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FESTIVALS

"King" is now being submitted to film festivals across the United States and Internationally. We will be posting the film screening schedule here on the website if you wish to attend the festivals and experience the film in true cinema fashion.

ABOUT KING

STORY

"King" begins in a living room with a young lady pulling a forgotten Bible off a shelf. She opens the Bible to the red letters of Jesus. Suddenly the red letters become living and active dancers. The movement of the dancers illustrates the wonderful attributes of Jesus Christ as God's chosen King to rule God's Kingdom.

BEHIND THE

VOICE

S.M. Lockrige (1913-2000) was a renowned African American pastor. He first gave his famous speech, "That's My King," in a sermon based on the Lord's Prayer in Detroit, Michigan in 1976. The "King" dance film is a tribute to Lockridge's lasting impact. Learn more about Reverend Lockridge here: San Diego History Center.

For the film, the vintage audio clip was re-recorded to achieve a clear, modern sound. It was our pleasure to work with vocal talent, Justin Spann. We were blown away by his talent and similarity to Lockridge. The recording is almost exactly the same as Lockridge's original sermon with some adaptations necessary for film.

Photo Credits: Justin Spann, Discovery Church.
Photo Credits: S.M. Lockridge, Embassy Media.

CHOREOGRAPHY

For King, the Director choreographed all of the dancers' movement to the bold, powerful, and poetic rhythms of S.M. Lockridge's voice instead of to music! The assertive and athletic movement is performed in the style of contemporary ballet on pointe.

DANCE ON FILM

Dance on film is not merely a recording of a dance performance, but a GENRE that showcases dance through multiple choreographed camera angles. Watch closely because this narrative film is layered with hidden meaning.

RED LETTERS

Many people don't realize why certain Bibles are printed with red letters. Red letters indicate the actual words of Jesus. The dancers represent these "red letters" through their "alive and active" movement and red costumes symbolic of God's Word.

MIRACLES

In "King" there are hints of Jesus' miracles and His death and resurrection. Look for Peter walking on the water, Jesus healing a lame person and a leper, Jesus forgiving the woman caught in adultery, Jesus delivering a girl through exorcism, and Jesus healing the woman with the issue of blood.

FROM THE DIRECTOR

INSPIRATION

Hi there, my name is Vashti Goracke, the Director of "King," and an artist who has led a professional career as a dancer and choreographer for over a decade.Lockridge's sermon captured me. While I listened, I had to ask myself, “Is Jesus My King?” even though I have been a believer most of my life.Additionally, wrestling with my retirement as a professional performer, forced me to ask myself, “Do I really believe I have a role in God’s kingdom – even when my professional performing career comes to a close?”Contemplating this question led me to the creation of this dance film. Now, I realize I get to live each day actively with Him, the Ultimate Choreographer, moving in the roles He has choreographed for me as part of His Kingdom.

As a 2023 Arts Fellowship Orlando recipient, I was gifted the opportunity to develop my creative process for this film. These videos were presented as part of my final AFO presentation at the Dr. Phillips Center of the Performing Arts Center in Orlando, Florida, produced by Stockworth Studios.

CONTACT

If you are a church or ministry, contact us here to receive your free media packet.Additionally, we would love to hear how this film is impacting your community! Kindly drop us a message.