Batoche Artist & Community Collaboration Summer 2016
Batoche Artist & Community Collaboration Summer 2016
Saskatchewan friends - do you live in or near Batoche? Come and dance with us!
V’ni Dansi is seeking individuals interested in being part of our 2016 summer performances at the Batoche National Historic Site. Performances will include traditional Métis dance, contemporary dance and theatre.
About us
V’ni Dansi is a traditional Métis and contemporary dance company dedicated to sharing the dances, stories and culture of the Métis. Led by Artistic Director Yvonne Chartrand, V’ni Dansi holds the distinction of being the only company in Canada to teach and perform both Métis and contemporary dance. Collaborating with V’ni Dansi for this project will be Maria Campbell of Fireweed Production as writer and director.
About you
You are 16 years old and up, in good physical shape, and you are able to commit to the entire project. No experience is necessary – just a willingness to learn and a desire to have fun in a beautiful setting!
Project Schedule
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14 Rehearsal Days in Saskatoon Mon June 27 – Thurs June 30 Mon July 4 – Fri July 8 Mon July 11 – Sat July 16
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20 Performance Days at Batoche Wed July 20 - Sun July 24 Wed July 27 – Sun July 31 Wed Aug 3 – Sun Aug 7 Tues Aug 10 – Wed Aug 11 & Sat Aug 13-Mon Aug 15 |
Chosen participants will be paid $350/week.
Please email amy@vnidansi.ca to request an application form or apply online here by June 6.
Contemporary Métis dance modernizes traditional forms yet still pays homage to the cultural roots of each dance.
V'ni Dansi
Métis Traditional & Contemporary Dance
PO Box 95071 Kingsgate
Vancouver, BC V5T 4T8
