Chichak Performing Arts
Chichak dancer mid-movementChichak performers on stageDancers in flowing motion under purple light

Est. 2009 · Vancouver, Canada

ChichakPerforming Arts

Movements from the Land of Fire.

A contemporary folk dance company preserving the folk traditions of the Caucasus through performance, choreography, and community in Canada.

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"Every step we take is a step many others have taken before."

Shalaleh Rismani, Co-Director

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Our Story

Our Story

How a passion project became a sixteen-year-old company.

The Company

The Company

Meet the co-directors and the ensemble.

Classes

Classes

Adult open class, youth program, workshops.

In the Press

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Our work is deeply inspired by our ancestral cultures, specifically the traditional music, songs, and movements of the Azerbaijani people. We are driven by a desire to preserve and share these traditions, not only for their beauty but also for their power to foster connection and understanding in our community.

— Asal Ahadi, Dance Centre Spotlight
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Bring Chichak to your stage.

Festivals, galas, cultural programming, and workshops. We welcome conversations with presenters, schools, and community organizations year-round.

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