The Loop Lab

Only TWO DAYS LEFT until #LoopDreams2024, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to have YOU join us for an unforgettable night! With NBC10 Boston’s Kwani A. Lunis and GBH’s Lee Hill as our hosts, LOOP DREAMS promises an evening filled with inspiration, celebration, and captivating performances. We are proud to present The Dream Award to Rep. Marjorie Decker, recognizing her outstanding achievements and support in helping us advance our mission. And the excitement doesn’t stop there! Enjoy powerful performances from Letta Neely and Alyssa Wang, plus beats by DJ Chinua Unites to keep the energy flowing throughout the night. Join us on this special evening and be part of a movement championing diversity and equity in the media arts and audio/video industries. #TheLoopLab #DiversityInMedia #EquityInArts #BostonEvents #CommunityEngagement #SupportTheArts

We recently spoke with three individuals connected to The Loop Lab about their aspirations for the future of Boston's media arts scene, the youth of Boston, and the impact of The Loop Lab. Their insights reflect a shared vision of empowerment, creativity, and community. Read some of their key highlights and check out the full answers below. These are the dreams that #LoopDreams2024 will help bring to life. We hope to see you this Friday as we celebrate and support the next generation of Boston creatives! ? Ellice Patterson, M.S., Founder/Director of Abilities Dance: My vision for the Youth of Boston is that they not only cultivate skills here but remain here and continue to invest in the city of Boston. I think that The Loop Lab can contribute to that by continuing to offer employment experiences for youth to remind them that, not just in The Loop Lab, but in the many organizations that they will work with in their time here, there are employment opportunities and you just have to dig in and find what works for you. Miranda Yung, The Loop Lab Instructor: Change for the future begins with our youth. And the media arts industry is in desperate need of positive change in equity, diversity and inclusion. Our youth can’t become what they can’t see, and The Loop Lab is doing essential work to not only repair that, but to inspire and coach personal, creative and professional strength, motivation and skill within our apprentices. This world and this business is tough. On top of that, it has time and time again told our BIPOC youth both in media and in greater socio-political dialogue that they don’t matter. It is our human responsibility to rectify this false, damaging narrative, and I am proud to be a part of an organization that does just that. Anna, The Loop Lab Alumni: The Loop Lab has shown that there is a space for creative youth to turn to, to express themselves and show what they are capable of. As the years go by, they do all they can to see how they can further improve and develop the organization as a team. They consider the future for the students and alumni and how they can further their help and provide more spaces for young creatives to go to. #BostonCreatives #MediaArts #TheLoopLab #YouthEmpowerment #CreativeCommunity #DiversityInMedia #ArtsEducation #FutureOfMedia #SocialImpact #BostonEvents?

Thrilled to see The Loop Lab, our founder Chris Hope, and Media Arts Apprenticeship Alumni featured in the Boston Business Journal! Thank you to Elias Chavez for covering our story! Dive into the inspiring words of our alumni and founder as they share the mission driving us forward and why #LoopDreams2024 will be a game-changer. Don’t miss out on this story—read it here: https://lnkd.in/geaSKtEp

We are constantly amazed at The Loop Lab's work to bridge the opportunity gap between underrepresented communities and the media arts world in just seven years! WIFVNE wholeheartedly supports Loop Lab's ongoing mission to advance equity & diversity in our shared media & AV industries. Check out their upcoming inaugural fundraising event, "Loop Dreams," happening October 19th! https://lnkd.in/ev77RfDD

