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The Space Between Stars by Christine Lesiak. Set Design by Daniela Masellis. Projection Design by Erin Gruber with Rebecca Cypher. Lighting & Costume Design by Skye Grinde. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by BB Collective.
The Space Between Stars by Christine Lesiak. Set Design by Daniela Masellis. Projection Design by Erin Gruber with Rebecca Cypher. Lighting & Costume Design by Skye Grinde. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by BB Collective.
MLAs Rakhi Pancholi and Janis Irwin at the Opening Ceremonies and A-Line Variety Show, SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
MLAs Rakhi Pancholi and Janis Irwin at the Opening Ceremonies and A-Line Variety Show, SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Honorary Skirt The Honourable Salma Lakhani with Managing Director Brianne Jang and Artistic Director Annette Loiselle. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Honorary Skirt The Honourable Salma Lakhani with Managing Director Brianne Jang and Artistic Director Annette Loiselle. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Mayor Amarjeet Sohi at the Opening Ceremonies and A-Line Variety Show, SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Mayor Amarjeet Sohi at the Opening Ceremonies and A-Line Variety Show, SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Skirt Design Challenge by Melissa Squire, modeled by Celine Dejion. A-Line Variety Show, SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Skirt Design Challenge by Melissa Squire, modeled by Celine Dejion. A-Line Variety Show, SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Breaking Ground. Off the Page, SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Breaking Ground. Off the Page, SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
The Shoe Project. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
The Shoe Project. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
The Shoe Project. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
The Shoe Project. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Gateway Theatre Lobby Art Installation by Adrianne Beauregarde. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Gateway Theatre Lobby Art Installation by Adrianne Beauregarde. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Nikâwiy. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by BB Collective.
Nikâwiy. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by BB Collective.
Songs in the Sanctuary featuring Maddie Storvold. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Songs in the Sanctuary featuring Maddie Storvold. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Songs in the Sanctuary featuring Maddie Storvold. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Songs in the Sanctuary featuring Maddie Storvold. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
The Tent With A Thousand Doors by The Tiger’s Hearts Collective. Off the Page, SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
The Tent With A Thousand Doors by The Tiger’s Hearts Collective. Off the Page, SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Skirt Design Challenge by Tanya Edison displayed at Village Goods. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Skirt Design Challenge by Tanya Edison displayed at Village Goods. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
LISE performing at Late Night at the Gateway Music. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by BB Collective.
LISE performing at Late Night at the Gateway Music. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by BB Collective.
Payphones performing at Late Night at the Gateway Music. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Payphones performing at Late Night at the Gateway Music. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Key of Me at Block 1912. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Key of Me at Block 1912. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Melanie Doderai performing in emBODYment. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Melanie Doderai performing in emBODYment. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Trikōn performing in emBODYment. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Trikōn performing in emBODYment. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Audrey Boccara performing in emBODYment. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Audrey Boccara performing in emBODYment. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Fragmented Journeys performing in emBODYment. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Fragmented Journeys performing in emBODYment. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
emBODYment, SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
emBODYment, SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Wee Witches. Late Night at the Gateway Comedy, SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Wee Witches. Late Night at the Gateway Comedy, SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Bat Rabbit Collective. Late Night at the Gateway Comedy, SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Bat Rabbit Collective. Late Night at the Gateway Comedy, SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
D'orjay The Singing Shaman performing at JUNOFest, SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
D'orjay The Singing Shaman performing at JUNOFest, SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Ayita by Teneil Whiskeyjack. SkirtsAfire 2022 MainStage Production. Photo by Noella Steinhauer.
Ayita by Teneil Whiskeyjack. SkirtsAfire 2022 MainStage Production. Photo by Noella Steinhauer.
Ayita by Teneil Whiskeyjack. SkirtsAfire 2022 MainStage Production. Photo by Noella Steinhauer.
Ayita by Teneil Whiskeyjack. SkirtsAfire 2022 MainStage Production. Photo by Noella Steinhauer.
Ayita by Teneil Whiskeyjack. SkirtsAfire 2022 MainStage Production. Photo by Noella Steinhauer.
Ayita by Teneil Whiskeyjack. SkirtsAfire 2022 MainStage Production. Photo by Noella Steinhauer.
Ayita by Teneil Whiskeyjack. SkirtsAfire 2022 MainStage Production. Photo by Noella Steinhauer.
Ayita by Teneil Whiskeyjack. SkirtsAfire 2022 MainStage Production. Photo by Noella Steinhauer.
Ayita by Teneil Whiskeyjack. SkirtsAfire 2022 MainStage Production. Photo by Noella Steinhauer.
Ayita by Teneil Whiskeyjack. SkirtsAfire 2022 MainStage Production. Photo by Noella Steinhauer.
Media Launch 2022. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Media Launch 2022. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Iskwêwiwin Installation by Indigenous Youth, Westbury Theatre Lobby 2022. Funded by VIDEA in partnership with the Braided Journeys Program and the Pathways to Education Program. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Iskwêwiwin Installation by Indigenous Youth, Westbury Theatre Lobby 2022. Funded by VIDEA in partnership with the Braided Journeys Program and the Pathways to Education Program. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Lana Whiskeyjack hosting the workshop: A Return to Womanhood at SkirtsAfire 2022. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Lana Whiskeyjack hosting the workshop: A Return to Womanhood at SkirtsAfire 2022. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Live Painter, Ania Telfer, creating an original piece at The A&N Experience, SkirtsAfire 2022. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Live Painter, Ania Telfer, creating an original piece at The A&N Experience, SkirtsAfire 2022. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Sophie May Healey performing as Hysteria Winthrop, A-Line Variety Show 2022. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Sophie May Healey performing as Hysteria Winthrop, A-Line Variety Show 2022. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
The A-Line Variety Show 2022. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
The A-Line Variety Show 2022. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Sitting the Month by Kathryn Gwun-Yeen Lennon and Jia Jia Yong at Off the Page 2022. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Sitting the Month by Kathryn Gwun-Yeen Lennon and Jia Jia Yong at Off the Page 2022. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
