June 25, 2023 2:00 PM
Africa and Middle East
A world renowned artist specializing in both dance and music, Loveness Wesa, is originally from Zimbabwe. She has made the United States home for many years, and currently resides in Portland, Oregon. She has been using her talents to bring healing and entertainment to humanity and the world since childhood. Loveness enjoys creating ubuntu, meaning humanity towards others, in a gesture that reaches far beyond her local community. In every individual performance or event that she produces, she seeks to initiate a sense of love, peace and harmony as a way to transform negativity into a healing experience.
June 25, 2023 12:30 PM
Africa and Middle East
Belly dancing featuring: Morgan, Atalanta, Sahar, Ahndine, Laylah Jamal, Elinore Eden Edge, Kristen King, Chandni, Mismonsta, Jadeeika, Tahirah, and Sharla.
June 24, 2023 3:45 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, 2023 11:00 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 24, 2023 5:30 PM
Africa and Middle East Village
Dances from the Middle East and Africa.
June 25, 2023 4:45 PM
Africa/Middle East
Experience the joy, richness and the relevance of West African music and dance from countries such as Senegal, Guinea and Ghana through dance, drumming and traditional call and response songs. Habiba's warm sense of humor and genuine respect for revered African dance traditions guarantee an enjoyable and uplifting experience for all participants. In African cultures stories entertain, inspire and provoke. Some stories remind us to respect and honor our elders while others simply make us laugh! Stories teach right from wrong, remind and educate us about our own world and those worlds far, far away.
June 24, 2023 2:00 PM
Africa/Middle East
The Nigerian talking drum has its roots in the Old Oyo Empire. The hourglass-shaped drums are made of wood and goat skin. The drummer is able to produce sounds that mimic the human voice and can alter the tone by applying pressure to leather bands that run between the two drum heads.
June 24, 2023 12:30 PM
Africa/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 24, 2023 12:15 PM
Americas
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, 2023 4:30 PM
Americas
We were a very important program that started a strong collaboration with the World Beat Festival from June 27 1998 bringing our two traditional groups "Ballet Folklorico Guelaguetza:'' and "Rondalla Sentimiento Latino. The history is placed on pictures and videos. For the last seven years we lost track of what we have been doing for many years of collaboration.
June 24, 2023 3:00 PM
Americas
Isaac Engel is a classical guitarist from Oregon, currently active as a teacher, performer, and composer. At fifteen, he fell in love with the sound of the Spanish guitar and has pursued his passion to play guitar ever since. He plays Latin, Spanish, modern, and baroque music and his dream is to help people experience the beauties and the possibilities of life. Recent highlights include performing as the Corvallis Guitar Society Featured Artist, presenting the Great Music of the Guitar concert in Salem, performing in the McNary Theatre production of Mary Poppins, and teaching and accompanying at the Corban Theatre Camp. He is currently serving as a board member for the Corvallis Guitar Society. You can read more about him at isaacengelmusic.com
June 24, 2023 4:00 PM
Americas
Owned and operated by Enedice Lopez, L’Etoile Events has been serving the PNW as well as destination events for 13 years. From parties to dancing, we love to plan it all and bring events to their fullest potential. Private Events such as weddings and quinceañera are our specialty however we love to offer and be a part of class dance lessons, social events and so much more. We have had the honor of being a part of events from different cultures and customs and welcome the opportunity to educate ourselves more. Among the services we offer are; dance lessons, event planning and coordination, dance seminars for your business retreats, quinceañera choreography, wedding first dance choreo, pageantry readiness, concert planning and choreo and opening numbers for pageants, shows and concerts. Enedice also happens to be chair of children's activities for the World Beat Festival and a local Salem Keizer School District educator! Come join us as we celebrate culture through dance and events.
June 25, 2023 1:15 PM
Americas
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, 2023 2:45 PM
Americas
We were a very important program that started a strong collaboration with the World Beat Festival from June 27 1998 bringing our two traditional groups "Ballet Folklorico Guelaguetza:'' and "Rondalla Sentimiento Latino. The history is placed on pictures and videos. For the last seven years we lost track of what we have been doing for many years of collaboration.
June 24, 2023 6:30 PM
Americas
We were a very important program that started a strong collaboration with the World Beat Festival from June 27 1998 bringing our two traditional groups "Ballet Folklorico Guelaguetza:'' and "Rondalla Sentimiento Latino.
June 24, 2023 1:15 PM
Americas Village
Traditional Native American dances.
June 23, 2023 7:45 PM
Amphitheater
Touring and entertaining throughout the Northwest, The Severin Sisters have been dazzling audiences with their Americana music for over fifteen years and have had the pleasure of opening for such renowned acts as Rascal Flatts, The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, The Del McCoury Band, and The John Cowan Band. Twin sisters Amy and Heidi front the band and are highly gifted songwriters. They are now joined by their younger sister, Haley. Their bluegrass instrumentals and three-part harmonies are sure to wow audiences of all ages!
June 24, 2023 11:45 AM
Amphitheater
Monmouth Taiko, based in the Willamette Valley area of Oregon, has been performing for twenty years. They travel around the Pacific Northwest sharing the powerful and charismatic sound of taiko music.
June 25, 2022 2:15 PM
Amphitheater
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 23, 2023 10:00 PM
Amphitheater
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 23, 2023 8:45 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, 2023 5:15 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 24, 2023 1:00 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, 2023 11:45 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 24, 2023 7:15 PM
Amphitheater
Talilo Marfil Is a West Bisayan, Filipino-American Hip Hop Artist residing in Portland, Oregon. He is known for illustrating social issues, cultural island heritage, and grit through his dynamic rhyme schemes and choppy lyrics.
