June 25, 2022 3:30 PM
Africa and Middle East Village
In this workshop, Nii Ardey will bring kpanlogo drums and djembes to teach rhythm and technique. He will also teach the five hand techniques for playing the drum. Nii Ardey will talk about his childhood in Accra, and how he became a dancer and drummer.
June 26, 2022 2:15 PM
Africa and Middle East Village
Uhuru, meaning ‘free’ or ‘freedom’, was formed in 2019 to give voice to Salem's refugee youth, many of whom were in choirs during their years in refugee camps. Come and be inspired by the powerful voices of these incredible young people.
June 26, 2022 3:30 PM
Africa and Middle East Village
The gele is an African head wrap or head tie that has its roots in the Yoruba Tribe in the western African country of Nigeria. African women wear the gele as a sign of cultural reverence and respect at African events. Demonstrated by local business owner, Ola Elkanah, a native of Nigeria.
June 26, 2022 4:00 PM
Africa and Middle East Village
Born in Sierra Leone and with a Sudanese father, Fatima has always been fascinated by the culture and dance of the Middle East and Africa, and is well-versed in various folkloric styles. She returns from frequent travels to Egypt with the latest fashions for Fatima’s Bazaar as well as the latest on the dance scene.
June 26, 2022 4:45 PM
Africa and Middle East Village
The parade originates at the African Village and proceeds through the festival grounds to the Amphitheater, where represented countries and their flags are introduced. Wear the national dress of your birth, your forefathers’ land or your adopted country, and join us for this colorful and upbeat parade that embodies the spirit of the festival!
June 25, 2022 1:30 PM
Africa and Middle East Village
Nii Ardey Allotey, a native of Ghana, began studying traditional dance and drumming at the tender age of 3. He has performed all over the world, from Russia to Japan. Ekome will perform some traditional dances and kpanlogo drumming, will explain the meaning of the songs and dances, and invite the audience to participate and have fun!
June 25, 2022 11:15 AM
Africa and Middle East Village
West African Cultural Arts Institute is a 501c3 nonprofit cultural arts organization based out of Eugene, Oregon. WACAI’s mission is to share the joy and passion of Guinean culture through vibrant educational programs focusing on music and dance, advocating for authentic source artists from Guinea and creating charitable projects in Guinea that promote artistic, emotional, and physical health. WACAI’s programs include performances and community outreach events, school residencies and assemblies, and community drum and dance classes. Please check out WACAI at WestAfricanCulturalArts.org and follow on Facebook at West African Cultural Arts Institute and at WACAIOregon on Instagram.
June 25, 2022 3:30 PM
Africa and Middle East Village
Performance
June 25, 2022 5:45 PM
Africa and Middle East Village
Dances from the Middle East and Africa.
June 25, 2022 7:00 PM
Americas
Son Afro-Mestizo from Southern Veracruz and other regions of Mexico is played on traditional stringed instruments and the dancer's 'tarima'. Irresistible polyrhythms and syncopations to get folks up and dancing!
June 26, 2022 3:30 PM
Americas Village
The traditional Danza de Los Viejitos, or “dance of the little old men,” has its origins in Pre-Columbian Purepecha culture. The Purepecha Empire was located in Michoacan and rivaled that of the Aztecs (fun fact: the Purepecha were never conquered by their foes, the Aztecs, and defeated them in battle in the late 1400s.) The dance was created as a ritual to honor the god of fire. The four men represent the four directions of the Universe, North, South, East and West, and the four elements: earth, fire, air, and water.
June 25, 2022 4:45 PM
Americas Village
The Dance represents the eternal search for cosmic harmony and integration, both body and spirit, and all the chants of Aztec Dance ritual refer to this essential process. The Aztec Dance has been referred to as a form of prayer and a total way of life and communication.
June 26, 2022 12:30 PM
Americas Village
Hip Hop
June 25, 2022 2:30 PM
Americas Village
Huehca Omeyocan is a group dedicated to promoting cultural practices of the Mesoamerican people primarily focused on Prehispanic (Aztec Chichimeca) dance, music, and art culture education. Our goal is helping people claim their identity (native identity) and history, by learning the history of our ancestors which is ultimately our own history.
June 25, 2022 10:30 AM
Americas Village
Traditional Native American dances.
June 26, 2022 1:15 PM
Americas Village
Traditional Native American dances.
June 26, 2022 11:00 AM
Americas Village
Children and teens dancing Mexican folk dances.
June 26, 2022 5:30 PM
Americas Village
Native American percussion.
June 24, 2022 8:45 PM
Amphitheater
Fire is an important part of Polynesian culture, both in in mythology and dance. Paradise of Samoa takes you on a journey through Polynesia using fire and music in an exciting and colorful show.
June 24, 2022 5:45 PM
Amphitheater
Chervona is a multi-ethnic, Russian and Eastern European-inspired band from Portland, Oregon, that formed in 2006. They have become known for their old world-inspired music and their highly energetic live shows.
June 25, 2022 9:45 PM
Amphitheater
Egyptian Shamadan Dance, Tiki Torches, Lights, followed by a Fire Dance performance.
June 26, 2022 3:30 PM
Amphitheater
Sakumuna means "to bless" in Kikongo - a language spoken in several countries in central Africa. The band was formed by a group of friends with diverse cultural backgrounds and who perform a variety of traditional and modern African music as well as Caribbean and Gospel. They sing in several languages including French, Swahili, Kikongo and English. Sakumuna’s mission is to bless hearts and lives through traditional and modern music with songs mostly inspired by personal life experiences, sharing a spiritual message of peace, harmony, joy and love for their audience.
June 24, 2022 6:45 PM
Amphitheater
This is a fusion of two groups. Casa de la Cultura Tlanese and INDUS.
June 24, 2022 7:30 PM
Amphitheater
One-of-a-kind Bollywood showman, Prashant, sings, dances and DJ’s simultaneously with a simple agenda: to make people dance all night long. This charismatic performer instantly strikes a chord with audiences of all ages & nationalities. The interactive dance lessons cleverly disguised in his DJ set compel everybody to rock the dance floor, transforming any dance party into a full-fledged Bollywood musical within minutes. Additionally, Prashant has been teaching dance for over 9 years now, and his Portland-based semiprofessional dance troupe is as diverse as it gets, united by their love for all things Bollywood.
June 25, 2022 10:30 AM
Amphitheater
Founded in 1985 by director and folk dance enthusiast Heidi Vorst, Süssefüsse (Sweetfeet) is a youth performing dance troupe. The dancers range in age from 8 - 18. The celebration of global cultures is brought to life through the international folk dances presented and the beautiful traditonal costumes the dancers wear. In Süssefüsse one may enjoy a presentation by the dancers in costumes from Croatia, Macedonia, Korea, China, Zimbabwe, Mexico, Russia, Ukraine, etc., holding hands in a circle dance from Israel, a line dance from Portugal, an Obon dance from Japan or a singing game from Estonia.
June 25, 2022 11:15 AM
Amphitheater
The Willamette Valley Pipes and Drums is a non-profit organization with a three-fold mission: to serve our community by providing entertainment through Scottish music, to develop the musical abilities of our members, and to enjoy the friendship that we share because of our love of pipe and drum music.
June 25, 2022 11:45 AM
Amphitheater
The Dance represents the eternal search for cosmic harmony and integration, both body and spirit, and all the chants of Aztec Dance ritual refer to this essential process. The Aztec Dance has been referred to as a form of prayer and a total way of life and communication.
June 25, 2022 2:25 PM
Amphitheater
This is a fusion of two groups: Casa de la Cultura Tlanese and INDUS.
June 25, 2022 4:09 PM
Amphitheater
Jan Michael Looking Wolf, Native American Flute "Flute Dance" A journey of beautiful, melodic and uplifting music with Global Music Awards Lifetime Achievement Award Winner and nationally renowned Native American recording artist Jan Michael Looking Wolf and special guests.
June 25, 2022 5:15 PM
Amphitheater
A non-profit group, Tlanese was established in 2004 to share Mexican culture through dance and to keep traditions alive in the hearts of youth. It has grown and is officially known as Casa de la Cultural Tlanese. The group specializes in traditional dances from different states of Mexico such as Oaxaca, Veracruz, Sinaloa and Jalisco. ¡Viva México!
June 25, 2022 6:45 PM
Amphitheater
PACHANGA brings a collection of tunes and rhythms from different regions of Latin-American and Caribbean islands and is a presentation of the Afro-Latin sounds and influences that have originated our varied music.
June 25, 2022 10:00 PM
Amphitheater
Fire is an important part of Polynesian culture, both in in mythology and dance. Paradise of Samoa takes you on a journey through Polynesia using fire and music in an exciting and colorful show.
June 26, 2022 11:20 AM
Amphitheater
My name is Lolys Espinoza, I am a Zumba instructor and have been an instructor for seven years. I teach Zumba five days a week from 7pm to 8 pm at 3395 River Rd. North, Keizer, OR 97303. My group is very important to me, they have supported me a lot, my doors are open to all those who want to come and have a good time and not be stressed. I am very passionate about what I do, so let’s get ready to Dance!!
June 26, 2022 12:00 PM
Amphitheater
The traditional Danza de Los Viejitos, or “dance of the little old men,” has its origins in Pre-Columbian Purepecha culture. The Purepecha Empire was located in Michoacan and rivaled that of the Aztecs (fun fact: the Purepecha were never conquered by their foes, the Aztecs, and defeated them in battle in the late 1400s.) The dance was created as a ritual to honor the god of fire. The four men represent the four directions of the Universe, North, South, East and West, and the four elements: earth, fire, air, and water.
June 26, 2022 1:00 PM
Amphitheater
Sin Documentos is a Rock band of musicians who call the Willamette Valley home. The band has performed in festivals and several establishments along the Willamette Valley since 2018.
June 26, 2022 2:15 PM
Amphitheater
Casino was developed in Havana, Cuba in the early 1950s. Casino traces its origin as a partner dance from Cuban Urban Son and Cuban Cha Cha Cha, while very similar to Salsa it is its own dance. Today, Casino De Rueda (Casino Wheel) as a group dance that is danced all over the world including Salem, OR. Our local group is Salem Rueda De Casino.
