about
Matriarchs Uprising brings together Indigenous women who are nurturing the art of contemporary dance.
A festival appreciated by audiences from all backgrounds, the performances are accompanied by artist talks and workshops to provide deeper insight into the creative impulses guiding the creators.
Louise Potki Bryant; photo Jasmyne Chung
festival archive
2021 2020 2019
much gratitude to our funders
Canadian Heritage
Canada Council for the Arts
City of Vancouver
British Columbia Arts Council
staff
Olivia C. Davies curator, producer
Brian Postalian general manager
Kelly McInnes marketing manager
Deanna Peters/Mutable Subject web designer