June 25, 2023 4:00 PM
Amphitheater
Portland Kalai Kuzhu (Pronounced as Kulu) is a local Portland based Non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and propagating the cultural arts and culture of the Tamil natives and immigrant community in Oregon. The very name of our organization Portland Kalai Kuzhu signifies the affinity and passion our volunteer Board and participating students and members have to promote and learn the folk and traditional arts from the state of Tamil Nadu, India.
June 23, 2023 6:45 PM
Amphitheater
Rich McCloud’s music is transcendent. Able to move hearts and touch souls on a deep level. With stellar lyrical content and delivery, Rich McCloud is a powerful performer with a fresh, rich and vibrant sound that combines rap, soul, hip-hop, pop, blues-rock, folk, poetry and a fiery spirit to bring inspiration to listeners world wide.
June 23, 2023 5:30 PM
Amphitheater
Salem for Refugees will kick off Friday Night at the Beat by honoring World Refugee Day with two performances from Uhuru Choir and Oregon Edendeni.
June 25, 2023 10:00 PM
Amphitheater
Enjoy yoga and beer in the park
June 24, 2023 3:15 PM
Amphitheatre
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 24, 2023 2:15 PM
Amphitheatre
Hip Hop
June 25, 2023 11:00 PM
Amphitheatre
Persian Percussion
June 24, 2023 5:45 PM
Amphitheatre
Harmony of cultures; celebrating Philippine festivals and dances. Featuring 5 of the most popular festivals in the Philippines complete with ultra colorful costumes, drums and percussions. The performance is choreographed by Ric Decatoria who also designed all of the costumes.
June 24, 2023 8:30 PM
Amphitheatre
Melao, the Spanish word for molasses, is a group of talented musicians who come together to share the beauty and exuberance of traditional, and current sounds of Cuban music. Just as molasses is transformed into one of the oldest spirits of the world, rum, Melao transforms elements of Afro- Cuban and Spanish music into vibrant, danceable music that lifts your spirit and brings joy to your heart. Virginia Lopez is the lead singer, and director of Melao de Cuba . We have been performing in Oregon, and Washington since 2005.
June 24, 2023 10:30 AM
Amphitheatre
Filipino American Friendship Club of Oregon (FAFC) was founded in 1978 and is made up of Filipino-American families who work together intergenerationally to pass on the heritage of the Philippines to their children. All things Filipino are shared together: from folk dances, food, crafts, and Tagalog words and phrases. The FAFC kids perform throughout Greater Portland and beyond at many different Filipino and multicultural events.
June 25, 2023 1:00 PM
Amphitheatre
Dance groups. Their mission: To serve Chinese community with a shared vision and resources. Performances include: Jade Dance Team, Mulan Drum Team, and Phoenix Hanfu Team.
June 25, 2023 11:30 AM
Asia Pacific
Martial Arts
June 24, 2023 3:30 PM
Asia Pacific East
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 24, 2023 2:00 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 24, 2023 6:45 PM
Asia Pacific East
Hmong Dancers, a traditional Hmong dance group, embracing the Hmong culture through our dances.
June 24, 2023 6:30 PM
Asia Pacific East
Filipino traditional dance group
June 25, 2023 12:15 PM
Asia Pacific East
Filipino Martial Arts
June 24, 2023 1:00 PM
Asia Pacific East
Micronesian Traditional Dancing
June 25, 2023 2:30 PM
Asia Pacific East
Filipino Choir
June 25, 2023 2:15 PM
Asia Pacific West
White Lotus first came together as a group of inspirational young individuals that wanted a way to not only spread cultural awareness but to make every celebration a memorable one. They perform throughout Portland and the Pacific Northwest for Chinese New Year’s, Lunar New Years, and more.
June 24, 2023 10:30 AM
Asia Pacific West
Come and catch the action! You can even participate because EVERYONE can do Karate!
June 24, 2023 1:15 PM
Asia Pacific West
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, 2023 11:00 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, 2023 4:00 PM
Asia Pacific West
Nupurum dance group presents a medley of upbeat songs that showcase the moves and expressive dance of Bollywood. This dance is choreographed by Bijal Mehta and Raksha Parikh.
June 24, 2023 4:30 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 24, 2023 11:45 AM
Asia Pacific West
Salem Japanese Bon Dancers is a group of people from the Salem area interested in sharing Japanese culture and traditions with others. They will perform 3 dances; 2 traditional “Bon” dances and 1 Japanese pop dance. Everyone is welcome to join us in these dances!
June 24, 2023 2:45 PM
Asia Pacific West
Native dance preformed by Venerable Khenpo Karma Namgyel Rinpoche
June 24, 2023 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 24, 2023 2:15 PM
Cultural Center
Ernie Quiban and the Banduria Ensemble Bagani Kali Combatives - Martial Arts
June 24, 2023 1:15 PM
Cultural Center
Born in Mexico City, Coyoacán. Cultural center of arts and cultural expressions home of famous artists like Frida and Diego. Corazón adventures started in 2022 in Portland, OR. with the main purpose to recover crafts appreciation with workshops and utilitarian handcrafts, promoting and sharing proudly the richness of Arts, Culture, and Traditions.
June 25, 2023 11:00 AM
Cultural Center
Come listen to a fascinating lecture on the history of Piñatas! The piñata has been an entertainment and heritage staple among hispanic/latino/chicano/central-American youth for generations.
