We Don’t Make Moves
We Make History
Maia Maiden Productions is a Twin Cities–based arts organization dedicated to elevating Hip Hop culture through performance, education, and community-centered initiatives.
About Us
Maia Maiden Productions is an award-winning performing arts presenter led by BIPOC women and grounded in the power of Hip Hop culture. Based in the Twin Cities, the organization stands at the intersection of culture, innovation, and impact—championing community through a deep commitment to authenticity, creativity, and liberation in the arts.
Who We Are
An award-winning performing arts presenter rooted in Hip Hop culture and community engagement. Maia Maiden Productions creates platforms for artists and audiences to connect through performance, cultural exchange, and education.
The organization prioritizes opportunities for:
Hip Hop artists
BIPOC creatives
Youth and emerging dancers
Women in the arts
Our mission
To provide an equitable and engaging platform for hip hop artists, BIPOC communities, youth, and women through the performing arts and cultural initiatives.
Our Programs
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The SOTA Movement
Minnesota’s street dance festival celebrating hip hop culture.
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ROOTED: Hip Hop Choreographers’ Evening
A celebration of the foundations of Hip Hop.
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Sistah Solo | Being Brothas
A performance series exploring identity and storytelling.
Global Initiatives
Maia Maiden Productions connects artists across cultures through international exchange and collaboration.
International
Culture Collab
South Africa · 2019
APAP Cultural Exchange
The Art of KRUMP
Minnesota, USA · 2020
Diaspora, Music, Dance & Hip Hop culture
Cuba · 2024
ONE Kasi: Arts
& Culture Summit
South Africa · 2024
Building Community through dance
Through performances, artist platforms, and cultural exchange programs, Maia Maiden Productions supports the growth of hip hop dance while creating opportunities for artists and audiences to connect.
15+ Years Producing Performances
200+ Artists Featured
International Cultural Exchanges
Thousands of Audience Members
Our Team
Maia Maiden
Maia Maiden, also known as Rah Fyah, is a South Minneapolis native and a leader in the arts community with more than 20 years of experience representing hip hop culture. Her work spans roles as a dancer, choreographer, curator, and executive director of the award-winning Maia Maiden Productions.
Through the organization, she has created impactful performance platforms including ROOTED: Hip Hop Choreographers’ Evening and Sistah Solo | Being Brothas, which helped lay the foundation for the organization’s contributions to the arts community. Rah continues to expand Maia Maiden Productions’ reach locally and globally through initiatives such as The SOTA Movement: Minnesota’s Street Dance Festival, Culture Collab, and the ONE Kasi Arts & Culture Summit, a three-day gathering dedicated to inspiring South African artists, building international partnerships, and creating meaningful cultural exchange.
Honored with the 2024 Radical Leader Award from The Coven and named one of the Top Women Leaders of 2024 by Women We Admire, Maia brings deep knowledge that extends beyond the stage. She is a trusted voice on grant and fellowship panels and a skilled grant writer with a strong command of arts and culture funding strategy. Through her work with individuals and organizations, she has helped collectively secure six-figure support for innovative programs, projects, and cultural initiatives that fuel creativity and drive community impact.
Executive Director & Curator
Corina Seuasoukseng is a multidisciplinary artist whose work moves between dance, visual art, and digital media. As Director of Media & Content for Maia Maiden Productions, she shapes the organization’s visual storytelling through photography, video, and digital platforms, helping extend the life of performances and programs beyond the stage.
Her journey with the organization began in 2014 when she performed in ROOTED: Hip Hop Choreographers’ Evening as a member of the Eastview Step Team. What began as a performance opportunity soon grew into a deeper creative relationship, and in 2016 she officially joined the team, bringing her artistic perspective to documenting and sharing the organization’s work.
Through photography, video, and digital media, Corina focuses on capturing the movement, emotion, and atmosphere that define live performance. Her work centers on documenting the moments that often pass quickly on stage—highlighting the artistry, collaboration, and community that exist within each program and event.
Through her role with Maia Maiden Productions, Corina contributes to preserving and sharing the organization’s creative work with wider audiences. Her media practice supports the visibility of the artists and programs that shape the organization’s cultural impact, helping ensure their stories continue to resonate both on stage and online.
Director of Media & ContentCorina Seuasoukseng
Ashuna Moore (uh-SHAWN-uh) operates at the intersection of arts, fashion, and production. With a focus on operations and execution, she brings structure and strategy to creative environments, ensuring ideas are translated into thoughtful, well-produced experiences.
As Director of Production & Operations at Maia Maiden Productions, Ashuna oversees the coordination of performances and programs, guiding projects from early planning through final execution. Her work centers on creating systems that support both artists and audiences—prioritizing environments where artists are given the autonomy and space to fully realize their creative vision.
She first connected with Maia Maiden Productions in 2014 as a performer in ROOTED: Hip Hop Choreographers’ Evening with the Eastview Step Team, later joining the organization in 2017. That experience continues to inform her approach—balancing creative sensitivity with logistical precision.
Ashuna holds a B.S. in Fashion Merchandising from Kent State University, with a foundation in fashion merchandising and fashion media that informs her perspective across production, product development, and marketing. Through a collaborative and grounded approach, she contributes to work that uplifts community voices while delivering intentional, high-quality programming.
Director of Production & OperationsAshuna Moore
Acknowledgements
Maia Maiden Productions is grateful for the artists, collaborators, and organizations whose support helps sustain and grow this work. Their contributions help strengthen the Twin Cities street dance community and expand opportunities for artists.
