About this Event
Please welcome Nia Sioux to celebrate Bottom of the Pyramid!
This event is ticketed.
- Start time: 6:00 P.M.
- Run time: The exact time at which the event ends will be determined on the day. To avoid disappointment, we strongly advise you to arrive on time for the event. Late arrivals may not have the opportunity to meet the author.
- Location: The third floor of BookPeople.
The author will be signing and personalizing copies of the book.
- In order to get a book signed, you must have purchased a ticket (which includes a copy of the book).
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About the book:
"Sioux’s harrowing reality TV ordeal cuts deep, and her subsequent self-assurance is endearing and infectious. It adds up to an inspiring account of reclaiming artistic agency.” - Publisher’s WeeklyWhen you’ve been told over and over that you belong at the bottom, how do you come out on top? Dance Moms star and triple threat Nia Sioux shows the way via her story of resilience, triumph, and defining success for herself.
Young dancer Nia Sioux was only nine years old when she stepped into stardom as one of the original cast members of Lifetime’s reality TV show Dance Moms. Nia learned new choreography week after week and competed against dancers from across the country as well as at her own studio. Perhaps her greatest obstacle was suffering through her dance teacher’s ranking of the girls against each other in her infamous pyramid, where Nia spent the majority of her time on the bottom—all in front of an audience of millions.
But there was much that viewers didn’t see. How her experiences in the studio went far beyond what made it into the show. How she was ostracized for not fitting into an aesthetic that wasn’t designed for girls like her. How her friendships and her mental health crumbled under the strain of the show. How she lost control of her story and her voice.
But don’t be fooled—this is a story about resilience. Nia is not looking for pity, sympathy, or validation as she reflects on her experiences. Instead, she is choosing to use her story as a celebration of triumph. Nia finally gets to tell her story in her own way and in her own words. In this captivating memoir, Nia reclaims both the spotlight and her narrative.
In addition to going behind the scenes of the seven seasons of Dance Moms, she shows how she fought against the negative perceptions that dominated her tween and teen years and emerged as a confident young woman secure in her talents and her direction. Anyone who has ever felt misunderstood, overlooked, or stuck at the bottom of the pyramid will be inspired by Nia’s story of overcoming. “Despite barriers and constant naysayers, assumptions and criticisms, only you know who you are inside and out,” Nia says. “And you have the power to create your own narrative, your own level of success.”
About the author:
Entertaining the world since she was 9 years old, Nia Sioux is continuing to grow and evolve as a performer, singer, actress, NYT Bestselling author, entrepreneur, and social justice advocate (she regularly worked with The White House on various campaigns). With over 15 million followers and many facets of the entertainment industry already under her belt, Nia is truly a multi-hyphenate talent that is up for any challenge. With an already established and impressive resume, Nia’s most recent projects include starring in the Lifetime original movie, ‘Imperfect High’, as well as her critically acclaimed original Facebook Watch series, ‘Dance With Nia’, which she executive produced. Recently, she teamed up with AdCouncil to bring further awareness to being vulnerable and open in discussing mental health with friends. The campaign titled ‘Capture the Convo’ sits down with her friends GAYLE, Zach Hood, Brooklinn Khoury, Paul Russell and Kenzie Ziegler, to speak on their own mental wellness and encourages audiences to do the same with their friends. Now, Sioux can be seen furthering her voice in the short film, The Power of Z, where the advocate narrates the important story of Gen Z and the need for their nearly 41 million votes at the polls during the 2024 Presidential Election.
In 2021, Nia also released her first children's book, “Today I Dance”. Nia believes in the importance of being a positive role model and encourages kids to “star” in their own lives, which is a message that is very dear to her. Because she is passionate about using her platform to highlight positivity in the world, Nia started a weekly #RoleModelMonday tribute on her social media to support and recognize people who are making a difference.
On top of everything else she has going on, Nia recently graduated from UCLA where she was a member of the all-Black sorority AKA. Nia continues to break the mold, letting her passions guide every journey of creative expression that she embarks on. Whether that be her entrepreneurial endeavors, her music, or her social justice work, Nia always bring 100% of herself to her projects. She is also passionate about raising awareness for reflex neurovascular dystrophy (RND), anti-bullying, body positivity, and animal rights.
Nia has previously worked with brands such as Aerie, Facebook Watch, Marc Jacobs Perfume, Doritos, Reebok, 2018 Winter Olympics as an NBC/Musical.ly Correspondent, ABC/Disney, Victoria’s Secret, TooFaced, Sephora, Home Depot, Capital One, HP, Charlotte Tilbury, EOS, Instagram, Spotify, Book of the Month, Califia Farms, Starbucks, Clinique and more.
In her free time, Nia loves watching the Steelers, going to a Broadway show, or reading a new book. She loves staying active through dance, hot yoga, Pilates, and kickboxing. She is a HUGE foodie and loves exploring new restaurants around the world.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
BookPeople, 603 North Lamar Boulevard, Austin, United States
USD 35.16