June 25, 2023 2:00 PM
Cultural Center
Lamagna was born in the Philippines but spent a large part of his childhood in Detroit, returning to the Philippines when he was 11 and staying through high school and college. Family is central to this Filipino chef’s food and philosophy. His cooking is an homage to the vibrant flavors of his childhood, a tribute to his late father, and a promise to a community whose ambitions he wants to support.
June 25, 2023 4:00 PM
Cultural Center
Guatemalan Food Demonstration
June 24, 2023 12:45 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, 2023 2:45 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, 2023 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 24, 2023 1:45 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 24, 2023 10:45 AM
Stepping Stage
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, 2023 5:15 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 24, 2023 6:45 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 24, 2023 8:00 AM
Stepping Stage
American style country line dancing!
June 24, 2023 5:45 PM
Stepping Stage
Salsando - with Elías Villegas. The dance team provides shows displaying the beauty of the Latin culture through dance. Dances include: Casino Rueda, Salsa, Cumbia, Merengue, and Bachata. Performances by Individuals, couples and teams. We are an entertaining group that shares our common passion for Latin dancing and the desire to share our dance culture with our communities. Our crowd pleasing performance is followed by a crowd interaction through dance lessons that encourage and stimulate people to participate in the festivity.
June 25, 2023 4:13 PM
Stepping Stage
Louie Roa, singer performer, songwriter, and producer based in Portland, Oregon, is on the verge of making it. Dubbed the “Fil-Am Concert King of Oregon, Louie has seven successful solo concerts in Oregon and two in the Philippines.
June 24, 2023 2:15 PM
Stepping Stage
“SamaZama Duo: Masumi Timson (Koto) & Joseph Harchanko (Cello)” is a collaboration of the Koto – a Japanese traditional musical instrument played By Masumi Timson and the Cello played by Joseph Harchanko. SamaZama Duo combines the esoteric nature of traditional and contemporary Japanese music with tango, jazz, blues and western classical music, blending instruments and music of Eastern and Western cultures in a moving and uncommon musical synthesis. Their music combines these two widely divergent instruments with traditional and contemporary Koto works to create a vibrant musical soundscape that soothes and inspires.
June 24, 2023 3:45 PM
Stepping Stage
Sneaky Special is a Nigerian-African, Afro pop, Afro Beat, R&B singer/songwriter, and music producer. He demonstrates versatility in his sound and produces all genres of music, working with several top producers from across the globe. As a solo artist, he has independently made his way in the Nigerian entertainment music industry with EPs, singles, and videos aired on top TVs stations in Africa. Social media: IG: it_sneakyspecial Facebook: sneakyspecialmusic Twitter: sneakyspecial
June 25, 2023 1:55 PM
Stepping Stage
Vänta Bara (Swedish for “just wait”) consists of Kim Majors on fiddle and Marilee on nyckelharpa. Kim and Marilee started exploring Swedish folk along with some other Nordic traditional music together back in 1992. Marilee plays the nyckelharpa, an instrument that goes back to the middle ages and is now considered Sweden's national instrument. They play regularly for social Scandinavian folk dancing and dancers will join them to showcase the intrinsic tie between the traditional dance and music.
June 25, 2023 11:45 PM
Stepping Stage
For the Yeates Academy of Irish Dance: Founded in 1985, Oregon's longest running Irish dance school brings the beauty of Irish softshoe and the thunder of Irish hardshoe to the World Beat stage. Joined this year by their sister troupe, the MAC Irish Dancers from McMinnville, come enjoy this spectacular showcase from the Emerald Isle
June 23, 2023 10:30 PM
Thermogenesis
Professional Fire Dancing
June 25, 2022 2:15 PM
Amphitheater
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 23, 2023 5:30 PM
Amphitheater
Salem for Refugees will kick off Friday Night at the Beat by honoring World Refugee Day with two performances from Uhuru Choir and Oregon Edendeni.
June 23, 2023 6:45 PM
Amphitheater
Rich McCloud’s music is transcendent. Able to move hearts and touch souls on a deep level. With stellar lyrical content and delivery, Rich McCloud is a powerful performer with a fresh, rich and vibrant sound that combines rap, soul, hip-hop, pop, blues-rock, folk, poetry and a fiery spirit to bring inspiration to listeners world wide.
June 23, 2023 7:45 PM
Amphitheater
Touring and entertaining throughout the Northwest, The Severin Sisters have been dazzling audiences with their Americana music for over fifteen years and have had the pleasure of opening for such renowned acts as Rascal Flatts, The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, The Del McCoury Band, and The John Cowan Band. Twin sisters Amy and Heidi front the band and are highly gifted songwriters. They are now joined by their younger sister, Haley. Their bluegrass instrumentals and three-part harmonies are sure to wow audiences of all ages!
June 23, 2023 8:45 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 23, 2023 10:00 PM
Amphitheater
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 23, 2023 10:30 PM
Thermogenesis
Professional Fire Dancing
June 24, 2023 1:45 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 24, 2023 8:00 AM
Stepping Stage
American style country line dancing!
June 24, 2023 10:30 AM
Asia Pacific West
Come and catch the action! You can even participate because EVERYONE can do Karate!
June 24, 2023 10:30 AM
Amphitheatre
Filipino American Friendship Club of Oregon (FAFC) was founded in 1978 and is made up of Filipino-American families who work together intergenerationally to pass on the heritage of the Philippines to their children. All things Filipino are shared together: from folk dances, food, crafts, and Tagalog words and phrases. The FAFC kids perform throughout Greater Portland and beyond at many different Filipino and multicultural events.
June 24, 2023 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 24, 2023 10:45 AM
Stepping Stage
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 24, 2023 11:45 AM
Amphitheater
Monmouth Taiko, based in the Willamette Valley area of Oregon, has been performing for twenty years. They travel around the Pacific Northwest sharing the powerful and charismatic sound of taiko music.
