2019 Northwest Folklife Festival: Full Schedule

Presented by Seattle Cancer Care Alliance, the 48th Annual Northwest Folklife Festival returns on Memorial Day Weekend (May 24 - 27, 2019). This is the place to #FindYourFolk.

3:00pm PDT

Bonnie Dundee Scottish Dancers

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Bonnie Dundee Scottish Dancers

Bonnie Dundee has performed in the Greater Seattle area since 1993, at Folklife, local Highland Games, Scottish-themed events, public, and private events. We focus on the dance and music of Scotland; we dance in costume, performing ancient and modern dances, usually from late 17th... Read More →

Friday May 24, 2019 3:00pm - 3:45pm PDT
Open-Air Dance Stage 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Bonnie Dundee Scottish Dancers

4:00pm PDT

Nalini's Ruska Roma Dance Group

folklore romani russian

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Nalini's Romani Soul dance group

Our group meets weekly for practices and classes with Nalini in Bellevue. We perform at local events and festivals.

Friday May 24, 2019 4:00pm - 4:45pm PDT
Open-Air Dance Stage 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance

Genre Central/Eastern Europe & Balkan - Music/Dance

5:00pm PDT

Bollywood Dance group - Dance Masti

Bollywood Dance Group

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Dance Masti

I started the school 2 years ago, I have been teaching dance on voluntery basis for many years, At Dance Masti, students learn way more than just dance. Rhythm, team work, discipline and most imp how to have fun, We perform at various places at cultural and fund raising events.

Friday May 24, 2019 5:00pm - 5:45pm PDT
Open-Air Dance Stage 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Bollywood Dance group - Dance Masti

Genre Southeast/East Asia - Music/Dance

5:00pm PDT

Bonnie Dundee Scottish Dancers

Ancient and Modern Scottish Dance

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Bonnie Dundee Scottish Dancers

Friday May 24, 2019 5:00pm - 5:50pm PDT
Discovery Zone Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Bonnie Dundee Scottish Dancers

Genre British Isles/Ireland - Music/Dance
Program Kids Programming

5:30pm PDT

Bhangra Inception

Bhangra Fusion Dance

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Bhangra Inception

We have been dancing together as a group for almost a year. Most of us have had experience dancing with other groups. Our main focus is bhangra, but we like to add gidha and hip hop fusion flares to it.

Friday May 24, 2019 5:30pm - 7:15pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Bollywood and Bhangra Sponsored by Northwest Asian Weekly

Genre South Asian - Music/Dance

5:30pm PDT

Creative Kidz

Bollywood Fusion Dance

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Creative Kidz

Bollywood Fusion Dance

Friday May 24, 2019 5:30pm - 7:15pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Bollywood and Bhangra Sponsored by Northwest Asian Weekly

Genre World/International - Music/Dance

5:30pm PDT

Dancing Silhouette

Folk Dance from Assam

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Dancing Silhouette

Folk Dance from Assam

Friday May 24, 2019 5:30pm - 7:15pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Bollywood and Bhangra Sponsored by Northwest Asian Weekly

Genre International Folkdance Band/Performance

5:30pm PDT

Katrina Ji & Culture Shakti

Bollywood & Bhangra

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Katrina Ji & Culture Shakti

Katrina Ji & Culture Shakti are an American Tribal Style Belly Dance Company. ATS is the dances of the Romany Trail. It's an improvisational dance where the lead dancer will cues the followers and it looks like a choreography. Come learn dance from us! You've always wanted to learn... Read More →

Friday May 24, 2019 5:30pm - 7:15pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Bollywood and Bhangra Sponsored by Northwest Asian Weekly

Genre Southeast/East Asia - Music/Dance

5:30pm PDT

Katrina Ji & Culture Shakti

Rajasthani Folk Dance

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Katrina Ji & Culture Shakti

Friday May 24, 2019 5:30pm - 7:15pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Bollywood and Bhangra Sponsored by Northwest Asian Weekly

Genre Southeast/East Asia - Music/Dance

5:30pm PDT

Live2Dance Seattle

Boogie to Bollywood Beats

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Live2Dance Seattle

Friday May 24, 2019 5:30pm - 7:15pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Bollywood and Bhangra Sponsored by Northwest Asian Weekly

Genre Hip Hop - Music/Dance

5:30pm PDT

Nalini and The Blue Lotus Dance company

Modern and Traditional Bollywood

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Nalini and The Blue Lotus Dance company

Nalini & The Blue Lotus Dance Co., under the teaching and direction of Nalini, have been dancing together for 10 years and are united by a common dream: to bring the best in Eastern dance to the stages of Seattle. They perform Bollywood, Belly dance and Russian Gypsy dance styles... Read More →

Friday May 24, 2019 5:30pm - 7:15pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Bollywood and Bhangra Sponsored by Northwest Asian Weekly

Genre Southeast/East Asia - Music/Dance

5:30pm PDT

Ojasvi's Dancing Queens

Graceful Bollywood Dance

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Ojasvi's Dancing Queens

Graceful Bollywood Dance

Friday May 24, 2019 5:30pm - 7:15pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Bollywood and Bhangra Sponsored by Northwest Asian Weekly

Genre South Asian - Music/Dance

5:30pm PDT

Ojasvi's Fusion Divas

Indian Classical Fusion Dance

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Ojasvi's Fusion Divas

Indian Classical Fusion Dance

Friday May 24, 2019 5:30pm - 7:15pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Bollywood and Bhangra Sponsored by Northwest Asian Weekly

Genre South Asian - Music/Dance

5:30pm PDT

The Fusionists by Sneha Desai

Bollywood Fusion Portraying Versatility

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The Fusionists by Sneha Desai

I, Sneha Desai, am a dancer from India. Currently practicing and teaching in Portland, OR. I am a 7 year trained belly dance and bollywood dance instructor who has had several experiences of record breaking dance events and TV appearance. I currently train myself as well as conduct... Read More →

Friday May 24, 2019 5:30pm - 7:15pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Bollywood and Bhangra Sponsored by Northwest Asian Weekly

Genre South Asian - Music/Dance

6:00pm PDT

Natya Prayanam

Offering to Lord Shiva

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Natya Prayanam

Natya Prayanam is a group of passionate dancers continuing their dance journey alongside managing family and work. Vilasini has learnt under Guru K.Mohanan from Kalakshetra for 10 years. When she moved to Seattle she trained under Guru Joyce.K.Paul for 3 years. Shalini has learnt... Read More →

Friday May 24, 2019 6:00pm - 6:45pm PDT
Open-Air Dance Stage 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Natya Prayanam

Genre South Asian - Music/Dance

6:10pm PDT

Raas Nritya Rang (RNR)

RNR's Kerala Cinematic Dance

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Raas Nritya Rang (RNR)

RNR's Kerala Cinematic Dance

Friday May 24, 2019 6:10pm - 6:40pm PDT
Center Theatre 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Raas Nritya Rang (RNR)

Genre South Asian - Music/Dance
Program Cultural Focus Showcase

7:47pm PDT

Katrina Ji & Culture Shakti

American Tribal Style Bellydance

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Katrina Ji & Culture Shakti

Friday May 24, 2019 7:47pm - 7:55pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Tribal Fusion Bellydance

Genre Greater Middle East/North Africa - Music/Dance

8:03pm PDT

Rocais

Tribal Fusion Bellydance

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Rocais

Rocais is a Tribal Fusion Bellydance troupe from Duvall, Washington. Members are Martina Crowe-Hewett, Coila Craig and Shelby Alexander. Rocais is proud to be stepping on to the Folklife stage for the last three years. For more info check out www.bellyfringebellydance.com.

