Artist Talks with Natasha Calixte is Cumbe’s latest talk show! Yes honey! We are chatting it up with some of our favorite artists, dance industry professionals and more. We’re learning about their lifestyles, their opinions on world events and the art of expression. Join Natasha every second and fourth Monday of the month at 6:00pm ET on Instagram and Facebook @cumbedance.

This week, we’re chatting with Chicava Honeychild is a Universal Healing Tao teacher under the direct tutelage of Sharon Smith and Mantak Chia. Her work is about passing along this wisdom and the magic of inner space to women.  She is the Brown Girls Burlesque Creative Producer and founder of Sacred Chrysalis. Sacred Chrysalis marries the playful ecstasy of burlesque with Taoist womanly teachings, metaphysics and trauma release to create a space of renewal and creativity. 

Natasha Calixte is a Brooklyn based dancer and arts administrator. She received her bachelor’s degree from SUNY Purchase College Arts Management program, and is currently working as a leader organizing programs for Cumbe Center for African and Diaspora Dance. Natasha’s interest include exploring world ritual practices/lifestyles, queer Black experiences and advocating for arts programs for vulnerable communities.