June 26, 2022 5:15 PM
Amphitheater
Katteye is an accomplished, well-known, Jamaican reggae artist who now resides in Portland, Oregon and performs with the backdrop of Roots Revolution. Sharing live, authentic reggae in the form of Roots and Culture that is guaranteed to keep you dancing while reflecting on your cultural heritage is what we are all about. We have performed at many occasions ranging from large reggae festivals to small intimate weddings. Regardless of the event we love sharing the joy that reggae brings as we firmly believe that REGGAE MUSIC IS LIFE!
June 26, 2022 1:15 PM
Amphitheater
Haitian Drumming & Dance Workshop
June 26, 2022 12:00 PM
Asia Pacific East
Rhythm Dance Academy
June 25, 2022 11:15 AM
Asia Pacific East
Come and catch the action! You can even participate because EVERYONE can do Karate!
June 26, 2022 2:00 PM
Asia Pacific East
Portland’s Kalabharathi School Founder and Director Sivagami Vanka and her talented students share their passion for the classical dance form of South India. Kalabharathi promotes the values of Indian culture, preserves an ancient art form, and forges links among Indian, US and other cultures.
June 25, 2022 6:30 PM
Asia Pacific East
This non-profit group based in Keizer is comprised of thirty-five members and performs numerous Pacific Islands' dances from Hawaii, Samoa, Tahiti, and New Zealand. Their costumes are authentic and hand-made, and their show takes you on a very colorful dance tour of the Pacific!
June 25, 2022 4:30 PM
Asia Pacific East
Indonesian Performing Arts of Oregon (IPAO) is an Portland-based Indonesian dance troupe and cultural non-profit organization established officially in 2011. With the motto “Preserve – Share – Celebrate” IPAO has been active in promoting Indonesian cultures through the art of dance performances throughout Southwest Washington and Oregon. IPAO is proud to share and celebrate the richness of Indonesian culture and diversity in various cultural events.
June 26, 2022 4:00 PM
Asia Pacific East
Indian folk and tribal dances are performed for every possible occasion - to celebrate the arrival of seasons, birth of a child, a wedding or festivals. Men, women and children perform some dances exclusively, while in some performances men and women dance together.
June 25, 2022 12:30 PM
Asia Pacific East
Bollywood dance originated in Indian films and is a synthesis of formal and folk Indian traditional music and dance, with Middle Eastern techniques and Western influences. It has evolved as a unique, joyful and energetic style. Dances are performed by Miz LaFontaine and the Sundari Dance Group of Salem.
June 26, 2022 1:00 PM
Asia Pacific West
Dance and music play a very important role in Bhutanese culture. A tradition of dance that hallmarks the passing of seasons and communal occasions can be found in every village and community. These dances have played a significant role in uniting the people. Since these dances are held for the public, non-monastic people can come to share in and understand the history of the country. The masked dances are usually performed during Tshechu (spiritual festivals).
June 26, 2022 11:30 AM
Asia Pacific West
This lively and engaging dance group is composed of Cebuano speaking friends and family. They have been representing the Philippines at the World Beat Festival since the festival started. They also perform in numerous multicultural programs in Oregon and Washington. This group focuses on traditional Philippine folk dances, indigenous tribal dances, Filipino festival dances, and music. Its mission is to teach the youth the dances to keep our tradition alive.
June 26, 2022 3:00 PM
Asia Pacific West
The Chinese Golden Willow Dance Team was formed by a group of local Chinese women in August, 2018. They strive to share Chinese culture through traditional Chinese dances and music with the community.
June 25, 2022 3:30 PM
Asia Pacific West
Gamelan is the traditional percussion orchestra of Indonesia. Gamelan Sari Pandhawa plays the music of central Java, a region of the most populous island in the Indonesian archipelago. Music is played on sets of tuned chimes, gongs, xylophones and drums.
June 25, 2022 11:45 AM
Asia Pacific West
The Yosakoi Oregon is a team of four Japanese women in Portland area. We practice Yosakoi dance for our health and pleasure. We also want to introduce Yosakoi to people in Oregon. Yosakoi is a unique style of dance that originated in Japan and that is performed at festivals and events all over the country. The first Yosakoi festival was held in 1954 in Kōchi, Japan, on the island of Shikoku. Yosakoi-style dancing has spread throughout much of Japan. The style of dance is highly energetic, combining traditional Japanese dance movements with modern music. The Yosakoi Oregon will also invite the Taiko team (traditional Japanese drumming) to corroborate and perform together for World Beat Festival.
June 25, 2022 1:45 PM
Asia Pacific West
Under the direction of Leilani Beymer and her alaka’i (assistant) sister Pearl Barido-Perkins & Kealakai Kapuniai-Ryan we opened this hula school in 2014. We are based in Eugene and offer classes in the Albany/Salem area and Sherwood. “Hele ‘ia ka ‘aina, ‘au’ai ‘ia ke kai, a hula pu kaua, ‘oiai lili kaua i ke aloha” (Together we walk the land, swim the ocean, and dance the hula…….together we share our aloha). We strive to perpetuate the Hawaiian culture through olelo (language), mele (song), hula (dance), oli (prayer) & history.
June 25, 2022 7:15 PM
Asia Pacific West
Aseem and Preeti are popular singers from Portland, Oregon and enjoy singing together. They fuel each other’s musical passions, wish to share and spread their musical joy around. Aseem Agarwal is an accomplished singer, composer and musician from Portland, originally from Ahmedabad, India. He is trained in Hindustani classical as well as western style of singing and has performed in several stage shows and fb live shows. Preeti Rao is an accomplished singer from Portland, originally from Mysore, India. She has performed live in several stage shows, and fb live shows in Hindi and Kannada languages. In the past, she has been a Sugam Sangeetha performing artist on the All India Radio, Mysore. Aseem & Preeti have launched many initiatives together in Portland, including Abagama-music masti, Abagama-desi mic nights, -desi art nights, -singer of the month. These initiatives encourage singers/artists, provide them an open platform and help them in their singing journey (Fb.com/AbaGaMaofficial) Aseem and Preeti do weekly FB live shows and can be found on Facebook (facebook.com/aseempreetilive) and Insta @aseempreeti
June 25, 2022 5:30 PM
Asia Pacific West
Prashanthi Harathi is the Founder and Artistic Director of Abhinaya Dance Academy. She has been teaching Kuchipudi, an Indian Classical Dance form, in Portland, Oregon for many years. Prashanthi and her students have been performing Kuchipudi dance performances for many organizations and fundraisers in the Greater Portland Area, in other states of the U.S, and in different states in India. She is a Director of Adi Parashakthi & Sai Temple, Portland, Oregon; the founder of ACCESS International, a non-profit organization; and the Joint Secretary of National Federation of Indian American Associations (NFIA).
June 25, 2022 10:45 AM
Cultural Center
Nana Goto Bellerud has been studying the Sogetsu School of Ikebana for 14 years and continues to be inspired and have new insights from its teachings. Nana demonstrates and exhibits ikebana at a wide range of venues including the Portland Art Museum and Portland Japanese Garden. Through her demonstrations she seeks to introduce others to the art of ikebana and to intrigue and inspire them. Beyond simply producing a beautiful work of art with flowers and natural objects, she shows her audience how ikebana explores artistic concepts such as balance, contrast, and negative space.
June 25, 2022 3:15 PM
Cultural Center
Powered by funky beats and positive vibes, Global Heat stirs up a fresh mix of Soul/R&B music that has been called “the best of the Hip Hop, Jazz, R&B, and World Beat styles” [KLEW TV, Lewiston ID]. Global Heat‘s “For a Lifetime” video won the People’s Choice Award at the 2017 Bellingham Music Film Festival. In 2015, Global Heat provided the music for TRIBE-olution’s dance show “Parallels in Motion - Cross-Cultural Connections in Dance” at Lake Tahoe’s Montbleu Theatre. In 2011, the band topped ~50 others to win the Jammin’ Challenge produced by Seattle Wave Radio & Hard Rock Cafe. Enjoy original Global Heat songs and cover tunes from artists like Black-eyed Peas, Dua Lipa, Chaka Khan, Sly & the Family Stone, Black Pumas, James Brown, and Earth, Wind & Fire. And expect the unexpected when the band creates a song on the spot from just three words contributed by audience members. B-boys from Fraggle Rock Crew will join Global Heat for this special show.
June 25, 2022 1:45 PM
Cultural Center
Jan Michael Looking Wolf, Native American Flute "Flute Dance" A journey of beautiful, melodic and uplifting music with Global Music Awards Lifetime Achievement Award Winner and nationally renowned Native American recording artist Jan Michael Looking Wolf and special guests.
June 26, 2022 2:00 PM
Cultural Center
Polynesian Samoan Author Book Reading
June 26, 2022 12:30 PM
Cultural Center
Presentation on Deaf Culture and American Sign Language.
June 26, 2022 11:09 AM
Cultural Center
Sharing the beauty of our African culture with you all. This event explores diversity among Africans. We express African through story telling, drums, traditional music, etc .
June 25, 2022 12:15 PM
Cultural Center
Special Topics Lecture
June 25, 2022 3:45 PM
Stepping Stage
Pronounced "Kay-lee" of the Valley, this non-profit is dedicated to promoting and perpetuating Irish culture in the Willamette Valley. Members and friends perform traditional Irish and Scottish social dances to live music, along with some original dances. Audience participation is anticipated.
June 25, 2022 5:45 PM
Stepping Stage
For hundreds of years, Morris Dancers have celebrated the seasons in the Cotswold region of England with music, dance, songs and plays. Decked out in ribbons and bells, they perform athletic dances with handkerchiefs and sticks to encourage good fortune and fertility for the coming season. The Bridgetown Morris Men keep this age-old tradition alive in Portland.
June 25, 2022 4:45 PM
Stepping Stage
For hundreds of years, Morris Dancers have celebrated the seasons in the Cotswold region of England with music, dance, songs and plays. Decked out in ribbons and bells, they perform athletic dances with handkerchiefs and sticks to encourage good fortune and fertility for the coming season. The Bridgetown Morris Men keep this age-old tradition alive in Portland.
