Deh Jah Dance Theatre

13th Season of Dance

“Vamanos”

Choreographer: Racquel Morrish-Cooke
Music: Moojo
Costume: Racquel Morrish-Cooke, Souad Barnes
Dancers: The Company

“Colours”

Choreographer: Racquel Morrish-Cooke
Music: Black Pumas
Costume: Racquel Morrish-Cooke, Souad Barnes
Dancers: The Company

“Counting My Blessings”
2025 JCDC Gold Medal award & National Finalist

Choreographer: Ghana Samuda
Music: Seph Schlueter
Costume: Ghana Samuda
Dancers: Amari Samuda, Arya Lyn, India Smalling, Naomi Williams (Deh Jah Dance Academy – Juniors)

“Slow Me Down” (2012)

Choreographer: Danielle Hammond
Music: Emmy Rossum
Costume: Danielle Hammond
Dancers: Ashley McPherson, Kara-Leigh Jones, Romae Rowe

“God Knows My Name” (2016)

Choreographer: Danielle Hammond
Music: Israel Haughton
Costume: Danielle Hammond
Dancers: Deh Jah Dance Academy

“Awake My Soul”

Choreographer: Ghana Samuda
Music: Hillsong Worship, Tasha Cobbs Leonard, Brook Ligertwood
Costume: Souad Barnes
Dancers: Ashley McPherson, Danielle Hammond, Jhana Hoffstead, Kara-Leigh Jones, Venus Nixon-Matthews

“Jitter and Jive”

Choreographer: Racquel Morrish-Cooke
Music: Kristofer Maddigan
Costume: Racquel Morrish-Cooke & Souad Barnes
Dancers: Deh Jah Dance Academy – Tiny Feet & Little Movers

“Yaad Vibes” (2012)

Choreographer: Ghana Samuda
Music: Bob Marley
Costume: Ghana Samuda & Souad Barnes
1 st Movement: Jonna Leair, Romae Rowe, Racquel Morrish Cooke, Ananda Forsythe, Kara-Leigh Jones
2 nd Movement: The Company

“Riddim A Wi Roots” (2011)

Choreographer: Orrette Beckford
Costume: Monika Lawrence
Dancers: The Company

“Silken Sands”

Choreographer: Danielle Hammond, Ghana Samuda, Racquel Morrish-Cooke
Music: Pinegroove Production
Costume: Danielle Hammond
Dancers: Deh Jah Dance Academy

“The-SON”

Choreographer: Kai Wiggan
Music: Tekoa
Costume: Kai Wiggan, Souad Barnes
Dancers: Jonna Leair, Romae Rowe, Danielle Hammond, Venus Nixon-Matthews, Ananda Forsythe


Musical Interlude:
Dr. Nicholas Singh “Skyfall”


“Carry Me Home”

Choreographer: Danielle Hammond
Music: Robert Robinson, The Sweeplings
Costume: Danielle Hammond, Souad Lawrence
1 st Movement: Jonna Leair, Racquel Morrish-Cooke
2 nd Movement: The Company

“Umoja”
2025 JCDC Gold Medal award & National Finalist

Choreographer: Ghana Samuda
Music: McGrath James
Costume: Ghana Samuda, Souad Barnes
Dancers: Deh Jah Dance Academy - Juniors

“Come Alive”

Choreographer: Ghana Samuda
Music: Gabriel Eziashi, Henrisoul
Costume: Ghana Samuda, Souad Barnes
Dancers: The Company

Cast & Crew

DEH JAH DANCE THEATRE:

Ananda Forsythe
Ashley McPherson
Athalyah Lawrence
Brittani Clarke
Carreen Walton
Danielle Hammond
Jhana Hoffstead
Jonna Leair
Kara-Leigh Jones
Racquel Morrish-Cooke
Romae Rowe
Roshel Dawkins
Roxann McLean
Shanique Sinclair
Tamar Henry
Venus Nixon-Matthews

DEH JAH DANCE ACADEMY:

Tiny Feet
Amelia Lyn
Jasmine Hunter

Little Movers
Alyssa Williams
Annaliese Henningham
Aria Fongyee
Catherine Marsh
Zuri Cooper
Marissa Brissett
Zahniya Waugh

Juniors
Amari Samuda
Annabelle Hammond
Arya Lyn
India Smalling
Leah Headlam
Naomi Williams
Tessanique Price

Faculty
Ghana Samuda – Artistic Director (DJDT, DJDA)
Racquel Morrish-Cooke – Associate Artistic Director (DJDT)
Danielle Hammond – Associate Artistic Director (DJDA)

Guest Performer
Dr. Nicholas Singh

Guest Choreographers
Kai Wiggan
Orette Beckford

PRODUCTION TEAM:
Danielle Hammond
Ghana Samuda
Racquel Morrish-Cooke
Kirk Nunes
Kai Wiggan
Tamar Henry
Jodi-Ann Simmonds
Carreen Walton

COSTUME COORDINATOR: Danielle Hammond
GRAPHIC DESIGNER: Roberto Samuda
SET DESIGN: Kirk Nunes
STAGE MANAGER: Kirk Nunes
PHOTOGRAPHY: Gladstone Taylor
VIDEOGRAPHY: Ken Dawson
LIGHTING DESIGN: Kai Wiggan

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Ghana Samuda
Artistic Director, Deh Jah Dance Theatre & Deh Jah Dance Academy

We are honoured to have the opportunity to present to you our 13th Season of dance. This year, we have thoughtfully curated a captivating lineup of performances featuring both our company and academy dancers, and
we are thrilled to share it with you.

As we step into this new season, I am reminded of God's incredible grace, presence, and protection — especially during times of challenge and difficulty. Even when faced with trials, His steadfast love sustains us, and His mercy gives us hope. While we often come to Him in prayer during our moments of need, it’s easy to overlook His unwavering faithfulness and kindness when our prayers are answered. Despite our imperfections, God's love remains constant, and He truly deserves all our praise. The journey of Deh Jah continues to be a testimony to His divine hand, His grace, and His loving protection in our lives. We are grateful to share that joy and His presence with you today.

I extend my deepest gratitude to all the dancers for their dedication and hard work this season—you all are truly outstanding! Thank you to Auntie Racquel, Auntie Danielle, and our support team for your tireless behind-the-scenes efforts and support. None of this would be possible without you.

Finally, a heartfelt thank you to our loyal audience, new patrons, parents, families, supporters, and well-wishers for
your ongoing encouragement and support. May God bless each of you. Enjoy our 13th season!

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Racquel Morrish-Cooke
Associate Artistic Director, Deh Jah Dance Theatre

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Danielle Hammond
Associate Artistic Director, Deh Jah Dance Academy

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