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Friday, May 25
 

1:00pm PDT

The Blood Flowers
Tribal Fusion Dance

Friday May 25, 2012 1:00pm - 1:30pm PDT
International Dance Stage in the Exhibition Hall 47.62415, -122.35151
  Dance Performance, (if applicable)
  • Genre EDG -- Greater Middle East-Northern Africa - DANCE
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  • Biography This new Spokane tribal fusion dance group is comprised of former members of Koreshakti Tribal Fusion. They specialize in bringing together alternative forms of dance with tradition middle eastern dance to celebrate the new art form that is Tribal Fusion.

1:40pm PDT

Sixth Day Dance Company
Not for profit modern dance

Friday May 25, 2012 1:40pm - 2:10pm PDT
International Dance Stage in the Exhibition Hall 47.62415, -122.35151
  Dance Performance, (if applicable)
  • Genre EDQ -- Traditional American Dance
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  • Biography We are a non-profit modern dance company with training in ballet, jazz, hip-hop, theater, and gymnastics. We provide classes for low income, at risk youth, as well as for adults with developmental and mental disabilities. We are dynamically creative and talented. We really enjoyed the opportunity to perform at Folklife last May and hope you will consider having us again this upcoming year. Thank you for your time.

2:20pm PDT

TUSUYPERU
Peruvian Rhythms Dance Group

Friday May 25, 2012 2:20pm - 2:50pm PDT
International Dance Stage in the Exhibition Hall 47.62415, -122.35151
  Dance Performance, (if applicable)
  • Genre EDI -- Latin America - DANCE
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  • Biography TusuyPeru dance group was born in Ellensburg, Washington, July of 2010. It was originated to celebrate Peruvian culture in the Northwest , United States. TusuyPeru pursues to bring you an imaginary voyage to the beautiful beaches, the wonders of the majestic Haciendas, and keep going to the elevated Andes continuing to the warm rainforest of PerĂş The name, TusuyPeru is a combination of two words; Tusuy in Quechua (ancient Peruvian language) means Dance and Peru is the name of the country that give us all of these different cultures and colorfull dances The director is a Peruvian Native dancer and ex director of "Sentimiento Peruano" dance group in Lima - Peru.

2:30pm PDT

Enzian Schuhplattler
Bavarian folk dances

Friday May 25, 2012 2:30pm - 3:00pm PDT
Center House Court 47.62153, -122.35085
  Dance Performance, (if applicable)
  • Genre EDH -- Western Europe - DANCE
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  • Biography Enzian Schuhplattler is dedicated to the promotion of Bavarian folk dancing, culture, and costumes. The club was founded in 1965 by German and Austrian immigrants. We perform regional dances from Bavaria (Germany) and Tirol (Austria). "Schuhplattler" is a centuries-old Bavarian and Tirolean folk dance in which the men demonstrate their vigor in a raucous but precise "shoe-slapping" rhythm to alpine folk music and dance flirtatious figures with the women. We are a member of the "Gauverband Nordamerika," an international federation of clubs dedicated to the preservation of Bavarian and Tirolean folk dancing, costumes, customs, and culture, and to establishing mutual fellowship.

3:00pm PDT

Peruvian Passion
Afro-Peruvian/Andean Dance

Friday May 25, 2012 3:00pm - 3:30pm PDT
International Dance Stage in the Exhibition Hall 47.62415, -122.35151
  Dance Performance, (if applicable)
  • Genre EDI -- Latin America - DANCE
  • Biography We are group of Peruvian Women who now live in the State of WA (Tacoma and Gig Harbor). We are very proud of our Peruvian background and love to show our dances to the community. Our country has many diverse dances and not very well-known in this part of the country. We do dances from the coast which have African influence. We also do a beautiful dance from the Andes which we share with Bolivia. Our garments are authentic from Peru and have beautiful colors!!!

3:40pm PDT

Dora Oliveira and Dandaras
Afro-Brazilian Dance

Friday May 25, 2012 3:40pm - 4:10pm PDT
International Dance Stage in the Exhibition Hall 47.62415, -122.35151
  Dance Performance, (if applicable)
  • Genre EDI -- Latin America - DANCE
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  • Biography Born in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil, Dora Oliveira has performed and taught Afro-Brazilian dance for over 25 years. Her career as a professional dancer began in 1976 when she joined renowned Brazilian folkloric dance troupe, Exaltao Bahia. Dora has been twice queen of Carnaval in Salvador and has learned a repertoire that ranges from Afro-Brazilian dance forms through jazz, ballet, and modern dance. After obtaining a professional dance degree from the prestigious Federal University of Brazil, Dora moved to the US where she has developed a large dance student following. Dora has toured the world as the principal dancer with Olodum the world famous samba bloc. She was featured on the opening credits and Brazilian dance episode of the PBS'' "Dancing" series, and choreographed the Afro-Brazilian performance of Seattle Theatre Group's Dance THIS! and Global Dance Party in 2011. Dora has dedicated her life to performing and teaching the many facets of Brazilian culture through dance and movement.

