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    Coachella showcased the power and joy of dance

    by Makeda Easter, Los Angeles Times Apr 17, 2019 4 minutes

    INDIO, Calif. - Janelle Monae, at the start of her performance at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival on Friday, appeared alone at the top of a tiered, white pyramid-like structure.

    She wasn't alone for long, though. After a few bars of the Prince-esque "Crazy, Classic, Life," dancers would emerge. And as the set progressed, she would be joined by a small army of 18 performers, all dressed in black and white checkered bodysuits and red jackets, and all choreographed to reflect the tone of her music - femininity at its most powerful, celebratory and individualized.

    The dancers were a constant presence and force throughout the 50-minute set, a group of best friends, her personal

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