The Artist Collective, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization founded in 2005 by Robert Gilliam to provide a creative outlet for minority dance artists and underserved communities in Los Angeles. 

Mr. Gilliam's "Do U Dance" programs are designed for students to learn the value of the arts, creativity and self-expression. The program classes and workshops are a creative mixture of different dance styles, with an emphasis on having fun.The spectrum of dance techniques include; Hip-Hop, Krump, Breakdancing, Jazz and Contemporary as well as drawing from the foundations of Yoga and Pilates techniques to increase and balance strength and flexibility.

The DO U programs are created for elementary, middle and high school students. The Artist Collective has served thousands of students at over 60 schools throughout LA County.  

---

IN NOVEMBER 2021, WE SUPPORTED ROBERT GILLIAM'S "DO U DANCE PROGRAM" TO EXPAND ARTS EDUCATION PROGRAMS IN SCHOOLS THROUGHOUT LOS ANGELES.

DO U DANCE PROGRAM 

"Do U Dance" Testimonials 
Your expertise and dynamic presence transformed a gym class into a dance studio! We are fortunate to have such a skilled and creative teaching artist on the Education Division roster, one that can relate to and connect with a diverse body of students.  -Barbara Leonard M.C.E.D. Artistic Director 

I never knew how to dance but now that you showed me I love to dance.  -Allyson 4th grade Palm Ave. 

I learned that you are very nice and fun. And that if we work together as a group we get things done faster.  -Angelina 4th grade Palm Ave. ​