Panel Discussion: Building a Nordic Network for Inclusive Dance This panel introduces a new initiative to develop a collaborative network among inclusive dance organizations in Norway, Finland, Sweden, and Denmark. While each country has made significant strides in advancing inclusive dance education and artistry, much of this work has occurred in isolation. Through this partnership,...

Two performances: Sister, I can feel it in my bones (Finland) and The Wall – MAD Kolektiv (Spain) Sister, I can feel it in my bones (Finland) (45min) "Talking about the floor, I just realised, you know, like, people are always saying if you fall you’re going to break your bones, which is obvious." Sister,...

The performance of the X Dance Festival at the Caisa Cultural Center today at 6 PM is sold out! 3 performances: FIMD (DK): Walking care-freely through troubles, Kris Lenzo (USA): Method, Kaos Company: Sister FIMD (DK): Walking care-freely through troubles (20min) Solo, Dancer: Sissel Phul Stauersbøl. Choreographer Paulina Rewucka, in collaboration with Sissel and Artistic...

Workshop: Accessible yoga and meditation This 2-hour workshop, facilitated by Jennifer Garrido—occupational therapist, somatic coach, and ERYT-500 yoga instructor—offers an inclusive space to explore accessible yoga and meditation. Jennifer specializes in adaptive yoga for diverse bodies and minds, integrating a trauma-sensitive and neurodiversity-affirming approach. Through gentle movement, guided meditation, and group reflection, participants will explore...

This is a workshop designed for people with intellectual disabilities and their communities, as well as people interested in dancing or teaching dance to this community. Everyone is welcome including your personal assistant. acers with intelle During the workshop, we will introduce accessible dance practices for people with intellectual disabilities. We will use improvisational tools...

In this work-in-progress showing we will share the creative process developed by dancers with intellectual disabilities from Ihanat and UDF created during the X Dance Festival. There will be a bilingual talk back directly following the showing where the audience can comment or ask questions about the current process. Sydney Erlikh + Maypril Krukowski-Minor +...