Grambling Dance
8 episodes · Oct 4, 2023
Marching band performances at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) are unparalleled - the thunderous beats and syncopated steps of the band invigorating the crowd, the choreography of the dance line bringing each song to life. Each element creates an experience that is unique to HBCU culture. This season will follow former captain J'aime Griffith as she takes over the program from a legendary director of 38 years, while also re-establishing the work ethic needed from every dancer to uphold the elite status of the Orchesis Dance Company (ODC) at Grambling State University. Step into the practices, classrooms, and communities of this treasured sisterhood and explore what it takes to epitomize the Orchesis.
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- S5E1
Everybody is Somebody
Oct 4, 2023As the new director of the Orchesis Dance Company, J'aime Griffith looks to continue her predecessor's legacy of excellence. First on the agenda, choosing a captain.
- S5E2
Earning Your Spot
Oct 11, 2023The Orchesis have their first auditions for a pep rally performance at Grambling. Essence contemplates her future with the dance company.
- S5E3
A Clean Five
Oct 18, 2023It's the first game of the season, and nerves impact the Orchesis during auditions. J'aime overextends herself as she juggles her responsibilities.
- S5E4
The Energy Enforcer
Oct 25, 2023J'aime brings in an Orchesis alum to inject some energy into the team. Gaja hopes to perform in her hometown, but it doesn't go as planned.
- S5E5
That's Orchesis' Style
Nov 1, 2023For the first home game, J'aime hopes to wow the crowd by adding challenging elements to the Orchesis' performance. Ebony gets an opportunity to choreograph a future routine for the Orchesis.
- S5E6
Commit Fully
Nov 8, 2023During a week jam packed with three performances, some veteran dancers struggle with time management, and suffer the consequences. J'aime depends on an inexperienced group to take the field.
- S5E7
Happy Homecoming
Nov 15, 2023It's homecoming week at Grambling, and the Orchesis alumni return to share wisdom and celebrate the current members. Expectations are high for a stellar performance, and Laila hopes her growth will secure her first game day selection.
- S5E8
Half Stepping
Nov 22, 2023The biggest performance of the season goes down in New Orleans against rival Southern University. J'aime sends shockwaves through the Orchesis and forgoes tradition to determine the final roster for Bayou Classic.