June 26, 2022 11:00 AM
Stepping Stage
Travel the world with the mystical sounds of Sherry and her golden flute. As a registered nurse, Sherry served with the American Red Cross during national disasters. She has also volunteered on international medical missions. Her unique improvisational style reflects serenity through sound.
June 25, 2022 2:45 PM
Stepping Stage
A non-profit group, Tlanese was established in 2004 to share Mexican culture through dance and to keep traditions alive in the hearts of youth. It has grown and is officially known as Casa de la Cultural Tlanese. The group specializes in traditional dances from different states of Mexico such as Oaxaca, Veracruz, Sinaloa and Jalisco. ¡Viva México!
June 25, 2022 11:45 AM
Stepping Stage
The Salem International Folk Dancers have been meeting since at least the 1940s. It is a recreational group that meets weekly on Wednesday evenings from 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm at Salem Ballet Academy at 1795 Broadway. Our costumes are improvised. We welcome all dancers and offer sets of classes. We charge $3.00 per night and first time is free.
June 26, 2022 11:45 AM
Stepping Stage
Clogging is an American folk dance with roots in traditional European dancing, early African-American dance, and traditional Cherokee dance. The dancer’s footwear is used to create audible percussive rhythms. Clogging was a social dance in the Appalachian Mountains as early as the 1700s. Established in 1989, the Cherry City Cloggers is one of the largest clogging clubs in the Northwest.
June 25, 2022 6:45 PM
Stepping Stage
Elena began her flamenco training in Santa Cruz, California in 1991 after being inspired by live flamenco performances in France and Spain as an exchange student in the late 1980s. Her first teachers, La Linda, Ladisla, and Andrea “la Canela” gave her a strong foundation in traditional flamenco technique and choreography, as well as providing excellent mentorship through performance opportunities with live music and cante (flamenco song). Elena has gone on to study with some of the great international artists of today, including Jose Galván, Teo Morca, Belen Maya, La Tania, Jesús Carmona, and many others.
June 26, 2022 1:00 PM
Stepping Stage
Klezmer is the exuberant music from the Jewish villages of Eastern Europe. Drawing on diverse roots, from ancient Hebrew melodies to fiery Hungarian dances, klezmer musicians of yesteryear traveled from village to village playing for weddings and holiday festivities. Building on the klezmer tradition, the Klezmonauts add influences from their own backgrounds in jazz, bluegrass, Indian, African, and classical music. Add a healthy dose of spirited improvisation, and the resulting sound is intricate and exhilarating, a joy to listen or dance to.
June 26, 2022 2:15 PM
Stepping Stage
Masumi Timson is a performer and instructor of the Koto – a Japanese traditional instrument. She holds a Master’s Degree in Music with a specialization in the Koto from Seiha Conservatory of Japanese Traditional Music in Japan. She enjoys collaborating with various western musical instruments to explore a wide range of genres from jazz, tango, to western classical compositions. Masumi has participated in various recordings of Pink Martini, and has performed with the band at various venues around the world. She has also released her own CDs, “Picture Dreams” (Koto/Violin Duo), “Pacific Bridge” and “Confluence” (collaboration albums with a traditional African instrument Mbira). Masumi also teaches Japanese language and culture at Chemeketa Community College.
June 25, 2022 12:45 PM
Stepping Stage
“Let us take you a fantastic journey around Latin America…International Ballroom style. Tanie Hotan Dance, LLC and Oregon Dancesport deliver a stunning 45 minute Ballroom dance show, “World of Latin Dance” . Each dance piece is carefully crafted with costume change, music from around the world, and lots of humor to go around. Come and join us on Saturday, June 25, at 12:45pm, at the Stepping Stage, part of the World Beat Festival in Salem’s Riverfront Park!”
June 25, 2022 10:45 AM
Stepping Stage
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Demonstration. Grappling is the oldest form of combat. It's in everyone's culture.
June 25, 2022 1:45 PM
Stepping Stage
Hana Wa Saku, Flowers Will Bloom, and 天地開關, Tenchikaibyaku, the Connection of Heaven with Earth.
June 26, 2022 5:30 PM
Stepping Stage
Theatrical Performance. Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia’s elegant new show, based on Marcus Pfister’s beloved story, introduces the most beautiful fish in the sea, whose scales shimmer in all the colors of the rainbow. He is admired – and resented – by the entire underwater world, until a clever octopus advises him to give each fish one of his scales. Further adventures follow as The Rainbow Fish finds the courage to explore the great unknown deep sea, discovering a new world with wonderful sights and friendly creatures of all shapes, sizes, and colors who are eager to make his acquaintance.
June 25, 2022 8:15 PM
amphitheater
Powered by funky beats and positive vibes, Global Heat stirs up a fresh mix of Soul/R&B music that has been called “the best of the Hip Hop, Jazz, R&B, and World Beat styles” [KLEW TV, Lewiston ID]. Global Heat‘s “For a Lifetime” video won the People’s Choice Award at the 2017 Bellingham Music Film Festival. In 2015, Global Heat provided the music for TRIBE-olution’s dance show “Parallels in Motion - Cross-Cultural Connections in Dance” at Lake Tahoe’s Montbleu Theatre. In 2011, the band topped ~50 others to win the Jammin’ Challenge produced by Seattle Wave Radio & Hard Rock Cafe. Enjoy original Global Heat songs and cover tunes from artists like Black-eyed Peas, Dua Lipa, Chaka Khan, Sly & the Family Stone, Black Pumas, James Brown, and Earth, Wind & Fire. And expect the unexpected when the band creates a song on the spot from just three words contributed by audience members. B-boys from Fraggle Rock Crew will join Global Heat for this special show.
June 24, 2022 5:45 PM
Amphitheater
Chervona is a multi-ethnic, Russian and Eastern European-inspired band from Portland, Oregon, that formed in 2006. They have become known for their old world-inspired music and their highly energetic live shows.
June 24, 2022 6:45 PM
Amphitheater
This is a fusion of two groups. Casa de la Cultura Tlanese and INDUS.
June 24, 2022 7:30 PM
Amphitheater
One-of-a-kind Bollywood showman, Prashant, sings, dances and DJ’s simultaneously with a simple agenda: to make people dance all night long. This charismatic performer instantly strikes a chord with audiences of all ages & nationalities. The interactive dance lessons cleverly disguised in his DJ set compel everybody to rock the dance floor, transforming any dance party into a full-fledged Bollywood musical within minutes. Additionally, Prashant has been teaching dance for over 9 years now, and his Portland-based semiprofessional dance troupe is as diverse as it gets, united by their love for all things Bollywood.
June 24, 2022 8:45 PM
Amphitheater
Fire is an important part of Polynesian culture, both in in mythology and dance. Paradise of Samoa takes you on a journey through Polynesia using fire and music in an exciting and colorful show.
June 25, 2022 10:30 AM
Amphitheater
Founded in 1985 by director and folk dance enthusiast Heidi Vorst, Süssefüsse (Sweetfeet) is a youth performing dance troupe. The dancers range in age from 8 - 18. The celebration of global cultures is brought to life through the international folk dances presented and the beautiful traditonal costumes the dancers wear. In Süssefüsse one may enjoy a presentation by the dancers in costumes from Croatia, Macedonia, Korea, China, Zimbabwe, Mexico, Russia, Ukraine, etc., holding hands in a circle dance from Israel, a line dance from Portugal, an Obon dance from Japan or a singing game from Estonia.
June 25, 2022 10:30 AM
Americas Village
Traditional Native American dances.
June 25, 2022 10:45 AM
Cultural Center
Nana Goto Bellerud has been studying the Sogetsu School of Ikebana for 14 years and continues to be inspired and have new insights from its teachings. Nana demonstrates and exhibits ikebana at a wide range of venues including the Portland Art Museum and Portland Japanese Garden. Through her demonstrations she seeks to introduce others to the art of ikebana and to intrigue and inspire them. Beyond simply producing a beautiful work of art with flowers and natural objects, she shows her audience how ikebana explores artistic concepts such as balance, contrast, and negative space.
June 25, 2022 10:45 AM
Stepping Stage
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Demonstration. Grappling is the oldest form of combat. It's in everyone's culture.
June 25, 2022 11:15 AM
Asia Pacific East
Come and catch the action! You can even participate because EVERYONE can do Karate!
June 25, 2022 11:15 AM
Amphitheater
The Willamette Valley Pipes and Drums is a non-profit organization with a three-fold mission: to serve our community by providing entertainment through Scottish music, to develop the musical abilities of our members, and to enjoy the friendship that we share because of our love of pipe and drum music.
June 25, 2022 11:15 AM
Africa and Middle East Village
West African Cultural Arts Institute is a 501c3 nonprofit cultural arts organization based out of Eugene, Oregon. WACAI’s mission is to share the joy and passion of Guinean culture through vibrant educational programs focusing on music and dance, advocating for authentic source artists from Guinea and creating charitable projects in Guinea that promote artistic, emotional, and physical health. WACAI’s programs include performances and community outreach events, school residencies and assemblies, and community drum and dance classes. Please check out WACAI at WestAfricanCulturalArts.org and follow on Facebook at West African Cultural Arts Institute and at WACAIOregon on Instagram.
June 25, 2022 11:45 AM
Stepping Stage
The Salem International Folk Dancers have been meeting since at least the 1940s. It is a recreational group that meets weekly on Wednesday evenings from 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm at Salem Ballet Academy at 1795 Broadway. Our costumes are improvised. We welcome all dancers and offer sets of classes. We charge $3.00 per night and first time is free.
June 25, 2022 11:45 AM
Amphitheater
The Dance represents the eternal search for cosmic harmony and integration, both body and spirit, and all the chants of Aztec Dance ritual refer to this essential process. The Aztec Dance has been referred to as a form of prayer and a total way of life and communication.
June 25, 2022 11:45 AM
Asia Pacific West
The Yosakoi Oregon is a team of four Japanese women in Portland area. We practice Yosakoi dance for our health and pleasure. We also want to introduce Yosakoi to people in Oregon. Yosakoi is a unique style of dance that originated in Japan and that is performed at festivals and events all over the country. The first Yosakoi festival was held in 1954 in Kōchi, Japan, on the island of Shikoku. Yosakoi-style dancing has spread throughout much of Japan. The style of dance is highly energetic, combining traditional Japanese dance movements with modern music. The Yosakoi Oregon will also invite the Taiko team (traditional Japanese drumming) to corroborate and perform together for World Beat Festival.