June 24, 2023 11:45 AM
Asia Pacific West
Salem Japanese Bon Dancers is a group of people from the Salem area interested in sharing Japanese culture and traditions with others. They will perform 3 dances; 2 traditional “Bon” dances and 1 Japanese pop dance. Everyone is welcome to join us in these dances!
June 24, 2023 12:15 PM
Americas
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, 2023 12:30 PM
Africa/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 24, 2023 12:45 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, 2023 1:00 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 24, 2023 1:00 PM
Asia Pacific East
Micronesian Traditional Dancing
June 24, 2023 1:15 PM
Asia Pacific West
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 24, 2023 1:15 PM
Americas Village
Traditional Native American dances.
June 24, 2023 1:15 PM
Cultural Center
Born in Mexico City, Coyoacán. Cultural center of arts and cultural expressions home of famous artists like Frida and Diego. Corazón adventures started in 2022 in Portland, OR. with the main purpose to recover crafts appreciation with workshops and utilitarian handcrafts, promoting and sharing proudly the richness of Arts, Culture, and Traditions.
June 24, 2023 2:00 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 24, 2023 2:00 PM
Africa/Middle East
The Nigerian talking drum has its roots in the Old Oyo Empire. The hourglass-shaped drums are made of wood and goat skin. The drummer is able to produce sounds that mimic the human voice and can alter the tone by applying pressure to leather bands that run between the two drum heads.
June 24, 2023 2:15 PM
Amphitheatre
Hip Hop
June 24, 2023 2:15 PM
Cultural Center
Ernie Quiban and the Banduria Ensemble Bagani Kali Combatives - Martial Arts
June 24, 2023 2:15 PM
Stepping Stage
“SamaZama Duo: Masumi Timson (Koto) & Joseph Harchanko (Cello)” is a collaboration of the Koto – a Japanese traditional musical instrument played By Masumi Timson and the Cello played by Joseph Harchanko. SamaZama Duo combines the esoteric nature of traditional and contemporary Japanese music with tango, jazz, blues and western classical music, blending instruments and music of Eastern and Western cultures in a moving and uncommon musical synthesis. Their music combines these two widely divergent instruments with traditional and contemporary Koto works to create a vibrant musical soundscape that soothes and inspires.
June 24, 2023 2:45 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 24, 2023 2:45 PM
Asia Pacific West
Native dance preformed by Venerable Khenpo Karma Namgyel Rinpoche
June 24, 2023 3:00 PM
Americas
Isaac Engel is a classical guitarist from Oregon, currently active as a teacher, performer, and composer. At fifteen, he fell in love with the sound of the Spanish guitar and has pursued his passion to play guitar ever since. He plays Latin, Spanish, modern, and baroque music and his dream is to help people experience the beauties and the possibilities of life. Recent highlights include performing as the Corvallis Guitar Society Featured Artist, presenting the Great Music of the Guitar concert in Salem, performing in the McNary Theatre production of Mary Poppins, and teaching and accompanying at the Corban Theatre Camp. He is currently serving as a board member for the Corvallis Guitar Society. You can read more about him at isaacengelmusic.com
June 24, 2023 3:15 PM
Amphitheatre
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 24, 2023 3:30 PM
Asia Pacific East
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 24, 2023 3:45 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 24, 2023 3:45 PM
Stepping Stage
Sneaky Special is a Nigerian-African, Afro pop, Afro Beat, R&B singer/songwriter, and music producer. He demonstrates versatility in his sound and produces all genres of music, working with several top producers from across the globe. As a solo artist, he has independently made his way in the Nigerian entertainment music industry with EPs, singles, and videos aired on top TVs stations in Africa. Social media: IG: it_sneakyspecial Facebook: sneakyspecialmusic Twitter: sneakyspecial
June 24, 2023 4:00 PM
Americas
Owned and operated by Enedice Lopez, L’Etoile Events has been serving the PNW as well as destination events for 13 years. From parties to dancing, we love to plan it all and bring events to their fullest potential. Private Events such as weddings and quinceañera are our specialty however we love to offer and be a part of class dance lessons, social events and so much more. We have had the honor of being a part of events from different cultures and customs and welcome the opportunity to educate ourselves more. Among the services we offer are; dance lessons, event planning and coordination, dance seminars for your business retreats, quinceañera choreography, wedding first dance choreo, pageantry readiness, concert planning and choreo and opening numbers for pageants, shows and concerts. Enedice also happens to be chair of children's activities for the World Beat Festival and a local Salem Keizer School District educator! Come join us as we celebrate culture through dance and events.
June 24, 2023 4:30 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 24, 2023 4:30 PM
Americas
We were a very important program that started a strong collaboration with the World Beat Festival from June 27 1998 bringing our two traditional groups "Ballet Folklorico Guelaguetza:'' and "Rondalla Sentimiento Latino. The history is placed on pictures and videos. For the last seven years we lost track of what we have been doing for many years of collaboration.
June 24, 2023 5:30 PM
Africa and Middle East Village
Dances from the Middle East and Africa.
June 24, 2023 5:45 PM
Amphitheatre
Harmony of cultures; celebrating Philippine festivals and dances. Featuring 5 of the most popular festivals in the Philippines complete with ultra colorful costumes, drums and percussions. The performance is choreographed by Ric Decatoria who also designed all of the costumes.
