Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Winnipeg's Contemporary Dancers ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [News](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/news/) - [Call for Artists!](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/call-for-artists-2/) - Posting: June 30, 2026Deadline to apply: September 10, 2026 at 4:00pm Call For Artists!Each season WCD provides multiple entry points for artists to connect, perform and create with WCD. This season we are thrilled to offer our second submission-based, mainstage opportunity and are excited to see who may join us! WCD’s 26/27 Call to Artists - [Call for Dancers](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/call-for-dancers-3/) - Winnipeg’s Contemporary Dancers is thrilled to welcome Canadian icon Margie Gillis to set The Whole Bloomin Thing on WCD. WCD invites female-identifying, Winnipeg-based contemporary dancers with professional experience to submit for consideration. This is a paid project with six roles available and spans auditions, rehearsals, and performances across 2026. Artists selected will work closely with Margie - [Work With Us! We're Hiring an Operations & Administration Lead](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/work-with-us-were-hiring-an-operations-administration-lead/) - Winnipeg’s Contemporary Dancers (WCD) is a small but deeply rooted organization with a 61-year history of shaping and supporting contemporary dance in Canada. We call the Rachel Browne Theatre home, right in Winnipeg’s Exchange District - a space that’s as much a creative hub as it is a performance venue. Alongside WCD’s three-show subscription series, - [We are hiring! Term Arts Administrator](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/we-are-hiring-term-arts-administrator/) - Term Arts Administrator Organization: Winnipeg’s Contemporary Dancers (WCD) About WCD Canada’s longest running contemporary dance company, WCD is celebrating its 61st season, showcasing new and dynamic works featuring local artists. POSITION SUMMARY: Winnipeg’s Contemporary Dancers is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and energetic Arts Administrator to provide temporary support to the organization during its 61st season. Join a - [WCD is Looking for Volunteers!](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/wcd-is-looking-for-volunteers/) - Are you passionate about dance? Contact us to volunteer for our upcoming show: Accumulation a New Creation by Jolene Bailie Friday, April 17th (6:30pm to 9:30pm)Saturday, April 18th (6:30pm to 9:30pm)Sunday, April 19th (3:00pm to 6:00pm)The Rachel Browne Theatre, 211 Bannatyne Ave, 2nd floor We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to greet & inform visitors, help with - [WCD is Looking for Volunteers!](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/looking-for-volunteers-2/) - Are you passionate about dance? Contact us to volunteer for our upcoming two-show subscription series starting with: MÆ – Motion Aftereffect by Freya Björg OlafsonFriday, January 30 (6:30pm to 9:30pm)Saturday, January 31 (6:30pm to 9:30pm)Sunday, February 1 (3:00pm to 6:00pm)The Rachel Browne Theatre, 211 Bannatyne Ave, 2nd floor We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to greet & - [WCD’s 2025 Annual General Meeting will be held on Monday, December 1, at 6:30 pm.](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/wcds-2025-annual-general-meeting-will-be-held-on-monday-december-1-at-630-pm/) - All are welcome to attend.* To attend please register by email to communications@winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca If you have any questions, please submit your questions before the AGM to communications@winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca by November 26th, 2025 by 4:00 p.m. *Voting rights are reserved for individual subscription holders from the 2024-25 and 2025-26 seasons. - [We are hiring! WCD is looking for a Front of House/House Manager](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/we-are-hiring-wcd-is-looking-for-a-front-of-house-house-manager/) - Winnipeg's Contemporary Dancers is looking for a Front of House/House Manager Job Title: House Manager (hourly) Organization: Winnipeg’s Contemporary Dancers House Manager key responsibilities: To train and supervise volunteers for each performance to usher patrons, hand out programs, and supervise the studio and public spaces; To provide a welcoming environment to all visitors to the - [In memory of Stephanie Ballard](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/in-memory-of-stephanie-ballard/) - WCD is so saddened to hear of the passing of Stephanie Ballard, a dedicated artist who has been part of the WCD family for over 50 years. On behalf of WCD, we are sending caring thoughts, and love, as we remember and celebrate someone who was so special to our community. May all the loving - [Call for Proposals: Freelance Communications & Marketing Support](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/call-for-proposals-freelance-communications-marketing-support/) - Winnipeg's Contemporary Dancers is seeking a freelance communications and marketing specialist to support our team throughout the 2025/2026 season. We’re looking for someone who already works with arts organizations or nonprofits and understands how to amplify their presence. You’ll be helping