June 25, 2022 12:15 PM
Cultural Center
Special Topics Lecture
June 25, 2022 12:30 PM
Asia Pacific East
Bollywood dance originated in Indian films and is a synthesis of formal and folk Indian traditional music and dance, with Middle Eastern techniques and Western influences. It has evolved as a unique, joyful and energetic style. Dances are performed by Miz LaFontaine and the Sundari Dance Group of Salem.
June 25, 2022 12:45 PM
Stepping Stage
“Let us take you a fantastic journey around Latin America…International Ballroom style. Tanie Hotan Dance, LLC and Oregon Dancesport deliver a stunning 45 minute Ballroom dance show, “World of Latin Dance” . Each dance piece is carefully crafted with costume change, music from around the world, and lots of humor to go around. Come and join us on Saturday, June 25, at 12:45pm, at the Stepping Stage, part of the World Beat Festival in Salem’s Riverfront Park!”
June 25, 2022 1:30 PM
Africa and Middle East Village
Nii Ardey Allotey, a native of Ghana, began studying traditional dance and drumming at the tender age of 3. He has performed all over the world, from Russia to Japan. Ekome will perform some traditional dances and kpanlogo drumming, will explain the meaning of the songs and dances, and invite the audience to participate and have fun!
June 25, 2022 1:45 PM
Asia Pacific West
Under the direction of Leilani Beymer and her alaka’i (assistant) sister Pearl Barido-Perkins & Kealakai Kapuniai-Ryan we opened this hula school in 2014. We are based in Eugene and offer classes in the Albany/Salem area and Sherwood. “Hele ‘ia ka ‘aina, ‘au’ai ‘ia ke kai, a hula pu kaua, ‘oiai lili kaua i ke aloha” (Together we walk the land, swim the ocean, and dance the hula…….together we share our aloha). We strive to perpetuate the Hawaiian culture through olelo (language), mele (song), hula (dance), oli (prayer) & history.
June 25, 2022 1:45 PM
Cultural Center
Jan Michael Looking Wolf, Native American Flute "Flute Dance" A journey of beautiful, melodic and uplifting music with Global Music Awards Lifetime Achievement Award Winner and nationally renowned Native American recording artist Jan Michael Looking Wolf and special guests.
June 25, 2022 1:45 PM
Stepping Stage
Hana Wa Saku, Flowers Will Bloom, and 天地開關, Tenchikaibyaku, the Connection of Heaven with Earth.
June 25, 2022 2:25 PM
Amphitheater
This is a fusion of two groups: Casa de la Cultura Tlanese and INDUS.
June 25, 2022 2:30 PM
Americas Village
Huehca Omeyocan is a group dedicated to promoting cultural practices of the Mesoamerican people primarily focused on Prehispanic (Aztec Chichimeca) dance, music, and art culture education. Our goal is helping people claim their identity (native identity) and history, by learning the history of our ancestors which is ultimately our own history.
June 25, 2022 2:45 PM
Stepping Stage
A non-profit group, Tlanese was established in 2004 to share Mexican culture through dance and to keep traditions alive in the hearts of youth. It has grown and is officially known as Casa de la Cultural Tlanese. The group specializes in traditional dances from different states of Mexico such as Oaxaca, Veracruz, Sinaloa and Jalisco. ¡Viva México!
June 25, 2022 3:15 PM
Cultural Center
Powered by funky beats and positive vibes, Global Heat stirs up a fresh mix of Soul/R&B music that has been called “the best of the Hip Hop, Jazz, R&B, and World Beat styles” [KLEW TV, Lewiston ID]. Global Heat‘s “For a Lifetime” video won the People’s Choice Award at the 2017 Bellingham Music Film Festival. In 2015, Global Heat provided the music for TRIBE-olution’s dance show “Parallels in Motion - Cross-Cultural Connections in Dance” at Lake Tahoe’s Montbleu Theatre. In 2011, the band topped ~50 others to win the Jammin’ Challenge produced by Seattle Wave Radio & Hard Rock Cafe. Enjoy original Global Heat songs and cover tunes from artists like Black-eyed Peas, Dua Lipa, Chaka Khan, Sly & the Family Stone, Black Pumas, James Brown, and Earth, Wind & Fire. And expect the unexpected when the band creates a song on the spot from just three words contributed by audience members. B-boys from Fraggle Rock Crew will join Global Heat for this special show.
June 25, 2022 3:30 PM
Africa and Middle East Village
In this workshop, Nii Ardey will bring kpanlogo drums and djembes to teach rhythm and technique. He will also teach the five hand techniques for playing the drum. Nii Ardey will talk about his childhood in Accra, and how he became a dancer and drummer.
June 25, 2022 3:30 PM
Asia Pacific West
Gamelan is the traditional percussion orchestra of Indonesia. Gamelan Sari Pandhawa plays the music of central Java, a region of the most populous island in the Indonesian archipelago. Music is played on sets of tuned chimes, gongs, xylophones and drums.
June 25, 2022 3:30 PM
Africa and Middle East Village
Performance
June 25, 2022 3:45 PM
Stepping Stage
Pronounced "Kay-lee" of the Valley, this non-profit is dedicated to promoting and perpetuating Irish culture in the Willamette Valley. Members and friends perform traditional Irish and Scottish social dances to live music, along with some original dances. Audience participation is anticipated.
June 25, 2022 4:09 PM
Amphitheater
Jan Michael Looking Wolf, Native American Flute "Flute Dance" A journey of beautiful, melodic and uplifting music with Global Music Awards Lifetime Achievement Award Winner and nationally renowned Native American recording artist Jan Michael Looking Wolf and special guests.
June 25, 2022 4:30 PM
Asia Pacific East
Indonesian Performing Arts of Oregon (IPAO) is an Portland-based Indonesian dance troupe and cultural non-profit organization established officially in 2011. With the motto “Preserve – Share – Celebrate” IPAO has been active in promoting Indonesian cultures through the art of dance performances throughout Southwest Washington and Oregon. IPAO is proud to share and celebrate the richness of Indonesian culture and diversity in various cultural events.
June 25, 2022 4:45 PM
Stepping Stage
For hundreds of years, Morris Dancers have celebrated the seasons in the Cotswold region of England with music, dance, songs and plays. Decked out in ribbons and bells, they perform athletic dances with handkerchiefs and sticks to encourage good fortune and fertility for the coming season. The Bridgetown Morris Men keep this age-old tradition alive in Portland.
June 25, 2022 4:45 PM
Americas Village
The Dance represents the eternal search for cosmic harmony and integration, both body and spirit, and all the chants of Aztec Dance ritual refer to this essential process. The Aztec Dance has been referred to as a form of prayer and a total way of life and communication.
June 25, 2022 5:15 PM
Amphitheater
A non-profit group, Tlanese was established in 2004 to share Mexican culture through dance and to keep traditions alive in the hearts of youth. It has grown and is officially known as Casa de la Cultural Tlanese. The group specializes in traditional dances from different states of Mexico such as Oaxaca, Veracruz, Sinaloa and Jalisco. ¡Viva México!
June 25, 2022 5:30 PM
Asia Pacific West
Prashanthi Harathi is the Founder and Artistic Director of Abhinaya Dance Academy. She has been teaching Kuchipudi, an Indian Classical Dance form, in Portland, Oregon for many years. Prashanthi and her students have been performing Kuchipudi dance performances for many organizations and fundraisers in the Greater Portland Area, in other states of the U.S, and in different states in India. She is a Director of Adi Parashakthi & Sai Temple, Portland, Oregon; the founder of ACCESS International, a non-profit organization; and the Joint Secretary of National Federation of Indian American Associations (NFIA).
June 25, 2022 5:45 PM
Stepping Stage
For hundreds of years, Morris Dancers have celebrated the seasons in the Cotswold region of England with music, dance, songs and plays. Decked out in ribbons and bells, they perform athletic dances with handkerchiefs and sticks to encourage good fortune and fertility for the coming season. The Bridgetown Morris Men keep this age-old tradition alive in Portland.
June 25, 2022 5:45 PM
Africa and Middle East Village
Dances from the Middle East and Africa.
June 25, 2022 6:30 PM
Asia Pacific East
This non-profit group based in Keizer is comprised of thirty-five members and performs numerous Pacific Islands' dances from Hawaii, Samoa, Tahiti, and New Zealand. Their costumes are authentic and hand-made, and their show takes you on a very colorful dance tour of the Pacific!
June 25, 2022 6:45 PM
Stepping Stage
Elena began her flamenco training in Santa Cruz, California in 1991 after being inspired by live flamenco performances in France and Spain as an exchange student in the late 1980s. Her first teachers, La Linda, Ladisla, and Andrea “la Canela” gave her a strong foundation in traditional flamenco technique and choreography, as well as providing excellent mentorship through performance opportunities with live music and cante (flamenco song). Elena has gone on to study with some of the great international artists of today, including Jose Galván, Teo Morca, Belen Maya, La Tania, Jesús Carmona, and many others.
June 25, 2022 6:45 PM
Amphitheater
PACHANGA brings a collection of tunes and rhythms from different regions of Latin-American and Caribbean islands and is a presentation of the Afro-Latin sounds and influences that have originated our varied music.
June 25, 2022 7:00 PM
Americas
Son Afro-Mestizo from Southern Veracruz and other regions of Mexico is played on traditional stringed instruments and the dancer's 'tarima'. Irresistible polyrhythms and syncopations to get folks up and dancing!