Friday May 24, 2019 8:03pm - 8:07pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Tribal Fusion Bellydance

Genre Greater Middle East/North Africa - Music/Dance

8:27pm PDT

Anwaar Fusion Bellydance

Fusion Belly Dancing

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Anwaar Fusion Bellydance

Anwaar Fusion Bellydance mix multiple styles of bellydance and add a splash of jazz & modern dance creating a diverse selection of new & different dance pieces every time. All in our 40s and 50s we are proof you're never too old to dance with style!

Friday May 24, 2019 8:27pm - 8:35pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Tribal Fusion Bellydance

Genre World/International - Music/Dance

8:43pm PDT

Deep Roots Dance

Tribal and Folkloric Bellydance

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Deep Roots Dance

Deep Roots Dance is an eclectic bellydance company, with a focus on joyful, powerful expression through dance. We offer weekly classes in North Seattle, as well as workshops locally and around the US. Our performances are an exhilarating blend of ancient dance with modern stylings... Read More →

Friday May 24, 2019 8:43pm - 8:51pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Tribal Fusion Bellydance

Genre Greater Middle East/North Africa - Music/Dance

11:00am PDT

Hopa Trop Folk Ensemble

Keeping Bulgarian Traditions Alive

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Hopa Trop Folk Ensemble

Hopa Trop Folk Ensemble performs dances and songs from all folklore regions of Bulgaria. Our mission is to preserve the Bulgarian culture and traditions among our community in Greater Seattle area. The Ensemble was formed in 2013 by the Master choreographer of Bulgarian dance Dani... Read More →

Saturday May 25, 2019 11:00am - 11:30am PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Hopa Trop Folk Ensemble

Genre Central/Eastern Europe & Balkan - Music/Dance

11:00am PDT

Bridgetown Morris Men

Morris Men Playing Morris Music

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Bridgetown Morris Men

Morris dancers have celebrated the seasons for hundreds of years in England with music dance, songs and plays. Decked out in ribbons and bells they performed athletic dances with handkerchiefs and sticks to encourage good fortune and fertility for the coming season. The Bridgetown... Read More →

Saturday May 25, 2019 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Armory Court Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Morris Dance

Genre Western Europe - Music/Dance

11:00am PDT

Merry Missives of Moscow--Children's Dance Group

Morris/English Country Dance

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Merry Missives of Moscow

The Merry Missives is a children’s dance troupe based in Moscow Idaho which combines traditional English Morris dance and English Country dancing (ECD). They have been performing both in Moscow Pullman and Spokane over the last 9 years and have performed as a Morris troupe at Seattle... Read More →

Saturday May 25, 2019 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Armory Court Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Morris Dance

Genre Children’s Programs - Music/Dance
Program Kids Programming

11:00am PDT

Renegade Rose Morris

Morris Music and Dancing

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Renegade Rose Morris

Renegade Rose Morris was founded in 2002 in Portland, Oregon. Our performances feature dances and songs in both traditional and contemporary English and American Morris traditions, played on accordion, whistle, and drum. Over time, we have added new dances, including some original... Read More →

Saturday May 25, 2019 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Armory Court Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Morris Dance

Genre Western Europe - Music/Dance

11:00am PDT

Side of the Tide Morris Dancers

Traditional Border Morris Dancing

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Side of the Tide Morris Dancers

Side of the Tide is a Border Morris dance team from Oregon’s south coast. Enthusiastic musicians provide the lively tunes as the troupe performs high energy dances with knacking staves and ringing bells. Side of the Tide embraces an ancient English dance tradition while keeping... Read More →

Saturday May 25, 2019 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Armory Court Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Morris Dance

Genre British Isles/Ireland - Music/Dance

11:00am PDT

Sound and Fury Morris

Kilted Morris with Bells!

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Sound and Fury Morris

Sound & Fury Morris & Sword have been dancing around Seattle and the rest of the west coast of North America since the waning days of last century. These are dance traditions dating back a long time, from various regions of England. Traditionally, Morris Dance is a community-based... Read More →

Saturday May 25, 2019 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Armory Court Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Morris Dance

Genre British Isles/Ireland - Music/Dance

11:00am PDT

Two Rivers Morris

Border Morris Dancing

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Two Rivers Morris

Two Rivers Morris performs Border Morris dances, both traditional and original, with live musicians. We have participated in many festivals in the Pacific Northwest, along with local events at home and regularly attend the gatherings of Morris dancers--the Ales--that occur in California... Read More →

Saturday May 25, 2019 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Armory Court Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Morris Dance

Genre British Isles/Ireland - Music/Dance

11:45am PDT

Vela Luka Croatian Dance Ensemble

Dance-Music of Croatia

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Vela Luka Croatian Dance Ensemble

Vela Luka Croatian Dance Ensemble, founded in 1975 in Anacortes, WA, located on Fidalgo Island, Ruže Dalmatinke & Bonaca Orchestra perform music and dance of Croatia. One-quarter of the residents of this unique community are descended from immigrants from another fishing village... Read More →

Saturday May 25, 2019 11:45am - 12:15pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Vela Luka Croatian Dance Ensemble

Genre Central/Eastern Europe & Balkan - Music/Dance

12:00pm PDT

LaVida Hip-HopTeam

Hip-Hop Youth

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LaVida Hip-HopTeam

LaVida Dance Studio was found in 2013. At LaVida we have adults and youth dancers. We specialize in Ballroom & Latin, Argentine tango, West Coast Swing, Salsa & Bachata for adults. Jazz & Lyrical, Hip-Hop, ballet, tap, Pop culture and Ballroom for kids. Also, we have an award-winning... Read More →

Saturday May 25, 2019 12:00pm - 12:45pm PDT
Open-Air Dance Stage 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, LaVida Hip-HopTeam

Genre Hip Hop - Music/Dance

12:00pm PDT

Belladonna Border Morris

Skipping with Blunt Objects

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Belladonna Border Morris

We are a women's and non-binary morris dancing group with members ranging from Seattle down to Portland.

Saturday May 25, 2019 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT
Armory Court Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Morris Dance

Genre British Isles/Ireland - Music/Dance

12:00pm PDT

Berkeley Morris

Mixed English Morris Dance

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Berkeley Morris

Berkeley Morris was founded in 1977. The predominant styles of Berkeley's repertoire originate from or are modeled after those from the Cotswold district of England specifically the traditions of Fieldtown (from the village of Leafield) and Bledington. The music is based on traditional... Read More →

Saturday May 25, 2019 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT
Armory Court Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Morris Dance

Genre British Isles/Ireland - Music/Dance

12:00pm PDT

North by Northwest Morris

Northwest Style Morris Clogging

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Northwest Morris

Northwest style clog Morris is a 19th Century British tradition from the industrial towns of Lancashire and North Cheshire in Northwest England. The dances involve much stepping, and the wooden clogs add to the rhythm provided by the band which generally plays popular tunes from the... Read More →

Saturday May 25, 2019 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT
Armory Court Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Morris Dance

Genre British Isles/Ireland - Music/Dance

12:00pm PDT

The MossyBack Morris Men

New and Old Morris Dancing

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The MossyBack Morris Men

The MossyBack Morris Men perform Morris based on collections from the South Midlands of England, specifically from the villages of Bledington and Ducklington, both in Oxfordshire. They wear white shirts and pants with red suspenders, hats and shoes.

