Ronald K. Brown / EVIDENCE Brings African American Dance, Rhythm and Storytelling to The Wallis
October 8–10, 2026 | Beverly Hills
Acclaimed choreographer Ronald K. Brown and EVIDENCE, A Dance Company are coming to Los Angeles for three performances at The Wallis in Beverly Hills, October 8–10.
Known for blending contemporary dance with African and African American traditions, EVIDENCE uses movement, rhythm and storytelling to explore Black history, culture, community and the human experience. The Wallis describes Brown’s choreography as work that transforms sound into movement and memory into presence. The Wallis
The Los Angeles program features three works:
Tender Warriors — a work celebrating legendary jazz drummer Max Roach and incorporating Afro-Cuban rhythms.
Clear as Tear Water
Upside Down — a work centered around striving toward one’s destiny, personal growth and the strength found through community. The Wallis
Event Details
Ronald K. Brown / EVIDENCE
📅 Thursday, October 8 – Saturday, October 10, 2026
🕢 7:30 PM each evening
📍 The Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts
9390 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills, CA 90210 The Wallis
Tickets & Event Information at The Wallis
BlackNLA Take: If you’re looking for something different to do in Los Angeles this week, this is one to put on the calendar. EVIDENCE brings Black cultural traditions to the concert dance stage in a performance that combines contemporary movement, African traditions, jazz influences and storytelling.