June 25, 2022 7:15 PM
Asia Pacific West
Aseem and Preeti are popular singers from Portland, Oregon and enjoy singing together. They fuel each other’s musical passions, wish to share and spread their musical joy around. Aseem Agarwal is an accomplished singer, composer and musician from Portland, originally from Ahmedabad, India. He is trained in Hindustani classical as well as western style of singing and has performed in several stage shows and fb live shows. Preeti Rao is an accomplished singer from Portland, originally from Mysore, India. She has performed live in several stage shows, and fb live shows in Hindi and Kannada languages. In the past, she has been a Sugam Sangeetha performing artist on the All India Radio, Mysore. Aseem & Preeti have launched many initiatives together in Portland, including Abagama-music masti, Abagama-desi mic nights, -desi art nights, -singer of the month. These initiatives encourage singers/artists, provide them an open platform and help them in their singing journey (Fb.com/AbaGaMaofficial) Aseem and Preeti do weekly FB live shows and can be found on Facebook (facebook.com/aseempreetilive) and Insta @aseempreeti
June 25, 2022 8:15 PM
amphitheater
Powered by funky beats and positive vibes, Global Heat stirs up a fresh mix of Soul/R&B music that has been called “the best of the Hip Hop, Jazz, R&B, and World Beat styles” [KLEW TV, Lewiston ID]. Global Heat‘s “For a Lifetime” video won the People’s Choice Award at the 2017 Bellingham Music Film Festival. In 2015, Global Heat provided the music for TRIBE-olution’s dance show “Parallels in Motion - Cross-Cultural Connections in Dance” at Lake Tahoe’s Montbleu Theatre. In 2011, the band topped ~50 others to win the Jammin’ Challenge produced by Seattle Wave Radio & Hard Rock Cafe. Enjoy original Global Heat songs and cover tunes from artists like Black-eyed Peas, Dua Lipa, Chaka Khan, Sly & the Family Stone, Black Pumas, James Brown, and Earth, Wind & Fire. And expect the unexpected when the band creates a song on the spot from just three words contributed by audience members. B-boys from Fraggle Rock Crew will join Global Heat for this special show.
June 25, 2022 9:45 PM
Amphitheater
Egyptian Shamadan Dance, Tiki Torches, Lights, followed by a Fire Dance performance.
June 25, 2022 10:00 PM
Amphitheater
Fire is an important part of Polynesian culture, both in in mythology and dance. Paradise of Samoa takes you on a journey through Polynesia using fire and music in an exciting and colorful show.
June 26, 2022 11:00 AM
Stepping Stage
Travel the world with the mystical sounds of Sherry and her golden flute. As a registered nurse, Sherry served with the American Red Cross during national disasters. She has also volunteered on international medical missions. Her unique improvisational style reflects serenity through sound.
June 26, 2022 11:00 AM
Americas Village
Children and teens dancing Mexican folk dances.
June 26, 2022 11:09 AM
Cultural Center
Sharing the beauty of our African culture with you all. This event explores diversity among Africans. We express African through story telling, drums, traditional music, etc .
June 26, 2022 11:20 AM
Amphitheater
My name is Lolys Espinoza, I am a Zumba instructor and have been an instructor for seven years. I teach Zumba five days a week from 7pm to 8 pm at 3395 River Rd. North, Keizer, OR 97303. My group is very important to me, they have supported me a lot, my doors are open to all those who want to come and have a good time and not be stressed. I am very passionate about what I do, so let’s get ready to Dance!!
June 26, 2022 11:30 AM
Asia Pacific West
This lively and engaging dance group is composed of Cebuano speaking friends and family. They have been representing the Philippines at the World Beat Festival since the festival started. They also perform in numerous multicultural programs in Oregon and Washington. This group focuses on traditional Philippine folk dances, indigenous tribal dances, Filipino festival dances, and music. Its mission is to teach the youth the dances to keep our tradition alive.
June 26, 2022 11:45 AM
Stepping Stage
Clogging is an American folk dance with roots in traditional European dancing, early African-American dance, and traditional Cherokee dance. The dancer’s footwear is used to create audible percussive rhythms. Clogging was a social dance in the Appalachian Mountains as early as the 1700s. Established in 1989, the Cherry City Cloggers is one of the largest clogging clubs in the Northwest.
June 26, 2022 12:00 PM
Asia Pacific East
Rhythm Dance Academy
June 26, 2022 12:00 PM
Amphitheater
The traditional Danza de Los Viejitos, or “dance of the little old men,” has its origins in Pre-Columbian Purepecha culture. The Purepecha Empire was located in Michoacan and rivaled that of the Aztecs (fun fact: the Purepecha were never conquered by their foes, the Aztecs, and defeated them in battle in the late 1400s.) The dance was created as a ritual to honor the god of fire. The four men represent the four directions of the Universe, North, South, East and West, and the four elements: earth, fire, air, and water.
June 26, 2022 12:30 PM
Americas Village
Hip Hop
June 26, 2022 12:30 PM
Cultural Center
Presentation on Deaf Culture and American Sign Language.
June 26, 2022 1:00 PM
Asia Pacific West
Dance and music play a very important role in Bhutanese culture. A tradition of dance that hallmarks the passing of seasons and communal occasions can be found in every village and community. These dances have played a significant role in uniting the people. Since these dances are held for the public, non-monastic people can come to share in and understand the history of the country. The masked dances are usually performed during Tshechu (spiritual festivals).
June 26, 2022 1:00 PM
Amphitheater
Sin Documentos is a Rock band of musicians who call the Willamette Valley home. The band has performed in festivals and several establishments along the Willamette Valley since 2018.
June 26, 2022 1:00 PM
Stepping Stage
Klezmer is the exuberant music from the Jewish villages of Eastern Europe. Drawing on diverse roots, from ancient Hebrew melodies to fiery Hungarian dances, klezmer musicians of yesteryear traveled from village to village playing for weddings and holiday festivities. Building on the klezmer tradition, the Klezmonauts add influences from their own backgrounds in jazz, bluegrass, Indian, African, and classical music. Add a healthy dose of spirited improvisation, and the resulting sound is intricate and exhilarating, a joy to listen or dance to.
June 26, 2022 1:15 PM
Americas Village
Traditional Native American dances.
June 26, 2022 1:15 PM
Amphitheater
Haitian Drumming & Dance Workshop
June 26, 2022 2:00 PM
Asia Pacific East
Portland’s Kalabharathi School Founder and Director Sivagami Vanka and her talented students share their passion for the classical dance form of South India. Kalabharathi promotes the values of Indian culture, preserves an ancient art form, and forges links among Indian, US and other cultures.
June 26, 2022 2:00 PM
Cultural Center
Polynesian Samoan Author Book Reading
June 26, 2022 2:15 PM
Africa and Middle East Village
Uhuru, meaning ‘free’ or ‘freedom’, was formed in 2019 to give voice to Salem's refugee youth, many of whom were in choirs during their years in refugee camps. Come and be inspired by the powerful voices of these incredible young people.
June 26, 2022 2:15 PM
Amphitheater
Casino was developed in Havana, Cuba in the early 1950s. Casino traces its origin as a partner dance from Cuban Urban Son and Cuban Cha Cha Cha, while very similar to Salsa it is its own dance. Today, Casino De Rueda (Casino Wheel) as a group dance that is danced all over the world including Salem, OR. Our local group is Salem Rueda De Casino.
June 26, 2022 2:15 PM
Stepping Stage
Masumi Timson is a performer and instructor of the Koto – a Japanese traditional instrument. She holds a Master’s Degree in Music with a specialization in the Koto from Seiha Conservatory of Japanese Traditional Music in Japan. She enjoys collaborating with various western musical instruments to explore a wide range of genres from jazz, tango, to western classical compositions. Masumi has participated in various recordings of Pink Martini, and has performed with the band at various venues around the world. She has also released her own CDs, “Picture Dreams” (Koto/Violin Duo), “Pacific Bridge” and “Confluence” (collaboration albums with a traditional African instrument Mbira). Masumi also teaches Japanese language and culture at Chemeketa Community College.
June 26, 2022 3:00 PM
Asia Pacific West
The Chinese Golden Willow Dance Team was formed by a group of local Chinese women in August, 2018. They strive to share Chinese culture through traditional Chinese dances and music with the community.
June 26, 2022 3:30 PM
Africa and Middle East Village
The gele is an African head wrap or head tie that has its roots in the Yoruba Tribe in the western African country of Nigeria. African women wear the gele as a sign of cultural reverence and respect at African events. Demonstrated by local business owner, Ola Elkanah, a native of Nigeria.
June 26, 2022 3:30 PM
Americas Village
The traditional Danza de Los Viejitos, or “dance of the little old men,” has its origins in Pre-Columbian Purepecha culture. The Purepecha Empire was located in Michoacan and rivaled that of the Aztecs (fun fact: the Purepecha were never conquered by their foes, the Aztecs, and defeated them in battle in the late 1400s.) The dance was created as a ritual to honor the god of fire. The four men represent the four directions of the Universe, North, South, East and West, and the four elements: earth, fire, air, and water.
June 26, 2022 3:30 PM
Amphitheater
Sakumuna means "to bless" in Kikongo - a language spoken in several countries in central Africa. The band was formed by a group of friends with diverse cultural backgrounds and who perform a variety of traditional and modern African music as well as Caribbean and Gospel. They sing in several languages including French, Swahili, Kikongo and English. Sakumuna’s mission is to bless hearts and lives through traditional and modern music with songs mostly inspired by personal life experiences, sharing a spiritual message of peace, harmony, joy and love for their audience.
June 26, 2022 4:00 PM
Africa and Middle East Village
Born in Sierra Leone and with a Sudanese father, Fatima has always been fascinated by the culture and dance of the Middle East and Africa, and is well-versed in various folkloric styles. She returns from frequent travels to Egypt with the latest fashions for Fatima’s Bazaar as well as the latest on the dance scene.
June 26, 2022 4:00 PM
Asia Pacific East
Indian folk and tribal dances are performed for every possible occasion - to celebrate the arrival of seasons, birth of a child, a wedding or festivals. Men, women and children perform some dances exclusively, while in some performances men and women dance together.
June 26, 2022 4:45 PM
Africa and Middle East Village
The parade originates at the African Village and proceeds through the festival grounds to the Amphitheater, where represented countries and their flags are introduced. Wear the national dress of your birth, your forefathers’ land or your adopted country, and join us for this colorful and upbeat parade that embodies the spirit of the festival!
