Shoccara Marcus

Shoccara (Dancer), is self-described as, “Dancer first. Photographer second.” Her relationship with dance started at an early age and on to the dance program at Tri-Cities Visual & Performing Magnet High School under the direction of Dawn Axam and then to Howard University where she received her Bachelors of Fine Arts degree in Dance. At Howard she trained under renowned instructor such as Assane Konte, Kathy Smith, Pat Thomas, Sandra Fortune-Green, the late Dr. Sherrill Berryman-Johnson and was fortunate to intern with Dallas Black Dance Theater (DBDT), Dayton Contemporary Dance Company (DCDC). Her development of artistry continues as she has recently obtained her Master of Fine Art degree in Photography from Savannah College of Art and Design (Atlanta), established her photography company, Shocphoto Imagery LLC, exhibited photography nationally and internationally, and is a member of Axam Dance Theatre Experience (ADTE). This is Shoccara’s 7th year performing in Black Nativity and she is more than grateful to be a vessel on HIS stage.