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Joachim Moore
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Private Screenings in
PDX, SMF, MKE, CHI, NYC

New Podcast shows 4/1
on I.C YouTube

Immersive Art Class
PDX, SMF, LA

Online Auditions for Actors
beginning 4/15
(more info soon)
The ICAS is a Contemporary Educational Arts Non-Profit Group.
WE CREATE. WE TEACH. WE PERFORM.
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The Inner Circle Arts Society (I.C) is a Black-owned nonprofit arts organization centered on American performance, social justice and equality through art.
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The organization uses theater, film, and multimedia storytelling as tools for education and change.
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Joachim Moore is the founder, artistic director, writer, actor, director, and producer behind most of the I.C’s visual work.
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The I.C was officially launched as a nonprofit in its first year of operation and is active in multiple cities.
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The work of I.C has been presented in Palm Springs, Berkeley, New York and Sacramento with continued expansion.
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The company’s roots are in community theater, emphasizing ensemble work and collective growth.
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The I.C’s ensemble is intentionally diverse and family-oriented, reflecting the community values it teaches.
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The organization prioritizes engagement over passive viewing, often involving the audience in performances.
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The I.C specializes in Found Space Theater, performing in non-traditional venues to meet communities where they are.
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The I.C believes storytelling, whatever the genre, creates unforgettable experiences that lead to unforgettable life lessons.
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The I.C’s signature Found Space production is MedgarX’nJames, a one-person, three-act tribute to Medgar Evers, Malcolm X, and James Baldwin.
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Other original Found Space works include Nathaniel: The Recorded Story of Nat King Cole, HEART!, and Halas Powyźej.
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Joachim Moore is a painter and sculptor as well, teaching students about historical figures in the art game, and documentaries that are tailored to such learning.
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Joachim Moore created DOCUTheater™ in 2019, a format that merges live theater with documentary film.
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DOCUTheater™ is designed for schools, colleges, and educational groups as an immersive learning tool.
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The I.C partners with scholars from UCLA, UC Davis, College of the Desert, and the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee.​
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Joachim Moore has written approximately 420 original works across theater, film, and poetry.​
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The I.C’s media platform 'All Things Art' is a podcast highlighting artists of all kinds and creative career paths.
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All Things Art fully launches in March as a visual audio/visual podcast focused on inspiration and safe artistic dialogue.
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Talented 10th and Bolt Pack Films is the film company of the Inner Circle Arts Society.
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Talented 10th Films is inspired by W.E.B. Du Bois’ “Talented Tenth” concept of leadership through education and social change.
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BoltPack was formed by Joachim Moore and Checko Valenti, a title inspired by their favorite football teams.
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Current projects under Talented 10th and BoltPack films include web series, documentaries, and a feature film.
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The I.C is currently self-funded by members while building philanthropic support to expand workshops, food drives, and community programs.
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