us stay connected with our community, tell our story, and raise awareness about our - [We Are Hiring!](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/we-are-hiring-6/) - WCD is looking for a Bartender for the cash bar for WCD’s show April 25-27 RESPONSIBILITIES: Greet and communicate with WCD patrons in a welcoming, friendly and efficient manner Taking and serving drinks Process payments and handle cash transactions accurately Set up and tear down Be willing to lend a hand as needed SCHEDULE:April 25-26 from - [WCD is looking for a Treasurer!](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/wcd-is-looking-for-a-treasurer/) - Please share this information with anyone who might be interested! WCD is looking for a Treasurer, a person with financial skills and experience. Ideally, this individual will have board experience, strategic foresight, and a strong commitment to fulfilling WCD’s mission. The core responsibility is strategic oversight and guidance. The Treasurer provides guidance and advice regarding finances, internal controls, compliance, - [Thanks so much to everyone who submitted their work for WCD’s Call to Artists!](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/thanks-so-much-to-everyone-who-submitted-their-work-for-wcds-call-to-artists/) - Thanks so much to everyone who submitted their work for WCD’s Call to Artists! We received applications from all across Canada and we were delighted with the enthusiastic response! Thank you to the panel who reviewed all submissions and selected the line up! Thanks so much to Jera Wolfe, Ralph Escamillan and Jolene Bailie for - [Call for Board Members](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/call-for-board-members/) - Who we are looking for: WCD is looking for individuals with diverse backgrounds and experience and who have a strong commitment to fulfill WCD’s mission. Of particular interest are those with legal experience, financial, and fundraising skills and experience. Ideally, these individuals will have board experience and strategic foresight. What is involved: For Board Members, the - [Call for Artists! Deadline Extended!](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/call-for-artists-deadline-extended/) - Call For ArtistsWinnipeg's Contemporary Dancers First Posting: October 30, 2024Updated Posting: December 09, 2024Extended Deadline: January 05, 2025 Call For Artists!Each season WCD provides multiple entry points for artists to connect, perform and create with WCD. This season we are proud to offer a submission-based, mainstage opportunity and are excited to see who may join - [The Rachel Browne Legacy Campaign](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/the-rachel-browne-legacy-campaign/) - Giving Tuesday is just around the corner! Called “the world’s largest generosity movement”, Giving Tuesday is a day for people across the globe to come together in the spirit of community and giving back and to show love to their favourite charitable organizations. We hope you will consider showing love to Winnipeg’s Contemporary Dancers this - [WCD’S 2024 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/wcds-2024-annual-general-meeting/) - WCD’s 2024 Annual General Meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 12, at 6:30 pm. All are welcome to attend.* To attend please register by email to communications@winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca If you have any questions, please submit your questions before the AGM to communications@winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca by December 5th, 2023 by 4:00 p.m. *Voting rights are reserved for individual - [Call for Artists](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/call-for-artists/) - Call For ArtistsWinnipeg’s Contemporary DancersPosting: October 30, 2024Deadline: December 18, 2024 Call For Artists!Each season WCD provides multiple entry points for artists to connect, perform and create with WCD. This season we are proud to offer a submission-based, mainstage opportunity and are excited to see who may join us! WCD’s 24/25 Call to Artists opens - [WCD’s 50/50 FOR DANCE! Get your tickets today!](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/wcds-50-50-for-dance-get-your-tickets-today/) - WCD’s 50/50 FOR DANCE!Your chance to win while supporting our 60th Anniversary Season! We are so excited to be teaming up with Funding Change for a much-loved Manitoba tradition…the 50/50! The winner will receive half of the final amount with the other half going to support Winnipeg’s Contemporary Dancers’ passion for creating, producing, teaching, and - [Call for WCD Board of Directors](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/call-for-wcd-board-of-directors/) - Who we are: Winnipeg’s Contemporary Dancers is a not-for-profit organization & registered charity dedicated to contemporary dance. Founded in 1964, Winnipeg’s Contemporary Dancers is Canada’s longest running contemporary dance company. The company creates, produces and presents contemporary dance with a view to advance the art form for professional artists and audiences alike. The company presents - [Join us for the 60th Anniversary Season Launch!](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/join-us-for-the-60th-anniversary-season-launch/) - Be the first to hear about WCD’s 2024-2025 season! 