Beverley Jacobs, Law Professor/Sr. Advisor to President of Indigenous Relations & Outreach, University of Windsor
Chief Stacey LaForme of Mississaugas of New Credit First Nation
Sandra Laronde, Executive & Artistic Director at Red Sky Performance
Cliff Cardinal, award-winning writer and performer

On October 23, 2023, join us for a thought-provoking panel discussion on the meaning of a Land Acknowledgement. Indigenous leaders discuss the importance of recognizing traditional territories and the cultural and spiritual relationship to the land. This is a unique opportunity to learn and engage in a lively dialogue with Indigenous leaders. How can a Land Acknowledgement be a first step? How can it also be a call to action?

Available on RedSkyTV: https://www.redskytv.com/products/redtalks-the-meaning-of-a-land-acknowledgement

On September 27, 2023 at 12 noon, Red Sky facilitated a conversation with SOCAN about reconciliation for children and families. Sandra Laronde discussed the importance in creating stories for children and families on the topic of reconciliation and walked through a study guide for a deeper understanding on how to explore reconciliation as a family.

Zoom

On September 5, 2023 at 12 noon, Red Sky facilitated a unique opportunity for SOCAN to hear from Indigenous leader Michael DeGagné, President & CEO of Indspire, as he takes us on a journey through Indigenous modern history. We learn about the impact of residential schools and work towards self-governance. Moderated by Sandra Laronde, we discover what reconciliation means today from Michael’s perspective directly.

Zoom

On September 8, 2023, Red Sky performed an excerpt of Miigis at the 50th Anniversary of the Native Courtworker and Counselling Association of British Columbia.

NCCABC is a critical organization that provides direct support to two First Nations Courts in the province of B.C: Westminister and Duncan. They provide culturally-appropriate services to Indigenous people and communities consistent with their needs in the criminal justice system where people are treated with dignity and respect.

Four Red Sky contemporary dancers travelled to Vancouver to perform in celebration of this epic 50th anniversary achievement.

Vancouver, British Columbia

The Indspire Awards represent the highest honour the Indigenous community bestows upon its own people, recognizing Indigenous professionals and youth who demonstrate outstanding career achievement on a national level.

As an award-winning arts innovator, multidisciplinary artist, and leader Sandra Laronde has been changing the cultural landscape across Turtle Island – and around the world.

Sandra is the founder of game-changing arts organizations, including Red Sky Performance, a leading company of contemporary Indigenous performance that has won numerous awards and created an enduring worldwide legacy.

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On February 10-12 and April 21-23, 2023, director, choreographer and teacher, Carlos Rivera visited the University of Kansas to take part in a collaborative program sponsored by the Lied Center of Kansas (and other KU departments) and the Kansas Creative Arts Industries. This collaborative, mentor-based program connects young Indigenous artists to professional Indigenous artists working in performance art, visual art and film. His visit helped to expand the collaborative program to include dance and theatre. In that season, three professional artists took part including Musician, Martha Redbone; Visual artist, Reyna Hernandez and Dance/Theatre artist, Carlos Rivera.

Lawrence, Kansas

On March 8 & 9, Fifteen architectural students & 3 faculty members from Columbia University visited Temagami, northern Ontario where they learned about Anishinaabe culture, history, and worldview

Temagami, northern Ontario

Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

March 1, 2023 at 7 pm

Red Sky Performance held an intermediate dance class at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, facilitated by dancers Mio Sakamoto and Daniela Carmona.

Washington, DC

Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

March 1, 2023 at 4 pm

Red Sky Performance held a masterclass at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, facilitated by dancer Eddie Elliott.

Washington, DC

University of Oregon

February 27, 2023

Red Sky Performance held a masterclass at the University of Oregon’s Dance Department, facilitated by dancers Eddie Elliott and Daniela Carmona.

Eugene, Oregon