Adesola Osakalumi Listenⓘ (born in The Bronx, New York) is an American actor, choreographer, singer, and dancer whose talents have garnered him successes in film, television, and stage.
His mother was a principal dancer with Africa I Dance Theater, a touring company founded by his uncles and subsequently joined by his father.
Growing up, Adesola was determined to be one of the best poppers and lockers on the scene (popping and locking are forms of "urban social dance" that originated from hip hop culture but have African roots).
When the musical returned to Broadway in July 2012 for a limited engagement, Osakalumi became the main lead and went on to head the cast for the 2013 national tour and garnered rave reviews.
Adesola has choreographed and danced in several commercials as well as upfronts for Target, American Express, Panasonic, PBS Kids, Old Navy, ESPN, Fox TV, Advil, Levi 501 Jeans, Halifax Bank, Merck, NV Energy, SAP, and several other companies all over the world.