BIPOwer interactive art installation, The A&N Experience 2022. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
BIPOwer interactive art installation, The A&N Experience 2022. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
The Dirrty Show performing at SkirtsAfire 2022. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
The Dirrty Show performing at SkirtsAfire 2022. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Aequilibrium by Rabbits Three Cultural Connections with Sandra Olarte, Dan Torres, and Carley Okamura at emBODYment 2022. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Aequilibrium by Rabbits Three Cultural Connections with Sandra Olarte, Dan Torres, and Carley Okamura at emBODYment 2022. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
HAIDEE performing at The A&N Music Series 2022. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
HAIDEE performing at The A&N Music Series 2022. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
She, the Rock 2022 featuring (from left to right) Shima 'Dwennimmen' Robinson, Emily Riddle, Dawn Carter and Rayanne Haines with host Jacqueline Baker. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
She, the Rock 2022 featuring (from left to right) Shima 'Dwennimmen' Robinson, Emily Riddle, Dawn Carter and Rayanne Haines with host Jacqueline Baker. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Kaeley Jade performing at Key of Me at the Woodrack 2022. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Kaeley Jade performing at Key of Me at the Woodrack 2022. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
4 Directions 2022 Skirt Design by Joanne Ngo. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
4 Directions 2022 Skirt Design by Joanne Ngo. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
4 Directions 2022 Skirt Design by Lorraine Dezman. Prop designed by Tanya Edison. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
4 Directions 2022 Skirt Design by Lorraine Dezman. Prop designed by Tanya Edison. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
4 Directions 2022 Skirt Design by Una Momolu. Props designed by Karen Bishop and Jani Galarneau. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
4 Directions 2022 Skirt Design by Una Momolu. Props designed by Karen Bishop and Jani Galarneau. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
4 Directions 2022 Skirt Design by The Lil' Embroidebee. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
4 Directions 2022 Skirt Design by The Lil' Embroidebee. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Art by Kailene Dillon, Shawnee Danielle and Raneece Buddan. Visual Art Gallery 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Art by Kailene Dillon, Shawnee Danielle and Raneece Buddan. Visual Art Gallery 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Art by Shawnee Danielle and Kailene Dillon, Visual Art Gallery 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Art by Shawnee Danielle and Kailene Dillon, Visual Art Gallery 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Art by Kailene Dillon, Visual Art Gallery 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Art by Kailene Dillon, Visual Art Gallery 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Art by Raneece Buddan, Visual Art Gallery 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Art by Raneece Buddan, Visual Art Gallery 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Mackenzie Brown, The Key of Me 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Mackenzie Brown, The Key of Me 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Stephanie Urquhart, The Key of Me 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Stephanie Urquhart, The Key of Me 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Kayla Williams, The Key of Me 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Kayla Williams, The Key of Me 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Chubby Cree, The Key of Me 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Chubby Cree, The Key of Me 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Makings of a Voice by Dana Wylie, SkirtsAfire 2021. Set, Props and Costume Design by Elise CM Jason. Lighting Design by T. Erin Gruber. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Makings of a Voice by Dana Wylie, SkirtsAfire 2021. Set, Props and Costume Design by Elise CM Jason. Lighting Design by T. Erin Gruber. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Makings of a Voice by Dana Wylie, SkirtsAfire 2021. Set, Props and Costume Design by Elise CM Jason. Lighting Design by T. Erin Gruber. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Makings of a Voice by Dana Wylie, SkirtsAfire 2021. Set, Props and Costume Design by Elise CM Jason. Lighting Design by T. Erin Gruber. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Makings of a Voice by Dana Wylie, SkirtsAfire 2021. Set, Props and Costume Design by Elise CM Jason. Lighting Design by T. Erin Gruber. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Makings of a Voice by Dana Wylie, SkirtsAfire 2021. Set, Props and Costume Design by Elise CM Jason. Lighting Design by T. Erin Gruber. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Packaged in Florals by Joanne Ngo, Skirt Design Competition 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Packaged in Florals by Joanne Ngo, Skirt Design Competition 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Merrow Dress by Deirdre McCleneghan, Skirt Design Competition 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Merrow Dress by Deirdre McCleneghan, Skirt Design Competition 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Entropy by Beverly Destroys, Skirt Design Competition 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Entropy by Beverly Destroys, Skirt Design Competition 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Pandemic Warfare by Lorraine Dezman, Skirt Design Competition 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Pandemic Warfare by Lorraine Dezman, Skirt Design Competition 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
COVIDCOMFORT2021 by Jennifer Lee Arsenault, Skirt Design Competition 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
COVIDCOMFORT2021 by Jennifer Lee Arsenault, Skirt Design Competition 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
The Invisible Threads That Connect Us by Kim Neeser, Skirt Design Competition 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
The Invisible Threads That Connect Us by Kim Neeser, Skirt Design Competition 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
The Blue Hour by Michele Vance Hehir. SkirtsAfire 2020. Set and Costume Design by Megan Koshka. Lighting Design by T. Erin Gruber. Photo by BB Collective.
The Blue Hour by Michele Vance Hehir. SkirtsAfire 2020. Set and Costume Design by Megan Koshka. Lighting Design by T. Erin Gruber. Photo by BB Collective.
Helen Belay and Isaac Andrew, The Blue Hour by Michele Vance Hehir. SkirtsAfire 2020. Set and Costume Design by Megan Koshka. Lighting Design by T. Erin Gruber. Photo by BB Collective.
Helen Belay and Isaac Andrew, The Blue Hour by Michele Vance Hehir. SkirtsAfire 2020. Set and Costume Design by Megan Koshka. Lighting Design by T. Erin Gruber. Photo by BB Collective.
Bonnie Ings and Ian Leung, The Blue Hour by Michele Vance Hehir. SkirtsAfire 2020. Set and Costume Design by Megan Koshka. Lighting Design by T. Erin Gruber. Photo by BB Collective.
Bonnie Ings and Ian Leung, The Blue Hour by Michele Vance Hehir. SkirtsAfire 2020. Set and Costume Design by Megan Koshka. Lighting Design by T. Erin Gruber. Photo by BB Collective.
Robert Benz and Elinor Holt, The Blue Hour by Michele Vance Hehir. SkirtsAfire 2020. Set and Costume Design by Megan Koshka. Lighting Design by T. Erin Gruber. Photo by BB Collective.
Robert Benz and Elinor Holt, The Blue Hour by Michele Vance Hehir. SkirtsAfire 2020. Set and Costume Design by Megan Koshka. Lighting Design by T. Erin Gruber. Photo by BB Collective.