Saturday May 25, 2019 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT
Armory Court Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Morris Dance

Genre British Isles/Ireland - Music/Dance

12:00pm PDT

Vancouver Morris Men

Traditional English Morris Dance

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Vancouver Morris Men

The Vancouver Morris Men were formed in Vancouver BC Canada in 1982 to maintain English folk traditions, specifically the Morris, locally. We use our performances to celebrate the changing of the seasons throughout the year. The Spring and Summer are the seasons when we perform... Read More →

Saturday May 25, 2019 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT
Armory Court Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Morris Dance

Genre British Isles/Ireland - Music/Dance

12:30pm PDT

Seattle Cheta at Bulgarian Cultural and Heritage Center of Seattle

Bulgarian Folk Dance Performance

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Seattle Cheta at Bulgarian Cultural and Heritage Center of Seattle

The performance group Seattle Cheta, part of The Bulgarian Cultural and Heritage Center of Seattle (BCHCS), was established in April, 2014, to participate in Chicago’s Verea Bulgarian Folk Festival. The name is a combination of “seattlecheta” – people from Seattle and (Seattle... Read More →

Saturday May 25, 2019 12:30pm - 1:00pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Bulgarian Showcase

Genre International Folkdance Band/Performance

1:00pm PDT

Ria Punukollu - amOha Dance Company

Indian Classical Dance: Bharatanatyam

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Ria Punukollu

Ria has been a student at amOha Performing Arts for the past 6 years, studying both vocal Carnatic music and Bharatanatyam. These are classical art forms from the southern part of India. Ria also practices yoga and learns about Indian mythology to complement her training in dance... Read More →

Saturday May 25, 2019 1:00pm - 1:45pm PDT
Open-Air Dance Stage 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Ria Punukollu - amOha Dance Company

Genre South Asian - Music/Dance

1:15pm PDT

Medena Pitka - at Bulgarian Cultural and Heritage Center of Seattle

Bulgarian Folk Dance Performance

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Medena Pitka Children Folklore Group

MEDENA PITKA Children Folklore Group is a program of The Bulgarian Cultural and Heritage Center of Seattle (BCHCS) that organically interweaves knowledge of traditional Bulgarian rituals and celebrations and practical knowledge of Bulgarian proverbial lyrics rhythms songs and dances... Read More →

Saturday May 25, 2019 1:15pm - 1:45pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Bulgarian Showcase

Genre Children’s Programs - Music/Dance
Program Cultural Focus Showcase, Kids Programming

2:00pm PDT

Natyashiksha - A Dance Academy

Bharathanatyam Performance

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Natyashiksha

Natyashiksha is an Indian classical dance- Bharathanatyam school based in Redmond, WA. The students have been performing for many years in multilple venues across eastern WA. They enjoy performing to the multi cultural audience at NWFL.

Saturday May 25, 2019 2:00pm - 2:45pm PDT
Open-Air Dance Stage 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Natyashiksha

Genre South Asian - Music/Dance

2:00pm PDT

FACES Dance Group

Filipino Folk Dances

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FACES Dance Group

Filipino folk dances.

Saturday May 25, 2019 2:00pm - 3:30pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Mabuhay Philippines

Genre South Asian - Music/Dance

2:00pm PDT

Filipina Muslim Ensemble

Ethnic Muslim Dances of the Philippines

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Filipina Muslim Ensemble

Saturday May 25, 2019 2:00pm - 3:30pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Mabuhay Philippines

Genre South Asian - Music/Dance

2:00pm PDT

Filipiniana Dance Co.

Philippine Song and Dance

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Filipiniana Dance Co.

Formed in 1970 as the Family Choir of the Immaculate Conception Church, Seattle, WA, the Filipiniana Dance Co quickly found an audience for its specialty programs. Drawing from the many ethnic traditions found in the Philippines, the company dances to create an exciting intermingling... Read More →

Saturday May 25, 2019 2:00pm - 3:30pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Mabuhay Philippines

Genre South Asian - Music/Dance

3:00pm PDT

Priyanka Shukla (kids group )

Bollywood contemporary

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Priyanka Shukla (kids group)

Bollywood contemporary

Saturday May 25, 2019 3:00pm - 3:45pm PDT
Open-Air Dance Stage 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Priyanka Shukla and group

Genre Asia - MUSIC

3:00pm PDT

Priyanka Shukla and group

Indian Folk Dance

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Priyanka Shukla and group

Indian Folk Dance

Saturday May 25, 2019 3:00pm - 3:45pm PDT
Open-Air Dance Stage 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Priyanka Shukla and group

Genre Asia - MUSIC

3:00pm PDT

Belladonna Border Morris

Skipping with Blunt Objects

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Belladonna Border Morris

We are a women's and non-binary morris dancing group with members ranging from Seattle down to Portland.

Saturday May 25, 2019 3:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
McCaw Promenade 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Guerilla Morris

Genre British Isles/Ireland - Music/Dance

3:00pm PDT

Berkeley Morris

Mixed English Morris Dance

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Berkeley Morris

Saturday May 25, 2019 3:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
McCaw Promenade 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Guerilla Morris

Genre British Isles/Ireland - Music/Dance

3:00pm PDT

Bridgetown Morris Men

Morris Men Playing Morris Music

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Bridgetown Morris Men

Saturday May 25, 2019 3:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
McCaw Promenade 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Guerilla Morris

Genre Western Europe - Music/Dance

3:00pm PDT

Massive Monkees & Arts Corps Presents Massive Break Challenge Championship

Youth Breaking (Breakdance) Competition

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Massive Monkees & Arts Corps

Youth Breaking (Breakdance) Competition

Saturday May 25, 2019 3:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
Cornish Playhouse: Sponsored by KUOW 94.9 201 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Arts Corps presents

Genre Hip Hop - Music/Dance
Program Cultural Focus Showcase

3:00pm PDT

Merry Missives of Moscow--Children's Dance Group

Morris/English Country Dance

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Merry Missives of Moscow

Saturday May 25, 2019 3:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
McCaw Promenade 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Guerilla Morris

Genre Children’s Programs - Music/Dance
Program Cultural Focus Showcase, Kids Programming

3:00pm PDT

North by Northwest Morris

Northwest Style Morris Clogging

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Northwest Morris

Saturday May 25, 2019 3:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
McCaw Promenade 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Guerilla Morris

Genre British Isles/Ireland - Music/Dance

3:00pm PDT

Renegade Rose Morris

Morris Music and Dancing

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Renegade Rose Morris

Saturday May 25, 2019 3:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
McCaw Promenade 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Guerilla Morris

Genre Western Europe - Music/Dance

3:00pm PDT

Side of the Tide Morris Dancers

Traditional Border Morris Dancing

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Side of the Tide Morris Dancers

Saturday May 25, 2019 3:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
McCaw Promenade 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Guerilla Morris

Genre British Isles/Ireland - Music/Dance

3:00pm PDT

Sound and Fury Morris

Kilted Morris with Bells!

