Fior Saoirse, CDC: This fall we worked with Kodinna Anaka, a performer with a deep passion for content creation. Originally from Nigeria, he shared his passion for dance by helping choreograph a Thriller Flash Mob.  He brought energy and charisma to the rehearsals and was able to teach dozens of students, staff and community members the moves to the famous Michael Jackson dance. We were able to take the dance to the streets and perform throughout the city on Halloween. 

During Prince Rupert's Winterfest, Foir Saoirse teamed up with students from Leaders in Action at Coast Mountain College to create an illuminated dance space for the nighttime celebration.  Members of the community had the opportunity to dance and play with a variety of circus and dance props  while we captured the fun and light trails with long exposure photography.

In the winter, Kodinna Anaka, again graced us with his talents by breaking down some dance moves so students and family members from Coast Mountain College could bring some cheer to our community by performing a flash mob throughout the downtown core, dancing to popular holiday songs. 

New Works in Practice

THRIVE: Tools & Practices

for Mental Wellness

with Alina Sotskova & Rachel Helten

April 6 | 12pm - 3pm

Practice harnessing the power of positive psychology and mindful awareness together and discuss how these tools apply specifically to the routines and demands of dance artists! Info and to register

Call for Submissions

Commissioning Fund Program

Deadline: April 15, 2025 by 11:59 PM PDT

Youth and Emerging artists based in so-called “Canada” are invited to create a 3-15 minute short film that will premiere at F-O-R-M’s 10th annual festival in November 2025!

Short Film Submission

Deadline: May 9, 2025 by 11:59 PM PDT

Artists from around the world are invited to submit a short movement-based film to the 10th annual F-O-R-M (Festival Of Recorded Movement) in November 2025.

More information

New Works presents: International Dance Day on Screen!

April 29, 12 - 1:15 pm

Celebrate International Dance Day with an inspiring lunchtime screening and conversation exploring the intersections of dance and film. This special event, co-presented by New Works and Vancouver Public Library, highlights four Vancouver-based artists who have embraced the digital stage, including Company 605, Anya Saugstad, Satya Mari, and the world premiere of Eric Cheung’s newest film Liminal. Each brings a unique movement language and artistic vision to the screen.

Following the screenings, join established dance artists Josh Martin & Lisa Mariko Gelley (Company 605) for a conversation on the evolving role of dance on screen, discussing its creative possibilities and impact on dance-making in Vancouver. 

For more info - the event is FREE but RSVP required!