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SUMMARY:Andrea Peña
DESCRIPTION:Visceral\, transgressive and magnetic\, BOGOTÁ constructs a brutalist landscape out of choreography inspired by Colombia’s political and spiritual heritage. With striking intensity\, nine performers chronicle transformations between chaos and rebirth\, incarnating the tensions of ever-unfolding and turbulent histories. \nPresented by PuSh International Performing Arts Festival and New Works Dance
URL:https://thedancecentre.ca/event/andrea-pena/
CATEGORIES:Performance
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SUMMARY:Katie Ward
DESCRIPTION:Katie Ward seeks to activate both the audience’s imagination and her own as a performer. Her movement score uncovers states\, identities and forms housed in her own body archive. For their part\, the spectators are invited to speak at different moments of the performance\, guided by a score: after the performer has revealed a fact about herself to the microphone\, the boom operator approaches each spectator with a microphone and invites them to do the same. The scores of movements and the words of the audience evolve in parallel\, intertwining\, creating a constantly changing composite – a kind of dream bath. \nCo-produced by Festival TransAmériques + La Chapelle Scènes Contemporaines + La Rotonde and presented by Plastic Orchid Festival.
URL:https://thedancecentre.ca/event/katie-ward/
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250202T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250202T140000
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SUMMARY:Lucy M. May
DESCRIPTION:Can feeling be a way of knowing? An excerpt from Lucy M. May’s new hybrid exhibition and performance conceived for an art gallery. Masterful improvisers reach into the sensory present\, prying open channels between the bewildering envelope of the world and wild inner landscapes. Surrounded by visually stunning images of Wolastokuk/New Brunswick\, The Conditions unfurls in part from Lucy M. May’s embodied search for a spiritual connection to their homeland whilst facing a settler-colonial lineage. Created in collaboration with dancer-filmmakers Fran Chudnoff and Ja James Britton Johnson\, shadow theatre artist Maisie O’Brien\, and musicians Patrick Conan and Amy Macdonald\, the artists invite you to sink into the intimacy of a contained space. Beneath concrete foundations\, the bedrock shifts.
URL:https://thedancecentre.ca/event/lucy-m-may/
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250203T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250203T193000
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CREATED:20241219T203304Z
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SUMMARY:Compagnie Marie Chouinard
DESCRIPTION:Choreographer Marie Chouinard presents two unorthodox performances that mark pivotal moments in her trailblazing career\, both inspired by iconic Ballets Russes masterpieces by Vaslav Nijinsky. The original works were revolutionary for their departure from classical ballet\, and Chouinard extends their avant-garde impact\, reimagining them through her contemporary lens and transforming each into a viscerally provocative experience. \nPresented by PuSh International Performing Arts Festival and Chilliwack Cultural Centre
URL:https://thedancecentre.ca/event/compagnie-marie-chouinard/
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250204T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250205T183000
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CREATED:20241219T204708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T194056Z
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SUMMARY:Dances for a Small Stage
DESCRIPTION:PuSh Festival and Small Stage are teaming up to bring back this critically acclaimed and wildly popular Vancouver institution—and this time\, it’s bolder and braver than ever. With a spotlight on the power of intersectional and intergenerational performers\, the lineup explores a wide range of dance practices\, showcasing a vibrant mix of eclectic works by visionary local\, national and international artists. \n 
URL:https://thedancecentre.ca/event/julie-anne-saroyan/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250206T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250208T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T025903
CREATED:20240723T162729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T202459Z
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SUMMARY:Daina Ashbee
DESCRIPTION:Daina Ashbee’s radical works sit at the edge of dance and performance. Still only in her early thirties\, she has garnered major awards and critical acclaim\, and her bold\, utterly unique creations are shown all over the world. We learned a lot at our own funeral is a compelling new work which probes the notion of death. Enveloping the audience in a potent sense of ritual\, it evokes a battle with the self: the dancer challenges gravity\, resists the ground\, overcomes precarious balances. Finally\, only the echo of the body\, of its strength and fragility\, remains. \nPost-show artist talkback February 7. \nPROGRAM
URL:https://thedancecentre.ca/event/daina-ashbee-2025/
LOCATION:Scotiabank Dance Centre\, 677 Davie Street\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6B 2G6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250207T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250208T170000
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CREATED:20240905T211158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240905T211158Z
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SUMMARY:Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo
DESCRIPTION:The world’s foremost all-male comic ballet company returns to Victoria with its internationally beloved troupe of dancers as part of a landmark 50th anniversary season\, featuring gems from across the company’s ground-breaking repertoire. The company dances en travesti with razor-sharp wit and breathtaking pointe work\, performing polished parodies of works that span the classical ballet canon. Revered by ballet aficionados (as well as by those who don’t know a plié from a jeté)\, the Trocks will delight people who know nothing about ballet as much as it will enchant seasoned ballet lovers.