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Sound and Fury Morris

Saturday May 25, 2019 3:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
McCaw Promenade 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Guerilla Morris

Genre British Isles/Ireland - Music/Dance

3:00pm PDT

The MossyBack Morris Men

New and Old Morris Dancing

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The MossyBack Morris Men

Saturday May 25, 2019 3:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
McCaw Promenade 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Guerilla Morris

Genre British Isles/Ireland - Music/Dance

3:00pm PDT

Two Rivers Morris

Border Morris Dancing

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Two Rivers Morris

Saturday May 25, 2019 3:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
McCaw Promenade 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Guerilla Morris

Genre British Isles/Ireland - Music/Dance

3:00pm PDT

Vancouver Morris Men

Traditional English Morris Dance

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Vancouver Morris Men

Saturday May 25, 2019 3:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
McCaw Promenade 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Guerilla Morris

Genre British Isles/Ireland - Music/Dance

3:55pm PDT

House of Kala

Skanda-Indian Classical Dance Bharathnatyam

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House of Kala

Akhi is a 16-year-old professional actor dancer & choreographer. A disciple of Guru Vidyalakshmi Vinod. A 2018 National Young Arts Silver Medal 2018 Cleveland Thyagaraja Aradhana winner he has been performing since he was 7 and possesses an insatiable appetite and hunger for dance... Read More →

Saturday May 25, 2019 3:55pm - 4:30pm PDT
Center Theatre 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Diwali, Lights of India presents: Voices of Youth

Genre South Asian - Music/Dance
Program Cultural Focus Showcase

4:00pm PDT

VUK KARADZIC VETERANS

Serbian Folk Dance Ensemble

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Vuk Karadzic – Veterans

Folk Dance Ensemble Vuk Karadzic – Veterans was founded in 1970 with a goal to keep the Serbian tradition and culture alive through the best possible way: music and dance.The small part of the ensemble you are watching today, is together since 2010.Vuk Karadzic Veterans Ensemble... Read More →

Saturday May 25, 2019 4:00pm - 4:45pm PDT
Open-Air Dance Stage 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, VUK KARADZIC VETERANS

Genre Central/Eastern Europe & Balkan - Music/Dance

4:00pm PDT

TE FARE O TAMATOA 2019 SHOWCASE

Tahitian Dancing and Drumming

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Te Fare O Tamatoa

Te Fare O Tamatoa's mission is to provide a means to teach people about the music, dance, and culture of Tahiti." On this site, you will find information on all things Te Fare O Tamatoa. From dance and drumming classes to performances and a little bit on Polynesian culture.

Saturday May 25, 2019 4:00pm - 6:00pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Tahitian Showcase

Genre Polynesia/Hawaii - Music/Dance

4:45pm PDT

THE IRAQI HARITGE, CULTUR AND ARTS UNION

The Sumerian Night

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The Iraqi Heritage, Culture and Arts Union

Saturday May 25, 2019 4:45pm - 5:15pm PDT
Center Theatre 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, The Iraqi Heritage, Culture and Arts Union

Genre Greater Middle East/North Africa - Music/Dance

5:00pm PDT

KalaAlaya School of Dance

Indian Classical Dance Bharathanatyam

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KalaAlaya School of Dance

KalaAlaya School of Dance is a Bharatanatyam dance school, based in Redmond. Our school was founded in 2012 by the current resident teacher and founder Ms. Preetha Anand. We have 70 students starting from age of 5 to 40. We perform actively in major festivals around Seattle. Our performances... Read More →

Saturday May 25, 2019 5:00pm - 5:45pm PDT
Open-Air Dance Stage 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, KalaAlaya School of Dance

Genre South Asian - Music/Dance

6:00pm PDT

LEELA KATHAK

North Indian Kathak Dance

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Leela Kathak

LEELA KATHAK brings Guru Urmila Nagar (Didi) from India each year for a 2-month residency in which she teaches new ideas, corrects old mistakes and prepares, presents and accompanies our free annual concert. We practice regularly during the rest of the year and perform, present demos... Read More →

Saturday May 25, 2019 6:00pm - 6:45pm PDT
Open-Air Dance Stage 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, LEELA KATHAK

Genre South Asian - Music/Dance

7:00pm PDT

Lietutis Lithuanian Folk Dance Group

Lithuanian Folk Dance Group

Artist

Lietutis Lithuanian Folk Dance Group

Lietutis is celebrating its 38th year. We're either of Lithuanian heritage, or earned our "stripes" the hard way, through marriage and friendship. Our small community embraces folk dancing as an exciting way of celebrating heritage. We look forward to sharing the joy of our culture... Read More →

Saturday May 25, 2019 7:00pm - 7:30pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Baltic Show

Genre Scandinavia/Baltic - Music/Dance

7:45pm PDT

Tuhandest Tuulest

Seattle-Portland Estonian Dancers

Artist

Tuhandest Tuulest

Saturday May 25, 2019 7:45pm - 8:15pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Baltic Show

Genre Scandinavia/Baltic - Music/Dance

8:30pm PDT

The Iraqi Heritage , Culture and Arts Union

The Sumerian Night

Artist

The Iraqi Heritage, Culture and Arts Union

Saturday May 25, 2019 8:30pm - 9:00pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance

11:00am PDT

Anadolu Youth Dancers

Turkish Folk Dancing

Artist

Anadolu Youth Dancers

We are a youth Turkish folk dance group in Seattle. We've been performing since 2009. Our goal is to provide an opportunity for children to experience Turkish cultural heritage through performing arts. Folk dancing is a wonderful way to build leadership, teamwork and dedication... Read More →

Sunday May 26, 2019 11:00am - 11:30am PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Anadolu Youth Dancers

Genre Greater Middle East/North Africa - Music/Dance

11:00am PDT

Forgatos Hungarian Folk Dancers

Traditional Hungarian Village Dances

Artist

Forgatos Hungarian Folk Dancers

The Forgatós Hungarian Family Folk Dancers (former Kisbetyárok) were founded over 30 years ago to preserve and share the treasures of Hungarian folk dance culture. Supported by the Hungarian American Association of Washington, practices are held weekly in Seattle. The children... Read More →

Sunday May 26, 2019 11:00am - 11:45am PDT
Open-Air Dance Stage 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Forgatos Hungarian Folk Dancers

Genre Central/Eastern Europe & Balkan - Music/Dance

11:45am PDT

Georgian Heritage

Georgian Folk Dance

Artist

Georgian Heritage

At the age of six years Tamar Hoge (formerly Bakuradze) began learning traditional Georgian dance from instructors at the prestigious Sukhishvili Dance Studio. Four years later she graduated from their rigorous school and joined the dance ensemble "Iberia". As a member of "Iberia... Read More →

Sunday May 26, 2019 11:45am - 12:15pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Georgian Heritage

Genre International Folkdance Band/Performance

12:00pm PDT

FCS (Filipino Community of Seattle) Kalahi Philippines Dance Company

Cultural Dances of the Philippines

Artist

FCS (Filipino Community of Seattle) Kalahi Philippines Dance Company

Introducing the Filipino Community of Seattle Kalahi Philippines Dance Company of Seattle or also known as “FCS - Kalahi ” is a cultural dance group whose members are made up of Filipino parents grand parents children and grand children. The group’s primary goal is to encourage... Read More →

Sunday May 26, 2019 12:00pm - 12:45pm PDT
Open-Air Dance Stage 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Pagdiriwang Festival Presents

Genre Southeast/East Asia - Music/Dance

12:00pm PDT

Merry Missives of Moscow--Children's Dance Group

Morris/English Country Dance

Artist

Merry Missives of Moscow

Sunday May 26, 2019 12:00pm - 12:50pm PDT
Discovery Zone Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Merry Missives of Moscow--Children's Dance Group