4:25pm PDT

St. Demetrious Greek Folk Dancers
Greek Folk Dance

Friday May 25, 2012 4:25pm - 5:00pm PDT
International Dance Stage in the Exhibition Hall 47.62415, -122.35151
  Dance Performance, (if applicable)
  • Genre EDH -- Western Europe - DANCE
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  • Biography Performing in traditional Greek costumes, the St. Demetrios dancers celebrate Greek culture through traditional dance. They are joined on stage by the group Dromeo.

6:00pm PDT

Anadolu Youth Dancers
Folk Dances by Turkish Youth

Friday May 25, 2012 6:00pm - 6:30pm PDT
International Dance Stage in the Exhibition Hall 47.62415, -122.35151
  Dance Performance, (if applicable)
  • Genre EDG -- Greater Middle East-Northern Africa - DANCE
  • URL
  • Biography Anadolu Youth Dancers consists of the Turkish American children of Seattle area. The group started in 2009 with 13 children, and since then it grew to over 30 children. We performed at various festivals in the regioun including International Children’s Friendship Festival, Northwest FolkLife Festival and at TurkFest.

6:35pm PDT

Ana Montes and Flamenco Danzarte
Flamenco Dance and Percussion

Friday May 25, 2012 6:35pm - 7:05pm PDT
International Dance Stage in the Exhibition Hall 47.62415, -122.35151
  Dance Performance, (if applicable)
  • Genre EDH -- Western Europe - DANCE
  • URL
  • Biography Ana Montes lived, studied and performed in Madrid and Sevilla Spain for 7 years, dancing in flamenco dance troupes, touring Spain and Europe. She is recognized as one of the foremost female flamenco dancers in the U.S. ,and is known for her incredible rhythm, beautiful arm and hand movements, and powerful footwork and clapping... elegance, fire, passion and grace.

7:10pm PDT

Fleurs d'Egypte Dance Co.
International Cabaret Revue

Friday May 25, 2012 7:10pm - 7:40pm PDT
International Dance Stage in the Exhibition Hall 47.62415, -122.35151
  Dance Performance, (if applicable)
  • Genre EDG -- Greater Middle East-Northern Africa - DANCE
  • URL
  • Biography Founded in 2005 by five professional dancers with experience spanning three decades and six continents, Fleurs d'Egypte (French for "flowers of Egypt") is a vital force in World Dance. With their unparalleled beauty, joyous confidence, and exquisite costumes, les Fleurs combine bliss and enchantment in a theatrical setting.

7:50pm PDT

TangoFusion Dance & Diamante Sextet
Argentine Tango & much more..!

Friday May 25, 2012 7:50pm - 8:20pm PDT
International Dance Stage in the Exhibition Hall 47.62415, -122.35151
  Dance Performance, (if applicable)
  • Genre EDI -- Latin America - DANCE
  • URL
  • Biography TangoFusion Dance Co presents traditional Argentine Tango, Milonga & Vals "in fusion" with other music, dance & performing arts. Here TangoFusion combines with the beautiful music of Diamante Tango Sextet. Open your ears & eyes, mind & heart - enjoy!!!
 
Saturday, May 26
 

11:00am PDT

Podorythmie
French Canadian Tunes & Step

Saturday May 26, 2012 11:00am - 11:30am PDT
Northwest Court Stage 47.62285, -122.35476
  Dance Performance, (if applicable)
  • Genre EDQ -- Traditional American Dance
  • URL
  • Biography Band members have been playing music and step dancing for a few decades, teach dance workshops throughout the Northwest, Emily composes music internationally and teaches music at Cornish. The band brings together step dance from a variety of genres and blend it with the podorythms of Quebecois music for a dynamic and fun sound!

