The time is here….Spring Auditions are here!!! Are you ready?? Spring Auditions are today — have you prepared?! Don’t mi...
03/21/2026

The time is here….Spring Auditions are here!!! Are you ready??

Spring Auditions are today — have you prepared?!

Don’t miss TYA’s spring auditions. Bantu and Maasai groups are looking for talented youth, young adults and adults.

📍Joe’s Movement Emporium
3309 Bunker Hill Rd Mount Rainier MD
📅 Saturday, March 21, 2026
🕧 10am-4pm (Be prepared to stay the whole time)

Come prepared with a song, spoken word (poem or monologue), and movement.

No experience required!!!

🔥Meet us there today!!!! 🔥

The time is here….Spring Auditions are near!!! Are you ready?? Spring Auditions are less than 2 weeks away — have you pr...
03/10/2026

The time is here….Spring Auditions are near!!! Are you ready??

Spring Auditions are less than 2 weeks away — have you prepared?!

Don’t miss TYA’s spring auditions. Bantu and Maasai groups are looking for talented youth, young adults and adults.

📍Joe’s Movement Emporium
3309 Bunker Hill Rd Mount Rainier MD
📅 Saturday, March 21, 2026
🕧 10am-4pm (Be prepared to stay the whole time)

Come prepared with a song, spoken word (poem or monologue), and movement.

No experience required!!!

🔥Meet us there Saturday, March 21st 🔥

🤩 It’s SHOW DAY!!!!!!NOKORE: TRUTH is TODAY — and seats are still filling up. You can buy your tickets at the door!!! Do...
02/15/2026

🤩 It’s SHOW DAY!!!!!!

NOKORE: TRUTH is TODAY — and seats are still filling up. You can buy your tickets at the door!!!

Don’t miss Taratibu Youth Association’s 2026 Black History Show, a breathtaking celebration of truth, culture, and legacy brought to life through song, dance, and poetry.

🌍 Journey through powerful stories from Bahia, Brazil; South Africa; West Africa; and the United States— storytelling that will make you cry, laugh, and beam with pride as we honor people of African descent.

📍 Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater 1101 6th St SW, Washington, DC 20024
📅 Sunday, February 15, 2026

🎭 Showtimes & Tickets
🕑 2:00 PM → Buy at the Door
🕕 6:00 PM → Buy at the Door

🎟️ Tickets are available at the door
📞 Or call the Arena Stage Box Office: **(202) 488-3300

🔥 Don’t wait until the last minute. Be part of the truth. Be part of the legacy. NOKORE: TRUTH.

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02/12/2026

⏳ 3 days and counting…
Don’t miss Taratibu Youth Association’s 2026 Black History Show — a powerful celebration of truth, culture, and legacy brought to life through song, dance, and poetry.

🌍 Experience our market scene and pay homage to the Baianas of Bahia, Brazil

📍 Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater
1101 6th St SW, Washington, DC 20024
📅 Sunday, February 15, 2026

🎭 Showtimes & Tickets
🕑 2:00 PM
🕕 6:00 PM

🎟️ Get tickets at the links above (in bio) or visit
👉 http://www.taratibu.org/schedule/2026-black-history-show
📞 Arena Stage Box Office: (202) 488-3300

🔥 Don’t wait until the last minute. Be part of the truth. Be part of the legacy. NOKORE: TRUTH.

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02/07/2026

⏳ 8 days and counting…
Don’t miss Taratibu Youth Association’s 2026 Black History Show — a powerful celebration of truth, culture, and legacy brought to life through song, dance, and poetry.

🌍 Experience our mamas honoring the people of South Africa with grace, strength, resilience, and unwavering love — **because mamas bring the heat as well.

📍 Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater
1101 6th St SW, Washington, DC 20024
📅 Sunday, February 15, 2026

🎭 Showtimes & Tickets
🕑 2:00 PM
🕕 6:00 PM

🎟️ Get tickets at the links above (in bio) or visit
👉 http://www.taratibu.org/schedule/2026-black-history-show
📞 Arena Stage Box Office: (202) 488-3300

🔥 Don’t wait until the last minute. Be part of the truth. Be part of the legacy. NOKORE: TRUTH.

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⏳ The countdown is ON!NOKORE: TRUTH is less than 2 weeks away — and seats are almost gone.Don’t miss Taratibu Youth Asso...
02/05/2026

⏳ The countdown is ON!