Genre Children’s Programs - Music/Dance
Program Kids Programming

12:30pm PDT

Nonesuch English Country Dancers

Elegant and Exuberant English

Artist

Nonesuch English Country Dancers

Nonesuch was founded in 1988 as a way to entice people into participating in English Country Dance and to delight audiences with the beauty of the dances. The group has performed at Folklife and other ethnic festivals for the Shoreline Arts festival for nursing homes senior centers... Read More →

Sunday May 26, 2019 12:30pm - 1:00pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Nonesuch English Country Dancers

Genre British Isles/Ireland - Music/Dance

1:00pm PDT

Ballet Folklorico Mexico en la Piel

Traditional Dances from Mexico

Artist

Ballet Folklorico Mexico en la Piel

We are a group that started in 2008 in Hillsboro Oregon. Since then, we have performed in many parts of Oregon and Washington. Some of the major events we have performed at are: 5 de Mayo Festival in Portland OR, WorldBeat Festival in Salem OR, Fiesta Mexicana in Woodburn OR, Washington... Read More →

Sunday May 26, 2019 1:00pm - 1:45pm PDT
Open-Air Dance Stage 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Folkloric Dance

Genre Latin America - Music/Dance

1:15pm PDT

Fire & Ice Irish Dance Company

Irish Ensemble Choreography

Artist

Fire & Ice Irish Dance Company

Fire & Ice is a noncompetitive Irish dance company providing performing opportunities to all ages and bringing joy to audiences throughout the Puget Sound. Fire & Ice Irish Dance Company is currently in their 18th performing season and they hope you enjoy their show.

Sunday May 26, 2019 1:15pm - 1:45pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Irish Dance

Genre British Isles/Ireland - Music/Dance

2:00pm PDT

Seattle Irish Dance Company

Traditional Irish Dance

Artist

Seattle Irish Dance Company

The Seattle Irish Dance Company is made up of gregarious free-spirited technically outstanding professional dancers. We aim to balance our love for traditional Irish music and dance and our desire to challenge ourselves by blending traditional rhythms with contemporary elements. As... Read More →

Sunday May 26, 2019 2:00pm - 2:30pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Irish Dance

Genre British Isles/Ireland - Music/Dance

2:00pm PDT

Los Rebeldes de la Cueca

Folklore Dances from Chile

Artist

Los Rebeldes de la Cueca

We carry a rich tradition and culture from Southamerica expressed through traditional dances from Chile. "Los Rebeldes ed la Cueca" are the heirs of the group "Violata Parra" that danced for the community of Seattle since 1977 until its end in the year 2016. Since 2017, we have performed... Read More →

Sunday May 26, 2019 2:00pm - 2:45pm PDT
Open-Air Dance Stage 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Los Rebeldes de la Cueca

Genre Latin America - Music/Dance

2:45pm PDT

Radost Folk Ensemble

Balkan Dance

Artist

Radost Folk Ensemble

Radost - which means "Joy" in all the Slavic languages - has presented the dance music and song of Eastern Europe since 1976. The Radost Folk Ensemble brings color energy and the precision of ethnic culture to the stage. Radost's repertoire includes the traditions of Croatia Macedonia... Read More →

Sunday May 26, 2019 2:45pm - 3:45pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Radost

Genre Central/Eastern Europe & Balkan - Music/Dance

3:00pm PDT

Lakshmi Priya Sekar

Bharatanatyam Dance Recital

Artist

Lakshmi Priya Sekar

Lakshmi Priya started learning Bharatanatyam under Shri. Padma S Raghavan in India and performed her first solo stage recital called Arangetram in 2014 at Bharati Vidya Bhavan Mylapore. She has learnt several dance pieces under the India guru and has performed in classical dance festivals... Read More →

Sunday May 26, 2019 3:00pm - 3:45pm PDT
Open-Air Dance Stage 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Lakshmi Priya Sekar

Genre South Asian - Music/Dance

3:00pm PDT

Bailadores de Bronce

Mexican Folk Dance

Artist

Bailadores de Bronce

BAILADORES DE BRONCE was established in 1972 by a group of students at the University of Washington, united in a common goal to demonstrate their pride in their Mexican heritage through music and dance. All dancers, instructors and the Board of Directors volunteer their time, energy... Read More →

Sunday May 26, 2019 3:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
Bagley Wright Theatre 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Echoes of Aztlán Ballet Folklórico Show

Genre Latin America - Music/Dance

3:00pm PDT

Ballet Folklorico Mexico en la Piel

Traditional Dances from Mexico

Artist

Ballet Folklorico Mexico en la Piel

Sunday May 26, 2019 3:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
Bagley Wright Theatre 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Echoes of Aztlán Ballet Folklórico Show

Genre Latin America - Music/Dance

3:00pm PDT

Grupo Folklorico Citlali

Mexican Folklorico Children's Group

Artist

Grupo Folklorico Citlali

Grupo Folklorico Citali is a youth traditional Mexican dance group from Burien, Wa. The group was established in 2012 by their teacher, Lauren Robles. Grupo Folklorico Citlali's goal is to spread their love of the Mexican culture with others through dance & music. The dancers range... Read More →

Sunday May 26, 2019 3:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
Bagley Wright Theatre 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Echoes of Aztlán Ballet Folklórico Show

Genre Latin America - Music/Dance

3:00pm PDT

Grupo Folklorico Nuestras Raices

Cultura y Tradiciones Mexicanas

Artist

Grupo Folklorico Nuestras Raices

- We are a group that started activities in October 2015, composed of young people with roots and Mexican traditions, with the intention of keeping our culture alive, we have a passion for folk music and dance and motivated to have our young generations related to the folklore of... Read More →

Sunday May 26, 2019 3:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
Bagley Wright Theatre 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Echoes of Aztlán Ballet Folklórico Show

Genre Latin America - Music/Dance

3:00pm PDT

Joyas Mestizas

Joyas Mestizas Dance Group

Artist

Joyas Mestizas

Joyas Mestizas is proud to preserve the rich Mexican culture in children in the Pacific Northwest through traditional dance music and regional costuming. Dancing in Joyas offers youth a connection to Mexican culture and an opportunity to share and explore diverse cultural backgrounds... Read More →

Sunday May 26, 2019 3:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
Bagley Wright Theatre 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Echoes of Aztlán Ballet Folklórico Show

Genre Latin America - Music/Dance

4:00pm PDT

Ivan-da-Mar'ya

Russian Folk Dances

Artist

Ivan-da-Mar'ya

“Ivan-da-Mar’ya” Folk Dance Ensemble was created in 2008 by choreographer Maria Levochkina at the Russian Community Center in Redmond. Both children and adults actively participate in the ensemble making the performances interesting for all age groups. The purpose of this ensemble... Read More →

Sunday May 26, 2019 4:00pm - 4:30pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Ivan-da-Mar'ya

Genre Central/Eastern Europe & Balkan - Music/Dance

4:00pm PDT

Victoria Balkan Dancers: Kariatis and Sini Balkani

Victoria's Exciting Balkan Dancers

Artist

Victoria Balkan Dancers: Kariatis and Sini Balkani

Kariatis celebrates 40 years of dancing this year. We perform traditional dances that have been choreographed for stage, mostly from Bulgaria Macedonia Greece Romania and Serbia. We have performed at Folklife many times over the past 20 years and enjoy the festival even when not performing... Read More →

Sunday May 26, 2019 4:00pm - 4:45pm PDT
Open-Air Dance Stage 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Victoria Balkan Dancers: Kariatis and Sini Balkani

