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๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ด๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง ๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ด๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ด๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง ๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ด๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ
โœ… Ghana Shows โ€” Complete

GHANA WAS ELECTRIC.

July 5โ€“6, 2026 ยท Arts Centre Open Air, Greater Accra โ€” the stage was set and the crowd delivered.

๐Ÿ™ Thank you J Michael Antonio for your hospitality & hosting ๐ŸŽค Guest Host @Portia Freelove โ€” phenomenal!
Shows Completed

JULY 5โ€“6 ยท ACCRA

Both shows ran live at the Arts Centre Open Air, Greater Accra. The audience voted, the judges deliberated, and 3 contestants were eliminated. The competition is heating up.

Arts Centre Open AirGreater Accra ยท Accra, Ghana
July 5 & July 6, 2026Shows completed โ€” audience voted
3 Eliminated7 contestants advance to Finale
7 RemainingAll battling for 1 spot ยท Aug 8 Finale
Finale Flyer โ€” Ultimate Unification of Dance ยท August 8, 2026 ยท E.T.S. Drama Studio, Univ. of Ghana
๐Ÿ‘‘ FINALE โ€” AUG 8, 2026
QR code for finale tickets Tickets Coming Soon
The Ultimate Unification of Dance Champion Trophy โ€” 2026
THE REAL TROPHY
Champion of Africa ยท 2026
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ญ
FINALE NIGHT
August 8, 2026 ยท 6:30โ€“10:00 PM
Venue
E.T.S. Drama Studio ยท Univ. of Ghana, Legon
Contestants
7 remaining โ€” 1 will be crowned
Prize
$1,000 + Trip to USA Finals
Finale Tickets โ€” Coming Soon
๐Ÿ† $1,000 CASH PRIZE ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ญ GHANA SHOWS COMPLETE ยท JULY 5โ€“6 โ€” ELECTRIC! ๐Ÿ™ THANK YOU J MICHAEL ANTONIO & PORTIA FREELOVE ๐Ÿ”ฅ 7 OF 10 CONTESTANTS REMAIN ยท WHO WILL WIN? ๐Ÿ‘‘ FINALE ยท AUGUST 8, 2026 ยท E.T.S. DRAMA STUDIO ยท ACCRA โœˆ๏ธ TOP 3 WIN ROUND TRIP TO USA FINALS โ€” $10,000 CASH & PRIZES ๐ŸŽค HOSTS: BRANDON HORTON (USA) ยท PORTIA FREELOVE (GHANA) ๐Ÿ‘ U JUDGE โ€” AUDIENCE VOTES COUNT ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ USA FINALISTS: WHITNEY RICKETTS-MALONE ยท APRYL EVANS ยท MYESHA NETTLES โš”๏ธ USA vs AFRICA ยท ONE STAGE ยท ACCRA GHANA ๐Ÿ—ฝ NYC DANCE PARADE ยท MAY 16, 2026 ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ USA FINALS โ€” SEPT 12โ€“13, 2026 ยท NYC ยท TICKETS COMING SOON ๐Ÿ† $1,000 CASH PRIZE ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ญ GHANA SHOWS COMPLETE ยท JULY 5โ€“6 โ€” ELECTRIC! ๐Ÿ™ THANK YOU J MICHAEL ANTONIO & PORTIA FREELOVE ๐Ÿ”ฅ 7 OF 10 CONTESTANTS REMAIN ยท WHO WILL WIN? ๐Ÿ‘‘ FINALE ยท AUGUST 8, 2026 ยท E.T.S. DRAMA STUDIO ยท ACCRA โœˆ๏ธ TOP 3 WIN ROUND TRIP TO USA FINALS โ€” $10,000 CASH & PRIZES ๐ŸŽค HOSTS: BRANDON HORTON (USA) ยท PORTIA FREELOVE (GHANA) ๐Ÿ‘ U JUDGE โ€” AUDIENCE VOTES COUNT ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ USA FINALISTS: WHITNEY RICKETTS-MALONE ยท APRYL EVANS ยท MYESHA NETTLES โš”๏ธ USA vs AFRICA ยท ONE STAGE ยท ACCRA GHANA ๐Ÿ—ฝ NYC DANCE PARADE ยท MAY 16, 2026 ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ USA FINALS โ€” SEPT 12โ€“13, 2026 ยท NYC ยท TICKETS COMING SOON
๐ŸŒ Season 1 World Tour

UPCOMING SHOW DATES

Four countries. Four stages. One champion crowned.