2:15pm PDT

La Pena Flamenca de Seattle
Troupe of 15 Flamenco Dancers

Saturday May 26, 2012 2:15pm - 2:45pm PDT
International Dance Stage in the Exhibition Hall 47.62415, -122.35151
  Dance Performance, (if applicable)
  • Genre EDH -- Western Europe - DANCE
  • URL
  • Biography La Pena has been performing since 1995 in Seattle and at Folklife since 2005. They are the advanced students of Marcos and Rubina Carmona and emerging professionals in the field. They will be performing on June 9, 2012 at the Erikson Theatre (off Broadway)

6:00pm PDT

Esther Kim
Beautiful Korean Dance

Saturday May 26, 2012 6:00pm - 6:30pm PDT
International Dance Stage in the Exhibition Hall 47.62415, -122.35151
  Dance Performance, (if applicable)
  • Genre EDAS -- South Asian - DANCE
  • Biography A founder of NW Korean Art Center (2002-current) NW folklife performance (2001-2004, 2010-2011) Many other performances.

6:40pm PDT

Comerford School of Irish Dance
NW Irish Dancing Champions

Saturday May 26, 2012 6:40pm - 7:10pm PDT
International Dance Stage in the Exhibition Hall 47.62415, -122.35151
  Dance Performance, (if applicable)
  • Genre EDB -- British Isles-Ireland - DANCE
  • URL
  • Biography The Comerford School of Irish Dance continues a great tradition of Irish dancing excellence and success, offering weekly classes for new beginners and advanced dancers of all ages (including adults!). Our dancing program offers many opportunities for our dancers to perform, compete, and share their love of Irish dancing with audiences in the greater Seattle area. Irish step dancing is a beautiful and entertaining dance form of graceful steps and percussive hard shoe rhythms that compliment the exciting Celtic music. Enjoy the showcase!

8:00pm PDT

ANAR: Helene Eriksen's Traditional Dance Theatre
Women's Dances of the Orient

Saturday May 26, 2012 8:00pm - 8:30pm PDT
International Dance Stage in the Exhibition Hall 47.62415, -122.35151
  Dance Performance, (if applicable)
 
Sunday, May 27
 

11:35am PDT

Maldon Meehan Dancers
Percussive Dance

Sunday May 27, 2012 11:35am - 12:00pm PDT
Northwest Court Stage 47.62285, -122.35476
  Dance Performance, (if applicable)
  • Genre EDB -- British Isles-Ireland - DANCE
  • URL
  • Biography THE MALDON MEEHAN DANCERS The Maldon Meehan Dancers are a dance troupe based in Portland, Oregon, USA. They train at the Maldon Meehan Dance Studio and perform for a variety of events including CĂ©ilĂ­s, festivals, library and store front celebrations, birthday parties and weddings. They also make appearances in shows like, "Brightening Glance" and "An Damhsa".The troupe draws from Irish sean-nos dance, old-style step dance, Cape Breton, American clogging and French Canadian step dance. MALDON MEEHAN (Artistic Director) Maldon Meehan is a performer, teacher and choreograhper of Irish sean-nĂłs and set dance. Maldon holds a BA in Irish Studies/Theater Arts from The Evergreen State College and a MA in Ethnochoreology from the University of Limerick, Ireland. She has been teaching since 1994. She is a 2008 Regional Arts and Cultures grant recipient. As a sean-nĂłs dancer Maldon has appeared on the nationally televised 2005 Oireachtas at the Cork Opera House in Cork City (TG4) as well as on Connemara Community Radio and RaidiĂł na Gaeltachta (RTÉ). Maldon placed 3rd in the 2005 ComĂłrtas ChĂłilĂ­n Sheáin Dharach, a sean-nĂłs jig competition held annually in Connemara. In 2005 Maldon and Ronan Regan released an instructional DVD of sean-nĂłs dance. Today the DVD has been sold in more than 17 countries.

1:10pm PDT

Pimana Thichalad/Siam Smile Performance
Thai traditional & folk dance

Sunday May 27, 2012 1:10pm - 1:45pm PDT
International Dance Stage in the Exhibition Hall 47.62415, -122.35151
  Dance Performance, (if applicable)
  • Genre EDA -- Southeast-East Asia - DANCE
  • Biography Siam Smile Performance is dedicated to perform the tradition of Thai traditional and folk dance. The group is led by Pimana Thichalad, who has studied, performed, and taught Thai dance for nearly all of her life.