Genre Central/Eastern Europe & Balkan - Music/Dance

4:00pm PDT

NORTH CITY ROCKERS

Hip-Hop Breaking B-Boy Dance

Artist

NORTH CITY ROCKERS

The NORTH CITY ROCKERS are a multi-generational Hip Hop Crew composed of high energy B-Boys, B-Girls, Street Dancers, Grafitti Artists, MC’s, DJ’s and Documentarians. NCR performed at last year’s NW Folklife Festival, Seattle Children’s Festival, Seattle Children’s Museum... Read More →

Sunday May 26, 2019 4:00pm - 4:50pm PDT
Discovery Zone Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, NORTH CITY ROCKERS

Genre Hip Hop - Music/Dance
Program Cultural Focus Showcase, Kids Programming

4:15pm PDT

Siam Smile Thai Classical and Folk Dance

Thai Classical and Folk Dance

Artist

Siam Smile Thai Classical and Folk Dance

I obtained a bachelor degree of Thai Classic Dance from Rajabhat Suan Sunandha University. Master of Education from ChiangMai Unversity. I was a volunteer teacher at Thai Temlple in San Francisco in 2000, also at Thai temple in Auburn in 2006 to the present. ***** Performance and... Read More →

Sunday May 26, 2019 4:15pm - 4:45pm PDT
Center Theatre 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Classical Thai Music and Dance Showcase Sponsored by Northwest Asian Weekly

Genre Southeast/East Asia - Music/Dance

4:45pm PDT

Forgatos Hungarian Folk Dancers

Traditional Hungarian Village Dances

Artist

Forgatos Hungarian Folk Dancers

Sunday May 26, 2019 4:45pm - 5:15pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Forgatos Hungarian Folk Dancers

5:15pm PDT

NORTH CITY ROCKERS

Hip-Hop Breaking B-Boy Dance

Artist

NORTH CITY ROCKERS

Sunday May 26, 2019 5:15pm - 5:45pm PDT
Open-Air Dance Stage 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, NORTH CITY ROCKERS

Genre Hip Hop - Music/Dance
Program Cultural Focus Showcase, Kids Programming

5:30pm PDT

Tango Argentino

Tango History and Passion

Artist

Tango Argentino

Ilana Rubin and Tony Fan have been dancing the Argentine tango together for more than 20 years. The beauty of their movement comes from their maturity in the dance, strong connection and deep respect for the music. Don’t let the allure of the tango steer you away from learning this... Read More →

Sunday May 26, 2019 5:30pm - 6:00pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Tango Argentino

Genre Latin America - Music/Dance

6:00pm PDT

Tricia Diamond & the NW New Orleans Bounce Team

New Orleans Bounce Performance

Artist

Tricia Diamond & the NW New Orleans Bounce Team

Born and raised in Los Angeles and New Orleans, Tricia grew up in a family who worked with and were luminaries in the entertainment industry. African dance and music were integral to her life from as far she can remember from the age of 3 playing violin, to 2 years old dancing during... Read More →

Sunday May 26, 2019 6:00pm - 6:45pm PDT
Open-Air Dance Stage 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Tricia Diamond & the NW New Orleans Bounce Team

Genre Hip Hop - Music/Dance

7:00pm PDT

Helene Eriksen & ANAR DANA

Dance North Africa to Central Asia

Artist

Helene Eriksen & ANAR DANA

Helene is a dance ethnologist, teacher, performer and choreographer of traditional dances of the Balkans and Islamic Orient as well as Argentine Tango and folk dance. She lectures and publishes on dance ethnology and costume studies. She has conducted many research projects in Bulgaria... Read More →

Sunday May 26, 2019 7:00pm - 9:00pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Arabic, Persian and Central Asian Dance Showcase

Genre Greater Middle East/North Africa - Music/Dance

7:00pm PDT

karavans

Arabic, Persian, and Turkish Dance

Artist

karavans

Karavans Dance Troupe brings to life the colorful traditional dances performed for centuries by people of Arabic Turkish and Persian descent . They perform annually at the Turkish and Persian Festivals at the Seattle Center as well as at the Folklife Festival. For the last two years... Read More →

Sunday May 26, 2019 7:00pm - 9:00pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Arabic, Persian and Central Asian Dance Showcase

Genre Greater Middle East/North Africa - Music/Dance

7:00pm PDT

Maia Uzzell

Egyptian Style Belly Dancing

Artist

Maia Uzzell

Maia has been studying Middle Eastern Dance since the age of five. She has performed at many local competitions and community events. Maia also enjoys drawing and track.

Sunday May 26, 2019 7:00pm - 9:00pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Arabic, Persian and Central Asian Dance Showcase

Genre Greater Middle East/North Africa - Music/Dance

7:00pm PDT

Nalini

Bollywood Traditional and Modern Dance

Artist

Nalini

Choreographer, performer and dance instructor in Bollywood (Kathak), Belly Dance and Russian Gypsy dance styles

Sunday May 26, 2019 7:00pm - 9:00pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Arabic, Persian and Central Asian Dance Showcase

Genre Southeast/East Asia - Music/Dance

7:00pm PDT

Nalini's Jewels Of Fire Belly Dance Ensemble

Middle Eastern Modern Belly Dancing

Artist

Nalini's Jewels Of Fire Belly Dance Ensemble

Jewels Of Fire is Nalini's Belly Dance performance group. Under the teaching and direction of master performer, choreographer and teacher Nalini the group has been performing at local festivals, restaurant shows and many other events in Seattle area since 2012. Nalini’s extensive... Read More →

Sunday May 26, 2019 7:00pm - 9:00pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Arabic, Persian and Central Asian Dance Showcase

Genre Greater Middle East/North Africa - Music/Dance

7:00pm PDT

Roxy the Oriental Dancer

Middle Eastern Dance

Artist

Roxy the Oriental Dancer

Roxy is Miss Belly Dancer USA 2015, and the Universal and Specialty Prop Champion of Belly Dancer of the Universe 2015. She is an oriental dancer who is committed to being a lifelong student of music and the performance arts. Her passion is to bring the beauty of Middle Eastern dance... Read More →

Sunday May 26, 2019 7:00pm - 9:00pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Arabic, Persian and Central Asian Dance Showcase

Genre World/International - Music/Dance

7:02pm PDT

Apoorva Pradeep

Traditional Bharatanatyam Margam

Artist

Apoorva Pradeep

Introduced to Bharatanatyam at the age of seven Apoorva Pradeep has been pursuing the art for 17 years. She has been trained under the guidance of Gurus: Sri Ashok Kumar B.Bhanumathi and Smt Sheela Chandrashekar. She has completed her Rangapravesham and cleared the dance exams conducted... Read More →

Sunday May 26, 2019 7:02pm - 7:12pm PDT
Bagley Wright Theatre 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Incredible Dances of South Asia

Genre South Asian - Music/Dance

7:14pm PDT

Seattle De Sitare - Girls

Energetic Indian Bhangra

Artist

Seattle De Sitare - Girls

We are bringing the energetic harvest dance from Northern Part of India called Bhangra. I started this academy a year ago with the passion of teaching our folk and routes to our next generation.