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ด
๐ŸŸก COMING SOON
Bogotรก, Colombia
Teatro Barajas
July 30 โ€“ Aug 2, 2026
ยท Multi-night competition
ยท $1,000 per country prize
๐Ÿ”” Tickets Dropping Soon
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ญ
โœ… SHOWS COMPLETED
Ghana, Africa
Arts Centre Open Air ยท Greater Accra
July 5โ€“6, 2026 ยท Shows ran live
๐Ÿ™ Thanks J Michael Antonio & @Portia Freelove
๐Ÿ‘‘ FINALE โ€” Aug 8, 2026
E.T.S. Drama Studio ยท Univ. of Ghana, Legon
๐Ÿ”ฅ 7 of 10 contestants remain
ยท Who will be crowned Champion of Africa?
๐ŸŽŸ Tickets Coming Soon
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ด
๐ŸŸก COMING SOON
Santo Domingo
Dominican Republic โ€” TBA
Aug 20 โ€“ 23, 2026
ยท Multi-night competition
ยท Top 3 advance to USA Finals
๐Ÿ”” Tickets Dropping Soon
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ ๐Ÿ‘‘ FINALE
๐Ÿ‘‘ GRAND FINALE
New York City, USA
Ailey CitiGroup Theater
Sept 12 โ€“ 13, 2026
๐Ÿ† $10,000 Cash & Prizes
ยท Top 3 per country compete
๐Ÿ”” Tickets Dropping Soon
๐Ÿ† $1,000 per country ยท ๐Ÿ‘‘ Winner: $10,000 Cash & Prizes ยท โœˆ๏ธ Top 3 per country advance to USA Finals

WHERE COMPETITION MEETS UNITY

Created, Produced & Directed by ATHENA COSBY Creator ยท Executive Producer ยท Director

This isn't just a dance competition. This is a cultural revolution โ€” on stage, in the house, and on camera.

Conceived and brought to life by Athena Cosby โ€” Creator, Executive Producer, and Director โ€” The Ultimate Unification of Dance brings together 10 elite dancers from 12 different cultures, places them under one roof, and captures every moment โ€” the rehearsals, the rivalries, the breakthroughs, and the breakdowns โ€” on camera for the world to witness.

Part high-stakes dance battle. Part raw, unfiltered reality show. The audience judges. The world watches. One dancer walks away as the Ultimate Champion โ€” and earns a round trip to compete for $10,000 at the USA Finals.

10 Contestants
12 Cultures
1 Winner
$10K USA Final Prize

Live Competition

Live battles judged by an expert panel AND the audience. Every performance counts. Every vote matters. Elimination is real and it happens in front of you.

Reality Show

Cameras roll inside the house โ€” 24/7. True stories. Real emotions. Unscripted moments that define legends and break your heart all at once.

Cultural Unity

12 cultures. One stage. Dance is the universal language โ€” and this show proves it. From Afrobeats to Bollywood, Salsa to Hip-Hop, all styles collide here.

10 DANCERS. 1 HOUSE.

When the stage lights go down, the cameras keep rolling.

Living Together

All 10 contestants share one house for the entire competition. No privacy. No escape. Every alliance, every argument, every tearful breakthrough โ€” all captured on camera.

Always On Camera

This is real reality TV. Behind the rehearsal. After the loss. Before the big performance. The cameras never stop. The most unfiltered dance reality show ever made.

Drama & Elimination

One by one, dancers are eliminated in front of a live audience. Who stays? Who goes? Only the strongest survive both the house tension AND the stage pressure.

True Stories

Every contestant carries a story โ€” of sacrifice, identity, culture, and passion. The reality show tells those stories fully, making every performance hit even harder.

Alliances & Rivalries

Inside the house, friendships form and tensions rise. The drama off stage is just as fierce as the battles on it. Viewers pick their favorites long before finale night.

You Are the Judge

Audience votes count. The people in the seats have real power. YOU can change who advances. YOU decide who becomes the Ultimate Champion. U Judge.

