VISION
We seek to explore the link between the traditional indigenous cultures of America and contemporary artistic expressions, thus creating a spectacular new indigenous dance theater.
OBJECTIVES
In service to our vision, we seek to:
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Create and produce innovative dance theatre works of excellence.

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Collaborate with indigenous artists from a wide variety of fields in creating a unique aesthetic.

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Connect with the widest possible audience, providing patrons with a magical theater experience.

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Serve as cultural ambassadors, nationally and internationally.

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Become self-sustaining financially, and create good company jobs.

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Initiate and sustain cultural exchange programs with global indigenous cultures.

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Nourish respectful cultural links among indigenous peoples.

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Train and inspire young people in a supportive environment.

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Give voice to social, environmental, and political issues through art.

ACTIVITIES
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Performance: Earth Dance Theater, a professional dance company.

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Training: summer intensive training workshop on a college campus.

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Research: ethnographic investigation to ground the creative process
