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San Juan Hill: Manhattan's Lost Neighborhood is a compelling performer project that brings to light the vibrant Afro-Caribbean arts scene that thrived in a historic Manhattan block. Directed by Stanley Nelson and narrated by Ariana DeBose, this 60-minute documentary-style performance piece explores how the San Juan Hill neighborhood contributed to bebop, the Charleston, and broader cultural expressions before displacement by urban renewal in the 1940s and 50s. This page highlights the performer’s biography, key discography moments, and upcoming tour and screening information, with a focus on accessibility and community impact in New York City and beyond.