Isaac Andrew, Nicole St. Martin and Helen Belay, The Blue Hour by Michele Vance Hehir. SkirtsAfire 2020. Set and Costume Design by Megan Koshka. Lighting Design by T. Erin Gruber. Photo by BB Collective.
Isaac Andrew, Nicole St. Martin and Helen Belay, The Blue Hour by Michele Vance Hehir. SkirtsAfire 2020. Set and Costume Design by Megan Koshka. Lighting Design by T. Erin Gruber. Photo by BB Collective.
Media Launch 2020. Photo by BB Collective.
Media Launch 2020. Photo by BB Collective.
Maddie Storvold & the Moonlighters performs with choirs Bella Voce and ChandraTala at Songs in the Sanctuary 2020. Photo by BB Collective.
Maddie Storvold & the Moonlighters performs with choirs Bella Voce and ChandraTala at Songs in the Sanctuary 2020. Photo by BB Collective.
2020 Honorary Skirt Lesley MacDonald and 2019 Honorary Skirt Marni Panas perform the Official Skirt Cutting Ceremony with Winning Design by Joanne Ngo. Photo by BB Collective.
2020 Honorary Skirt Lesley MacDonald and 2019 Honorary Skirt Marni Panas perform the Official Skirt Cutting Ceremony with Winning Design by Joanne Ngo. Photo by BB Collective.
2020 Skirt Design Competition Designs. Photo by BB Collective.
2020 Skirt Design Competition Designs. Photo by BB Collective.
Out of Body Physical Theatre performs in She Moves 2020. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Out of Body Physical Theatre performs in She Moves 2020. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Shaktiflow's Garba Performance & Workshop 2020. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Shaktiflow's Garba Performance & Workshop 2020. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
The Blue Hour by Michele Vance Hehir Opening Night. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
The Blue Hour by Michele Vance Hehir Opening Night. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Beth Portman performs in the Westbury Theatre Lobby. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Beth Portman performs in the Westbury Theatre Lobby. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Judith Garcia performs in The Key of She at the Nook 2020. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Judith Garcia performs in The Key of She at the Nook 2020. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Shaktiflow's Shrina Patel performs in the A-Line Variety Show 2020. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Shaktiflow's Shrina Patel performs in the A-Line Variety Show 2020. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Vivian Vanguard performs in the A-Line Variety Show 2020. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Vivian Vanguard performs in the A-Line Variety Show 2020. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Scamp & Shorty perform in the A-Line Variety Show 2020. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Scamp & Shorty perform in the A-Line Variety Show 2020. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Sangea Academy perform in The Beat of Her Drum 2020. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Sangea Academy perform in The Beat of Her Drum 2020. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Chubby Cree perform in The Beat of Her Drum 2020. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Chubby Cree perform in The Beat of Her Drum 2020. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Karimah performing in Words Unzipped 2020. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Karimah performing in Words Unzipped 2020. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Words Unzipped 2020. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Words Unzipped 2020. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Unpacking The Blue Hour Panel Discussion. Photo by BB Collective.
Unpacking The Blue Hour Panel Discussion. Photo by BB Collective.
Holly Gilroy performs in The Key of She at Otto 2020. Photo by BB Collective.
Holly Gilroy performs in The Key of She at Otto 2020. Photo by BB Collective.
Derina Harvey Band Live at Station on Jasper. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Derina Harvey Band Live at Station on Jasper. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Yoga in the Art 2020. Photo by BB Collective.
Yoga in the Art 2020. Photo by BB Collective.
International Women's Day Brunch With Purpose 2020. Photo by BB Collective.
International Women's Day Brunch With Purpose 2020. Photo by BB Collective.
Holly Gilroy and Rebecca Lappa perform in The Key of She at the Carrot 2020. Photo by BB Collective.
Holly Gilroy and Rebecca Lappa perform in The Key of She at the Carrot 2020. Photo by BB Collective.
Coeur de pirate, SkirtsAfire 2019. Photo by Gallican Buki.
Coeur de pirate, SkirtsAfire 2019. Photo by Gallican Buki.
Amy Nelson, SkirtsAfire 2019. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Amy Nelson, SkirtsAfire 2019. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Girl Brain, SkirtsAfire 2019. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Girl Brain, SkirtsAfire 2019. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Lana Gilday (singer) with Kaycee and Lizzy Saddleback (dancers), SkirtsAfire 2019. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Lana Gilday (singer) with Kaycee and Lizzy Saddleback (dancers), SkirtsAfire 2019. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Poly Queer Love Ballad, SkirtsAfire MainStage 2019. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Poly Queer Love Ballad, SkirtsAfire MainStage 2019. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Fruit Loop Performers, SkirtsAfire 2019. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Fruit Loop Performers, SkirtsAfire 2019. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Words Unzipped: UnWoven 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Words Unzipped: UnWoven 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
2018 Honorary Skirt Muriel Stanley Venne. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
2018 Honorary Skirt Muriel Stanley Venne. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
“Sustenance” by Amanda Brown, Skirt Design Competition 2018 Winner. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
“Sustenance” by Amanda Brown, Skirt Design Competition 2018 Winner. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Stephanie Lilley, Media Launch 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Stephanie Lilley, Media Launch 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Smudge Ceremony by Carola Cunningham, Opening Ceremonies 2018. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
Smudge Ceremony by Carola Cunningham, Opening Ceremonies 2018. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
"ReTyred Flora" by Melissa Squire, Skirt Design Competition 2018, "A Skirt From Abroad." Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
SkirtsTEAfest 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
SkirtsTEAfest 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Jo-Ann Rauschenberger, The A-Line Variety Show 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Jo-Ann Rauschenberger, The A-Line Variety Show 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
All(most) Jazz. The A-Line Variety Show 2018. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
All(most) Jazz. The A-Line Variety Show 2018. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
Zephyr, The A-Line Variety Show 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Zephyr, The A-Line Variety Show 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Jeon’s TKD Demonstration WOMEN Team, The A-Line Variety Show 2018. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
Jeon’s TKD Demonstration WOMEN Team, The A-Line Variety Show 2018. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
KoRock, Kyungah Song and Emily Pak, CBC Centre Stage 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
KoRock, Kyungah Song and Emily Pak, CBC Centre Stage 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
The Kimberley MacGregor Band, Friday Night Dance Party 2018. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
The Kimberley MacGregor Band, Friday Night Dance Party 2018. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
