India Bernadino
India “Ingine” Bernardino is New Jersey Native. She comes from a strong background of Hip-Hop dance and theatre. India has been a dancer from the heart all her life. She's trained with acclaimed all-around dancers such as Marcus Tucker and Andrew Ramsey Founder of Face Da Phlave Dance Education and Theatre, and Clyde Evans Jr founder of Chosen Dance Company. As a seasoned performer, choreographer, and instructor India has extensive knowledge in the foundation of all five styles of Hip Hop as well as its dance terminology. India’s dream is to incorporate her love for skating and dance on wheels for the world to see. This passion for both Dance and Skating can be found in her smile. This bubbly lady operates both “Really Philly” and “Great on Skates” as her Creative Passion and outlet for artists to become performers. Ingine gives many thanks to her Dad Master Jay and her mentors Shamar Cunningham and Irvin Williams. Ingine is “Great on Skates” India 'Ingine' Bernardino
Awarded Grants
2021
Art and Change Grant (ACG)
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Overview
India Bernardino, dancer, roller skater, educator, and all around hype woman, is developing a dual documentary and performance project to raise awareness and celebrate the history of Black roller skating in Philadelphia. India's project seeks to bridge the past and the present and preserve the cultural history of rollerskating, as society sees a re-surge in its popularity. Focused on the history of three connected, Black-led skate groups that came to prominence in the early 1980s – Wizards on Wheels, Rhythm on Wheels, and Wheels of Fire – this short documentary will also serve as a backgroup to a live rollerskating performance that India will organize with her own skate community, Great on Skates.