Join Sitar Arts Center for the first event in our 2025 Artists at Work Speakers Series on Thursday, January 23 at 6:30 p.m. We will explore the transformative power of dance with DeMoya Watson Brown, director of community engagement at The Washington Ballet.

Artists at Work gives you exclusive, behind-the-scenes access to DC’s most exciting arts venues through the personal stories of the professionals who make the magic happen.

Arts administrator, dance educator, choreographer, and performing artist, DeMoya Watson Brown has dedicated her career to nurturing young talent, providing opportunities for aspiring artists to thrive, and has graced some of the most prestigious stages as a professional dancer. In conversation with series moderator Charis Gomez, executive producer and host of Living Local DMV, DeMoya will pull back the curtain on her inspiring journey from dancer to arts administrator, as well as answer our pressing questions.