Red Sky Performance returns to The Bailey Theatre with a compelling, multisensory dance show inspired by Indigenous stories
By Contributor
The Trail & District Arts Council is excited to see the return of Red Sky Dance with their visually stunning “Miigis: Underwater Panther” on Tuesday, Nov. 3 at The Bailey Theatre.
“Miigis: Underwater Panther” is a powerful, contemporary, Indigenous dance work inspired by the Great Migration of the Anishinaabe along ancient water routes from the Atlantic Ocean to the Great Lakes.
Choreographed and directed by Sandra Laronde in collaboration with the performers, this 50-minute performance brings to life themes of origin, memory, spirit beings, and the Seven Fire Prophecies—carried forward through striking movement, music, and visual design.
Music & Sound Design is by Rick Sacks with Julian Cote, Pura Fe, Marie Gaudet, Marc Merilainen, and Pierre Mongeon. The Motion Graphics, Animation & Video Design elements were designed by Febby Tan and Lighting Design by Matt Eckensweiler. The production’s look was created by Set Designer Julia Tribe and Costume Designer Lesley Hampton.
Red Sky Performance is a global leader in contemporary Indigenous arts and culture, who bring bold and inspiring new works of dance, theatre, music, and multimedia to audiences across Canada and around the world. The Indigenous-led company celebrates Indigenous ingenuity and resilience through powerful storytelling and artistic innovation.
Sandra Laronde is the recipient of the Governor General’s Performing Arts Award for Lifetime Artistic Achievement in Dance, a multiple Dora Mavor Moore Award winner, and one of Canada’s leading cultural leaders. A member of the Teme-Augama Anishinaabe, Sandra (Misko Kizhigoo Migizii Kwe, “Red Sky Eagle Woman”) is the Founding Artistic Director of Red Sky Performance, where she has redefined contemporary performance through bold artistic vision, original works, and international collaboration.
“It’s such a privilege to bring important Indigenous works to our community, and I’m especially excited to present Migiis: Underwater Panther, as it incorporates one of my favourite art forms, contemporary dance. This captivating production is a feast for the senses, blending bold music, powerful movement, and stunning visuals into an unforgettable experience.” said Amelia Ewart, Executive & Artistic Director of the Trail & District Arts Council.
All tickets are available online at purchase.trail-arts.com, by phone at 250-368-9669, and in person at the Bailey Box Office at 1501 Cedar Ave., Trail.
This performance is made possible thanks to our sponsors Century 21 (Kootenay Homes Ltd.,), Pharmasave Trail, TECK Trail Operations and the support of our funders the BC Arts Council, BC Live Performance Network, and the Government of Canada. We also gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the Province of British Columbia.