24/25 Season LaunchFriday, September 20th at 7:30pm Tickets hereWCD’s 60th Anniversary Season Launch features a screening of “A Good Madness: The Dance of Rachel Browne” and a WCD performance. “A Good Madness: The Dance of Rachel Browne”Written, Directed and Produced by Danielle Sturk This feature documentary on - [LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS!](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/looking-for-volunteers/) - Are you passionate about dance? We are so excited to launch WCD's 60th Anniversary Season! We are looking for volunteers for the 24/25 Season LaunchFriday, September 20 from 6:30pm to 9:30 pmThe Rachel Browne Theatre, 211 Bannatyne Ave, 2nd floor We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to greet & inform visitors, assist at the prize draw, - [Celebrate our 60th anniversary with WCD’s 2024 Seat Sale!](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/celebrate-our-60th-anniversary-with-wcds-2024-seat-sale/) - Support WCD and name the seat for yourself, your family, in memory of a loved one, or in the name of your business venture. Buy a seat for $500 or a block of 5 seats for $2,000! The plaque engraved with the name will be affixed on one of the seats in the Rachel Browne - [This week! Join us for “signals to segue” by Jolene Bailie!](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/this-week-join-us-for-signals-to-segue-by-jolene-bailie/) - signals to segue, a New Creation by Artistic Director, Jolene Bailie, showcasing an all-Winnipeg team including an ensemble of dancers, plus original sound by Emma Hendrix and lighting by long-time collaborator, Hugh Conacher! Preview – May 2 at 7:30pmFriday, May 3 at 7:30pm – followed by Opening Night receptionSaturday, May 4 at 7:30pmSunday, May 5 - [This week! "Play Cowboy" + "Begin Again" by Jera Wolfe!](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/this-week-play-cowboy-begin-again-by-jera-wolfe/) - Join us for “Play Cowboy" + "Begin Again”! Preview show is this Thursday, February 22 @ 7:30pm with shows on February 23th & 24th @ 7:30 as well as February 25th @ 4pm - Artist Talk with Tracy Koga to follow! Buy tickets online through Eventbrite (service fees apply) or call the Box Office 204-452-0229.Online - [Call for Artist Talk Moderators!](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/call-for-artist-talk-moderators/) - If you may be interested in moderating an Artist Talk at Winnipeg’s Contemporary Dancers, please send us an expression of interest! WCD presents post performance Artist Talks in conjunction with its subscription series. If you may have experience and interest in this role, please send us an expression of interest via email! Your expression of - [We Are Hiring!](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/we-are-hiring-3/) - WCD is looking for a Bartender for the cash bar for WCD’s shows in February and May. RESPONSIBILITIES: Greet and communicate with WCD patrons in a welcoming, friendly and efficient manner Taking and serving drinks Process payments and handle cash transactions accurately Set up and tear down Be willing to lend a hand as needed - [WCD’s 50/50 for Dance!](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/raffle-wcds-50-50-for-dance/) - Your chance to win while supporting Winnipeg's Contemporary Dancers!Get your tickets today! The winner will receive half of the final amount with the other half going to support Winnipeg’s Contemporary Dancers’ passion for creating, producing, teaching, and presenting contemporary dance with a view to advance the art formfor professional artists and audiences alike. FINAL DRAW: May - [WCD’S 2023 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/wcds-2023-annual-general-meeting/) - WCD’s 2023 Annual General Meeting will be held December 5th, Tuesday, at 6:30pm. All are welcome to attend.* To attend please register by email to communications@winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca If you have any questions, please submit your questions before the AGM to communications@winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca by December 1st, 2023 at 4:00 p.m. *Voting rights are reserved for individual subscription holders - [Call for Board of Directors](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/call-for-board-of-directors-4/) - Who we are: Winnipeg’s Contemporary Dancers is a not for profit organization & registered charity dedicated to contemporary dance. Founded in 1964, Winnipeg’s Contemporary Dancers is Canada’s longest running contemporary dance company. The company creates, produces and presents contemporary dance with a view to advance the art form for professional artists and audiences alike. The - [CALL for DANCERS](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/call-for-dancers-2/) - We are thrilled to commission Guest Choreographer, Jera Wolfe, to create a new work for WCD! WCD invites Winnipeg-based contemporary dancers who wish to be considered for this project to join us for an in-person open house. The open house will consist of a WCD-led warm-up, followed by phrase work led by acclaimed Choreographer, Jera - [WCD's 50/50 FOR DANCE!](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/wcds-50-50-for-dance/) - We are so excited to be teaming up with Funding Change for a much-loved Manitoba tradition…the 50/50! The winner will receive half of the final amount with the other half goingto support Winnipeg's Contemporary