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WA, Latina/e/o/x, Mexican Location
Mount Vernon, WA Mount Vernon School District Mariachi & Folklorico is the biggest Mariachi Program in western Washington with over 100 students. We believe that Mariachi music will live forever in our community through our performances. MV Mariachi has performed at dozens of events and festivals all over Washington State. Mount Vernon School District recently hired Director Ramon Rivera who has expanded the program to include two Folklorico Classes and four high school Mariachi Classes. We are excited to see how our program continues to expand!
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WA, For All Location
Seattle, WA The historic Paramount, Moore & Neptune Theatres in Seattle, WA!
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East European, WA, European, Ukrainian Location
Bellevue, WA Barvinok Ukrainian Dance Ensemble was founded in 2004 under the auspices of the Ukrainian Association of Washington State. Currently we are the only dance school that offers Ukrainian Folk Dance classes in Washington State. Over the past decade our students have performed for various audiences, at cultural festivals and private events, and participated in many competitions. Our dedicated instructors are experienced and aim to give each student personalized attention while keeping an encouraging attitude.
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WA, Mexican Location
Yakima, WA Continuing a tradition of sharing and teaching traditional Mexican folkloric dancing throughout our community!
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South Asian, WA Location
Bellevue, WA A performing arts organization with a mission to create performing opportunities for artists of South Asian descent. We have music, dance, and theatre wings.
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East European, WA, Jewish, Mediterranean, Spanish Location
Seattle, WA The Kosher Red Hots open the treasury of Jewish music. They embrace a timeless world-café of folk songs, whirlwind klezmer music from Eastern Europe, Judeo-Spanish romances from the eastern Mediterranean, and songs from New York's Yiddish theater. They have collaborated with NPR's Susan Stamberg and have inspired dancing in the aisles on A Prairie Home Companion with Garrison Keillor.
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WA, American (US), Asian, Asian American Location
Seattle, WA Pork Filled Productions is the theater offshoot of the long-running sketch comedy group, The Pork Filled Players. PFProductions grew from a desire to break stereotypes and challenge the expectations of Asian American theatre.
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WA, Jewish Location
Seattle, WA We are the center for Jewish life in NW Seattle. From Ballard to Green Lake and all surrounding neighborhoods. We are dedicated to sharing the warmth, insight, and love of Judaism to everyone, regardless of background or affiliation.
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WA, Multicultural Location
Seattle, WA ArtXchange Gallery is a contemporary intercultural art gallery that inspires cultural exploration, the expansion of global community and the exchange of ideas through art.
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Afghan, WA, American (US) Location
Kent, WA Afghan American Community of Washington is a thriving non-profit organization managing Masjid Quba; providing religious, cultural, educational and recreational services.
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WA, Jewish Location
Seattle, WA The Klez Katz are dedicated to the preservation and encouragement of the rich musical heritage of the Yiddish diaspora. Their repertoire encompasses freilach, bulgar, sher, terkishe, khosidl, theater music, folk songs and even the odd klezmer-influenced jazz tune, performed on tenor and soprano saxes, clarinet, flute, trombone, bass, accordion and vocals. Perfect for parties and special events, concerts, dances and incidental music, the Klez Katz are klezmorim ready to play!
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WA, Asian Location
Seattle, WA A3 supports the many past, present and emerging art forms from the countries, regions and cultures that make up the broad and diverse spectrum of Asia.
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Femme, Gender Non-Conforming, WA, LGBTQ, Queer, Trans, Two Spirit, Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) Location
Seattle , WA What the Funk?! An All POC Burlesque Tribute to Funk Music was conceived as a show idea in early 2018 after our founder. Mx. Pucks A’Plenty, thought about doing a classic burlesque number to a Stevie Wonder song, but realizing it wouldn't count as a classic era song choice. This got their wheels turning and What the Funk?! was born. On August 24, 2018 we kicked off two nights of two all POC casts at the historic Jewelbox Theatre in The Rendezvous in Seattle, Washington.
The first inaugural What the Funk?! An All POC Burlesque Festival took place in the Emerald City, aka Seattle, Washington on August 22-24, 2019. What the Funk?! is produced by Puckduction in association with The Stay Up late Show and Powered by Shunpike. Featuring over 40+ performers over the weekend, What the Funk?! hosted three shows and two days of classes.
The first inaugural What the Funk?! An All POC Burlesque Festival took place in the Emerald City, aka Seattle, Washington on August 22-24, 2019. What the Funk?! is produced by Puckduction in association with The Stay Up late Show and Powered by Shunpike. Featuring over 40+ performers over the weekend, What the Funk?! hosted three shows and two days of classes.
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East Asian, WA, Asian, Japanese Location
Seattle, WA DAIPANbutoh Collective’s mission is to bring stimulating, provocative, and exceptional performances, workshops, and forums to the diverse communities of the Northwest and beyond. Empowering local and global artists, we provide opportunities for national and international artists to work together in an environment for growth, creativity, and transformation.
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South European, WA, European, Spanish Location
Seattle, WA Azahar Flamenco performs throughout the Pacific Northwest at large festivals and theaters, intimate clubs, coffee shops, and private events. We are active members in the Seattle arts and flamenco community, hosting "juergas" (flamenco parties) and other events to offer local flamenco artists and aficionados an opportunity to improvise and practice their arte, while introducing flamenco to new audiences. In the summer of 2015, Azahar Flamenco was honored to be selected by a panel of judges to become a member of the King County "Touring Artists Roster".
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WA, For All Location
Seattle, WA Located on Seattle’s First Hill, the Frye Art Museum first opened its doors in 1952 as the legacy of Charles and Emma Frye, prominent early-twentieth-century Seattle business leaders and art collectors.