The Kimberley MacGregor Band, Friday Night Dance Party 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
The Kimberley MacGregor Band, Friday Night Dance Party 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Medgine Mathurin, Words Unzipped: UnWoven 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Medgine Mathurin, Words Unzipped: UnWoven 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Stephanie Harpe, Words Unzipped: UnWoven 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Stephanie Harpe, Words Unzipped: UnWoven 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Mpoe Mogale, Words Unzipped: UnWoven 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Mpoe Mogale, Words Unzipped: UnWoven 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Art by Kasie Campbell. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Art by Kasie Campbell. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Connie LeGrande, The Key of She at the Carrot 2018. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
Connie LeGrande, The Key of She at the Carrot 2018. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
Women's Choir Festival 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Women's Choir Festival 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Maria Dunn Trio in Concert 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Maria Dunn Trio in Concert 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Fort Edmonton Park Interpreter, SkirtsAfire 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Fort Edmonton Park Interpreter, SkirtsAfire 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
"The Romeo Initiative" by Trina Davies. SkirtsAfire 2018. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
Amy van Keeken's Rock and Roll Sing a Long, Saturday Night Dance Party 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Amy van Keeken's Rock and Roll Sing a Long, Saturday Night Dance Party 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Bellydancing Workshop 2018, Bedouin Beats. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
Bellydancing Workshop 2018, Bedouin Beats. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
2017 Honorary Skirt Linda Duncan. Photo by Brittany Paige Balser.
2017 Honorary Skirt Linda Duncan. Photo by Brittany Paige Balser.
The Shape of Me, by Jane Kline. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
The Shape of Me, by Jane Kline. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
King of Foxes, SkirtsAfire Media Launch 2017. Photo by Brittany Paige Balser.
King of Foxes, SkirtsAfire Media Launch 2017. Photo by Brittany Paige Balser.
Festival Director, Annette Loiselle, Opening Ceremonies 2017. Photo by Brittany Paige Balser.
Festival Director, Annette Loiselle, Opening Ceremonies 2017. Photo by Brittany Paige Balser.
2017 Honorary Skirt, Linda Duncan, and Skirt Design Competition winner, Jane Kline, perform the Skirt Cutting Ceremony, Opening Ceremonies 2017. Photo by Brittany Paige Balser.
2017 Honorary Skirt, Linda Duncan, and Skirt Design Competition winner, Jane Kline, perform the Skirt Cutting Ceremony, Opening Ceremonies 2017. Photo by Brittany Paige Balser.
Catering by Otto Food and Drink, Opening Ceremonies 2017. Photo by Brittany Paige Balser.
Catering by Otto Food and Drink, Opening Ceremonies 2017. Photo by Brittany Paige Balser.
Opening Ceremonies 2017. Photo by Brittany Paige Balser.
Opening Ceremonies 2017. Photo by Brittany Paige Balser.
Art by Sherri Chaba, Opening Ceremonies 2017. Photo by Girl Named Shirl.
Art by Sherri Chaba, Opening Ceremonies 2017. Photo by Girl Named Shirl.
Unsuspicious by Maria Colonescu, Peep Show! 2017. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
Unsuspicious by Maria Colonescu, Peep Show! 2017. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
Betty Jane Hegerat, A Place For Prose 2017. Photo by Brittany Paige Balser.
Betty Jane Hegerat, A Place For Prose 2017. Photo by Brittany Paige Balser.
Kate Blechinger, Maria Phillipos & Nadine Kellman, Key of She 2017. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
Kate Blechinger, Maria Phillipos & Nadine Kellman, Key of She 2017. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
Yoga in the Art 2017. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
Yoga in the Art 2017. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
Yoga in the Art 2017. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
Yoga in the Art 2017. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
Yoga in the Art 2017. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
Yoga in the Art 2017. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
Jessica Heine, The Key of She at Otto 2017. Photo by Brittany Paige Balser.
Jessica Heine, The Key of She at Otto 2017. Photo by Brittany Paige Balser.
Mari Chartier, Lana Hughes & Ellen Chorley,
Mari Chartier, Lana Hughes & Ellen Chorley, "Callie Montgomery" 2017. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
Words Unzipped, Black Girl Magic 2017. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
Words Unzipped, Black Girl Magic 2017. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
Mpoe Mogale, Words Unzipped 2017. Photo by Brittany Paige Balser
Mpoe Mogale, Words Unzipped 2017. Photo by Brittany Paige Balser
Volunteer, Robin Vargyas, Outdoor Fire Pit 2017. Photo by Girl Named Shirl.
Volunteer, Robin Vargyas, Outdoor Fire Pit 2017. Photo by Girl Named Shirl.
The Mommy Monologues, MainStage Production 2017. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
The Mommy Monologues, MainStage Production 2017. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
The Jivin' Belles, A-Line Variety Show 2017. Photo by Brittany Paige Balser.
The Jivin' Belles, A-Line Variety Show 2017. Photo by Brittany Paige Balser.
Volunteers, Dina Nagel & Valerie Parr, A-Line Variety Show 2017. Photo by Girl Named Shirl.
Volunteers, Dina Nagel & Valerie Parr, A-Line Variety Show 2017. Photo by Girl Named Shirl.
TriDevi Tribal, A-Line Variety Show 2017. Photo by Girl Named Shirl.
TriDevi Tribal, A-Line Variety Show 2017. Photo by Girl Named Shirl.
Viajante World Beat Drum Ensemble, A-Line Variety Show 2017. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
Viajante World Beat Drum Ensemble, A-Line Variety Show 2017. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
Audrey and the Crashers, Saturday Night Cabaret 2017. Photo by Brittany Paige Balser.
Audrey and the Crashers, Saturday Night Cabaret 2017. Photo by Brittany Paige Balser.
International Women's Day Celebrations at City Hall. Photo by Brittany Paige Balser.
International Women's Day Celebrations at City Hall. Photo by Brittany Paige Balser.
Andrea House & Annette Loiselle, International Women's Day Celebrations at City Hall. Photo by Brittany Paige Balser.
Andrea House & Annette Loiselle, International Women's Day Celebrations at City Hall. Photo by Brittany Paige Balser.
2016 Honorary Skirt, Rachel Notley, with winner of the Skirt Design Competition, designed by Jane Kline, Opening Ceremonies 2016. Photo by Mat Simpson.
2016 Honorary Skirt, Rachel Notley, with winner of the Skirt Design Competition, designed by Jane Kline, Opening Ceremonies 2016. Photo by Mat Simpson.
A Princess Cabaret 2015. Photo by Madison Kerr.
A Princess Cabaret 2015. Photo by Madison Kerr.
Sierra Jamerson, Ella Coyes & Mhairi Berg, The Key of She 2015. Photo by Brianne Jang.
Sierra Jamerson, Ella Coyes & Mhairi Berg, The Key of She 2015. Photo by Brianne Jang.
Skirt Design Competition, SkirtsAfire Media Launch 2016. Photo by Mat Simpson.
Skirt Design Competition, SkirtsAfire Media Launch 2016. Photo by Mat Simpson.
The Secretaries, Cabaret 2016. Photo by Mat Simpson.
The Secretaries, Cabaret 2016. Photo by Mat Simpson.
Women's Choir Festival 2016. Photo by Mat Simpson.
Women's Choir Festival 2016. Photo by Mat Simpson.
Mitra – The Guardian of Life by Shivamanohari Company at emBODYment 2022. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Mitra – The Guardian of Life by Shivamanohari Company at emBODYment 2022. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
TEDDYBEAR performed at the A-Line Variety Show, SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