June 26, 2022 5:15 PM
Amphitheater
Katteye is an accomplished, well-known, Jamaican reggae artist who now resides in Portland, Oregon and performs with the backdrop of Roots Revolution. Sharing live, authentic reggae in the form of Roots and Culture that is guaranteed to keep you dancing while reflecting on your cultural heritage is what we are all about. We have performed at many occasions ranging from large reggae festivals to small intimate weddings. Regardless of the event we love sharing the joy that reggae brings as we firmly believe that REGGAE MUSIC IS LIFE!
June 26, 2022 5:30 PM
Stepping Stage
Theatrical Performance. Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia’s elegant new show, based on Marcus Pfister’s beloved story, introduces the most beautiful fish in the sea, whose scales shimmer in all the colors of the rainbow. He is admired – and resented – by the entire underwater world, until a clever octopus advises him to give each fish one of his scales. Further adventures follow as The Rainbow Fish finds the courage to explore the great unknown deep sea, discovering a new world with wonderful sights and friendly creatures of all shapes, sizes, and colors who are eager to make his acquaintance.
June 26, 2022 5:30 PM
Americas Village
Native American percussion.
June 26, 2022 4:00 PM
Asia Pacific East
Indian folk and tribal dances are performed for every possible occasion - to celebrate the arrival of seasons, birth of a child, a wedding or festivals. Men, women and children perform some dances exclusively, while in some performances men and women dance together.
June 25, 2022 3:30 PM
Africa and Middle East Village
In this workshop, Nii Ardey will bring kpanlogo drums and djembes to teach rhythm and technique. He will also teach the five hand techniques for playing the drum. Nii Ardey will talk about his childhood in Accra, and how he became a dancer and drummer.
June 25, 2022 5:30 PM
Asia Pacific West
Prashanthi Harathi is the Founder and Artistic Director of Abhinaya Dance Academy. She has been teaching Kuchipudi, an Indian Classical Dance form, in Portland, Oregon for many years. Prashanthi and her students have been performing Kuchipudi dance performances for many organizations and fundraisers in the Greater Portland Area, in other states of the U.S, and in different states in India. She is a Director of Adi Parashakthi & Sai Temple, Portland, Oregon; the founder of ACCESS International, a non-profit organization; and the Joint Secretary of National Federation of Indian American Associations (NFIA).
June 25, 2022 11:45 AM
Amphitheater
The Dance represents the eternal search for cosmic harmony and integration, both body and spirit, and all the chants of Aztec Dance ritual refer to this essential process. The Aztec Dance has been referred to as a form of prayer and a total way of life and communication.
June 25, 2022 4:45 PM
Americas Village
The Dance represents the eternal search for cosmic harmony and integration, both body and spirit, and all the chants of Aztec Dance ritual refer to this essential process. The Aztec Dance has been referred to as a form of prayer and a total way of life and communication.
June 25, 2022 7:15 PM
Asia Pacific West
Aseem and Preeti are popular singers from Portland, Oregon and enjoy singing together. They fuel each other’s musical passions, wish to share and spread their musical joy around. Aseem Agarwal is an accomplished singer, composer and musician from Portland, originally from Ahmedabad, India. He is trained in Hindustani classical as well as western style of singing and has performed in several stage shows and fb live shows. Preeti Rao is an accomplished singer from Portland, originally from Mysore, India. She has performed live in several stage shows, and fb live shows in Hindi and Kannada languages. In the past, she has been a Sugam Sangeetha performing artist on the All India Radio, Mysore. Aseem & Preeti have launched many initiatives together in Portland, including Abagama-music masti, Abagama-desi mic nights, -desi art nights, -singer of the month. These initiatives encourage singers/artists, provide them an open platform and help them in their singing journey (Fb.com/AbaGaMaofficial) Aseem and Preeti do weekly FB live shows and can be found on Facebook (facebook.com/aseempreetilive) and Insta @aseempreeti
June 26, 2022 1:00 PM
Asia Pacific West
Dance and music play a very important role in Bhutanese culture. A tradition of dance that hallmarks the passing of seasons and communal occasions can be found in every village and community. These dances have played a significant role in uniting the people. Since these dances are held for the public, non-monastic people can come to share in and understand the history of the country. The masked dances are usually performed during Tshechu (spiritual festivals).
June 25, 2022 5:45 PM
Stepping Stage
For hundreds of years, Morris Dancers have celebrated the seasons in the Cotswold region of England with music, dance, songs and plays. Decked out in ribbons and bells, they perform athletic dances with handkerchiefs and sticks to encourage good fortune and fertility for the coming season. The Bridgetown Morris Men keep this age-old tradition alive in Portland.
June 25, 2022 2:45 PM
Stepping Stage
A non-profit group, Tlanese was established in 2004 to share Mexican culture through dance and to keep traditions alive in the hearts of youth. It has grown and is officially known as Casa de la Cultural Tlanese. The group specializes in traditional dances from different states of Mexico such as Oaxaca, Veracruz, Sinaloa and Jalisco. ¡Viva México!
June 25, 2022 5:15 PM
Amphitheater
A non-profit group, Tlanese was established in 2004 to share Mexican culture through dance and to keep traditions alive in the hearts of youth. It has grown and is officially known as Casa de la Cultural Tlanese. The group specializes in traditional dances from different states of Mexico such as Oaxaca, Veracruz, Sinaloa and Jalisco. ¡Viva México!
June 24, 2022 6:45 PM
Amphitheater
This is a fusion of two groups. Casa de la Cultura Tlanese and INDUS.
June 25, 2022 2:25 PM
Amphitheater
This is a fusion of two groups: Casa de la Cultura Tlanese and INDUS.
June 26, 2022 11:45 AM
Stepping Stage
Clogging is an American folk dance with roots in traditional European dancing, early African-American dance, and traditional Cherokee dance. The dancer’s footwear is used to create audible percussive rhythms. Clogging was a social dance in the Appalachian Mountains as early as the 1700s. Established in 1989, the Cherry City Cloggers is one of the largest clogging clubs in the Northwest.
June 24, 2022 5:45 PM
Amphitheater
Chervona is a multi-ethnic, Russian and Eastern European-inspired band from Portland, Oregon, that formed in 2006. They have become known for their old world-inspired music and their highly energetic live shows.
June 25, 2022 3:45 PM
Stepping Stage
Pronounced "Kay-lee" of the Valley, this non-profit is dedicated to promoting and perpetuating Irish culture in the Willamette Valley. Members and friends perform traditional Irish and Scottish social dances to live music, along with some original dances. Audience participation is anticipated.
June 24, 2022 7:30 PM
Amphitheater
One-of-a-kind Bollywood showman, Prashant, sings, dances and DJ’s simultaneously with a simple agenda: to make people dance all night long. This charismatic performer instantly strikes a chord with audiences of all ages & nationalities. The interactive dance lessons cleverly disguised in his DJ set compel everybody to rock the dance floor, transforming any dance party into a full-fledged Bollywood musical within minutes. Additionally, Prashant has been teaching dance for over 9 years now, and his Portland-based semiprofessional dance troupe is as diverse as it gets, united by their love for all things Bollywood.
June 26, 2022 1:15 PM
Amphitheater
Haitian Drumming & Dance Workshop
June 26, 2022 12:30 PM
Cultural Center
Presentation on Deaf Culture and American Sign Language.
June 25, 2022 12:15 PM
Cultural Center
Special Topics Lecture
June 25, 2022 6:45 PM
Stepping Stage
Elena began her flamenco training in Santa Cruz, California in 1991 after being inspired by live flamenco performances in France and Spain as an exchange student in the late 1980s. Her first teachers, La Linda, Ladisla, and Andrea “la Canela” gave her a strong foundation in traditional flamenco technique and choreography, as well as providing excellent mentorship through performance opportunities with live music and cante (flamenco song). Elena has gone on to study with some of the great international artists of today, including Jose Galván, Teo Morca, Belen Maya, La Tania, Jesús Carmona, and many others.
June 26, 2022 11:00 AM
Americas Village
Children and teens dancing Mexican folk dances.
June 25, 2022 10:45 AM
Stepping Stage
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Demonstration. Grappling is the oldest form of combat. It's in everyone's culture.
June 26, 2022 4:00 PM
Africa and Middle East Village
Born in Sierra Leone and with a Sudanese father, Fatima has always been fascinated by the culture and dance of the Middle East and Africa, and is well-versed in various folkloric styles. She returns from frequent travels to Egypt with the latest fashions for Fatima’s Bazaar as well as the latest on the dance scene.
June 26, 2022 3:30 PM
Africa and Middle East Village
The gele is an African head wrap or head tie that has its roots in the Yoruba Tribe in the western African country of Nigeria. African women wear the gele as a sign of cultural reverence and respect at African events. Demonstrated by local business owner, Ola Elkanah, a native of Nigeria.
June 25, 2022 3:30 PM
Asia Pacific West
Gamelan is the traditional percussion orchestra of Indonesia. Gamelan Sari Pandhawa plays the music of central Java, a region of the most populous island in the Indonesian archipelago. Music is played on sets of tuned chimes, gongs, xylophones and drums.
June 25, 2022 8:15 PM
amphitheater
Powered by funky beats and positive vibes, Global Heat stirs up a fresh mix of Soul/R&B music that has been called “the best of the Hip Hop, Jazz, R&B, and World Beat styles” [KLEW TV, Lewiston ID]. Global Heat‘s “For a Lifetime” video won the People’s Choice Award at the 2017 Bellingham Music Film Festival. In 2015, Global Heat provided the music for TRIBE-olution’s dance show “Parallels in Motion - Cross-Cultural Connections in Dance” at Lake Tahoe’s Montbleu Theatre. In 2011, the band topped ~50 others to win the Jammin’ Challenge produced by Seattle Wave Radio & Hard Rock Cafe. Enjoy original Global Heat songs and cover tunes from artists like Black-eyed Peas, Dua Lipa, Chaka Khan, Sly & the Family Stone, Black Pumas, James Brown, and Earth, Wind & Fire. And expect the unexpected when the band creates a song on the spot from just three words contributed by audience members. B-boys from Fraggle Rock Crew will join Global Heat for this special show.
