B-Boy HoDown 4th International Hip Hop Festival

The talent showcased at the B-Boy HoDown 4th International Hip Hop Festival might have you thinking twice about busting a move. Renowned dancers from all over the world are stopping in town for the competition, which features crew, tag-team and solo battles in traditional break-dancing and other styles such as popping, locking, whacking, uprock and house. Everyone is welcome to sign up for a chance to win the cash prizes, but unless you’ve had a few years practicing nonstop like many of these guys and gals, we recommend you reverse Young MC’s advice — just stand there, don’t bust a move. Graffitti and MC battles will also be a part of today’s preliminary events as the competition heats up for tomorrow’s finals.

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Other events include a screening of the documentary Mural Kings followed by a panel discussion on the public perception of graffiti at Rice University Cinema and the art exhibit “Love Movements” at the Community Arts Collective. Those looking for a noncompetitive chance to get down can head over to Friday’s festival kick-off party, which includes a DJ exhibition with performances by former members of the X-Ecutioners and Ill Insanity featuring renowned turntablists DJ Rob Swift, Total Eclipse and DJ Precision, among others.

This event, along with all other festival happenings, will be recorded for a DVD to be released internationally. Keep this in mind, especially if you plan on getting your drink and your dance on. Today’s action starts at 9 p.m. Meridian, 1503 Chartres. Thursday, December 13, through Sunday, December 16. For a complete schedule and tickets, visit www.bboyhodown.com. $10 to $50.
Dec. 14-16, 2007