THIS IS MORE THAN COMPETITION

Inside the house, contestants don't just live together โ€” they immerse in each other's worlds. Every day is a new culture. Every meal, every lesson, every conversation changes them forever.

Eat Their Food

From jollof rice to dim sum, birria to roti โ€” contestants share their culture's cuisine every day. Food is the first bridge. No one leaves the table the same way they arrived.

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ Dumplings๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Biryani๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Feijoada๐ŸŒ Jollof Rice๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Tamales๐ŸŒŠ Curry Goat

Learn Their History

Each contestant teaches the house about where they come from โ€” the struggles, the triumphs, the traditions. History that isn't in textbooks. Stories passed down through generations, shared in one living room.

๐ŸŽญ Oral traditions๐Ÿ“œ Cultural roots๐Ÿ™ Rituals & beliefs๐Ÿ›๏ธ Ancestral stories

Learn Their Dance

Contestants teach each other their signature styles โ€” live, in the house, on camera. A hip-hop dancer learning Afrobeats. A Bollywood performer learning Salsa. The cross-cultural exchange is raw, real, and electric.

๐Ÿ’ƒ Salsa๐Ÿฅ Afrobeats๐ŸŽ‹ Soca๐Ÿฎ Bollywood๐ŸŽถ Amapiano๐ŸŽค Hip-Hop

Discover Themselves

When you step fully into another culture โ€” you see your own more clearly. Contestants return to their roots deeper than they've ever gone before, finding pride, identity, and purpose through every shared moment.

โœจ Identity๐ŸŒฑ Growth๐Ÿค Unity๐Ÿ’ช Confidence
"When you put 10 world-class dancers from 12 cultures in one house and tell them 'only one of you walks out a champion' โ€” you get something television has never seen before."

BATTLE FOR THE CROWN

Three show days. Two shows on Day 1. One stage. Eliminations that will keep you holding your breath.

DAY 1 & DAY 2 โ€” ONE EPIC NIGHT
July 5, 2026 Two Shows ยท Same Day E.T.S. Drama Studio, Univ. of Ghana, Accra Double Showdown

Double Show Day โ€” Day 1 & Day 2

โšก Two full shows on the same day! Day 1 opens at 6:30 PM featuring Hawaii, Korea, India & China. Day 2 follows at 8:00 PM with the Latin & Caribbean explosion โ€” Brazil, Colombia, Cuba, Dominican Republic & Mexico.

๐ŸŒ DAY 1 ยท SHOW 1 โ€” 6:30 PM
Featured Cultures: ๐ŸŒบ Hawaii ๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Korea ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ India ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ China

All 10 contestants hit the stage first. The house opens. Cameras roll. Night 1 features the breathtaking grace of Hawaiian Hula, the elegant beauty of Korean Fan Dance, the timeless artistry of Indian Bharatanatyam, and the powerful spectacle of Chinese Dragon Dance.

๐ŸŒŽ DAY 2 ยท SHOW 2 โ€” 8:00 PM
Featured Cultures: ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Brazil ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ด Colombia ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡บ Cuba ๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ด Dominican Rep. ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Mexico

The heat turns up immediately. Latin & Caribbean cultures electrify the stage โ€” Samba, Cumbia, Salsa, Merengue & Folklรณrico collide in one explosive evening. Every vote counts.

3:30 PMVendors open ยท Shopping & food
5:30 PMDoors open โ€” close promptly at 6:30 PM
6:30 PM๐ŸŒ SHOW 1 starts โ€” Day 1 ยท Hawaii, Korea, India & China ยท Doors close
7:45 PMBrief intermission ยท Vendors & refreshments
8:00 PM๐ŸŒŽ SHOW 2 starts โ€” Day 2 ยท Latin & Caribbean Takeover
9:00 PM๐Ÿ—ณ๏ธ Live voting opens
MidnightVoting closes ยท Results announced
Get Tickets โ€” Day 1 & 2 ยท July 5
Ghana Event Prize $1,000

TOP 3 FINALISTS WIN A ROUND TRIP TO COMPETE IN

THE USA NATIONAL FINALS $10,000 Cash & Prizes

YOUR AUDIENCE GUIDE

Get ready for a week filled with excitement โ€” a multicultural dance competition like no other!