Sunday May 26, 2019 7:14pm - 7:24pm PDT
Bagley Wright Theatre 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Incredible Dances of South Asia

Genre South Asian - Music/Dance

7:26pm PDT

Torongo - Seattle’s Bangladeshi Dance Team

Bangladeshi Dance

Artist

Torongo

Sunday May 26, 2019 7:26pm - 7:36pm PDT
Bagley Wright Theatre 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Incredible Dances of South Asia

Genre South Asian - Music/Dance

7:38pm PDT

Pavithra Kannan

Bharatanatyam Recital

Artist

Pavithra Kannan

Bharatanatyam Recital

Sunday May 26, 2019 7:38pm - 7:48pm PDT
Bagley Wright Theatre 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Incredible Dances of South Asia

Genre Southeast/East Asia - Music/Dance

7:50pm PDT

Anga Kala Kathak Academy

Traditional Kathak Dance

Artist

Anga Kala Kathak Academy

Anga Kala Kathak Academy is a premier institution of Kathak (North Indian Classical Dance) nuturing an interest in this beautiful art form among kids and adults.

Sunday May 26, 2019 7:50pm - 8:00pm PDT
Bagley Wright Theatre 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Incredible Dances of South Asia

Genre Southeast/East Asia - Music/Dance

8:02pm PDT

Pranamam

Traditional Indian Thiruvathirakali

Artist

Pranamam

Traditional Indian Thiruvathirakali

Sunday May 26, 2019 8:02pm - 8:12pm PDT
Bagley Wright Theatre 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Incredible Dances of South Asia

Genre South Asian - Music/Dance

8:14pm PDT

Purnamudra School Of Kuchipudi Dance

Traditional Kuchipudi Dashavataram

Artist

Purnamudra School Of Kuchipudi Dance

Performers are students of Nagalakshmi Lakshmi. Naga Lakshmi Bhagavatula is a disciple of Guru Dr. Patnam Siva Prasad in Anantapur Andhra Pradesh. A native of Kuchipudi village herself she started learning dance at the age of 4 and has continued her journey since then with over 700... Read More →

Sunday May 26, 2019 8:14pm - 8:24pm PDT
Bagley Wright Theatre 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Incredible Dances of South Asia

Genre South Asian - Music/Dance

8:26pm PDT

Urvasi Dance Ensemble

Odissi Indian Classical Dance

Artist

Urvasi Dance Ensemble

Urvasi Dance Ensemble practices classical Odissi dance in the rare style of Adiguru Pankaj Charan Das from the state of Odisha, India. The Ensemble has performed both traditional choreography and choreography on modern and historical themes. Urvasi has been showcased by the Department... Read More →

Sunday May 26, 2019 8:26pm - 8:36pm PDT
Bagley Wright Theatre 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Incredible Dances of South Asia

Genre South Asian - Music/Dance

8:38pm PDT

Seattle De Sitaare- Boys

North Indian Folk Dance

Artist

Seattle De Sitaare- Boys

We are bring North Indian Folk dance. I started this academy last year with the passion of education our kids about our folk dance, our background and our routes. It will be a privilege for us to show everyone our culture through our dance form. We are performing north indian harvesting... Read More →

Sunday May 26, 2019 8:38pm - 8:48pm PDT
Bagley Wright Theatre 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Incredible Dances of South Asia

Genre South Asian - Music/Dance

8:50pm PDT

Arpan

Changing perspectives through dance

Artist

Arpan

Sunday May 26, 2019 8:50pm - 9:00pm PDT
Bagley Wright Theatre 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Incredible Dances of South Asia

Genre South Asian - Music/Dance

11:00am PDT

Leikarringen of Leif Erikson Lodge 2-001

Norwegian Songs and Dances

Artist

Leikarringen of Leif Erikson Lodge 2-001

Sons of Norway Leif Erikson Lodge in Ballard has promoted traditional Norwegian dancing for all ages beginning in the year 1960. We are the only dance group that also performs traditional children's song dances. Dances are performed to live music provided by musician Bill Boyd, playing... Read More →

Monday May 27, 2019 11:00am - 11:30am PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Leikarringen of Leif Erikson Lodge 2-001

Genre Western Europe - Music/Dance

11:00am PDT

Cornerstone Studio

More Than Just Dance!

Artist

Cornerstone Studio

Our performing groups, Cornerstone Company, Crew, & P3 are comprised of a select group of dancers who train several hours per week in preparation for performance opportunities at local fairs, festivals, and events. Our dancers have showcased their talents at events like Newcastle... Read More →

Monday May 27, 2019 11:00am - 11:45am PDT
Open-Air Dance Stage 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Cornerstone Studio

Genre Children’s Programs - Music/Dance

11:00am PDT

Romanian Showcase: From Folk to Folk Inspired

Traditional Romanian dance

Artist

Datina Folk Ensemble

Datina, which means “tradition” in Romanian, has brought to the Seattle area the rich heritage of the Romanian traditional arts. Through lively dance performances, members and their communities discover the customs that have animated the villages through the centuries. The ensemble... Read More →

Monday May 27, 2019 11:00am - 1:00pm PDT
Bagley Wright Theatre 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Romanian Showcase: From Folk to Folk Inspired

Genre Central/Eastern Europe & Balkan - Music/Dance

11:45am PDT

Enzian Schuhplatter

Bavarian Folk Dancing Group

Artist

Enzian Schuhplatter

Enzian Schuhplattler is a registered 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to promoting Bavarian folk dancing, culture, and costumes. Enzian performs regional dances from Bavaria (Germany) and Tirol (Austria), including traditional Schuhplattler and folk dances.

Monday May 27, 2019 11:45am - 12:15pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Enzian Schuhplatter

Genre International Folkdance Band/Performance

12:00pm PDT

TusuyPeru

Peruvian Dances and Culture

Artist

TusuyPeru

TusuyPeru, Peruvian dance group promotes dances & culture. We celebrate Peruvian culture in the PNW, we pursue to take you in an imaginary trip throughout all the regions of Peru.

Monday May 27, 2019 12:00pm - 12:45pm PDT
Open-Air Dance Stage 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, TusuyPeru

Genre Latin America - Music/Dance

12:30pm PDT

Süssefüsse International Folk Dance Troupe

Joyful, Global Folk Dance!

Artist

Süssefüsse International Folk Dance Troupe

Süssefüsse was founded in 1985 by Heidi Vorst. Dancers often come into the troupe and stay for many years, performing at local festivals and community events. The troupe has shared their love of int'l dance and culture with kings, queens, children, farm workers, retirement communities... Read More →

Monday May 27, 2019 12:30pm - 1:00pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Süssefüsse International Folk Dance Troupe

Genre World/International - Music/Dance

1:00pm PDT

Katha Kunj

Classical Kathak Dance

Artist

Katha Kunj

Classical Kathak Dance. I have participated in the NWFL Festival a few times before as a team member of another dance group. This year I am excited to present my students at Katha Kunj to give them a memorable experience and a wonderful exposure. The students will showcase a few... Read More →

Monday May 27, 2019 1:00pm - 1:45pm PDT
Open-Air Dance Stage 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Katha Kunj

Genre Southeast/East Asia - Music/Dance

1:15pm PDT

Motley Feet International Step Dance Showcase

Hot Tunes, Cool Feet!

Artist

Motley Feet International Step Dance Showcase

We are a group of international step dancers performing to live traditional music. Our styles include Sean-nós (old-style Irish), Cape Breton, Québécois, Appalachian Flatfooting, and American Tap Dance.

