The Bessies Steering Committee invites you to celebrate from the comfort of your home as The Bessies announce the 2021 Nominated Artists. Join host George Emilio-Sanchez while enjoying unique Bessies cocktail and mocktail recipes, connecting with the dance and performance community, a virtual step & repeat photoshoot, and a one-minute dance party!

Nominations will be presented by Elgie Gaynell Sherrod, Ed.D, Charles Vincent Burwell, Adesola Osakalumi, Celia Ipiotis, Elka Samuels Smith, Anabella Lenzu, Benjamin Akio Kimitch, and Sangeeta Ghosh Yesley.

Bessies Steering Committee: Cora Cahan, Judy Hussie-Taylor, Jeanne Linnes, Stanford Makishi, Nicky Paraiso, Carla Peterson, Craig Peterson, Gus Solomons jr, Paz Tanjuaquio, Laurie Uprichard, Charmaine Warren.

Nominations are made by The Bessies Selection Committee.

Accessibility: The Zoom event with have CART (subtitles and full transcript). For other accessibility inquires, please contact Dani at dani.bessiesassist@gmail.com.