The live event runs July 5โ€“6, 2026 in Accra, Ghana โ€” with two full shows on Day 1 at 6:30 PM & 8:00 PM, showcasing special judges, captivating performances, and our Top 10 contestants going after the winning spot. As an audience member, your vote counts. Don't miss your chance to be part of this unique celebration!

DAYS 1 & 2
July 5, 2026
โฐ 6:30 PM โ€” Show 1 ๐ŸŒบ Hawaii ๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Korea ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ India ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ China โฐ 8:00 PM โ€” Show 2 ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Brazil ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ด Colombia ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡บ Cuba ๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ด Dominican Rep. ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Mexico
NIGHT 3
July 6, 2026
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ USA
FINALE
July 6, 2026
๐ŸŒ Africa ๐ŸŒŠ Caribbean
๐Ÿ‘‘ Champion Crowned + Top 3 earn USA Finals spot

Doors & Times

  • 3:30 PM โ€” Vendor shopping opens
  • 5:30 PM โ€” Doors open
  • 6:30 PM โ€” Doors close promptly
  • 6:30 PM โ€” Live show begins

โš ๏ธ Latecomers will not be admitted until intermission. No refunds.

Dress Code

Dress to impress in fun & trendy attire โ€” or show your cultural pride in cultural attire!

๐Ÿšซ No plain white tees  |  ๐Ÿšซ No green tees

Vendors & VIP Meals

Enjoy vendors during breaks and before the show starting at 3:30 PM.

๐ŸŒŸ VIP ticket holders receive complimentary meals inspired by the night's featured cultures โ€” a special thank-you from us!

Your Vote Matters

You're not just an audience member โ€” you're a judge! Live audience voting opens each night and directly shapes who advances in the competition.

๐Ÿ—ณ๏ธ Voting: 9:00 PM โ€“ Midnight Ghana Time (GMT) every night

Expect the Unexpected

Come prepared for daily surprises and special activities! Contestants will embrace new cultures each night โ€” the energy is electric from start to finish.

Special guest judges and captivating performances throughout the week.

Under 18?

All ages are welcome โ€” but attendees under 18 must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the event.

๐Ÿ“ง Keep an eye on your email for event updates and details!

๐Ÿ† The Stakes

We Will Crown The Ultimate Unification of Dance Champion

The top 3 finalists earn a round-trip to the USA to compete in the USA National Finals โ€” September 12โ€“13, 2026 in New York City โ€” for a $10,000 cash & prizes grand prize.

Get Your Tickets

WHAT HAPPENS IN THE HOUSE

The competition shows you who won. The reality show shows you why it matters.

Episode Arc 2

Rehearsal Diaries

Cameras follow every dancer into their rehearsal space. The struggle is real. The sweat is real. What goes into each performance โ€” the hours, the tears, the breakthroughs โ€” is captured in full.

TrainingSacrificeMentorship
Episode Arc 3

The Elimination Night

After every competition round, the house feels different. One bed goes empty. The remaining dancers deal with loss, relief, guilt โ€” and the crushing pressure that just got heavier.

EliminationRaw EmotionStrategy
Live Show Taping
150+ Studio Audience
Hosts: Brandon Horton & Portia Freelove
Expert Judge Panel
U Judge โ€” You Vote

7 REMAINING. WHO ADVANCES?

Team Africa. Ghana shows complete. 7 of 10 contestants advance to the Finale. 3 were eliminated. Who will be crowned Champion of Africa?

SEVEN REMAIN
VS
ONE CROWN
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โŒ ELIMINATED
05
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ TEAM USA ยท NYC FINALS
Brandon Horton โ€” USA Host ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ BRANDON HORTON
Portia Freelove โ€” Ghana Co-Host ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ญ PORTIA FREELOVE
LIVE HOST ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ โ†’ ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ญ
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ USA ๐ŸŒ Africa Bound ๐ŸŽค Showman
Special Guest Hosts & Show Personalities

BRANDON HORTON

& PORTIA FREELOVE  ยท CO-HOST ยท ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ญ GHANA

Brandon: Atlanta, Georgia ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ  ยท  Portia: Accra ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ญ

"When cultures collide on the dance floor, the whole world watches. We're not just putting on a show โ€” we're making history."