NOKORE: TRUTH is less than 2 weeks away — and seats are almost gone.

Don’t miss Taratibu Youth Association’s 2026 Black History Show, a breathtaking celebration of truth, culture, and legacy brought to life through song, dance, and poetry.

🌍 Journey through powerful stories from Bahia, Brazil; South Africa; West Africa; and the United States— storytelling that will make you cry, laugh, and beam with pride as we honor people of African descent.

📍 Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater 1101 6th St SW, Washington, DC 20024
📅 Sunday, February 15, 2026

🎭 Showtimes & Tickets
🕑 2:00 PM → https://tickets.arenastage.org/39935/39936
🕕 6:00 PM → https://tickets.arenastage.org/39935/39937

🎟️ Access tickets at links above or through our website www.taratibu.org/schedule/2026-black-history-show
📞 Or call the Arena Stage Box Office: **(202) 488-3300

🔥 Don’t wait until the last minute. Be part of the truth. Be part of the legacy. NOKORE: TRUTH.

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⏳ The countdown is ON!NOKORE: TRUTH is less than 2 weeks away — and seats are almost gone.Don’t miss Taratibu Youth Asso...
02/04/2026

⏳ The countdown is ON!

NOKORE: TRUTH is less than 2 weeks away — and seats are almost gone.

Don’t miss Taratibu Youth Association’s 2026 Black History Show, a breathtaking celebration of truth, culture, and legacy brought to life through song, dance, and poetry.

🌍 Journey through powerful stories from Bahia, Brazil; South Africa; West Africa; and the United States— storytelling that will make you cry, laugh, and beam with pride as we honor people of African descent.

📍 Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater 1101 6th St SW, Washington, DC 20024
📅 Sunday, February 15, 2026

🎭 Showtimes & Tickets
🕑 2:00 PM → https://tickets.arenastage.org/39935/39936
🕕 6:00 PM → https://tickets.arenastage.org/39935/39937

🎟️ Access tickets at links above or through our website www.taratibu.org/schedule/2026-black-history-show
📞 Or call the Arena Stage Box Office: **(202) 488-3300

🔥 Don’t wait until the last minute. Be part of the truth. Be part of the legacy. NOKORE: TRUTH.

🖤💛💚 FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER… 💚💛🖤Taratibu Youth Association proudly presents our official show T-shirt for the 2026 Annua...
02/03/2026

🖤💛💚 FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER… 💚💛🖤

Taratibu Youth Association proudly presents our official show T-shirt for the 2026 Annual Black History Show:

✨ Nokore: Truth ✨

This shirt represents culture, young diasporic voices, and the power of truth—featuring our cast and honoring another powerful year of storytelling, dance, and legacy.

🎟 SHOW TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW — don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

👕 Show T-Shirts ON SALE - Shirts will be picked up on SHOW DAY
🗓 Sunday, February 15, 2026
📍 Arena Stage at the Mead Center

Support our young people. Wear the message. Experience the truth.

👉 Order your shirt here:
https://www.taratibu.org/marketplace/p/bhs-26-nokore-truth-t-shirt



VENDORS WANTED – NOKORE: TRUTH ✊🏾Taratibu Youth Association invites fashion, art, service & creative vendors to be part ...
01/29/2026

VENDORS WANTED – NOKORE: TRUTH ✊🏾

Taratibu Youth Association invites fashion, art, service & creative vendors to be part of our Annual Black History Show.

No food vendors | This is a space to showcase culture, creativity, and truth.

📩 Email us to apply | Limited slots available

Boogie on down to Arena stage Sunday , February 15th at 2pm or 6pm to catch this year’s Black History Show. Come enjoy a...
01/20/2026

Boogie on down to Arena stage Sunday , February 15th at 2pm or 6pm to catch this year’s Black History Show. Come enjoy a show where we share some Truths about our history and present day. Tickets can be found on our website and on Eventbrite.

Have you marked your calendars yet??? Save the date for our annual Black History Show. Tickets coming soon
12/31/2025

Have you marked your calendars yet??? Save the date for our annual Black History Show. Tickets coming soon

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Joe's Movement Emporium 3309 Bunker Hill Rd
Mount Rainier, MD
20712

Opening Hours

Tuesday 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Thursday 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Saturday 12pm - 4pm

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