June 25, 2022 3:15 PM
Cultural Center
Powered by funky beats and positive vibes, Global Heat stirs up a fresh mix of Soul/R&B music that has been called “the best of the Hip Hop, Jazz, R&B, and World Beat styles” [KLEW TV, Lewiston ID]. Global Heat‘s “For a Lifetime” video won the People’s Choice Award at the 2017 Bellingham Music Film Festival. In 2015, Global Heat provided the music for TRIBE-olution’s dance show “Parallels in Motion - Cross-Cultural Connections in Dance” at Lake Tahoe’s Montbleu Theatre. In 2011, the band topped ~50 others to win the Jammin’ Challenge produced by Seattle Wave Radio & Hard Rock Cafe. Enjoy original Global Heat songs and cover tunes from artists like Black-eyed Peas, Dua Lipa, Chaka Khan, Sly & the Family Stone, Black Pumas, James Brown, and Earth, Wind & Fire. And expect the unexpected when the band creates a song on the spot from just three words contributed by audience members. B-boys from Fraggle Rock Crew will join Global Heat for this special show.
June 25, 2022 2:30 PM
Americas Village
Huehca Omeyocan is a group dedicated to promoting cultural practices of the Mesoamerican people primarily focused on Prehispanic (Aztec Chichimeca) dance, music, and art culture education. Our goal is helping people claim their identity (native identity) and history, by learning the history of our ancestors which is ultimately our own history.
June 25, 2022 1:45 PM
Asia Pacific West
Under the direction of Leilani Beymer and her alaka’i (assistant) sister Pearl Barido-Perkins & Kealakai Kapuniai-Ryan we opened this hula school in 2014. We are based in Eugene and offer classes in the Albany/Salem area and Sherwood. “Hele ‘ia ka ‘aina, ‘au’ai ‘ia ke kai, a hula pu kaua, ‘oiai lili kaua i ke aloha” (Together we walk the land, swim the ocean, and dance the hula…….together we share our aloha). We strive to perpetuate the Hawaiian culture through olelo (language), mele (song), hula (dance), oli (prayer) & history.
June 25, 2022 10:45 AM
Cultural Center
Nana Goto Bellerud has been studying the Sogetsu School of Ikebana for 14 years and continues to be inspired and have new insights from its teachings. Nana demonstrates and exhibits ikebana at a wide range of venues including the Portland Art Museum and Portland Japanese Garden. Through her demonstrations she seeks to introduce others to the art of ikebana and to intrigue and inspire them. Beyond simply producing a beautiful work of art with flowers and natural objects, she shows her audience how ikebana explores artistic concepts such as balance, contrast, and negative space.
June 25, 2022 4:30 PM
Asia Pacific East
Indonesian Performing Arts of Oregon (IPAO) is an Portland-based Indonesian dance troupe and cultural non-profit organization established officially in 2011. With the motto “Preserve – Share – Celebrate” IPAO has been active in promoting Indonesian cultures through the art of dance performances throughout Southwest Washington and Oregon. IPAO is proud to share and celebrate the richness of Indonesian culture and diversity in various cultural events.
June 25, 2022 4:09 PM
Amphitheater
Jan Michael Looking Wolf, Native American Flute "Flute Dance" A journey of beautiful, melodic and uplifting music with Global Music Awards Lifetime Achievement Award Winner and nationally renowned Native American recording artist Jan Michael Looking Wolf and special guests.
June 25, 2022 1:45 PM
Cultural Center
Jan Michael Looking Wolf, Native American Flute "Flute Dance" A journey of beautiful, melodic and uplifting music with Global Music Awards Lifetime Achievement Award Winner and nationally renowned Native American recording artist Jan Michael Looking Wolf and special guests.
June 26, 2022 2:15 PM
Stepping Stage
Masumi Timson is a performer and instructor of the Koto – a Japanese traditional instrument. She holds a Master’s Degree in Music with a specialization in the Koto from Seiha Conservatory of Japanese Traditional Music in Japan. She enjoys collaborating with various western musical instruments to explore a wide range of genres from jazz, tango, to western classical compositions. Masumi has participated in various recordings of Pink Martini, and has performed with the band at various venues around the world. She has also released her own CDs, “Picture Dreams” (Koto/Violin Duo), “Pacific Bridge” and “Confluence” (collaboration albums with a traditional African instrument Mbira). Masumi also teaches Japanese language and culture at Chemeketa Community College.
June 26, 2022 2:00 PM
Asia Pacific East
Portland’s Kalabharathi School Founder and Director Sivagami Vanka and her talented students share their passion for the classical dance form of South India. Kalabharathi promotes the values of Indian culture, preserves an ancient art form, and forges links among Indian, US and other cultures.
June 25, 2022 11:15 AM
Asia Pacific East
Come and catch the action! You can even participate because EVERYONE can do Karate!
June 26, 2022 5:15 PM
Amphitheater
Katteye is an accomplished, well-known, Jamaican reggae artist who now resides in Portland, Oregon and performs with the backdrop of Roots Revolution. Sharing live, authentic reggae in the form of Roots and Culture that is guaranteed to keep you dancing while reflecting on your cultural heritage is what we are all about. We have performed at many occasions ranging from large reggae festivals to small intimate weddings. Regardless of the event we love sharing the joy that reggae brings as we firmly believe that REGGAE MUSIC IS LIFE!
June 26, 2022 3:30 PM
Americas Village
The traditional Danza de Los Viejitos, or “dance of the little old men,” has its origins in Pre-Columbian Purepecha culture. The Purepecha Empire was located in Michoacan and rivaled that of the Aztecs (fun fact: the Purepecha were never conquered by their foes, the Aztecs, and defeated them in battle in the late 1400s.) The dance was created as a ritual to honor the god of fire. The four men represent the four directions of the Universe, North, South, East and West, and the four elements: earth, fire, air, and water.
June 26, 2022 12:00 PM
Amphitheater
The traditional Danza de Los Viejitos, or “dance of the little old men,” has its origins in Pre-Columbian Purepecha culture. The Purepecha Empire was located in Michoacan and rivaled that of the Aztecs (fun fact: the Purepecha were never conquered by their foes, the Aztecs, and defeated them in battle in the late 1400s.) The dance was created as a ritual to honor the god of fire. The four men represent the four directions of the Universe, North, South, East and West, and the four elements: earth, fire, air, and water.
June 26, 2022 12:30 PM
Americas Village
Hip Hop
June 25, 2022 3:30 PM
Africa and Middle East Village
Performance
June 25, 2022 12:30 PM
Asia Pacific East
Bollywood dance originated in Indian films and is a synthesis of formal and folk Indian traditional music and dance, with Middle Eastern techniques and Western influences. It has evolved as a unique, joyful and energetic style. Dances are performed by Miz LaFontaine and the Sundari Dance Group of Salem.
June 25, 2022 1:30 PM
Africa and Middle East Village
Nii Ardey Allotey, a native of Ghana, began studying traditional dance and drumming at the tender age of 3. He has performed all over the world, from Russia to Japan. Ekome will perform some traditional dances and kpanlogo drumming, will explain the meaning of the songs and dances, and invite the audience to participate and have fun!
June 26, 2022 11:09 AM
Cultural Center
Sharing the beauty of our African culture with you all. This event explores diversity among Africans. We express African through story telling, drums, traditional music, etc .
June 25, 2022 6:45 PM
Amphitheater
PACHANGA brings a collection of tunes and rhythms from different regions of Latin-American and Caribbean islands and is a presentation of the Afro-Latin sounds and influences that have originated our varied music.
June 26, 2022 4:45 PM
Africa and Middle East Village
The parade originates at the African Village and proceeds through the festival grounds to the Amphitheater, where represented countries and their flags are introduced. Wear the national dress of your birth, your forefathers’ land or your adopted country, and join us for this colorful and upbeat parade that embodies the spirit of the festival!
June 25, 2022 6:30 PM
Asia Pacific East
This non-profit group based in Keizer is comprised of thirty-five members and performs numerous Pacific Islands' dances from Hawaii, Samoa, Tahiti, and New Zealand. Their costumes are authentic and hand-made, and their show takes you on a very colorful dance tour of the Pacific!
June 24, 2022 8:45 PM
Amphitheater
Fire is an important part of Polynesian culture, both in in mythology and dance. Paradise of Samoa takes you on a journey through Polynesia using fire and music in an exciting and colorful show.
June 25, 2022 10:00 PM
Amphitheater
Fire is an important part of Polynesian culture, both in in mythology and dance. Paradise of Samoa takes you on a journey through Polynesia using fire and music in an exciting and colorful show.
June 26, 2022 11:30 AM
Asia Pacific West
This lively and engaging dance group is composed of Cebuano speaking friends and family. They have been representing the Philippines at the World Beat Festival since the festival started. They also perform in numerous multicultural programs in Oregon and Washington. This group focuses on traditional Philippine folk dances, indigenous tribal dances, Filipino festival dances, and music. Its mission is to teach the youth the dances to keep our tradition alive.
June 26, 2022 2:00 PM
Cultural Center
Polynesian Samoan Author Book Reading
June 25, 2022 4:45 PM
Stepping Stage
For hundreds of years, Morris Dancers have celebrated the seasons in the Cotswold region of England with music, dance, songs and plays. Decked out in ribbons and bells, they perform athletic dances with handkerchiefs and sticks to encourage good fortune and fertility for the coming season. The Bridgetown Morris Men keep this age-old tradition alive in Portland.
June 26, 2022 12:00 PM
Asia Pacific East
Rhythm Dance Academy
June 25, 2022 1:45 PM
Stepping Stage
Hana Wa Saku, Flowers Will Bloom, and 天地開關, Tenchikaibyaku, the Connection of Heaven with Earth.
June 26, 2022 3:30 PM
Amphitheater
Sakumuna means "to bless" in Kikongo - a language spoken in several countries in central Africa. The band was formed by a group of friends with diverse cultural backgrounds and who perform a variety of traditional and modern African music as well as Caribbean and Gospel. They sing in several languages including French, Swahili, Kikongo and English. Sakumuna’s mission is to bless hearts and lives through traditional and modern music with songs mostly inspired by personal life experiences, sharing a spiritual message of peace, harmony, joy and love for their audience.
June 26, 2022 3:00 PM
Asia Pacific West
The Chinese Golden Willow Dance Team was formed by a group of local Chinese women in August, 2018. They strive to share Chinese culture through traditional Chinese dances and music with the community.
