Crimson Coast Dance Society

Peoples in our programming and decision-making processes. Our dedication to reconciliation and decolonization is a core value of our organization.

Crimson Coast Dance Society is a non-profit organization based in Nanaimo, dedicated to showcasing a diverse range of dance performances and workshops. Our mission is to bring innovative and inspiring dance experiences to the community, promoting dialogue, inclusivity, and artistic excellence.

Through our Main Stage Series and annual Dance Festival, we present live performance art by locally, regionally, nationally, and internationally recognized artists throughout the year. Our programming includes a variety of events, from large-scale productions to intimate pop-up performances in alternative venues.

In addition to performances, Crimson Coast Dance Society offers a variety of workshops and programs for all ages and skill levels. From one-off classes to residencies and master classes, participants have the opportunity to learn from guest artists, local masters, and emerging talent. Our Body Talk Youth Program, led by Indigenous facilitators, aims to engage Indigenous and non-Indigenous youth in the production of shows through a cultural lens.

We are committed to inclusivity and accessibility, offering ASL interpreter services for all events. Our ongoing dance experiences cater to diverse age groups and abilities, providing integrated dance classes and opportunities for teens to explore careers in the performing arts.

Support for Crimson Coast Dance Society is vital in continuing to bring the magic and medicine of dance to Nanaimo. Whether as a ticket buyer, member, donor, artist, sponsor, or volunteer, your involvement helps us nurture creativity and artistic expression within the community.

We are grateful to the Snuneymuxw People, on whose traditional and ancestral land we operate, as well as to the Stzuminus Nation, Snaw Naw As Nation, Mtis People, and Urban Indigenous population in the area. We are committed to upholding the rights and freedoms of Indigenous Peoples and strive to amplify Indigenous voices in our programming.

Join us in celebrating the power of dance and the beauty of artistic expression with Crimson Coast Dance Society. Together, we can create a vibrant and inclusive arts community in Nanaimo and beyond.