You’ll be Captivated by this Visual Feast of a Show!
Spirit and Tradition layers projected imagery, soundscape and Coastal masked dance, transporting the audience to the rich and diverse ecosystem of British Columbia’s coastal mountains and Pacific Ocean.
Spirit and Tradition focuses on Indigenous knowledge, sustainability, interconnectedness and the beauty of the Northwest Coast.
Through dramatic dance, compelling narrative, intricately carved masks and elaborate regalia, the Dancers of Damelahamid transform time and space and bridge the ancient with a living tradition. Don’t miss this stunning expression of Indigenous spirituality, community and culture. True poetry in motion.
Producing Company: Dancers of Damelahamid
Cultural acknowledgments: Gitxsan/Cree
Country of Origin: BC, Canada
Genre: Dance
Show length: 50 minutes
Ages: Ages 5 and up (Grades K and up)
Venue: Online and In-person at Performance Works
Curriculum Connections:
- Arts Education: Dance, music, traditional and contemporary Indigenous arts and arts-making processes
- English Language Arts: Literature, poetry, recognize First Peoples stories (including oral and written narratives), songs, and art, as ways to share knowledge, beliefs and values
- Emotional Development: Cultural studies, cultural perspectives, diversity and inclusion
- Physical and Health Education: Fitness
- Science: Sustainability, interconnectedness, First Peoples knowledge of the local ecosystem and life cycles
Venue: Performance Works
1218 Cartwright Street
Vancouver, BC
Ways to Watch
IN PERSON
Watch a live performance at the venue.
ONLINE
Watch a pre-recorded online performance in the classroom. Available until June 12th at 8 PM closed captioning available.
TICKET INFORMATION
FOR SCHOOLS:
- Festival 1 Show Pass: $12+GST/ticket
- Festival 2 Show Pass: $22+GST/ticket
FOR THE PUBLIC:
- Festival 1 Show Pass: $12.50-$22.00 + GST/ticket
ONLINE:
- Household: $24 +GST and s/c
- Multiple viewers can watch 1 Vancouver International Children’s Festival Online Performance for only $24 per show.
Accessibility Information
Accessibility:
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Closed Captioning
Show times & Tickets
In person
Tuesday, May 31 | Additional show info |
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10:30 – 11:20 AM | Sold out | |
12:30 – 1:20 PM | Sold out |
Wednesday, June 1 | Additional show info |
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10:30 – 11:20 AM | Sold out | |
12:30 – 1:20 PM | Sold out |
Thursday, June 2 | Additional show info |
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10:30 – 11:20 AM | Sold out |
Friday, June 3 | Additional show info |
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12:30 – 1:20 PM | Sold out |
Online
Available starting
9:30 AM on Tuesday, May 31st
Watch until
8:00 AM on Sunday, June 12th
Online