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Plays in DC[FRAME] Program: Afterimages
Saturday, June 13
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

Regal Gallery Place

701 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20001

for all screenings

Making Their Pointe

Director

Kamilah Thurmon

During segregation in Washington, D.C., African American ballet teachers built institutions of excellence in communities too often overlooked, training generations of young dancers in the discipline and artistry of classical ballet. Through unwavering commitment, they provided not only technical mastery, but also confidence, pride, and opportunity.

At a time when the world of classical ballet largely excluded them, these women created their own spaces — nurturing talent and expanding what was possible for Black ballerinas. Their influence extended far beyond the studio, shaping lives and building a cultural legacy that continues to resonate today.

Through intimate storytelling, archival material, and present-day reflection, MAKING THEIR POINTE honors the women who paved the way and the enduring impact of their work across generations.

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Kamilah Thurmon

Director, Making Their Pointe

Kamilah Thurmon is an Emmy-nominated producer and storyteller with nearly two decades of experience creating films and unscripted television for networks including NBC, HGTV, BET, MTV, VH1, Bravo, Lifetime, and Oxygen. She is the founder of GEN2GEN Media, where she focuses on uncovering untold stories and amplifying underrepresented voices.

Her Emmy-nominated documentary, THE LEGACY OF LEE’S FLOWER SHOP, reflects her commitment to preserving the history and legacy of African American communities in Washington, D.C.. A recipient of grants from HumanitiesDC and the Library of Congress, and a fellow of the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities, her work centers on documenting and honoring stories rooted in D.C. and beyond.

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