Dancers' passion for creating, producing,teaching, and presenting contemporary dance with a view to advance the art formfor professional artists and audiences - [Studio Performance and Artist Talk with Christopher House](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/studio-performance-and-artist-talk-with-christopher-house/) - March 17 at 7:30pm The Rachel Browne Theatre Christopher House will present an informal version of his adaptation of NEWS with choreography by Deborah Hay. Christopher House learned NEWS during the Solo Performance Commissioning Project (SPCP) in Findhorn, Scotland, in 2006 and have performed many iterations of this score-based work over the last seventeen years. - [We Are Hiring!](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/we-are-hiring-2/) - Winnipeg’s Contemporary Dancers is in search of a General Manager. Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, this position works collaboratively and in partnership with the Artistic Director to advance the mission, vision, and strategic plans of the organization, and is responsible for all administrative and operational areas of WCD’s operations, including financial, personnel, facility, - [WCD’S 2022 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/wcds-2022-annual-general-meeting/) - WCD’s 2022 Annual General Meeting will be held December 12th, Monday, at 6:30pm. All are welcome to attend.* If you have any questions, please submit your questions before the AGM to communications@winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca by December 8th, 2022 at 4:00 p.m. Masks are recommended for those attending this event *Voting rights are reserved for individual subscription holders from - [Save the Date! WCD's 2022-2023 Season Launch!](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/save-the-date-wcds-2022-2023-season-launch/) - Please join us Friday, September 23rd at 7:30pm for WCD’s 2022-23 Season Launch! Come celebrate the official kick-off (or should we say grand battement?) of our 58th season! Be the first to hear about our 2022-23 season including the chance to take in a WCD performance! Join us and celebrate new dancers in their WCD - [Studio Performance and Artist Talk with Guest Artist, Sara Porter](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/studio-performance-and-artist-talk-with-guest-artist-sara-porter/) - Thursday, May 26, 7:30pmThe Rachel Browne Theatre The Artist Talk will be moderated by Ian Mozdzen. Sara Porter is a multi-faceted artist, performer, writer and teacher with a distinctive voice and a broad palette. Noted for being truly multi-disciplinary – and her wry sense of humour – Porter centres her work in a feminist, queer - [WCD's 2020/2021 Annual Report](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/wcds-2020-2021-annual-report/) - We are delighted to share our Annual Report! Thanks so much to everyone who worked with us last season!Thanks so much to our staff, the artists and all the independent contractors!Thanks so much to our supporters, funders, patrons, donors and Board of Directors! Click here to view. - [WCD's Artist Talk with Ralph Escamillan](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/wcds-artist-talk-with-ralph-escamillan/) - WCD is thrilled to present an online Artist Talk with Guest Artist in Residence, Ralph Escamillan! Free online and on-demand! View Artist Talk here Also available with subtitles here WCD’s Guest Artist in Residence opportunity welcomed Canadian-Filipinx choreographer, Ralph Escamillan. Escamillan connected to WCD by way of submission through a public “Call to Artists,” and - [ANNOUNCING CANCELLATIONS](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/announcing-cancellations/) - Out of a concern for safety and well-being, we have made the decision to cancel our upcoming performances of Like a Dog & Icône Pop, scheduled for February 25 – 27, 2022. We appreciate your understanding, all ticket holders will be contacted directly. - [WCD’S 2021 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/wcds-2021-annual-general-meeting/) - WCD’s 2021 Annual General Meeting will be held December 13th, Monday, at 6:30pm at The Rachel Browne Theatre, 211 Bannatyne Ave, 2nd floor. If you have any questions, please submit your questions before the AGM to communications@winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca by December 10, 2020 at 4:00 p.m. - [Live Performance of Jera Wolfe's "Begin Again" and WCD's 21/22 Season Launch](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/live-performance-of-jera-wolfes-begin-again-and-wcds-21-22-season-launch/) - Friday, September 24th at 7:30pmThe Rachel Browne Theatre2nd Floor, 211 Bannatyne Ave. Be the first in Winnipeg to see this amazing new work by Jera Wolfe, in-person! Be the first to hear about WCD’s 21/22 season! The September 24th performance includes one new section of choreography not included in the online presentation. Choreography: Jera WolfeDancers: - [Season Update](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/season-update/) - We are thrilled to announce details for our in-person performance of Body & Light! Body & LightDrive-In Performance Live performances for small drive-in audiences Thursday, May 27 at 7:00pmFriday, May 28 at 7:00pm and 9:00pmSaturday, May 29 at 7:00pm and 9:00pmSunday, May 30 at 4:00pm Location: Cercle Molière340 Provencher Boulevard, in the