Pretty BIG Movement (PBM) is a pioneering, full-figured dance company and lifestyle brand founded by dancer Akira Armstrong in 2008, dedicated to empowering plus-size women and breaking down size discrimination in the dance world by showcasing diverse talent in genres like hip-hop, jazz, and today's modern music, offering a platform for self-love and confidence beyond typical industry beauty standards, and inspiring self-acceptance and passion for dance among all body types.
History with the Macy's Parade[]
Pretty BIG Movement made their parade debut in 2024 as an additional dancing ensemble alongside Brickhouse NYC for the event's opening number titled "Ease On Down the Road" with Billy Porter. For their second time in 2025, they joined in Teyana Taylor's performance of "Made It" right in front of Peacock's "Birds of a Feather Stream Together" float.