TEDDYBEAR performed at the A-Line Variety Show, SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
The Space Between Stars by Christine Lesiak. Set Design by Daniela Masellis. Projection Design by Erin Gruber with Rebecca Cypher. Lighting & Costume Design by Skye Grinde. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by BB Collective.
MLAs Rakhi Pancholi and Janis Irwin at the Opening Ceremonies and A-Line Variety Show, SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Honorary Skirt The Honourable Salma Lakhani with Managing Director Brianne Jang and Artistic Director Annette Loiselle. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Mayor Amarjeet Sohi at the Opening Ceremonies and A-Line Variety Show, SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Skirt Design Challenge by Melissa Squire, modeled by Celine Dejion. A-Line Variety Show, SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Breaking Ground. Off the Page, SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
The Shoe Project. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
The Shoe Project. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Gateway Theatre Lobby Art Installation by Adrianne Beauregarde. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Nikâwiy. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by BB Collective.
Songs in the Sanctuary featuring Maddie Storvold. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Songs in the Sanctuary featuring Maddie Storvold. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
The Tent With A Thousand Doors by The Tiger’s Hearts Collective. Off the Page, SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Skirt Design Challenge by Tanya Edison displayed at Village Goods. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
LISE performing at Late Night at the Gateway Music. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by BB Collective.
Payphones performing at Late Night at the Gateway Music. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Key of Me at Block 1912. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Melanie Doderai performing in emBODYment. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Trikōn performing in emBODYment. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Audrey Boccara performing in emBODYment. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Fragmented Journeys performing in emBODYment. SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
emBODYment, SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Wee Witches. Late Night at the Gateway Comedy, SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Bat Rabbit Collective. Late Night at the Gateway Comedy, SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
D'orjay The Singing Shaman performing at JUNOFest, SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Ayita by Teneil Whiskeyjack. SkirtsAfire 2022 MainStage Production. Photo by Noella Steinhauer.
Ayita by Teneil Whiskeyjack. SkirtsAfire 2022 MainStage Production. Photo by Noella Steinhauer.
Ayita by Teneil Whiskeyjack. SkirtsAfire 2022 MainStage Production. Photo by Noella Steinhauer.
Ayita by Teneil Whiskeyjack. SkirtsAfire 2022 MainStage Production. Photo by Noella Steinhauer.
Ayita by Teneil Whiskeyjack. SkirtsAfire 2022 MainStage Production. Photo by Noella Steinhauer.
Media Launch 2022. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Iskwêwiwin Installation by Indigenous Youth, Westbury Theatre Lobby 2022. Funded by VIDEA in partnership with the Braided Journeys Program and the Pathways to Education Program. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Lana Whiskeyjack hosting the workshop: A Return to Womanhood at SkirtsAfire 2022. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Live Painter, Ania Telfer, creating an original piece at The A&N Experience, SkirtsAfire 2022. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Sophie May Healey performing as Hysteria Winthrop, A-Line Variety Show 2022. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
The A-Line Variety Show 2022. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Sitting the Month by Kathryn Gwun-Yeen Lennon and Jia Jia Yong at Off the Page 2022. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
BIPOwer interactive art installation, The A&N Experience 2022. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
The Dirrty Show performing at SkirtsAfire 2022. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Aequilibrium by Rabbits Three Cultural Connections with Sandra Olarte, Dan Torres, and Carley Okamura at emBODYment 2022. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
HAIDEE performing at The A&N Music Series 2022. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
She, the Rock 2022 featuring (from left to right) Shima 'Dwennimmen' Robinson, Emily Riddle, Dawn Carter and Rayanne Haines with host Jacqueline Baker. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Kaeley Jade performing at Key of Me at the Woodrack 2022. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
4 Directions 2022 Skirt Design by Joanne Ngo. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
4 Directions 2022 Skirt Design by Lorraine Dezman. Prop designed by Tanya Edison. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
4 Directions 2022 Skirt Design by Una Momolu. Props designed by Karen Bishop and Jani Galarneau. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
4 Directions 2022 Skirt Design by The Lil' Embroidebee. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Art by Kailene Dillon, Shawnee Danielle and Raneece Buddan. Visual Art Gallery 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Art by Shawnee Danielle and Kailene Dillon, Visual Art Gallery 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Art by Kailene Dillon, Visual Art Gallery 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Art by Raneece Buddan, Visual Art Gallery 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Mackenzie Brown, The Key of Me 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Stephanie Urquhart, The Key of Me 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Kayla Williams, The Key of Me 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Chubby Cree, The Key of Me 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Makings of a Voice by Dana Wylie, SkirtsAfire 2021. Set, Props and Costume Design by Elise CM Jason. Lighting Design by T. Erin Gruber. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Makings of a Voice by Dana Wylie, SkirtsAfire 2021. Set, Props and Costume Design by Elise CM Jason. Lighting Design by T. Erin Gruber. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Makings of a Voice by Dana Wylie, SkirtsAfire 2021. Set, Props and Costume Design by Elise CM Jason. Lighting Design by T. Erin Gruber. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Packaged in Florals by Joanne Ngo, Skirt Design Competition 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Merrow Dress by Deirdre McCleneghan, Skirt Design Competition 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Entropy by Beverly Destroys, Skirt Design Competition 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Pandemic Warfare by Lorraine Dezman, Skirt Design Competition 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
COVIDCOMFORT2021 by Jennifer Lee Arsenault, Skirt Design Competition 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
The Invisible Threads That Connect Us by Kim Neeser, Skirt Design Competition 2021. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
The Blue Hour by Michele Vance Hehir. SkirtsAfire 2020. Set and Costume Design by Megan Koshka. Lighting Design by T. Erin Gruber. Photo by BB Collective.
Helen Belay and Isaac Andrew, The Blue Hour by Michele Vance Hehir. SkirtsAfire 2020. Set and Costume Design by Megan Koshka. Lighting Design by T. Erin Gruber. Photo by BB Collective.
Bonnie Ings and Ian Leung, The Blue Hour by Michele Vance Hehir. SkirtsAfire 2020. Set and Costume Design by Megan Koshka. Lighting Design by T. Erin Gruber. Photo by BB Collective.
