A conversation with Stacey TheLight Stokes on his journey through dance and the underground cultures, specifically Vogue. We talked about what these cultures are like, its rich history and global influences. Things got real when Stacey shared about his relationship with addiction as a young man and the 3 catalysts that transformed this dark chapter into a story for anyone who has ever struggled, a story of revival.
Stacey “The Light” Stokes is a professional dancer and hair stylist working out of the San Francisco Bay Area. Recognized as “Mama Stacey” within the local club-dance community, he has been an active participant and contributor of the House community since the 80’s.
He is the type of dancer that likes to mix a variety of styles together to create his own. A lover of all types of music, Stacey feels a special connection to House. This passion has solidified dance as a lifelong endeavor. When lost in the moment, Stacey is the embodiment of House dance at its core…raw, soulful, and a force to be reckoned with. As a runway extraordinaire, he has walked balls and has twice snatched the European Runway grand prize and recognized for the leadership award in 2019.
As a Founding Mother of a House, Stacey's wisdom, perspective, and experience has helped guide House children both on and off the dance floor. Mama Stacey also enjoys working with the Bay Area LBGTQ community. In one of his most recent accomplishments, Mama Stacey has performed at the 2021 and 2022 “Holiday Gaeity,” a Vogue variety show at the San Francisco Symphony. He is one of the first ever Gay, Black men to Vogue on this stage!
Mama Stacey’s motto, “Live your life and love the life you live!”
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