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Vástádus eana/ The answer is land

Sunday, Feb. 18, 2024
7:00pm to 9:00pm

Westbury Theatre
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Organized by: Mile Zero Dance
Feb.
18

Community and kinship between people, with nature and with the earth we all share, are the main themes of Vástádus eana/ The answer is land. The choreography is inspired by demonstrations, Sami spiritual practices and formation dance.Written specially for the performance by composer and professor of yoik, Frode Fjellheim, the polyphonic yoik works as a supportive pillar throughout the work. Fjellheim showcases the breadth of yoik and a new way of working with polyphonic yoik.

Created by Elle Sofe Sara Co.

Co-Produced by Mile Zero Dance and Fringe Theatre

Community and kinship between people, with nature and with the earth we all share, are the main themes of Vástádus eana/ The answer is land. The choreography is inspired by demonstrations, Sami spiritual practices and formation dance. Written specially for the performance by composer and professor of yoik, Frode Fjellheim, the polyphonic yoik works as a supportive pillar throughout the work. Fjellheim showcases the breadth of yoik and a new way of working with polyphonic yoik.

Performance begins at 7:30PM.


Westbury Theatre

10330 84 Avenue NW
Edmonton, AB, T6E 2G9

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