Robert Benz and Elinor Holt, The Blue Hour by Michele Vance Hehir. SkirtsAfire 2020. Set and Costume Design by Megan Koshka. Lighting Design by T. Erin Gruber. Photo by BB Collective.
Isaac Andrew, Nicole St. Martin and Helen Belay, The Blue Hour by Michele Vance Hehir. SkirtsAfire 2020. Set and Costume Design by Megan Koshka. Lighting Design by T. Erin Gruber. Photo by BB Collective.
Media Launch 2020. Photo by BB Collective.
Maddie Storvold & the Moonlighters performs with choirs Bella Voce and ChandraTala at Songs in the Sanctuary 2020. Photo by BB Collective.
2020 Honorary Skirt Lesley MacDonald and 2019 Honorary Skirt Marni Panas perform the Official Skirt Cutting Ceremony with Winning Design by Joanne Ngo. Photo by BB Collective.
2020 Skirt Design Competition Designs. Photo by BB Collective.
Out of Body Physical Theatre performs in She Moves 2020. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Shaktiflow's Garba Performance & Workshop 2020. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
The Blue Hour by Michele Vance Hehir Opening Night. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Beth Portman performs in the Westbury Theatre Lobby. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Judith Garcia performs in The Key of She at the Nook 2020. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Shaktiflow's Shrina Patel performs in the A-Line Variety Show 2020. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Vivian Vanguard performs in the A-Line Variety Show 2020. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Scamp & Shorty perform in the A-Line Variety Show 2020. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Sangea Academy perform in The Beat of Her Drum 2020. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Chubby Cree perform in The Beat of Her Drum 2020. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Karimah performing in Words Unzipped 2020. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Words Unzipped 2020. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Unpacking The Blue Hour Panel Discussion. Photo by BB Collective.
Holly Gilroy performs in The Key of She at Otto 2020. Photo by BB Collective.
Derina Harvey Band Live at Station on Jasper. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Yoga in the Art 2020. Photo by BB Collective.
International Women's Day Brunch With Purpose 2020. Photo by BB Collective.
Holly Gilroy and Rebecca Lappa perform in The Key of She at the Carrot 2020. Photo by BB Collective.
Coeur de pirate, SkirtsAfire 2019. Photo by Gallican Buki.
Amy Nelson, SkirtsAfire 2019. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Girl Brain, SkirtsAfire 2019. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Lana Gilday (singer) with Kaycee and Lizzy Saddleback (dancers), SkirtsAfire 2019. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Poly Queer Love Ballad, SkirtsAfire MainStage 2019. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Fruit Loop Performers, SkirtsAfire 2019. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Words Unzipped: UnWoven 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
2018 Honorary Skirt Muriel Stanley Venne. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
“Sustenance” by Amanda Brown, Skirt Design Competition 2018 Winner. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Stephanie Lilley, Media Launch 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Smudge Ceremony by Carola Cunningham, Opening Ceremonies 2018. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
SkirtsTEAfest 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Jo-Ann Rauschenberger, The A-Line Variety Show 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
All(most) Jazz. The A-Line Variety Show 2018. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
Zephyr, The A-Line Variety Show 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Jeon’s TKD Demonstration WOMEN Team, The A-Line Variety Show 2018. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
KoRock, Kyungah Song and Emily Pak, CBC Centre Stage 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
The Kimberley MacGregor Band, Friday Night Dance Party 2018. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
The Kimberley MacGregor Band, Friday Night Dance Party 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Medgine Mathurin, Words Unzipped: UnWoven 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Stephanie Harpe, Words Unzipped: UnWoven 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Mpoe Mogale, Words Unzipped: UnWoven 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Art by Kasie Campbell. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Connie LeGrande, The Key of She at the Carrot 2018. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
Women's Choir Festival 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Maria Dunn Trio in Concert 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Fort Edmonton Park Interpreter, SkirtsAfire 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Amy van Keeken's Rock and Roll Sing a Long, Saturday Night Dance Party 2018. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
Bellydancing Workshop 2018, Bedouin Beats. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
2017 Honorary Skirt Linda Duncan. Photo by Brittany Paige Balser.
The Shape of Me, by Jane Kline. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
King of Foxes, SkirtsAfire Media Launch 2017. Photo by Brittany Paige Balser.
Festival Director, Annette Loiselle, Opening Ceremonies 2017. Photo by Brittany Paige Balser.
2017 Honorary Skirt, Linda Duncan, and Skirt Design Competition winner, Jane Kline, perform the Skirt Cutting Ceremony, Opening Ceremonies 2017. Photo by Brittany Paige Balser.
Catering by Otto Food and Drink, Opening Ceremonies 2017. Photo by Brittany Paige Balser.
Opening Ceremonies 2017. Photo by Brittany Paige Balser.
Art by Sherri Chaba, Opening Ceremonies 2017. Photo by Girl Named Shirl.
Unsuspicious by Maria Colonescu, Peep Show! 2017. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
Betty Jane Hegerat, A Place For Prose 2017. Photo by Brittany Paige Balser.
Kate Blechinger, Maria Phillipos & Nadine Kellman, Key of She 2017. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
Yoga in the Art 2017. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
Yoga in the Art 2017. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
Yoga in the Art 2017. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
Jessica Heine, The Key of She at Otto 2017. Photo by Brittany Paige Balser.
Mari Chartier, Lana Hughes & Ellen Chorley,
Words Unzipped, Black Girl Magic 2017. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
Mpoe Mogale, Words Unzipped 2017. Photo by Brittany Paige Balser
Volunteer, Robin Vargyas, Outdoor Fire Pit 2017. Photo by Girl Named Shirl.
The Mommy Monologues, MainStage Production 2017. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
The Jivin' Belles, A-Line Variety Show 2017. Photo by Brittany Paige Balser.
Volunteers, Dina Nagel & Valerie Parr, A-Line Variety Show 2017. Photo by Girl Named Shirl.
TriDevi Tribal, A-Line Variety Show 2017. Photo by Girl Named Shirl.
Viajante World Beat Drum Ensemble, A-Line Variety Show 2017. Photo by Keanna Hiebert.
Audrey and the Crashers, Saturday Night Cabaret 2017. Photo by Brittany Paige Balser.
International Women's Day Celebrations at City Hall. Photo by Brittany Paige Balser.
Andrea House & Annette Loiselle, International Women's Day Celebrations at City Hall. Photo by Brittany Paige Balser.
2016 Honorary Skirt, Rachel Notley, with winner of the Skirt Design Competition, designed by Jane Kline, Opening Ceremonies 2016. Photo by Mat Simpson.
A Princess Cabaret 2015. Photo by Madison Kerr.
Sierra Jamerson, Ella Coyes & Mhairi Berg, The Key of She 2015. Photo by Brianne Jang.
Skirt Design Competition, SkirtsAfire Media Launch 2016. Photo by Mat Simpson.
The Secretaries, Cabaret 2016. Photo by Mat Simpson.
Women's Choir Festival 2016. Photo by Mat Simpson.
Mitra – The Guardian of Life by Shivamanohari Company at emBODYment 2022. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.
TEDDYBEAR performed at the A-Line Variety Show, SkirtsAfire 2023. Photo by April MacDonald Killins.

