The Juneteenth Experience

Experience a powerful evening of music, movement and storytelling that honors the spirit of Juneteenth through a blend of live performance and visual art. Returning for its fifth year, this immersive concert-theater production features a multidisciplinary lineup of vocalists, dancers and musicians committed to preserving and celebrating the stories of Black South Florida.

The Juneteenth Experience takes place June 18–19 at the Colony Theatre on Miami Beach. Presented by Hued Songs, the 2025 edition includes musical direction by King Friday, choreography by Gentry George and writing by Arsimmer McCoy, with digital projections by visual artist Russell Watson. The program opens with short films focused on Black liberation, followed by a stage performance that integrates gospel, soul, classical music, spoken word and dance. Created under the artistic direction of Kunya Rowley, this collaborative work not only commemorates a national holiday, but also acts as a living archive of Black resilience, joy and cultural memory.