Leslie Cunningham, Creative Director
Leslie Cunningham is the Creator of the Harlem in Havana Project, a filmmaker, multidisciplinary artist, and cultural storyteller whose work bridges the past and present to illuminate stories that resonate across generations. Based in Durham, North Carolina, Leslie is the founder and CEO of TRIBES, a boutique digital media company dedicated to amplifying underrepresented voices in the arts, music, and cultural storytelling landscape. Through her films, curatorial work, and creative collaborations, Leslie brings forward histories often left in the margins, weaving them into the broader cultural narrative with vision and care. With the Harlem in Havana Project, she extends her family legacy into the present, creating a living archive that celebrates Black and Cuban artistry, glamour, and resilience. Learn More.
Aquarius Moon | Marketing, Education and Event Consultant
Aquarius Moon is the Marketing, Education and Event Consultant for the Harlem in Havana Project, where she is helping to shape the future of the work through Brown Skin Showgirls—an initiative that bridges past and present with education, performance, and art talks. A visionary performance artist, cultural architect, and modern showgirl, Aquarius reclaims and reimagines the archive of Black glamour with intention, artistry, and grace. With Somali-Nigerian roots and a foundation in education and activism, she brings depth, cultural insight, and elegance to every space she enters. She is the founder of Metro Cabaret Club, a Washington, D.C.–based production house, and OK Moves, a movement collective supporting women, LGBTQ+ communities, and performers with disabilities through embodied movement. Her work embodies the spirit of Harlem in Havana—celebrating history, honoring resilience, and creating pathways for new generations of performers and audiences.. Learn more.
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