We spoke with three influential individuals connected to The Loop Lab about their visions for Boston's media arts, culture, and the future of The Loop Lab. Their insights offer a powerful look into the creative opportunities ahead. Read their full responses below. Ellice Patterson, M.S., Founder/Director of Abilities Dance: My dream for The Loop Lab and their mission is to continue to not just utilize their amazing services to provide increased accessibility for organizations like ours, but to highlight the Youth that work in their organizations, the diversity that exists in multiple artistic spaces, and to continue to envision themselves to live authentically as they grow their journey in the organization and in their careers. I also hope that The Loop Lab can support more disabled youth in their work to continue to serve the multiple marginalized Youth in Boston and provide opportunities that they might not otherwise get in less diverse and less innovative spaces. Miranda Yung, The Loop Lab Instructor: The Loop Lab is a dream, in and of itself. It’s a miracle not just for our creative sector, but for a lot of our needful youth who often have so much passion and not enough resources. My only hope is for this dream to grow in strength and take root into more creative persons and professional spaces. Anna, The Loop Lab Alumni: The Loop Lab has provided a safe space for me to grow as a person. I was always encouraged to take my path as far as I wanted to take it. I felt no pressure to go in a specific direction but they paved a pathway to flourish as a creative and media artist. I was always guided with compassion and was always told to not be afraid to make mistakes. They have stayed true to their mission and have given me access to resources and connections to further develop my career. I’m a freelancing media artist with the Loop Lab Studio and have learned a lot about where I wish to see myself and the future of my career. #LoopDreams2024 #MediaArts #BostonCulture #CreativeCommunity #TheLoopLab

Thank you to The Bay State Banner newspaper and Mandile Mpofu for a wonderful feature on The Loop Lab! Hear from our alumni and founder as we gear up for our inaugural fundraiser. Excited for what's ahead with #LoopDreams2024. Read the full story below! https://lnkd.in/gyrcwnjY

??We're just 10 days out from #LoopDreams2024 and excited to share that we've reached 75% of our fundraising goal! A heartfelt thank you to everyone who has supported us so far. This event is more than just a night of music and celebration—it’s an opportunity to empower women, young adults of color, and underrepresented groups in the audio/video industry, in Boston and beyond. Your contributions directly support our Studio and Academy programs, helping create new opportunities for the next generation of media makers. ??? Tickets are still available—don't miss out! Get yours today before they're gone: https://lnkd.in/eAhgU8pk #TheLoopLab #BostonEvents #SupportTheArts #DiversityInMedia #Fundraiser

Honoring Marjorie Decker at #LoopDreams2024! Marjorie Decker proudly serves the 25th Middlesex District, including several?City of Cambridge?neighborhoods. Raised in public housing in Cambridgeport, she was the first in her family to graduate high school and college, later earning a master’s degree from Harvard University’s Kennedy School of Government. Throughout her career, Marjorie has been a dedicated champion for social justice, affordable housing, and public health. Before her time in the House, she served seven terms on the Cambridge City Council, always advocating for her constituents. Her connection to The Loop Lab spans 20 years. A longtime supporter of our mission, Marjorie has been instrumental in our efforts to provide career training and opportunities for young adults of color in Cambridge and Greater Boston. Her advocacy reflects a shared vision of empowering underrepresented communities and creating pathways into the high-tech and creative industries. Join us in honoring Marjorie’s lasting impact and commitment to equity and opportunity at Loop Dreams 2024: https://lnkd.in/eAhgU8pk. #LoopDreams2024 #DiversityInMedia #SocialJustice #TheLoopLab #Leadership #CareerDevelopment #CambridgeMA

?? Loop Dreams is just two weeks away! Join us for a night of fundraising, music, and a celebration of media arts in Boston! ?? By attending, you’ll help us continue our mission of empowering women, young adults of color, and underrepresented communities in the audio/video industry—locally and beyond. ???? Your support drives The Loop Lab's Studio and Academy programs, providing essential resources and training for the next generation of media professionals. ??? Discounted tickets are available—secure yours today before they're gone! Purchase your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/eAhgU8pk #LoopDreams2024 #TheLoopLab #Fundraiser #SocialImpact #BostonEvents #SupportTheArts #Tickets

Introducing #LoopDreams2024 performer Letta Neely: a distinguished poet, playwright, and performer whose words carve paths through the landscapes of queerness, Blackness, and social justice. Her works, including the play Hamartia Blues and poetry collections Juba and Here, resonate with profound truth and the rhythm of resistance. Letta's craft flows with a compelling force, and her voice reaches deep into the soul. As co-artistic director of Fort Point Theatre Channel and an educator at Apprentice Learning, she plays a pivotal role in inspiring and guiding the next generation. We are honored to share the City of Boston Media Arts Empowerment Award with Letta, representing our collective mission to break down barriers and create opportunities for stories that must be heard. #TheLoopLab #BostonArts #MediaArts #EmpowerArtists #SpokenWord #CreativeCommunity #BlackVoices?#LGBTQCreatives