2016 Folklife

WELCOME Visit NWFolklife.org/Festival for the most current schedule information. 2 NEW THIS YEAR AT THE FESTIVAL! Introducing the Open-Air Dance Stage Located at the North end of the Seattle Center, the Open-Air Dance Stage showcases multicultural dance performances from around the world. Revel in the swirl of magnificent, vibrant dancers in beautifully adorned, richly colored costumes. Sing-Alongs in the Fisher Green Beer Garden Join us for a song and a drink in the Fisher Green Beer Garden throughout the weekend. During stage downs, we’ll be singing songs and raising our glasses. Visual Arts at Folklife Artists and curators have come together to bring a collection of thought-provoking and exciting exhibitions to the Festival. Art is on display throughout Festival grounds. See page 9 for more information. Friends of Folklife Donation Station We welcome new and renewing Friends of Folklife at Folklife’s booth on the Fisher Green. We can answer your questions about Folklife, our year-round multi- cultural programs and our Friends of Folklife donor programs. Become a Friend today. CONTENTS Festival Information .................................................. 3 Cultural Focus: The Power of the Human Voice through Song ................. 4–6 Indie Roots ................................................................... 7 Dance at the Festival................................................. 8 Visual Arts at Folklife ................................................ 9 Family Fun .............................................................. 10–11 Festival Schedule .................................................12–19 Festival Vendors.........................................................21 Thank You & Sponsors .....................................22–23 Grounds Map ..............................................................24 WELCOME TO THE 45TH ANNUAL NORTHWEST FOLKLIFE FESTIVAL! Memorial Day weekend is a time of joyful reunion and a magnificent opportunity to meet new friends. Together we’ll celebrate the wide variety of the cultures that enrich our lives all year long. We’re glad you are a part of it! Our Cultural Focus this year is one we all can relate to: The Power of the Human Voice Through Song explores the many facets of song in the everyday lives of all the participating communities of the Northwest. You’re sure to find your moment of recollection and memory in the wide array of this year’s programming. As you enjoy your time at the Festival, please keep in mind that all of our performers are sharing their time and talents for the enrichment of us all. Their love of what they do brings them to our stages annually, yet their opportunities to do so cost ever more each year. We urge you to remember that this annual rite of spring remains open to all — on and off stage — due to your generous donations. The magic of this Festival is viable only through your financial participation — it is essential to ensure a vibrant festival now and for the next generation. Thanks to all of you who participate, volunteer and donate; to our partners at Seattle Center; our presenting sponsor, Seattle Cancer Care Alliance; many other sponsors; and to the thousands of people who gather on this special weekend to celebrate Folklife — the arts and traditions we all do with and for each other. Rafael Maslan President, Board of Directors Sunshine from Polynesia. Photo by Christopher Nelson Donors make the Folklife Festival happen! HOW MUCH SHOULD I GIVE? Your $10 suggested daily donation helps cover daily production costs. Become a Friend of Folklife ($50-$249 or more) to support Festival and Cultural Focus programs. Be a FolkStarter Friend ($250 and up) to support Northwest Folklife’s year-round multi-cultural programs. How Do I Give? • Drop cash into any Donation Box at any stage or entrance. • Text to give $10 [Text FOLK (your email address) to 20222 to give $10] (see page 3 for more information) • Donate with cash or credit card at any Donation Station. • Visit the kiosks at the Friends of Folklife Donation Station on the Fisher Green. • Give online at www.nwfolklife.org . Northwest Folklife is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. Photo credit: Piper Hanson GIVE Robert Townsend Executive Director