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Discover Dance Class: Intro to Broadway Jazz
Date: Monday, July 28
Time: 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm (Doors open at 5:30 pm)
Location: Bata Shoe Museum
Tickets: $20 General, $15 Friends of the BSM
Step into the spotlight and bring the razzle-dazzle of Broadway to life in our Intro to Broadway Jazz class, led by dance instructor extraordinaire Melissa Bartrem! Learn dynamic jazz dance techniques inspired by iconic Broadway choreography. A beginner-friendly session for all ages and skill levels—no prior dance experience required! Put on your dancing shoes and let Melissa guide you through the glitz and glamour of Broadway jazz. This is your chance to shine on the dance floor like a true star!
Agenda
5:30 pm – Doors Open
6:00 to 7:00 pm – Dance Class
7:30 pm – Doors Close
Please check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Contact shan@batashoemuseum.ca with any questions.
Terms and Conditions apply.
ABOUT THE FACILITATOR
Melissa Bartrem is a dance artist, educator, and scholar from Toronto. Melissa’s international credits include stage appearances in Brazil with the Tihany Spectacular, South America’s largest Circus, Showtime! with Casino Figueria Da Foz, Portugal, and on the high seas with Princess Cruises. Her countless appearances in live events include performances as a Toronto Argonauts cheerleader, Brazilian Carnival Samba Dancer, Divas Las Vegas Live at Casino Rama to industrials representing brands and companies such as Red Bull and the Canadian Heart and Stroke Foundation. Melissa continues to appear in principal roles in film, television, and commercials.
Protected: Discover Dance Class: Intro to Indian Bharatnatyam
Residential School Survivor Lecture
Date: Tuesday, June 10
Time: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm (Doors open at 6:30 pm)
Location: Bata Shoe Museum
Tickets: $15 General, $10 Senior (65+) and Students (with ID), $5 Friends of the BSM, Free for Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit, Métis)
Join us for an impactful and enlightening evening with Karen Chaboyer, an Ojibwe kwe, author, educator, and Residential School survivor. Karen is from Rainy River First Nation in Treaty 3 Territory, a proud mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who has dedicated her life to sharing her story and educating others about the lasting effects of Residential Schools. Please note, due to the nature of the topic, we ask all audience members be 14+. The Bata Shoe Museum will be donating all ticket sales to the Giiwitaa Wholistic Counselling Services on behalf of Karen.
Please check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Contact shan@batashoemuseum.ca with any questions.
Terms and Conditions apply.
Agenda
6:30 pm – Doors Open
7:00 pm – Lecture Begins
8:00 pm – Lecture Ends, Galleries Open
9:00 pm – Museum Closes
ABOUT THE SPEAKER:
Karen Chaboyer is an Ojibwe kwe, a great-grandmother, a grandmother, and mother, she is also an author, a public speaker, and an educator. Karen is from Rainy River First Nation, a community in Northwestern Ontario, Treaty 3 Territory. Karen is a survivor of St Margaret’s Indian Residential School, also known as the Fort Frances Indian Residential School where she attended for 9 years.
Karen was born into a family of 11 siblings: 9 brothers and 2 sisters. She is the third youngest in her family. She is also a second generation survivor of Residential School.
Karen has been presenting since 2006. Her audiences are mostly elementary/high schools, colleges, universities and organizations. Karen shares the effects Residential School had on her and how she lost her identity, her roots, her culture and language. Karen’s goal is to educate people on the impact Residential Schools had on her and Indigenous individuals, families and communities to this day.
Moccasin-Making with the Manitobah Storyboot School
Date: Saturday May 31, Sunday June 7, Sunday June 14
Time: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Location: Bata Shoe Museum
Tickets: $195 General, Free for Indigenous Youth
Participants must attend all three workshop dates.
Learn the traditional art of moccasin-making with Anishinaabe artist Natalie Ortiz in this three-part workshop designed to teach hand-sewing leatherwork and beading techniques. Workshop facilitator Natalie Ortiz will guide participants through the full process, from start to finish, of creating their own custom moccasins from design, pattern-making, beadwork, and construction, to caring for the finished footwear. All tools, materials, and comprehensive instruction will be provided. Please note that missing one or more of the three sessions will likely result in an unfinished project. This course is designed for ages 12 +.
The Bata Shoe Museum is pleased to offer 10 free Indigenous Youth spots for free. Please fill out this form to express your interest. Based on a first come, first served basis.
Please check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Refunds are permitted up until 3 business days prior to the first workshop date. Contact shan@batashoemuseum.ca with any questions.
Terms and Conditions apply.
ABOUT THE FACILIATOR:
Natalie Ortiz is a Toronto-based Indigenous artist. Her work focuses on handmade jewelry, moccasins, and leatherwork. Natalie is Anishinaabe of Wauzhushk Onigum Nation and of Peruvian decent. Her art carries deep meaning connected to her roots, reflecting the traditions and teachings passed down through generations. She learned beading and moccasin-making through traditional teachings. She has been making moccasins for five years, and every pair is crafted with intention, meant to be worn and appreciated by anyone who connects with them. Follow Natalie on social media for moccasins and leatherwork at @natymocs. Her jewelry can be found on Oliva’s Jewelry and @olivasjewelry.