6:00pm PDT

Keff L'Olam Israeli Dancers
Israeli Dancers

Sunday May 27, 2012 6:00pm - 6:30pm PDT
International Dance Stage in the Exhibition Hall 47.62415, -122.35151
  Dance Performance, (if applicable)
  • Genre EDO -- Jewish-Israel - DANCE
  • Biography We are part of the Vancouver Israeli Folk Dance Society and we are dedicated to exposing and teaching Israeli Dance to the community. We bring a taste of Israeli culture to a multitude of community events. The name Keff L'Olam is Hebrew for "Fun Forever" and we have been sharing the traditional dances of Israel since 1988. Israeli folk dance is very diverse, reflecting the multi-national origins of Jews who have settled in Israel. The words and music range from patriotic and political to romantic and just plain silly. There are over 4000 choreographed Israeli folk dances. Many of the oldies evoke idealistic, founding pioneer spirit. Newer dances reflect Israel's cultural potpourri, including Arabic, Yemenite, Turkish, Russian, Moroccan, American and Latin rhythm and movement. Israeli folk dance has been elevated to a national sport in Israel and it has spread throughout the world. We would like to share it with you.

6:35pm PDT

Tango Argentino
Authentic tango dancing

Sunday May 27, 2012 6:35pm - 7:00pm PDT
International Dance Stage in the Exhibition Hall 47.62415, -122.35151
  Dance Performance, (if applicable)
  • Genre EDI -- Latin America - DANCE
  • URL
  • Biography Tango Argentino: Our goal is to bring the history and passion of the Argentine Tango dancing to the general public.
 
Monday, May 28
 

11:00am PDT

Astrid Vinje
Traditional Javanese Dance

Monday May 28, 2012 11:00am - 11:25am PDT
International Dance Stage in the Exhibition Hall 47.62415, -122.35151
  Dance Performance, (if applicable)
  • Genre EDA -- Southeast-East Asia - DANCE
  • Biography Astrid Vinje has over twenty years of dance experience in a variety of dance styles. She began studying traditional Javanese dance in 2002, and has studied under dance teachers in the US, Canada, and Indonesia. Astrid has performed at a variety of events in the Seattle area, including three previous Folklife Festivals, as well as occasional performances with Seattle's own Javanese gamelan ensemble, Gamelan Pacifica.

11:35am PDT

Eclectic Cloggers
High Energy Appalachian Dance

Monday May 28, 2012 11:35am - 12:00pm PDT
International Dance Stage in the Exhibition Hall 47.62415, -122.35151
  Dance Performance, (if applicable)
  • Genre EDQ -- Traditional American Dance
  • URL
  • Biography The Eclectic Cloggers perform a lively style of Southern Appalachian step dancing with its roots firmly based in the past. While some clogging groups perform to recorded contemporary music, the Eclectics dance to live old time fiddle tunes. The fun they have with the rhythms of Appalachia is unique and upbeat. This lively percussive dance form comes from the eastern mountain region of the United States, where it began as a mix of Irish, Scottish and English step dances with African and Native American influences. Some of the dancers learned clogging while living in the Appalachian region, others from performing groups throughout the United States. Each member brings their own energy and style to the group, hence the name, Eclectic! Members of the Eclectic Cloggers have traveled back east to dance camps and heritage festivals to connect with their traditional roots. Since 1982, the Eclectic Cloggers have performed at festivals and community events throughout the Northwest. In 1994, the group toured international folk dance festivals in Belgium, Switzerland and Holland. For more information about upcoming performances and clogging classes go to eclecticcloggers.org

12:10pm PDT

Nonesuch
Elegant and Exuberant English

Monday May 28, 2012 12:10pm - 12:40pm PDT
International Dance Stage in the Exhibition Hall 47.62415, -122.35151
  Dance Performance, (if applicable)
  • Genre EDB -- British Isles-Ireland - DANCE
  • Biography Nonesuch was founded in 1988 to demonstrate the beauty of English dance and to lure new dancers into the ECD community. Nonesuch has performed at Folklife, the Kent Canterbury Faire and other ethnic festivals as well as for senior centers and nursing homes, for concerts of early music, fundraisers at KCTS, etc. Victoria Bestock has been the groups artistic director the past 20 years. For more information on Nonesuch, talk to Victoria Bestock. Recreational dancing www.mattfisher.com/English

12:50pm PDT

Sussefusse International Folk Dance Troupe
Global Villages Folk Dances

Monday May 28, 2012 12:50pm - 1:20pm PDT
International Dance Stage in the Exhibition Hall 47.62415, -122.35151
  Dance Performance, (if applicable)
  • Genre ERW -- World-Intl Folk - DANCE
  • Biography Performing since 1985, SusseFusse dancers have performed both locally and internationally featuring dances of the world.

