COMMUNITY C.H.A.T.S: Powwow Dance Styles

Program Type:

Performance, Workshop

Age Group:

Adults 19+, Teens (13-18)
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Event Details

We all know tap dance is very different from ballet. But when it comes to indigenous dance styles, what are the different forms? How would a visitor to the powwow recognize different dance categories? What do dancers do to prepare for a powwow?

In preparation for the upcoming UTTC International Powwow, MMPL is partnering with the Sacred Pipe Resource Center for a series of classes on the various cultures, traditions, and dances that are showcased at this annual powwow.

Each class will provide information about a different topic related to powwows: pow-wow visitor etiquette and expectations, powwow music, and different pow-wow dance styles. This will be especially useful for anyone non-Native who is interested in attending the powwow, but is unsure what to expect/how to show respect as a visitor.

It is not required to attend all classes within the series, but each class will highlight a different feature of the powwow, so it will be worthwhile to attend all of them!

August 15 - POWWOW HISTORY & VISITOR ETIQUETTE: This session will cover all of the basics for attending the United Tribes International Powwow on September 6-8, including the history of the event in Bismarck; what you need to know about prices; food options; times and events; what you need to bring; and some basic powwow etiquette.

August 22 - POWOW SONGS & THEIR CULTURAL SIGNIFICANCE: This session will provide participants with an overview of the different types of songs they will hear at the United Tribes International Powwow on September 6-8, including the different types of songs that go with different dance categories; honor songs; and more.

August 29 - POWWOW DANCE STYLES: This session will showcase the different dance styles that may be seen at the United Tribes International Powwow, including southern styles and variations of both southern and northern styles.

Save The Date for 2024's International Pow-wow at United Tribes!
September 6-8, 2024
https://unitedtribespowwow.com/

This three-part series is brought to you with support from the Northern Plains Heritage Area.

COMMUNITY C.H.A.T.S are MMPL programs that highlight our local, regional, and global friends and celebrate their Culture, Heritage, Arts, Traditions, and eagerness to Share these practices with their neighbors.