Monday May 27, 2019 1:15pm - 1:45pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Motley Feet International Step Dance Showcase

Genre British Isles/Ireland - Music/Dance

2:00pm PDT

Seattle Junior Tamburitzans

Croatian Music Dance Group

Artist

Seattle Junior Tamburitzans

The Seattle Jr. Tamburitzans were founded in September 1970 on inspiration received at the Croatian Fraternal Union's 4th Annual Jr. Tamburitza Festival. The seed was sewn when 11 Seattle youngsters and their parents attending the concurrent Festival and CFU Jr. Convention liked what... Read More →

Monday May 27, 2019 2:00pm - 2:30pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Seattle Junior Tamburitzans

Genre Children’s Programs - Music/Dance
Program Cultural Focus Showcase, Kids Programming

2:00pm PDT

In Folkmotion Cloggers

Family Cloggers

Artist

In Folkmotion Cloggers

All dancers are clogging students from Shoreline Spartan Recreation Center in Shoreline. Clogging classes are family oriented and we encourage all members of a family to participate from age 9 years on upward. Some of our dancers are fairly new students while others have been dancing... Read More →

Monday May 27, 2019 2:00pm - 2:45pm PDT
Open-Air Dance Stage 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, In Folkmotion Cloggers

Genre Traditional American Dance

2:00pm PDT

Ana Montes and Flamenco Danzarte Children Dancers

Spanish Flamenco Dance for Kids

Artist

Ana Montes

Ana Montes started dancing at 5 years old with classical ballet and later found her calling with Flamenco dance. She lived studied and performed professionally in Spain in Madrid and Sevilla studying with some of the most famous dancers and teachers in the flamenco world. She toured... Read More →

Monday May 27, 2019 2:00pm - 2:50pm PDT
Discovery Zone Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Ana Montes and Flamenco Danzarte Children Dancers

Genre Western Europe - Music/Dance
Program Cultural Focus Showcase, Kids Programming

2:00pm PDT

206 Zulu presents Break Wars: Battle for Folklife

Presented by 206 Zulu & Art of Movement with DJs Fever One and Ace Chico, Dancers from around the region will in compete in head-to-head battles for the champion title.

Artist

206 Zulu

Monday May 27, 2019 2:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Mural Amphitheatre: Presented by Seattle Cancer Care Alliance 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, 206 Zulu

Genre Hip Hop - Music/Dance
Program Cultural Focus Showcase

2:45pm PDT

Nrityalaya Dance

Just Dance!

Artist

Nrityalaya Dance

Nrityalaya Dance offers ‘LASYA – Classical Indian dance’ – a combination of rhythmic steps and expressions. Nrityalaya dance will be performing the ancient classical art form Bharatanatyam which is a combination of pure dance and expressions to narrate stories. This art is... Read More →

Monday May 27, 2019 2:45pm - 3:15pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Nrityalaya Dance

Genre South Asian - Music/Dance

3:30pm PDT

Rowan Fae Irish Dance

Traditional/Modern Irish Dance

Artist

Rowan Fae Irish Dance

We are a small, collaborative Irish Dance based in Renton with dancers from all over King County. We dance a mix of traditional and modern Irish Dance pieces and enjoy to dance at shows, festivals, and retirement homes around the area.

Monday May 27, 2019 3:30pm - 4:00pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Rowan Fae Irish Dance

Genre scheduled

4:00pm PDT

Bahia In Motion

Encontro das Aguas

Artist

Bahia In Motion

Bahia In Motion offers Brazilian Dance and Capoeira classes in Seattle, yearly tours to Bahia, Brazil, and collaborates with local schools and organizations to offer workshops and events. Bahia In Motion's work is rooted in their firm belief of the importance of a balanced body mind... Read More →

Monday May 27, 2019 4:00pm - 6:00pm PDT
Bagley Wright Theatre 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, The Global Village in Dance

Genre World/International - Music/Dance

4:00pm PDT

KAREN SHELTON HIGHLAND DANCERS

SCOTTISH HIGHLAND DANCE PERFORMANCE

Artist

Karen Shelton Highland Dancers

KAREN SHELTON-JOHNSON HAS BEEN TEACHING HIGHLAND DANCING FOR OVER 40 YEARS IN HER HOME STUDIO IN SHORELINE, WA.AN ADJUDICATOR WITH THE "SCOTTISH OFFICIAL BOARD OF HIGHLAND DANCING", HAS GIVEN HER THE OPPORTUNITY TO JUDGE DANCERS THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES, CANADA, AND AT THE WORLD... Read More →

Monday May 27, 2019 4:00pm - 6:00pm PDT
Bagley Wright Theatre 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, The Global Village in Dance

Genre scheduled

4:00pm PDT

Melody Institute

Chinese Dance

Artist

Melody Institute

Melody Institute offers Chinese dance & language classes in the Seattle area to students of all ages. Melody Dance Group made up of students in the dance classes has been performing Chinese folk traditional modern & ethnic dances around the Pacific Northwest over two decades. We have... Read More →

Monday May 27, 2019 4:00pm - 6:00pm PDT
Bagley Wright Theatre 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, The Global Village in Dance

Genre Southeast/East Asia - Music/Dance

4:00pm PDT

Tricia Diamond's Mapouka & Baikoko African Dance Troupe

Mapouka African Dance

Artist

Tricia Diamond's Mapouka & Baikoko African Dance Troupe

Tricia Diamond has danced AfroBeats Mapouka and New Orleans Bounce for years and brought together this team of dancers are descendants of the African diaspora in Seattle and study mapouka and baikoko with Tricia. Tricia is an African dancer specializing in rarely performed forms of... Read More →

Monday May 27, 2019 4:00pm - 6:00pm PDT
Bagley Wright Theatre 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, The Global Village in Dance

Genre Africa - Music/Dance

5:00pm PDT

Ana Montes and Flamenco Danzarte

Flamenco Dance and Percussion

Artist

Ana Montes

Monday May 27, 2019 5:00pm - 5:30pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Ana Montes and Flamenco Danzarte

Genre Western Europe - Music/Dance

5:00pm PDT

Neha Venkatesh

Bharatanatyam from the Heart

Artist

Neha Venkatesh

A high school freshman, Neha has been passionate about Bharathanatyam from a very young age. She started training with Vidyalakshmi Vinod (Nrityalaya school of Dance) at the age of 5 and recently completed her graduation performance. Over the last couple years, Neha has choreographed... Read More →

Monday May 27, 2019 5:00pm - 5:45pm PDT
Open-Air Dance Stage 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Neha Venkatesh

Genre Southeast/East Asia - Music/Dance

5:45pm PDT

Zaphara's Middle Eastern Dancers

Modern Cabaret Bellydance

Artist

Zaphara's Middle Eastern Dancers

Monday May 27, 2019 5:45pm - 6:15pm PDT
Exhibition Hall - International Dance Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Zaphara's Middle Eastern Dancers

Genre Greater Middle East/North Africa - Music/Dance

6:00pm PDT

Mi Esencia

Performing Salsa & Bachata

Artist

Mi Esencia

Performing Salsa & Bachata

Monday May 27, 2019 6:00pm - 6:20pm PDT
Armory Court Stage 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Salsa Dance

Genre Latin America - Music/Dance

6:00pm PDT

Malakat Al Raqs – Queens of Dance

Arabic Middle Eastern and Arabic Belly Dance

Artist

Hitomi

My name is Hitomi (he_toe_me), a Nalini’s student dancer from Redmond, WA I perform at Hafla, showcase, place many at belly dance competition as non-pro soloist, also a troupe member. I would love to share my joy of dance at Folklife Festival 2019. I have had opportunities to... Read More →

Monday May 27, 2019 6:00pm - 6:45pm PDT
Open-Air Dance Stage 155 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109

Dance Performance, Hitomi

Genre Greater Middle East/North Africa - Music/Dance