15th Anniversary Coastal Dance Festival Celebrates Diversity of Northern Indigenous Artists, in Partnership with Nordic Bridges

Dancers of Damelahamid by Chris Randle

Dancers of Damelahamid is thrilled to celebrate the 15th annual Coastal Dance Festival, showcasing Indigenous stories, song, and dance from across Canada and around the world, April 20-24, 2022 at the Anvil Centre in New Westminster. This year’s festival will participate in Canada’s yearlong Nordic Bridges initiative, fostering cultural exchange between Canada and the Nordic region through the multidisciplinary presentation of contemporary art, culture and ideas. To honour the festival’s milestone anniversary, Dancers of Damelahamid will also create a short documentary available online this summer, sharing stories about its community of dancers and highlighting themes of cultural revitalization and resiliency. Continue reading:
15th Anniversary Coastal Dance Festival Celebrates Diversity of Northern Indigenous Artists, in Partnership with Nordic Bridges

Indigenous Youth and New Artists Celebrated in Vancouver’s Coastal Dance Festival

Coastal Dance Festival. Photos by Carlos Castillo.

The energy and rich culture on stage at the upcoming Coastal Dance Festival are going to be incredible.

Audiences are in for a vibrant showcasing of Indigenous dance, with a particular focus on emerging artists and youth talent.

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Indigenous Youth and New Artists Celebrated in Vancouver’s Coastal Dance Festival