Equity
Diversity
Inclusion
Crimson Coast Dance Association is thrilled to announce that we offer ASL interpreter services for all our events. If you wish to book an interpreter, please email us at dance@crimsoncoast.com
Welcome to
CRIMSON COAST DANCE
The mission of Crimson Coast Dance Society is to develop and support contemporary dance creations, productions, performances and educational opportunities at both grassroots and professional levels in central Vancouver Island.
Crimson Coast Dance is passionate about bringing diverse, high-calibre artistic opportunities to the Nanaimo area, which would not otherwise be available. These opportunities provide the Nanaimo community with a remarkable opportunity to learn from established professional artists in addition to seeing their performance work in a fully staged performance environment.
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events
Past Events
Past Events
On-Going Events
Our Hybrid Future
Access our archive of engaging discussions on technology and art!
Dance Trail
An augmented reality dance piece you can take with you!
Mixed Abilities Dance Jam
First Friday Each Month
10:30-11:30am
Our Programming
Events
We present live performance art by Locally, Regionally, Nationally and Internationally recognized artists all year long through our Main Stage Series and each summer at our annual Dance Festival. Scale varies from Grande Spectacle to home-grown offerings, in theatres, in alternative venues, in situ. Festivals, Pop-up and interactive events season a vibrant presentation series.
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Workshops
Workshops take the form of one-off or series classes, Master Classes, specialty workshops, residencies and laboratories. These interactions, with each guest artists on our season roster, local masters, and those getting their feet wet, are offered throughout the year for all participants. Audiences get to learn craft and experience movement in new ways!
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Programs
We are delighted to offer ongoing dance experiences that are inclusive and educational and reach diverse age groups. These include integrated dance classes as well as opportunities for teens to explore career options in the performing arts. The Body Talk Program, led by Indigenous facilitators, seeks to engage Indigenous and non-Indigenous youth to learn how to produce shows as a team and through a cultural lens.
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Support Us
Dance is Magic, Dance is Medicine. Your support as a ticket buyer, member, board director, participant, donor, artist, sponsor quickens our ability to bring this innovative art form to Nanaimo. Together we hold a place for that which is innovative and inspiring, for that which stimulates dialogue and for that which is beautiful.
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Crimson Coast Dance is thankful to have the support of the following funders:
Momentous Moves: Dance Into the Future with Crimson Coast Dance!
Crimson Coast Dance is kicking off our unique fundraising campaign.
We need YOU to join the movement!
Your Support Makes a Difference
- No Empty Seats: Subsidized events ensure everyone can experience dance, offering free seats to Indigenous community members and affordable options for students and seniors.
- Body Talk Program: Engaging underserved youth in leadership, creativity, and confidence through the arts.
- InFrinGinG Dance Festival: Two days of free, joyous cultural celebration every July!
- DanceAble Project: Free, inclusive dance classes for all abilities—breaking barriers and building community.
Dance is more than art—it’s connection, well-being, and cultural heritage. Together, let’s ensure it thrives for generations to come.
Footage: Genevieve Johnson, https://crimsoncoastdance.com/accessing-here-and-now/