โ€” Brandon Horton ยท The Ultimate Unification of Dance

A high-energy entertainer, brand ambassador, and cultural bridge-builder from the USA, Brandon Horton brings his signature fire, swagger, and authenticity straight from the American stage to Accra, Ghana. Joining him is Portia Freelove, Ghana's powerhouse co-host โ€” bringing local energy, cultural pride, and magnetic stage presence. Together they unite 10 dancers, 12 cultures, and one unforgettable stage.

"Let the culture speak โ€” the moves don't lie."
"From the ATL to Accra โ€” one stage, one world."
"10 dancers walked in. Only one walks out as champion."
10 Dancers
12 Cultures
4 Live Nights
1 Winner
๐Ÿ”ฅ Pure Energy
 The Judge Panel
Judge
Judge
Head Judge
Judge
Judge

Expert judges evaluate every performance โ€” but it's not just their call.
U Judge. The audience vote is part of the score.

SHOW INFO

Dates

July 5 โ€“ 6, 2026

Two show days ยท Two shows on Day 1 ยท Culture & drama

Venue

E.T.S. Drama Studio

School of Performing Arts, Univ. of Ghana (Open Air)

All Show Nights ยท E.T.S. Drama Studio, Accra

Schedule

3:00 PM โ€” Vendors

5:00 PM โ€” Doors

6:30 PM โ€” Show Starts

9:00 PM โ€” Voting Opens

Voting closes Midnight nightly

Host

Brandon Horton โ€” USA Host Host ยท ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ USA
Portia Freelove โ€” Ghana Co-Host Co-Host ยท ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ญ Ghana

Brandon Horton & Portia Freelove

USA Host & Ghana Co-Host ยท Show Personalities

Contact

+1 470-915-6407

+233 26 340 0537

Tickets

egotickets.com

150+ GH Registration seats available

QR Code โ€” Scan to Buy Tickets SCAN TO BUY

12 CULTURES. ONE STAGE. ONE LANGUAGE.

The Universal Language of Dance
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธUSA
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ญGhana
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌNigeria
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ฒJamaica
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ทBrazil
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ดColombia
๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฆS. Africa
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ทPuerto Rico
๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡นTrinidad
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡งUK
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ดDom. Rep.
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡นHaiti

A DAY OF DANCE

An Immersion of Dance ยท Open to All Ages ยท Accra, Ghana

July 5, 2026 Competition Weekend
10:00 AM โ€“ 12:00 PM 2-Hour Immersion
Accra, Ghana Location TBA
FREE Entry First Come First Serve
What to Expect

MEET THE CONTESTANTS.
LEARN FROM THE BEST.

Dancers of all ages are invited to meet the competition contestants face-to-face, take mini dance classes, and participate in a live Q&A session.

As a special gift, we'll be giving away dance gear โ€” shoes, apparel, and equipment โ€” to help participants take their skills further. First Come, First Served.

๐Ÿ•บMini dance classes with contestants
๐ŸŽคLive Q&A with performers
๐Ÿ‘ŸDance gear giveaway โ€” shoes & apparel
๐ŸŒOpen to all ages & skill levels
๐Ÿ“ธMedia coverage & memories
Support This Event

Donations help us give more gear to more dancers.

ultimateunificationofdance@gmail.com

SIGN UP TO PARTICIPATE

Secure your spot โ€” limited space available

First Come, First Served ยท Gear giveaway while supplies last

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ—ฝ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ญ๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ—ฝ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ญ

NYC DANCE PARADE

MAY 16, 2026

Before the Ghana competition begins โ€” the energy hits New York City first. USA Finalists Whitney Ricketts-Malone, Apryl Evans & Myesha Nettles alongside Special Guest Host Brandon Horton will represent The Ultimate Unification of Dance in the legendary NYC Dance Parade.

