Welcome to Our Circle

Raven Spirit creates contemporary dance that is rooted in Indigenous perspectives and practices. We share our work on local, national and international stages.

Our Vision
We envision a world that centers Indigenous sovereignty, leadership & experience.

20 Years of Raven Spirit Dance

It is a gift to be able to pause and reflect on the accomplishments that have been part of this 20-year journey with Raven Spirit Dance.

It is like climbing a mountain and taking a moment to look back, witnessing the path you have traveled. On this path, I see the laughter and tears shared in the rehearsal room with friends, the many performances that have connected us with our community, across the country, and internationally, and the beautiful audience members who hold our circle strong.

It is always my hope that we have broken a trail for others and that our offerings contribute to the good in the world.

– Michelle Olson, Co-Artistic Director

Photo: Melanie Orr

Photo: Erik Pinkerton

UPCOMING EVENTS

Pow Wow Practice

Experience the Power of Pow Wow Dancing!

Join Nyla Bedard for Sunday Pow Wow Practice

Open to all Indigenous, Inuit and Metis people who want to learn about powwow dancing. Each class will reflect the dancer’s interest and styles they’d like to learn. Good for beginners and those who want to practice their moves. Please wear clothes you can dance in, clean shoes or moccasins and bring a water bottle. Supported by New Works and Out Innerspace

 

Sundays, from April 12 to June 14, 2026

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Chapter 21 Film

Cineworks is proud to present a free screening of Sophia Wolfe’s experimental dance documentary,
 
Chapter 21 (2025, 30:31 minutes). Chapter 21 is a powerful experimental dance documentary that captures a pivotal chapter in the life of Indigenous dance artist, performer, and mother, Starr Muranko.

 

Cineworks Independent Filmmakers Society

Thursday, April 2nd, 2026 – 7:00 pm 

 

Photo: Melanie Orr

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BOLT

…an ensemble work combining choreographic research with the multifaceted concepts evoked by the word ‘bolt.’

BOLT embodies speed, the discharge of positive electricity, and is a connecting tool guiding the creative process within a rich tapestry of imagery, from horses to the elements of nature.

Festival TransAmériques (FTA), Montreal.

May 30, 31 and June 2, 2026.

Photo: Luciana D’Anunciação

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