June 24, 2023 5:45 PM
Stepping Stage
Salsando - with Elías Villegas. The dance team provides shows displaying the beauty of the Latin culture through dance. Dances include: Casino Rueda, Salsa, Cumbia, Merengue, and Bachata. Performances by Individuals, couples and teams. We are an entertaining group that shares our common passion for Latin dancing and the desire to share our dance culture with our communities. Our crowd pleasing performance is followed by a crowd interaction through dance lessons that encourage and stimulate people to participate in the festivity.
June 24, 2023 6:30 PM
Asia Pacific East
Filipino traditional dance group
June 24, 2023 6:30 PM
Americas
We were a very important program that started a strong collaboration with the World Beat Festival from June 27 1998 bringing our two traditional groups "Ballet Folklorico Guelaguetza:'' and "Rondalla Sentimiento Latino.
June 24, 2023 6:45 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 24, 2023 6:45 PM
Asia Pacific East
Hmong Dancers, a traditional Hmong dance group, embracing the Hmong culture through our dances.
June 24, 2023 7:15 PM
Amphitheater
Talilo Marfil Is a West Bisayan, Filipino-American Hip Hop Artist residing in Portland, Oregon. He is known for illustrating social issues, cultural island heritage, and grit through his dynamic rhyme schemes and choppy lyrics.
June 24, 2023 8:30 PM
Amphitheatre
Melao, the Spanish word for molasses, is a group of talented musicians who come together to share the beauty and exuberance of traditional, and current sounds of Cuban music. Just as molasses is transformed into one of the oldest spirits of the world, rum, Melao transforms elements of Afro- Cuban and Spanish music into vibrant, danceable music that lifts your spirit and brings joy to your heart. Virginia Lopez is the lead singer, and director of Melao de Cuba . We have been performing in Oregon, and Washington since 2005.
June 25, 2023 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, 2023 11:00 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, 2023 11:00 AM
Cultural Center
Come listen to a fascinating lecture on the history of Piñatas! The piñata has been an entertainment and heritage staple among hispanic/latino/chicano/central-American youth for generations.
June 25, 2023 11:30 AM
Asia Pacific
Martial Arts
June 25, 2023 12:15 PM
Asia Pacific East
Filipino Martial Arts
June 25, 2023 12:30 PM
Africa and Middle East
Belly dancing featuring: Morgan, Atalanta, Sahar, Ahndine, Laylah Jamal, Elinore Eden Edge, Kristen King, Chandni, Mismonsta, Jadeeika, Tahirah, and Sharla.
June 25, 2023 1:00 PM
Amphitheatre
Dance groups. Their mission: To serve Chinese community with a shared vision and resources. Performances include: Jade Dance Team, Mulan Drum Team, and Phoenix Hanfu Team.
June 25, 2023 1:15 PM
Americas
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, 2023 1:55 PM
Stepping Stage
Vänta Bara (Swedish for “just wait”) consists of Kim Majors on fiddle and Marilee on nyckelharpa. Kim and Marilee started exploring Swedish folk along with some other Nordic traditional music together back in 1992. Marilee plays the nyckelharpa, an instrument that goes back to the middle ages and is now considered Sweden's national instrument. They play regularly for social Scandinavian folk dancing and dancers will join them to showcase the intrinsic tie between the traditional dance and music.
June 25, 2023 2:00 PM
Cultural Center
Lamagna was born in the Philippines but spent a large part of his childhood in Detroit, returning to the Philippines when he was 11 and staying through high school and college. Family is central to this Filipino chef’s food and philosophy. His cooking is an homage to the vibrant flavors of his childhood, a tribute to his late father, and a promise to a community whose ambitions he wants to support.
June 25, 2023 2:00 PM
Africa and Middle East
A world renowned artist specializing in both dance and music, Loveness Wesa, is originally from Zimbabwe. She has made the United States home for many years, and currently resides in Portland, Oregon. She has been using her talents to bring healing and entertainment to humanity and the world since childhood. Loveness enjoys creating ubuntu, meaning humanity towards others, in a gesture that reaches far beyond her local community. In every individual performance or event that she produces, she seeks to initiate a sense of love, peace and harmony as a way to transform negativity into a healing experience.
June 25, 2023 2:15 PM
Asia Pacific West
White Lotus first came together as a group of inspirational young individuals that wanted a way to not only spread cultural awareness but to make every celebration a memorable one. They perform throughout Portland and the Pacific Northwest for Chinese New Year’s, Lunar New Years, and more.
June 25, 2023 2:30 PM
Asia Pacific East
Filipino Choir
June 25, 2023 2:45 PM
Americas
We were a very important program that started a strong collaboration with the World Beat Festival from June 27 1998 bringing our two traditional groups "Ballet Folklorico Guelaguetza:'' and "Rondalla Sentimiento Latino. The history is placed on pictures and videos. For the last seven years we lost track of what we have been doing for many years of collaboration.
June 25, 2023 4:00 PM
Asia Pacific West
Nupurum dance group presents a medley of upbeat songs that showcase the moves and expressive dance of Bollywood. This dance is choreographed by Bijal Mehta and Raksha Parikh.
June 25, 2023 4:00 PM
Amphitheater
Portland Kalai Kuzhu (Pronounced as Kulu) is a local Portland based Non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and propagating the cultural arts and culture of the Tamil natives and immigrant community in Oregon. The very name of our organization Portland Kalai Kuzhu signifies the affinity and passion our volunteer Board and participating students and members have to promote and learn the folk and traditional arts from the state of Tamil Nadu, India.
June 25, 2023 4:00 PM
Cultural Center
Guatemalan Food Demonstration
June 25, 2023 4:13 PM
Stepping Stage
Louie Roa, singer performer, songwriter, and producer based in Portland, Oregon, is on the verge of making it. Dubbed the “Fil-Am Concert King of Oregon, Louie has seven successful solo concerts in Oregon and two in the Philippines.