1:30pm PDT

Baile Glas Irish Dancers
Youthful step dancing joy

Monday May 28, 2012 1:30pm - 2:00pm PDT
International Dance Stage in the Exhibition Hall 47.62415, -122.35151
  Dance Performance, (if applicable)
  • Genre EDB -- British Isles-Ireland - DANCE
  • URL
  • Biography Founded in 1989, Baile Glas performs at many celebrations of Irish culture in Northwest. The youthful dancers learn, and celebrate an unique style of step dancing that is energetic, and joyful.

5:00pm PDT

Bailadores de Bronce
SEA's Mexican Folk Dance Grp

Monday May 28, 2012 5:00pm - 5:30pm PDT
International Dance Stage in the Exhibition Hall 47.62415, -122.35151
  Dance Performance, (if applicable)
  • Genre EDI -- Latin America - DANCE
  • URL
  • Biography Bailadores de Bronce's mission is to promote the beauty and richness of Mexican traditions through music and dance in the Pacific Northwest. We seek to encourage a bridge of understanding among all people by sharing our culture, preserving our traditions and instilling pride in our youth. We are celebrating our 40th Anniversary this year. Que viva Mexico! y que viva los Bailadores de Bronce!

5:40pm PDT

Ivan-da-Mar'ya
Russion Folk Dance Ensemble

Monday May 28, 2012 5:40pm - 6:10pm PDT
International Dance Stage in the Exhibition Hall 47.62415, -122.35151
  Dance Performance, (if applicable)
  • Genre EDE -- Central-Eastern Europe & Balkan - DANCE
  • URL
  • Biography Ivan-da-Mar'ya was created in 2008 by choreographer Maria Levochkina. Since then, the dance ensemble has participated in such significant events as the Redmond Lights, annual Slavic festivals in Redmond, "Taste of Russia" and others in Seattle.

5:45pm PDT

Melody Institute
Melody Dance

Monday May 28, 2012 5:45pm - 6:15pm PDT
Center House Theatre: Sponsored by KUOW 47.62170, -122.35049
  Dance Performance, (if applicable)
  • Genre EDA -- Southeast-East Asia - DANCE
  • URL
  • Biography Comprised of dance students at the Melody Institute, active in the Pacific Northwest for more than 17 years, the Melody Dance Group has performed in a number of events including, but not limited to, the Folklife Festival, Juan de Fuca Festival of the Arts, Seattle Center's Chinese Arts and Culture Festival, and Winterfest. The group also actively volunteers by performing for senior centers, schools, and community centers. Almost all the dances were choreographed by Melody Xie, such as ribbon dance, fan dance, umbrella dance.

6:20pm PDT

Jacquelina's 'Dances of Spain'
Classical Spanish and Flamenco

Monday May 28, 2012 6:20pm - 6:45pm PDT
International Dance Stage in the Exhibition Hall 47.62415, -122.35151
  Dance Performance, (if applicable)
  • Genre EDH -- Western Europe - DANCE
  • URL
  • Biography Jacquelina's "Dances of Spain" is a Classical Spanish and Flamenco performing group, dedicated to the art and tradition of the dances of Southern Spain. These dancers include Jacquelina’s beginning, intermediate and advance level students, as well as Jacquelina herself. While some of the students performing have less than a year of Flamenco dance instruction, others have been studying Flamenco dance for 15 years or longer. One thing all these dancers do share is their passion for Flamenco. The group has performed through-out the Puget Sound area at several public and private events, including the Northwest Folklife Festival, Winter Worldfest and most recently, Leavenworth’s International Dance Festival.

6:50pm PDT

Sayaw
Phillipine Folk Dance

Monday May 28, 2012 6:50pm - 7:20pm PDT
International Dance Stage in the Exhibition Hall 47.62415, -122.35151
  Dance Performance, (if applicable)
  • Biography Sayaw is a student-based performing arts group from the University of Washington, that shares stories of ancestors and celebrates the culture through Philippine folk dance.

7:30pm PDT

Fire and Ice Irish Dance Company
150 Feet of Fury and Grace

Monday May 28, 2012 7:30pm - 8:00pm PDT
International Dance Stage in the Exhibition Hall 47.62415, -122.35151
  Dance Performance, (if applicable)
  • Genre EDB -- British Isles-Ireland - DANCE
  • Biography This is our 11th performing season. We are dancers dedicated to the art of Irish Ensemble choreography. This is our 6th Folklife performance
 

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