About this Event
I Chose Me is a genre-blending live music experience that tells the story of one artist’s journey through doubt, transformation, and the bold decision to choose herself.Created and performed by CZK—a soulful, truth-driven artist whose life spans continents and cultures—this show unfolds through a powerful mix of original songs and storytelling. Each piece captures a chapter: moments of heartbreak, clarity, growth, and triumph. Together, they form a deeply personal narrative of becoming.This is more than a concert—it’s an invitation into a story that moves from silence to voice, fear to freedom. Blending elements of soul, pop, Afro-fusion, and alternative R&B, I Chose Me is rooted in authenticity, purpose, and deep emotional resonance.Whether you’re on your own path of healing and self-discovery, or simply drawn to music that speaks with honesty and heart, this show offers a space to reflect, connect, and celebrate what it means to truly choose yourself.Join CZK for an unforgettable evening of sound, story, and soul.
Cast and Creative Team
Cynthia Z Kum - Creative Director
Daniel Otu - Visual Artist
About the CWP Evolution Festival
The CWP EVOLUTION FESTIVAL presents original works of theater, dance, music, comedy, and interdisciplinary performance by NYC-based artists in September and October 2025 at venues across Upper Manhattan! For more information and to view the full festival line-up, visit www.centeratwestpark.org/evolution-festival-2025
Event venue & nearby stays
St. Paul & St. Andrew United Methodist Church, 263 West 86th Street, New York, United States
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