The Department of Theatre & Dance, through the generosity of David and Lowell Andreas in honor of their wife and mother, will host the following Artists in Residence during spring semester 2008. Most will include a public master class or public performance:
(Native American)—World Dance class Feb. 5
Born on the Meskwaki Indian Settlement in central Iowa, Larry Yazzie began dancing at age 7. He was taught the traditions of the Meskwaki people, including the flamboyant and energetic fancy dance and the Northern Plains style of singing. A renowned fancy dancer who consistently takes top honors at American Indian powwows through the U.S. and Canada, he won the World Championship for the Northern Style Fancy Dance in 1995 and 2007. He also serves as an Arena Director, Singing Judge and Head Man Dancer.
More dancing and a some explanation of the history of fancy dancing.