New York City, USA NYC Dance Parade ยท May 16, 2026
Whitney Ricketts-Malone ยท Apryl Evans ยท Myesha Nettles USA Finalists performing alongside Hosts Brandon Horton & Portia Freelove
USA โ†’ Accra, Ghana NYC to Arts Centre, Greater Accra โ€” One Movement, Two Continents
๐Ÿ—ฝ NEW YORK CITY
NYC DANCE PARADE
MAY 16 ยท 2026
FEATURING
BRANDON HORTON
Special Guest Host ยท USA Finalist
โ†“ THEN โ†“
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ญ ACCRA, GHANA
FINALE ยท AUG 8, 2026

THE USA FINALS

The Ghana Champion and Top 3 finalists fly to the USA to compete for the ultimate prize on American soil.

GHANA COMPLETE โ€” Finale Aug 8 ยท E.T.S. Drama Studio Accra ยท 7 Contestants Remaining
TOP 3 WIN ROUND TRIP โœˆ๏ธ All expenses covered โ€” fly to the USA Finals
USA FINALS โ€” Sept 12โ€“13, 2026 ยท NYC Compete for $10,000 Cash & Prizes
COMING SOON
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธโ†’๐Ÿ†

USA NATIONAL
FINALS

SEPTEMBER 2026
GRAND PRIZE $10,000 Cash & Prizes

Tickets and venue details will be announced soon. Drop your email below โ€” be the FIRST to know when USA Finals tickets drop.

Qualify by competing in Ghana โ€” July 5โ€“6, 2026
$1,000 Ghana Event Winner
+
Round Trip โœˆ๏ธ Top 3 fly to USA Finals
+
$10,000 USA Finals Grand Prize
=
$11,000+ Total Prize Package

THE INSTRUCTORS

The masters who shaped the movement. Six elite instructors bringing 12 cultures to one stage.

๐Ÿฅ

Kadodo Music

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ญ Traditional Ghanaian Drumming

Authentic West African rhythms โ€” the heartbeat of the competition.

๐Ÿ•บ

Steven Prince Tate

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Hip-Hop & Urban Dance

Bringing the streets of America to the global stage.

๐Ÿ’ƒ

Jordin Ewers

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Contemporary & Commercial

Precision, artistry, and power in every movement.

๐ŸŒถ๏ธ

Jampo Morales

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ด Latin & Afro-Colombian

The fire and soul of Latin dance traditions.

๐ŸŒŠ

Jei Palacio

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ญ Asian Fusion & Waacking

Fluid movements bridging Eastern and Western dance forms.

โšก

Luumva

๐ŸŒ Afrobeat & African Contemporary

The pulse of modern Africa โ€” raw energy meets technical mastery.

CAST YOUR VOTE

LIVE SHOW VOTING ONLY ยท One vote per device per show ยท Polls open during each live event worldwide

๐ŸŒ WORLD TOUR ยท VOTING OPEN ON SHOW NIGHTS
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ด
BOGOTร
July 30 โ€“ Aug 2, 2026
Teatro Barajas
๐Ÿ—ณ 9 PM โ€“ Midnight (COT)
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ญ
ACCRA ยท GHANA
July 5โ€“6 ยท Finale Aug 8
E.T.S. Drama Studio ยท Univ. of Ghana
โœ… Shows Complete ยท Finale Aug 8
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ด
SANTO DOMINGO
Aug 20โ€“23, 2026
Venue TBA
๐Ÿ—ณ 9 PM โ€“ Midnight (AST)
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
NEW YORK CITY
Sept 12โ€“13, 2026
Ailey CitiGroup Theater
๐Ÿ† WORLD FINALE

Voting opens 9:00 PM local show time ยท One vote per device per night

VOTING OPENS DURING THE LIVE SHOW

Polls unlock at 9:00 PM local time on each show night and close at Midnight.

GHANAFinale ยท Aug 89:00 PMโ€“Midnight (GMT)
COLOMBIAJul 30 โ€“ Aug 29:00 PMโ€“Midnight (COT)
DRAug 20โ€“239:00 PMโ€“Midnight (AST)
NYC FINALESept 12โ€“13Ailey CitiGroup Theater

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USA SEASON 1
HIGHLIGHTS

The movement that started it all โ€” watch the full energy.