June 25, 2022 5:45 PM
Africa and Middle East Village
Dances from the Middle East and Africa.
June 25, 2022 11:45 AM
Stepping Stage
The Salem International Folk Dancers have been meeting since at least the 1940s. It is a recreational group that meets weekly on Wednesday evenings from 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm at Salem Ballet Academy at 1795 Broadway. Our costumes are improvised. We welcome all dancers and offer sets of classes. We charge $3.00 per night and first time is free.
June 26, 2022 2:15 PM
Amphitheater
Casino was developed in Havana, Cuba in the early 1950s. Casino traces its origin as a partner dance from Cuban Urban Son and Cuban Cha Cha Cha, while very similar to Salsa it is its own dance. Today, Casino De Rueda (Casino Wheel) as a group dance that is danced all over the world including Salem, OR. Our local group is Salem Rueda De Casino.
June 25, 2022 10:30 AM
Americas Village
Traditional Native American dances.
June 26, 2022 1:15 PM
Americas Village
Traditional Native American dances.
June 26, 2022 1:00 PM
Amphitheater
Sin Documentos is a Rock band of musicians who call the Willamette Valley home. The band has performed in festivals and several establishments along the Willamette Valley since 2018.
June 25, 2022 7:00 PM
Americas
Son Afro-Mestizo from Southern Veracruz and other regions of Mexico is played on traditional stringed instruments and the dancer's 'tarima'. Irresistible polyrhythms and syncopations to get folks up and dancing!
June 25, 2022 10:30 AM
Amphitheater
Founded in 1985 by director and folk dance enthusiast Heidi Vorst, Süssefüsse (Sweetfeet) is a youth performing dance troupe. The dancers range in age from 8 - 18. The celebration of global cultures is brought to life through the international folk dances presented and the beautiful traditonal costumes the dancers wear. In Süssefüsse one may enjoy a presentation by the dancers in costumes from Croatia, Macedonia, Korea, China, Zimbabwe, Mexico, Russia, Ukraine, etc., holding hands in a circle dance from Israel, a line dance from Portugal, an Obon dance from Japan or a singing game from Estonia.
June 25, 2022 12:45 PM
Stepping Stage
“Let us take you a fantastic journey around Latin America…International Ballroom style. Tanie Hotan Dance, LLC and Oregon Dancesport deliver a stunning 45 minute Ballroom dance show, “World of Latin Dance” . Each dance piece is carefully crafted with costume change, music from around the world, and lots of humor to go around. Come and join us on Saturday, June 25, at 12:45pm, at the Stepping Stage, part of the World Beat Festival in Salem’s Riverfront Park!”
June 26, 2022 11:00 AM
Stepping Stage
Travel the world with the mystical sounds of Sherry and her golden flute. As a registered nurse, Sherry served with the American Red Cross during national disasters. She has also volunteered on international medical missions. Her unique improvisational style reflects serenity through sound.
June 26, 2022 1:00 PM
Stepping Stage
Klezmer is the exuberant music from the Jewish villages of Eastern Europe. Drawing on diverse roots, from ancient Hebrew melodies to fiery Hungarian dances, klezmer musicians of yesteryear traveled from village to village playing for weddings and holiday festivities. Building on the klezmer tradition, the Klezmonauts add influences from their own backgrounds in jazz, bluegrass, Indian, African, and classical music. Add a healthy dose of spirited improvisation, and the resulting sound is intricate and exhilarating, a joy to listen or dance to.
June 26, 2022 5:30 PM
Stepping Stage
Theatrical Performance. Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia’s elegant new show, based on Marcus Pfister’s beloved story, introduces the most beautiful fish in the sea, whose scales shimmer in all the colors of the rainbow. He is admired – and resented – by the entire underwater world, until a clever octopus advises him to give each fish one of his scales. Further adventures follow as The Rainbow Fish finds the courage to explore the great unknown deep sea, discovering a new world with wonderful sights and friendly creatures of all shapes, sizes, and colors who are eager to make his acquaintance.
June 26, 2022 5:30 PM
Americas Village
Native American percussion.
June 26, 2022 2:15 PM
Africa and Middle East Village
Uhuru, meaning ‘free’ or ‘freedom’, was formed in 2019 to give voice to Salem's refugee youth, many of whom were in choirs during their years in refugee camps. Come and be inspired by the powerful voices of these incredible young people.
June 25, 2022 11:15 AM
Africa and Middle East Village
West African Cultural Arts Institute is a 501c3 nonprofit cultural arts organization based out of Eugene, Oregon. WACAI’s mission is to share the joy and passion of Guinean culture through vibrant educational programs focusing on music and dance, advocating for authentic source artists from Guinea and creating charitable projects in Guinea that promote artistic, emotional, and physical health. WACAI’s programs include performances and community outreach events, school residencies and assemblies, and community drum and dance classes. Please check out WACAI at WestAfricanCulturalArts.org and follow on Facebook at West African Cultural Arts Institute and at WACAIOregon on Instagram.
June 25, 2022 11:15 AM
Amphitheater
The Willamette Valley Pipes and Drums is a non-profit organization with a three-fold mission: to serve our community by providing entertainment through Scottish music, to develop the musical abilities of our members, and to enjoy the friendship that we share because of our love of pipe and drum music.
June 25, 2022 9:45 PM
Amphitheater
Egyptian Shamadan Dance, Tiki Torches, Lights, followed by a Fire Dance performance.
June 25, 2022 11:45 AM
Asia Pacific West
The Yosakoi Oregon is a team of four Japanese women in Portland area. We practice Yosakoi dance for our health and pleasure. We also want to introduce Yosakoi to people in Oregon. Yosakoi is a unique style of dance that originated in Japan and that is performed at festivals and events all over the country. The first Yosakoi festival was held in 1954 in Kōchi, Japan, on the island of Shikoku. Yosakoi-style dancing has spread throughout much of Japan. The style of dance is highly energetic, combining traditional Japanese dance movements with modern music. The Yosakoi Oregon will also invite the Taiko team (traditional Japanese drumming) to corroborate and perform together for World Beat Festival.
June 26, 2022 11:20 AM
Amphitheater
My name is Lolys Espinoza, I am a Zumba instructor and have been an instructor for seven years. I teach Zumba five days a week from 7pm to 8 pm at 3395 River Rd. North, Keizer, OR 97303. My group is very important to me, they have supported me a lot, my doors are open to all those who want to come and have a good time and not be stressed. I am very passionate about what I do, so let’s get ready to Dance!!
June 24, 2022 5:45 PM
Amphitheater
Chervona is a multi-ethnic, Russian and Eastern European-inspired band from Portland, Oregon, that formed in 2006. They have become known for their old world-inspired music and their highly energetic live shows.
June 24, 2022 7:30 PM
Amphitheater
One-of-a-kind Bollywood showman, Prashant, sings, dances and DJ’s simultaneously with a simple agenda: to make people dance all night long. This charismatic performer instantly strikes a chord with audiences of all ages & nationalities. The interactive dance lessons cleverly disguised in his DJ set compel everybody to rock the dance floor, transforming any dance party into a full-fledged Bollywood musical within minutes. Additionally, Prashant has been teaching dance for over 9 years now, and his Portland-based semiprofessional dance troupe is as diverse as it gets, united by their love for all things Bollywood.
June 25, 2022 3:15 PM
Cultural Center
Powered by funky beats and positive vibes, Global Heat stirs up a fresh mix of Soul/R&B music that has been called “the best of the Hip Hop, Jazz, R&B, and World Beat styles” [KLEW TV, Lewiston ID]. Global Heat‘s “For a Lifetime” video won the People’s Choice Award at the 2017 Bellingham Music Film Festival. In 2015, Global Heat provided the music for TRIBE-olution’s dance show “Parallels in Motion - Cross-Cultural Connections in Dance” at Lake Tahoe’s Montbleu Theatre. In 2011, the band topped ~50 others to win the Jammin’ Challenge produced by Seattle Wave Radio & Hard Rock Cafe. Enjoy original Global Heat songs and cover tunes from artists like Black-eyed Peas, Dua Lipa, Chaka Khan, Sly & the Family Stone, Black Pumas, James Brown, and Earth, Wind & Fire. And expect the unexpected when the band creates a song on the spot from just three words contributed by audience members. B-boys from Fraggle Rock Crew will join Global Heat for this special show.
June 25, 2022 8:15 PM
amphitheater
Powered by funky beats and positive vibes, Global Heat stirs up a fresh mix of Soul/R&B music that has been called “the best of the Hip Hop, Jazz, R&B, and World Beat styles” [KLEW TV, Lewiston ID]. Global Heat‘s “For a Lifetime” video won the People’s Choice Award at the 2017 Bellingham Music Film Festival. In 2015, Global Heat provided the music for TRIBE-olution’s dance show “Parallels in Motion - Cross-Cultural Connections in Dance” at Lake Tahoe’s Montbleu Theatre. In 2011, the band topped ~50 others to win the Jammin’ Challenge produced by Seattle Wave Radio & Hard Rock Cafe. Enjoy original Global Heat songs and cover tunes from artists like Black-eyed Peas, Dua Lipa, Chaka Khan, Sly & the Family Stone, Black Pumas, James Brown, and Earth, Wind & Fire. And expect the unexpected when the band creates a song on the spot from just three words contributed by audience members. B-boys from Fraggle Rock Crew will join Global Heat for this special show.
June 26, 2022 2:00 PM
Asia Pacific East
Portland’s Kalabharathi School Founder and Director Sivagami Vanka and her talented students share their passion for the classical dance form of South India. Kalabharathi promotes the values of Indian culture, preserves an ancient art form, and forges links among Indian, US and other cultures.
June 26, 2022 5:15 PM
Amphitheater
Katteye is an accomplished, well-known, Jamaican reggae artist who now resides in Portland, Oregon and performs with the backdrop of Roots Revolution. Sharing live, authentic reggae in the form of Roots and Culture that is guaranteed to keep you dancing while reflecting on your cultural heritage is what we are all about. We have performed at many occasions ranging from large reggae festivals to small intimate weddings. Regardless of the event we love sharing the joy that reggae brings as we firmly believe that REGGAE MUSIC IS LIFE!
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