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👞 EVENT SPOTLIGHT! 👠 Meet the participants of The 👞 EVENT SPOTLIGHT! 👠

Meet the participants of The Shoe Project 2026! These women have been working hard for the past few months on writing and preparing their stories, and will be sharing them for the first time at SkirtsAfire Festival!

Join us at Gateway Theatre for three chances to catch these unforgettable performances:
- Saturday, March 7th @ 7:30pm (followed by a Catered Reception by Culina)
- Sunday, March 8th @ 1:30pm (ASL Interpreted) & 7:30pm

 These performances will open your heart and transform your perceptions of what it means to be Canadian. ❤️

👟 Featuring:
- Shenin, Bangladesh
- Sasha Kim, Ukraine
- Najiba, Afghanistan
- Mounira Koujah, Syria
- Mona Alshaab, Syria
- Irene Akumagba, Nigeria
- Eve Christine, Uganda
- Dera, Haiti
- AyanaStrong, Burkina Faso
- HEYA, South Korea

The Shoe Project is presented by SkirtsAfire in partnership with @ywca_edmonton, with support from @workshopwest, who first brought this initiative to Edmonton.

🌟 Thank you to our Sponsors and Supporters: @ywcacanada, @kunitz_shoes, Allard Foundation, @bffoundationyeg, and @beetogether.ca 🌟

Thank you to Jane Henderson (@janeesterart), who created the shoe design for these graphics as part of a collaboration with MacEwan University students in ARTE 225: Gender and Sexuality in Art (@studioartsmacewan).
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🌟 SPONSOR SHOUTOUT! 🌟 A heartfelt thank you to @y 🌟 SPONSOR SHOUTOUT! 🌟

A heartfelt thank you to @ywca_edmonton for their continued support of SkirtsAfire and the community we serve. Over the years, they’ve opened their doors to us for meetings and gatherings, hosted retreats for our Shoe Project participants, and helped foster meaningful connections that extend far beyond the festival.

This year, YWCA Edmonton is the Venue Sponsor of Gateway Theatre and a proud Partner of The Shoe Project, which will be presented at Gateway Theatre during the festival.

💙 We’re so grateful for their ongoing partnership and for standing alongside the artists and stories that make SkirtsAfire possible.
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🎪 WORKSHOP SPOTLIGHT! 🎪 Celebrate Your Ridiculousn 🎪 WORKSHOP SPOTLIGHT! 🎪
Celebrate Your Ridiculousness with @shannancalcuttofficial 

It’s time to risk being seen in all your glory! Discover the freedom and joy that comes when you embrace your clown and celebrate your ridiculousness. 

In this workshop, you will:

• Take big risks
• Flaunt your flaws
• Follow your impulses
• Laugh in failure’s face
• Connect with your audience
• Experience the power of the ensemble

And much more!