SEASON 1 ยท OFFICIAL HIGHLIGHT REEL
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What Season 1 Delivered

10 DANCERS.
1 STAGE.
ZERO LIMITS.

10Elite Dancers
12Cultures
1Champion
Whitney Ricketts-Malone USA Finalist ยท Waacking ยท Hip-Hop
Apryl Evans USA Finalist ยท Contemporary ยท Urban
Myesha Nettles USA Finalist ยท Krump ยท Popping ยท Street
Brandon Horton โ€” Host Atlanta, GA ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ โ†’ Accra, Ghana ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ญ
NOW COMING TO GHANA ยท FINALE AUG 8, 2026
Apryl Evans โ€” USA Season 1 Finalist
USA FINALIST

Apryl Evans

Contemporary ยท Urban
Whitney Ricketts-Malone โ€” USA Season 1 Finalist
USA FINALIST

Whitney Ricketts-Malone

Waacking ยท Hip-Hop
Myesha Nettles โ€” USA Season 1 Finalist
USA FINALIST

Myesha Nettles

Krump ยท Popping ยท Street
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ญ
NEXT STOP
ACCRA, GHANA
๐Ÿ”ฅ COMING JULY

Ghana Season

July 5โ€“6, 2026 ยท Open Air

INSTRUCTORS & SPOTLIGHT

The visionaries, choreographers, and musical forces powering the world of The Ultimate Unification of Dance.

๐ŸŽต MUSIC

Kadodo Music

Musical Director ยท Live Score

The sonic heartbeat of the competition. Kadodo Music brings live energy and original compositions that drive every performance to new heights.

Live Performance Original Score Cultural Fusion
๐Ÿ•บ INSTRUCTOR

Steven Prince Tate

Choreographer ยท Dance Instructor

A powerhouse choreographer whose dynamic movement vocabulary and coaching style has shaped elite dancers across multiple genres and stages.

Choreography Hip-Hop Street Dance
๐Ÿ’ƒ INSTRUCTOR

Jordin Ewers

Choreographer ยท Movement Artist

With an extraordinary command of contemporary and theatrical movement, Jordin's artistry brings emotional depth and technical excellence to every routine.

Contemporary Theatrical Movement Arts
๐Ÿ”ฅ INSTRUCTOR

Jampo Morales

Latin Dance Specialist ยท Instructor

A master of Latin rhythm and partnering technique, Jampo ignites the stage with explosive energy and precision that commands every room.

Latin Dance Salsa Partnering
โญ INSTRUCTOR

Jei Palacio

Dance Artist ยท Instructor

A versatile and visionary performer, Jei's cross-cultural approach to movement storytelling brings a unique voice to every stage and workshop.

Versatile Style Storytelling Cross-Cultural
๐ŸŽง ARTIST

Luumva

Recording Artist ยท Performer

Rising recording artist and performer whose sound blends genres and cultures into a distinctive vibe that perfectly captures the spirit of unification.

Recording Artist Live Performance Genre Fusion

And More...

Additional Artists TBA

More incredible instructors, performers, and spotlight artists will be announced leading up to the July 5โ€“6 event. Stay connected!

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READY TO COMPETE?

10 spots. 1 house. Your story told to the world. Don't just watch this show โ€” be part of it.

Live competition before a real audience
Featured in the reality show filming
$1,000 cash prize at the Ghana event
Top 3 win round trip to USA Finals
Compete for $10,000 at the USA Finals
Your culture, your story, your stage
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ญ GHANA TICKETS July 5โ€“6, 2026 ยท Accra Get Tickets Online
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๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ USA FINALS TICKETS Sept 12โ€“13, 2026 ยท NYC Coming Soon

PRESENTED BY

D2D
AWARDS COMPANY
๐Ÿ† Lead Producer & Co-Presenter

D2D Awards Company

The driving force behind The Ultimate Unification of Dance โ€” a global entertainment and awards brand dedicated to celebrating talent, culture, and the art of movement across the USA and Ghana stages.

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FLAWLESS DANCE STUDIO ยท GHANA
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ญ Ghana Partner & Co-Presenter

Flawless Dance Studio

Ghana's premier dance studio, owned and operated by Yvonne Okyere. Flawless Dance Studio brings local talent, cultural authenticity, and elite dance training to the Accra stage.

Yvonne Okyere Owner & Director โ€” Flawless Dance Studio, Ghana
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