URL:https://thedancecentre.ca/event/les-ballets-trockadero-de-monte-carlo/
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250207T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250209T170000
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CREATED:20241219T205421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T205421Z
UID:19898-1738962000-1739120400@thedancecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Chimerik 似不像
DESCRIPTION:Inner Sublimity traverses currents of Eastern and Western philosophy through dance\, creating a dynamic dialogue between traditions preserved across generations. This cross-pollination bridges Taiwan’s heritage\, grounded in reverence and ritual\, with Europe’s tapestry of religious practices\, carving an artistic approach that challenges colonial narratives and enriches contemporary explorations of spirituality. \nPresented by PuSh International Performing Arts Festival and Vancouver Art Gallery
URL:https://thedancecentre.ca/event/chimerik-%e4%bc%bc%e4%b8%8d%e5%83%8f/
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250214T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250214T213000
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CREATED:20250128T224054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T224107Z
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SUMMARY:"Dance Your Funk Off"  Valentine's Day Dance Party
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for a night of groovy moves and funky beats at the Carnegie Community Centre! Get ready to strut your stuff on the dance floor and show off your best moves. Whether you’re flying solo or coming with a partner\, this event is all about spreading love and good vibes. So put on your dancing shoes and get ready to dance the night away!
URL:https://thedancecentre.ca/event/dance-your-funk-off/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250217T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250222T200000
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CREATED:20241205T171652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T212752Z
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SUMMARY:Matriarchs Uprising 2025
DESCRIPTION:O.Dela Arts\, in partnership with The Dance Centre is thrilled to present the seventh edition of Matriarchs Uprising\, a celebration of contemporary dance by Indigenous women artists\, offering 4 unique programs of live performance Feb. 19-22\, along with artist-lead conversations\, masterclasses\, community workshops and the Indigi-Dance on-demand film series all week-long. \nCurated by Olivia C. Davies\, the 2025 line-up features dance works by Vancouver’s own Raven Spirit Dance who will be premiering their newest creation\, Tracing Bones. Lara Kramer returns to Vancouver with Gorgeous Tongue. Friday Creeations brings their Western Canada premiere of Bawaajgun: Visions IN Dreams\, created in collaboration with champion Hoop dancer\, Beany John and Christine Friday. O.Dela Arts’ artistic associates share a program of new works including naⱡa by Samantha Sutherland and all road lead home 3.0 by Sophie Dow. For the festival closing event\, audiences will experience the world premiere of TOA III by Maöri choreographer\, Bella Waru\, followed by festival closing reception featuring live music by Tsimka Martin and Michael Red.
URL:https://thedancecentre.ca/event/matriarchs-uprising-2025/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250220T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250220T193000
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CREATED:20240905T211439Z
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SUMMARY:Shamel Pitts | TRIBE
DESCRIPTION:A trio of Black performers shares the stage in a narrative of unity\, vigor\, and unrelenting advancement. Their journey originates in the darkness of the titular BLACK HOLE\, understood not as a cosmic void but a metaphorical place of transformation and potential. Engulfed in an evocative soundscape of original music\, sound samples\, and spoken word\, the dancers embark on an hour-long\, uninterrupted journey in movement in which their tenacity and grace are emphasized by cinematic video projections and stark\, monochromatic lights.
