Our Story:

The roots of Alana Michelle Productions lie in the imaginative play of Alana Howard during her childhood. It began in a modest, unassuming fashion, with Alana, the eldest among her siblings and cousins, leading them in creative exploits to pass the time. The living room often transformed into their stage, where markers and notebook paper became tools for creating makeshift programs and invitations for family and neighbors to join in the fun. These gatherings weren't grand productions, but rather spontaneous expressions of joy and creativity, inspired by the cultural icons of the time. With a spirit of exploration, they mimicked the moves and energy of figures like the Les Twins, Missy Elliott, and Chris Brown, dancing and singing with carefree enthusiasm. Both of Alana’s parents were deeply involved in the arts; her mother worked as an event coordinator at the local Uhuru House, fostering community engagement, while her father was a local rapper and performer who supported Alana by helping with music for her shows.

These early performances, filled with makeshift costume changes and impromptu routines, were valued moments of play and cultural bonding, deeply rooted in a family culture of artistic expression. While they weren't intended as serious endeavors, they sparked in Alana a love for the arts that was both organic and profound. Recognizing this budding passion, her parents enrolled her in community center pageants, where she expanded her creative talents, choreographing African dances and participating in talent segments, often portraying icons like Beyoncé and Michael Jackson. These early activities, though simple and informal, planted the seeds for what would become Alana Michelle Productions. Today, the company draws inspiration from those formative years, continuing to embrace creativity and empower the next generation of performers by crafting experiences that celebrate cultural expression and artistic exploration.