maia Maiden

Executive director & curator

Maia Maiden, aka Rah Fyah, is a south minneapolis native and a leader in the arts community for over 20 years.  Representing Hip Hop culture, Maiden’s background includes dancer, choreographer and executive director & Curator of award-winning Maia Maiden Productions.

Established in 2009, ROOTED: Hip Hop Choreographers’ Evening and Sistah Solo|Being Brothas laid the framework for the organization's significant contribution to the arts community. 

rah continues to expand and innovate in Minnesota, nationally and internationally with The SOTA Movement: Minnesota's Street Dance Festival; Culture Collab: An artist engagement experience focused on the partnership between Minnesota based and international performing or visual artists practitioners of Hip Hop or street art forms; and ONE Kasi Arts and Culture Summit: A 3 day summit dedicated to inspiring and uplifting South African artists, building international partnerships and creating life changing experiences. 

Honored with the coven’s 2024 radical leader award and named one of the top women leaders in 2024 by Women we admire, she brings a wealth of knowledge that transcends the stage. She’s a trusted voice on grant and fellowship panels and a skilled grant writer. with a sharp command of arts and culture funding strategy, she has collectively secured six figure support for a range of groundbreaking projects, programs and initiatives working with individuals and organizations-fueling creativity and catalyzing cultural change.

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corina SEUASOUkseng

Director of Media & Content

Corina Seuasoukseng is a Lao-American multidisciplinary artist who oversees Maia Maiden Productions' media strategy, content creation, and digital outreach efforts. Her work spans dance, choreography, visual art, and digital multimedia. Corina's involvement with Maia Maiden Productions began in 2014 as a member of the Eastview Step Team in ROOTED, and she officially joined the organization in 2016, dedicating herself to amplifying marginalized voices through community-driven artistry.

Corina has contributed to award-winning productions, including ROOTED: Hip Hop Choreographers' Evening and The SOTA Movement, and was nominated for a Sage Award for Best Ensemble for her work in EVST: Nostalgia. Her unique blend of artistic talents and digital media expertise has helped expand Maia Maiden Productions' reach, engaging a diverse audience through impactful projects such as Sistah Solo | Being Brothas, ROOTED, and The SOTA Movement.

With a commitment to both digital media and live performance, Corina creates compelling and immersive content that honors the diversity of the communities she represents, ensuring their stories and voices are heard.

Ashuna Moore

Director of Production & Operations

Ashuna Moore is a multidisciplinary creative with a deep-rooted passion for the arts and fashion. Her journey with Maia Maiden Productions began in 2014 when she made her first appearance in Rooted as a member of the Eastview Step Team. In 2017, she officially joined the organization, where she immersed herself in the mission to amplify marginalized voices through community-driven artistry. Under Maia Maiden’s tutelage, she honed her ability to merge creative expression with strategic execution, gaining hands-on experience in event coordination and the cultural impact of performance art.

With a background in fashion merchandising and a B.S. from Kent State University, Ashuna has built a career that bridges creative operations and strategic planning. Her experience spans corporate retail, product development, and marketing, giving her a well-rounded perspective on both the artistic and business sides of the industry.

Driven by collaboration and innovation, Ashuna continues to support Maia Maiden Productions in bringing dynamic and culturally impactful performances to life.