URL:https://thedancecentre.ca/event/shamel-pitts-tribe/
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250221T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250222T200000
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CREATED:20241220T183127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T183127Z
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SUMMARY:Sankofa Danzafro
DESCRIPTION:“Dance is a voice in favor of equity. It helped us survive in times of slavery. It was our voice when we were denied the word. It became a narrative\, a memory and a hope for the future.” – Rafael Palacios\, choreographer \nCreated in celebration of Colombia’s 159th Anniversary of the Abolition of Slavery\, The City of Others takes apart the country’s history and culture to examine its complex and often agonizing past. \nFor thousands of people\, cities can be a place of hostility\, loneliness\, and discrimination. Palacios believes that for life to be positive and constructive for collective communities\, it is necessary to embrace the extended family concept prevalent in rural communities: what I own is for everyone; under my roof\, there is room for someone else. \nWith the second largest Afro-descent population in Latin America\, Colombia’s diasporic communities have suffered discrimination and inequality. In The City of Others\, twelve dancers and musicians occupy the stage\, laying claim to political and social power\, reconstituting the theatrical space as a site of democracy\, equality\, and wholeness. This is their city – it is everyone’s city. \nPresented by DanceHouse with community partners Blackout Art Society and the Vancouver Latin American Cultural Centre
URL:https://thedancecentre.ca/event/sankofa-danzafro/
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250222T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250222T170000
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SUMMARY:Sankofa Danzafro
DESCRIPTION:“Dance is a voice in favor of equity. It helped us survive in times of slavery. It was our voice when we were denied the word. It became a narrative\, a memory and a hope for the future.” – Rafael Palacios\, choreographer \nCreated in celebration of Colombia’s 159th Anniversary of the Abolition of Slavery\, The City of Others takes apart the country’s history and culture to examine its complex and often agonizing past. \nFor thousands of people\, cities can be a place of hostility\, loneliness\, and discrimination. Palacios believes that for life to be positive and constructive for collective communities\, it is necessary to embrace the extended family concept prevalent in rural communities: what I own is for everyone; under my roof\, there is room for someone else. \nWith the second largest Afro-descent population in Latin America\, Colombia’s diasporic communities have suffered discrimination and inequality. In The City of Others\, twelve dancers and musicians occupy the stage\, laying claim to political and social power\, reconstituting the theatrical space as a site of democracy\, equality\, and wholeness. This is their city – it is everyone’s city. \nPresented by DanceHouse with community partners Blackout Art Society and the Vancouver Latin American Cultural Centre
URL:https://thedancecentre.ca/event/sankofa-danzafro/2025-02-22/
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250222T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250222T180000
DTSTAMP:20260417T025903
CREATED:20250124T173927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T173927Z
UID:20057-1740247200-1740247200@thedancecentre.ca
SUMMARY:Lamondance & Friends
DESCRIPTION:Lamondance & Friends Gala\, an extraordinary event that unites the dance community on a night to celebrate the art of dance\, promises an unforgettable evening of pure passion\, love\, and creativity. Set in the vibrant city of Vancouver\, renowned for its cultural diversity and dance scene\, this gala showcases the multifaceted nature of the dance community\, bringing together artists of different styles\, backgrounds\, and experiences. \nThe event serves a dual purpose: supporting Lamondance’s scholarship and bursary programs and the production of our shows while offering a space for our community to share their creativity. Lamondance\, as an organization\, firmly believes in the power of sharing and the notion that diversity is a strength. The dance community truly shines through each individual’s collective efforts and unique contributions.
URL:https://thedancecentre.ca/event/lamondance-friends/
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250224T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250224T180000
DTSTAMP:20260417T025903
CREATED:20250128T210216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T192054Z
UID:20170-1740420000-1740420000@thedancecentre.ca
SUMMARY:12 Minutes Max
DESCRIPTION:12 Minutes Max aims to foster experimentation and the development of new dance works\, along with critical feedback and community dialogue. Join us for an informal studio showing\, to see and discuss works in progress by: \nAndré Bessette and Lyric Tsuji\nAsal Ahadi and Shalaleh Rismani \nPhotos: André Bessette/Chris Randle\, property of V’ni Dansi; Asal Ahadi/Carla Alcántara
URL:https://thedancecentre.ca/event/12-minutes-max-session-1/
LOCATION:Scotiabank Dance Centre\, 677 Davie Street\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6B 2G6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Event,Studio Showing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250227T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250227T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T025903
CREATED:20240723T162713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T211930Z
UID:18622-1740657600-1740661200@thedancecentre.ca
SUMMARY:SHIAMAK Vancouver
DESCRIPTION:Exuberance\, comedy\, drama\, colour\, fun – it’s Bollywood! Originally springing from India’s legendary film industry\, Bollywood dance is a worldwide phenomenon. SHIAMAK Vancouver blends in jazz\, funk\, folk and modern influences to deliver wildly entertaining performances that are guaranteed to get your toes tapping. \nPhotos by Peter So
URL:https://thedancecentre.ca/event/shiamak-vancouver/
LOCATION:Scotiabank Dance Centre\, 677 Davie Street\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6B 2G6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Performance
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