This is a rare chance to train in Edmonton with Shannan Calcutt, one of the world’s leading instructors of clown and play. Her workshops have inspired artists from all walks of life to live in the moment, play from the heart, risk being vulnerable, overcome obstacles, and be the kind of collaborator that lifts up everyone in the room. Shannan teaches regularly at Cirque du Soleil, Celebration Barn Theatre and The Clown School. Her popular residency, Make a Show with Shannan, has helped over two dozen artists create new shows that have toured throughout North America. Learn more about her remarkable work at shannancalcutt.com

✨ Come play! Come celebrate! Come be ridiculous!

🎟️ Learn more and register now at the link in our bio.

Thank you to our Workshop Sponsor: @bottomlineproductions!

Spots are limited - don't delay!
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⏳ The countdown is on! ⏳ In just one month, Edmon ⏳ The countdown is on! ⏳

In just one month, Edmonton comes alive with bold performances, powerful storytelling, and unforgettable experiences at SkirtsAfire Festival 2026. 🎭🎶✨

This year’s festival features four brand-new plays by women artists, alongside music, dance, comedy, visual art, workshops, and more, all inspired by our 2026 theme: The Maps We Make. There’s so much to explore, and now’s the perfect time to start planning your festival itinerary.

📅 March 5–15, 2026
📍 Venues in Old Strathcona and the French Quarter, plus our newest venue: ArtsHub Ortona
🎟️ Tickets & Festival Passes available now at skirtsafire.com

Let the countdown begin! What’s on your must-see list? 🔥
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We are thrilled to announce that our 2026 Honorary We are thrilled to announce that our 2026 Honorary Skirt is Tina Thomas! 🔥

Our Honorary Skirt is chosen each year in recognition of a woman whose contributions have strengthened our community in lasting ways. We celebrate leaders who are deeply engaged, generously collaborative, and committed to creating space for others to thrive.

Tina Thomas is the Chief Executive Officer at the Edmonton Community Foundation, the largest non-governmental funder of the charitable sector in Edmonton granting over $40M annually. She is proud to lead a group of passionate and dedicated staff who work with donors and community partners to build a better city. Prior to her tenure at ECF she spent over 13 years at the Edmonton Public Library, most recently as the Executive Director of Customer Experience. Before this she spent 13 years in the private sector working for Canadian Telecommunications provider Nortel. A lifelong learner, Tina has earned an executive MBA, a Masters in Library Information Science, a CPA-CMA professional accounting designation and the Institute of Corporate Directors ICD.D. She was an Edify Magazine Top 40 Under 40, Library Journal Magazine Mover and Shaker,  IABC Edmonton Communicator of the Year and a King Charles III’s Coronation Medal recipient. She was the co-chair of the Mayor’s Taskforce on the Housing and Houselessness Emergency and is currently on the boards of the Edmonton Community Development Corporation, the Association of Grant Makers in Alberta, and Canada Helps. She is also easily bribed with full bodied red wines or dark chocolate.
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Make a difference by Adopting an Artist! ✨ With a Make a difference by Adopting an Artist! ✨

With a $500 donation, you’ll join our incredible community of supporters and make a lasting impact, helping us elevate women in the arts and celebrate underrepresented voices. As a thank you, your name will be listed on our website and shared at your artist's event. Every contribution, big or small, helps us continue creating spaces for bold and inspiring stories! 🔥

Ready to join the SkirtsAfire family? Donate now at the link in our bio.
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🦅 Bringing I am Eagle to life… Check out these st 🦅 Bringing I am Eagle to life…

Check out these stunning puppets created by the wildly talented Jessica Hickman of @mixed.media.monsters! We can’t wait to see them take flight on stage at the world premiere of I am Eagle by Matricia Bauer next month. We’re absolutely in awe of how detailed, lifelike, and full of spirit these handcrafted birds are!

I am Eagle by Matricia Bauer will have performances at Walterdale Theatre on March 6th and 7th. 

🎟️ Get your tickets before it’s too late! Link in bio.

Huge gratitude to Jessica for sharing her artistry with the festival, we can’t wait for audiences to see these beauties up close.
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🥘 EVENT SPOTLIGHT! 🥘 Ms. Pat’s Kitchen by Jameela 🥘 EVENT SPOTLIGHT! 🥘
Ms. Pat’s Kitchen by Jameela J. McNeil
Featured New Work at SkirtsAfire 2026

Pat Bailey would do anything to see her daughter succeed, but what if the very thing that could change her life for good is the very thing that harms her? Ms. Pat’s Kitchen is a story about a mother and daughter navigating growing pains, self-sacrifice, and change in order to strengthen their relationship.

🔥 Artistic Team:
Jameela J. McNeil: Playwright & Producer
Patricia Darbasie: Director 
Kat Evans: Production Manager/Technical Director
Amy Dass: Sound Designer 
Andraya Diogo: Lighting Designer
Chantel Fortin: Set Designer
Chariz Faulmino: Costume Designer
Makeda Romanetti: Stage Manager

🔥 Cast:
Noreta Lewis: Pat
Michelle Todd: Sharmaine
Rochelle Laplante: Kenise
Kijo Gatama: Phyllis
Douglas Prout: Robert

📅 Performance Dates:
Thursday, March 5th @ 7:30pm (join us for a post-show reception catered by OTTO Food and Drink!)
Friday, March 6th @ 7:30pm
Saturday, March 7th @ 1:30pm & 7:30pm
Sunday, March 8th @ 7:30pm

📍Venue: ArtsHub Ortona

Don’t miss out on this exciting new work! Learn more and get your tickets at the link in our bio.
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SkirtsAfire respectfully acknowledges that we are telling stories on the traditional and ancestral homeland of diverse Indigenous peoples including Nehiyawak (Cree), Metis, Inuit, Dene, Blackfoot, Saulteaux and Nakota Sioux, who have lived and travelled through this place thousands of years before us. We are all treaty people and as settlers to Treaty 6 Territory, which is also home to Métis Settlements and the Métis Nation of Alberta, we are striving to better listen, understand and learn from the Indigenous ways of knowing, being and doing. We respect and celebrate the languages, history and culture of the First Nations, Metis and Inuit whose presence continues to enrich this vibrant community here in ᐊᒥᐢᑲᐧᒋᐋᐧᐢᑲᐦᐃᑲᐣ, Amiskwacîwâskahikan, also known as Edmonton, and at SkirtsAfire.

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