MBOSS
Coming SOON
An Immersive Pole Experience:
Theis Afrofeminineand Other Notes in Resistance
The "Future is Afrofeminine and Other Notes in Resistance" is an immersive celebration of Black womanhood, where pole dancing, storytelling, and generative visuals come together. Set against a backdrop of neon body paint and kanga-inspired audio-reactive visuals, the show features dynamic performances that are bold, playful, and revolutionary. It's a joyful, defiant exploration of Afrofuturist visions, celebrating the creativity and resilience of Black women through interactive art and dance. The unique event is a major cultural expression through a captivating blend of movement, light, and sound.
September 26th 2024West Hollywood, CA
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From Inspiration to Operation, we create imaginative end-to-end multimedia experiences filled with captivating performance, rich narrative, and interactive technology
OUR DESIGNPRINCIPLES
Our studio is a playground for performance artists, dancers, actors, musicians, and creatives of all kinds to collaborate, innovate, and push the boundaries of their craft.
We believe in the power of STORYTELLING to transport and inspire. Through our immersive experiences, we craft narratives that captivate the imagination, provoke thought, and ignite the senses.
MBOSS harnesses REAL-TIME TECHNOLOGY to create dynamic and participatory experiences that blur the lines between performer and audience, inviting everyone to become part of the story.
We are pioneers of Afro-centric futurism, envisioning and bringing to life vibrant, inclusive futures where Black culture thrives.
We are committed to Inclusive Excellence in all aspects of our work, from concept development to execution, ensuring that our immersive experiences are accessible, inclusive, and unforgettable for audiences of all backgrounds.
Co-Founder &Creative Director
Arwa is a Creative Director who has been working in the immersive space since 2017. Her work exists at the intersection of tech and social change with a focus on the experiences of womxn and black people.
Arwa has worked as an Imagineer at Walt Disney Imagineering, designing interactive experiences for the Avengers Campus in Disneyland California. She also worked as an Experience Design manager at Madison Square Garden's Sphere Entertainment, the world's largest immersive venue in Las Vegas. Currently, Arwa works as a Designer at Meta building virtual worlds. Arwa received my master's degree in Design Engineering from the MIT Media Lab and BA. from Yale University. Now based in Los Angeles, Arwa was born and raised in Nairobi, Kenya.
Outside of work, Arwa has been pole dancing for 3 years.