June 25, 2023 4:45 PM
Africa/Middle East
Experience the joy, richness and the relevance of West African music and dance from countries such as Senegal, Guinea and Ghana through dance, drumming and traditional call and response songs. Habiba's warm sense of humor and genuine respect for revered African dance traditions guarantee an enjoyable and uplifting experience for all participants. In African cultures stories entertain, inspire and provoke. Some stories remind us to respect and honor our elders while others simply make us laugh! Stories teach right from wrong, remind and educate us about our own world and those worlds far, far away.
June 25, 2023 5:15 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, 2023 5:15 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 25, 2023 10:00 PM
Amphitheater
Enjoy yoga and beer in the park
June 25, 2023 11:00 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, 2023 11:00 PM
Amphitheatre
Persian Percussion
June 25, 2023 11:45 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 25, 2023 11:45 PM
Stepping Stage
For the Yeates Academy of Irish Dance: Founded in 1985, Oregon's longest running Irish dance school brings the beauty of Irish softshoe and the thunder of Irish hardshoe to the World Beat stage. Joined this year by their sister troupe, the MAC Irish Dancers from McMinnville, come enjoy this spectacular showcase from the Emerald Isle
June 24, 2023 3:15 PM
Amphitheatre
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, 2023 11:00 PM
Amphitheatre
Persian Percussion
June 25, 2023 11:30 AM
Asia Pacific
Martial Arts
June 24, 2023 2:45 PM
Asia Pacific West
Native dance preformed by Venerable Khenpo Karma Namgyel Rinpoche
June 25, 2023 4:00 PM
Asia Pacific West
Nupurum dance group presents a medley of upbeat songs that showcase the moves and expressive dance of Bollywood. This dance is choreographed by Bijal Mehta and Raksha Parikh.
June 24, 2023 2:45 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 24, 2023 12:15 PM
Americas
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, 2023 2:00 PM
Cultural Center
Lamagna was born in the Philippines but spent a large part of his childhood in Detroit, returning to the Philippines when he was 11 and staying through high school and college. Family is central to this Filipino chef’s food and philosophy. His cooking is an homage to the vibrant flavors of his childhood, a tribute to his late father, and a promise to a community whose ambitions he wants to support.
June 24, 2023 1:15 PM
Cultural Center
Born in Mexico City, Coyoacán. Cultural center of arts and cultural expressions home of famous artists like Frida and Diego. Corazón adventures started in 2022 in Portland, OR. with the main purpose to recover crafts appreciation with workshops and utilitarian handcrafts, promoting and sharing proudly the richness of Arts, Culture, and Traditions.
June 24, 2023 12:45 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 23, 2023 8:45 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, 2023 6:45 PM
Asia Pacific East
Hmong Dancers, a traditional Hmong dance group, embracing the Hmong culture through our dances.
June 25, 2023 4:00 PM
Cultural Center
Guatemalan Food Demonstration
June 24, 2023 6:30 PM
Americas
We were a very important program that started a strong collaboration with the World Beat Festival from June 27 1998 bringing our two traditional groups "Ballet Folklorico Guelaguetza:'' and "Rondalla Sentimiento Latino.
June 24, 2023 4:30 PM
Americas
We were a very important program that started a strong collaboration with the World Beat Festival from June 27 1998 bringing our two traditional groups "Ballet Folklorico Guelaguetza:'' and "Rondalla Sentimiento Latino. The history is placed on pictures and videos. For the last seven years we lost track of what we have been doing for many years of collaboration.
June 25, 2023 2:45 PM
Americas
We were a very important program that started a strong collaboration with the World Beat Festival from June 27 1998 bringing our two traditional groups "Ballet Folklorico Guelaguetza:'' and "Rondalla Sentimiento Latino. The history is placed on pictures and videos. For the last seven years we lost track of what we have been doing for many years of collaboration.
June 24, 2023 6:30 PM
Asia Pacific East
Filipino traditional dance group
June 25, 2023 2:30 PM
Asia Pacific East
Filipino Choir
June 24, 2023 10:30 AM
Amphitheatre
Filipino American Friendship Club of Oregon (FAFC) was founded in 1978 and is made up of Filipino-American families who work together intergenerationally to pass on the heritage of the Philippines to their children. All things Filipino are shared together: from folk dances, food, crafts, and Tagalog words and phrases. The FAFC kids perform throughout Greater Portland and beyond at many different Filipino and multicultural events.
June 24, 2023 2:15 PM
Cultural Center
Ernie Quiban and the Banduria Ensemble Bagani Kali Combatives - Martial Arts
June 24, 2023 3:45 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 24, 2023 3:30 PM
Asia Pacific East
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, 2023 4:45 PM
Africa/Middle East
Experience the joy, richness and the relevance of West African music and dance from countries such as Senegal, Guinea and Ghana through dance, drumming and traditional call and response songs. Habiba's warm sense of humor and genuine respect for revered African dance traditions guarantee an enjoyable and uplifting experience for all participants. In African cultures stories entertain, inspire and provoke. Some stories remind us to respect and honor our elders while others simply make us laugh! Stories teach right from wrong, remind and educate us about our own world and those worlds far, far away.
June 24, 2023 4:30 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 24, 2023 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 24, 2023 1:15 PM
Asia Pacific West
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 24, 2023 3:00 PM
Americas
Isaac Engel is a classical guitarist from Oregon, currently active as a teacher, performer, and composer. At fifteen, he fell in love with the sound of the Spanish guitar and has pursued his passion to play guitar ever since. He plays Latin, Spanish, modern, and baroque music and his dream is to help people experience the beauties and the possibilities of life. Recent highlights include performing as the Corvallis Guitar Society Featured Artist, presenting the Great Music of the Guitar concert in Salem, performing in the McNary Theatre production of Mary Poppins, and teaching and accompanying at the Corban Theatre Camp. He is currently serving as a board member for the Corvallis Guitar Society. You can read more about him at isaacengelmusic.com
June 25, 2023 5:15 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 24, 2023 10:30 AM
Asia Pacific West
Come and catch the action! You can even participate because EVERYONE can do Karate!
June 24, 2023 4:00 PM
Americas
Owned and operated by Enedice Lopez, L’Etoile Events has been serving the PNW as well as destination events for 13 years. From parties to dancing, we love to plan it all and bring events to their fullest potential. Private Events such as weddings and quinceañera are our specialty however we love to offer and be a part of class dance lessons, social events and so much more. We have had the honor of being a part of events from different cultures and customs and welcome the opportunity to educate ourselves more. Among the services we offer are; dance lessons, event planning and coordination, dance seminars for your business retreats, quinceañera choreography, wedding first dance choreo, pageantry readiness, concert planning and choreo and opening numbers for pageants, shows and concerts. Enedice also happens to be chair of children's activities for the World Beat Festival and a local Salem Keizer School District educator! Come join us as we celebrate culture through dance and events.
June 25, 2023 11:45 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 24, 2023 2:15 PM
Amphitheatre
Hip Hop
June 25, 2023 4:13 PM
Stepping Stage
Louie Roa, singer performer, songwriter, and producer based in Portland, Oregon, is on the verge of making it. Dubbed the “Fil-Am Concert King of Oregon, Louie has seven successful solo concerts in Oregon and two in the Philippines.
June 25, 2023 2:00 PM
Africa and Middle East
A world renowned artist specializing in both dance and music, Loveness Wesa, is originally from Zimbabwe. She has made the United States home for many years, and currently resides in Portland, Oregon. She has been using her talents to bring healing and entertainment to humanity and the world since childhood. Loveness enjoys creating ubuntu, meaning humanity towards others, in a gesture that reaches far beyond her local community. In every individual performance or event that she produces, she seeks to initiate a sense of love, peace and harmony as a way to transform negativity into a healing experience.
June 24, 2023 1:00 PM
Asia Pacific East
Micronesian Traditional Dancing
June 24, 2023 8:30 PM
Amphitheatre
Melao, the Spanish word for molasses, is a group of talented musicians who come together to share the beauty and exuberance of traditional, and current sounds of Cuban music. Just as molasses is transformed into one of the oldest spirits of the world, rum, Melao transforms elements of Afro- Cuban and Spanish music into vibrant, danceable music that lifts your spirit and brings joy to your heart. Virginia Lopez is the lead singer, and director of Melao de Cuba . We have been performing in Oregon, and Washington since 2005.
June 24, 2023 2:00 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 24, 2023 11:45 AM
Amphitheater
Monmouth Taiko, based in the Willamette Valley area of Oregon, has been performing for twenty years. They travel around the Pacific Northwest sharing the powerful and charismatic sound of taiko music.
June 24, 2023 12:30 PM
Africa/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 24, 2023 2:00 PM
Africa/Middle East
The Nigerian talking drum has its roots in the Old Oyo Empire. The hourglass-shaped drums are made of wood and goat skin. The drummer is able to produce sounds that mimic the human voice and can alter the tone by applying pressure to leather bands that run between the two drum heads.
June 25, 2023 1:00 PM
Amphitheatre
Dance groups. Their mission: To serve Chinese community with a shared vision and resources. Performances include: Jade Dance Team, Mulan Drum Team, and Phoenix Hanfu Team.
June 24, 2023 8:00 AM
Stepping Stage
American style country line dancing!
June 24, 2023 1:00 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 23, 2023 10:00 PM
Amphitheater
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 2:15 PM
Amphitheater
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 24, 2023 5:45 PM
Amphitheatre
Harmony of cultures; celebrating Philippine festivals and dances. Featuring 5 of the most popular festivals in the Philippines complete with ultra colorful costumes, drums and percussions. The performance is choreographed by Ric Decatoria who also designed all of the costumes.
June 25, 2023 11:00 AM
Cultural Center
Come listen to a fascinating lecture on the history of Piñatas! The piñata has been an entertainment and heritage staple among hispanic/latino/chicano/central-American youth for generations.
June 25, 2023 12:30 PM
Africa and Middle East
Belly dancing featuring: Morgan, Atalanta, Sahar, Ahndine, Laylah Jamal, Elinore Eden Edge, Kristen King, Chandni, Mismonsta, Jadeeika, Tahirah, and Sharla.
June 25, 2023 4:00 PM
Amphitheater
Portland Kalai Kuzhu (Pronounced as Kulu) is a local Portland based Non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and propagating the cultural arts and culture of the Tamil natives and immigrant community in Oregon. The very name of our organization Portland Kalai Kuzhu signifies the affinity and passion our volunteer Board and participating students and members have to promote and learn the folk and traditional arts from the state of Tamil Nadu, India.
June 23, 2023 6:45 PM
Amphitheater
Rich McCloud’s music is transcendent. Able to move hearts and touch souls on a deep level. With stellar lyrical content and delivery, Rich McCloud is a powerful performer with a fresh, rich and vibrant sound that combines rap, soul, hip-hop, pop, blues-rock, folk, poetry and a fiery spirit to bring inspiration to listeners world wide.
June 25, 2023 12:15 PM
Asia Pacific East
Filipino Martial Arts
June 25, 2023 11:00 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 24, 2023 5:30 PM
Africa and Middle East Village
Dances from the Middle East and Africa.
June 24, 2023 1:45 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 24, 2023 11:45 AM
Asia Pacific West
Salem Japanese Bon Dancers is a group of people from the Salem area interested in sharing Japanese culture and traditions with others. They will perform 3 dances; 2 traditional “Bon” dances and 1 Japanese pop dance. Everyone is welcome to join us in these dances!
June 25, 2023 1:15 PM
Americas
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 24, 2023 2:15 PM
Stepping Stage
“SamaZama Duo: Masumi Timson (Koto) & Joseph Harchanko (Cello)” is a collaboration of the Koto – a Japanese traditional musical instrument played By Masumi Timson and the Cello played by Joseph Harchanko. SamaZama Duo combines the esoteric nature of traditional and contemporary Japanese music with tango, jazz, blues and western classical music, blending instruments and music of Eastern and Western cultures in a moving and uncommon musical synthesis. Their music combines these two widely divergent instruments with traditional and contemporary Koto works to create a vibrant musical soundscape that soothes and inspires.
June 24, 2023 1:15 PM
Americas Village
Traditional Native American dances.
June 24, 2023 3:45 PM
Stepping Stage
Sneaky Special is a Nigerian-African, Afro pop, Afro Beat, R&B singer/songwriter, and music producer. He demonstrates versatility in his sound and produces all genres of music, working with several top producers from across the globe. As a solo artist, he has independently made his way in the Nigerian entertainment music industry with EPs, singles, and videos aired on top TVs stations in Africa. Social media: IG: it_sneakyspecial Facebook: sneakyspecialmusic Twitter: sneakyspecial
June 24, 2023 7:15 PM
Amphitheater
Talilo Marfil Is a West Bisayan, Filipino-American Hip Hop Artist residing in Portland, Oregon. He is known for illustrating social issues, cultural island heritage, and grit through his dynamic rhyme schemes and choppy lyrics.
June 24, 2023 6:45 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, 2023 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, 2023 5:15 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 23, 2023 7:45 PM
Amphitheater
Touring and entertaining throughout the Northwest, The Severin Sisters have been dazzling audiences with their Americana music for over fifteen years and have had the pleasure of opening for such renowned acts as Rascal Flatts, The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, The Del McCoury Band, and The John Cowan Band. Twin sisters Amy and Heidi front the band and are highly gifted songwriters. They are now joined by their younger sister, Haley. Their bluegrass instrumentals and three-part harmonies are sure to wow audiences of all ages!
June 23, 2023 10:30 PM
Thermogenesis
Professional Fire Dancing
June 25, 2023 1:55 PM
Stepping Stage
Vänta Bara (Swedish for “just wait”) consists of Kim Majors on fiddle and Marilee on nyckelharpa. Kim and Marilee started exploring Swedish folk along with some other Nordic traditional music together back in 1992. Marilee plays the nyckelharpa, an instrument that goes back to the middle ages and is now considered Sweden's national instrument. They play regularly for social Scandinavian folk dancing and dancers will join them to showcase the intrinsic tie between the traditional dance and music.
June 25, 2023 11:00 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, 2023 2:15 PM
Asia Pacific West
White Lotus first came together as a group of inspirational young individuals that wanted a way to not only spread cultural awareness but to make every celebration a memorable one. They perform throughout Portland and the Pacific Northwest for Chinese New Year’s, Lunar New Years, and more.
June 24, 2023 10:45 AM
Stepping Stage
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 23, 2023 5:30 PM
Amphitheater
Salem for Refugees will kick off Friday Night at the Beat by honoring World Refugee Day with two performances from Uhuru Choir and Oregon Edendeni.
June 25, 2023 11:45 PM
Stepping Stage
For the Yeates Academy of Irish Dance: Founded in 1985, Oregon's longest running Irish dance school brings the beauty of Irish softshoe and the thunder of Irish hardshoe to the World Beat stage. Joined this year by their sister troupe, the MAC Irish Dancers from McMinnville, come enjoy this spectacular showcase from the Emerald Isle
June 25, 2023 10:00 PM
Amphitheater
Enjoy yoga and beer in the park
June 24, 2023 5:45 PM
Stepping Stage
Salsando - with Elías Villegas. The dance team provides shows displaying the beauty of the Latin culture through dance. Dances include: Casino Rueda, Salsa, Cumbia, Merengue, and Bachata. Performances by Individuals, couples and teams. We are an entertaining group that shares our common passion for Latin dancing and the desire to share our dance culture with our communities. Our crowd pleasing performance is followed by a crowd interaction through dance lessons that encourage and stimulate people to participate in the festivity.
June 23, 2023 8:45 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, 2023 7:15 PM
Amphitheater
Talilo Marfil Is a West Bisayan, Filipino-American Hip Hop Artist residing in Portland, Oregon. He is known for illustrating social issues, cultural island heritage, and grit through his dynamic rhyme schemes and choppy lyrics.
June 24, 2023 8:30 PM
Amphitheatre
Melao, the Spanish word for molasses, is a group of talented musicians who come together to share the beauty and exuberance of traditional, and current sounds of Cuban music. Just as molasses is transformed into one of the oldest spirits of the world, rum, Melao transforms elements of Afro- Cuban and Spanish music into vibrant, danceable music that lifts your spirit and brings joy to your heart. Virginia Lopez is the lead singer, and director of Melao de Cuba . We have been performing in Oregon, and Washington since 2005.
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