parking lot.This location - [A message from Winnipeg’s Contemporary Dancers, 2020-2021 season](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/a-message-from-winnipegs-contemporary-dancers-2020-2021-season/) - September 1, 2020 WCD is committed to presenting a diversity of creative work and to being a place where the creative work of Indigenous, Black, People of Color, and other marginalized groups, is presented, encouraged and shared. WCD acknowledges the harm caused by systemic racism and inequity and we have committed to the following actions. - [Call for Dancers](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/call-for-dancers/) - September 10, 2020 We are thrilled to commission Guest Choreographer, Jera Wolfe, to create a new work for WCD! WCD invites Winnipeg-based contemporary dancers who wish to be considered for this project to submit an expression of interest. Interested artists are invited to submit the following, by email, by October 2, 2020:- One 3-5 minute - [FIRST FRIDAYS in The EXCHANGE, October 2](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/first-fridays-in-the-exchange-october-2/) - Self-guided viewing experience, 7:30-9:30pm. Enjoy WCD's dance projection as part of your First Friday experience as you explore the Exchange District. Location:211 Bannatyne AvenueWinnipeg, MBWCD's dance video is projected on the window at Winnipeg's Contemporary Dancers, facing Old Market Square. The projection can be viewed from many points in Old Market Square. Your closest viewing - [CALL FOR GUEST ARTIST IN RESIDENCE](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/call-for-guest-artist-in-residence/) - October 05, 2020 WCD is thrilled to offer a new Guest Artist in Residence opportunity! WCD invites artists who work in contemporary dance to submit expressions of interest. Interested artists are invited to submit the following, by email, by November 22, 2020:– A one page description of your intent. For example, you may want - [Update](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/update/) - November 15, 2020 Due to Covid-19, WCD will continue to be closed to the public until further notice. In the meantime, please join us online for Up Close and disDANCING, our first online presentation in our 56 year history. Tickets and the performance link are available November 13-29, 2020. If you are interested in renting - [WCD’S 2020 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/wcds-2020-annual-general-meeting/) - WCD’s 2020 Annual General Meeting will be held December 10th, Thursday, at 6:30pm. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this meeting will be held virtually. If you have any questions, please submit your questions before the AGM to communications@winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca by December 9, 2020 at 4:00 p.m. - [CALL FOR BOARD OF DIRECTORS](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/call-for-board-of-directors-3/) - December 2, 2020 Who we are: Founded in 1964, Winnipeg’s Contemporary Dancers is Canada’s oldest, and longest running, contemporary dance company. The company creates, produces and presents contemporary dance with a view to advance the art form for professional artists and audiences alike. The company presents an annual subscription series, operates the Rachel Browne Theatre, - [BODY & LIGHT UPDATE](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/body-light-update/) - Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, WCD is unable to present our newest work, Body & Light, in April. We are working to reschedule Body & Light to May. All tickets will be carried over for the new dates. Thank you for your patience as we navigate these unprecedented times. ## Pages - [Home](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/) - Watch for the full announcement of our 2026-2027 season coming soon! Subscriptions will be available in September. 2025-2026 Elusivity, WCD's Emerging Artist Initiative Elusivity, WCD's Emerging Artist Initiative Thursday, October 23 1:30 pm Friday, October 24 7:30 pm ELUSIVITY, WCD’s Emerging Artist Initiative LEARN MORE BUY TICKETS Croquis by Ralph Escamillan Croquis by Ralph Escamillan - [Donate](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/donate/) - We gratefully acknowledge and appreciate the support of our community, including patrons, season ticket holders, donors, funders and volunteers. Donate to WCD Rachel Browne Legacy Campaign Help us to commemorate WCD's Founding Artistic Director Donate to the Rachel Browne Legacy Campaign Endowment Fund Invest in the future of WCD with a gift to our endowment! - [For Artists](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/about/for-artists/) - Artist Fees for WCD’s online classes were made possible with the additional support of a Safe at Home grant from the Government of Manitoba. PAST SEASONS During the 24/25 season, WCD programmed 48 classes and hosted 4 days of additional workshops. In 23/24, WCD programmed 73 in-person, professional-levelclasses plus masterclass with Claire O'Neil and one - [Tickets](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/tickets/) - Ticket Prices $20-$38, single tickets group rate available for groups of 10 or more Online ticket sales cut off a half-hour before show time. All performances will take place at the Rachel Browne Theatre, 211 Bannatyne Ave, 2nd floor, unless otherwise noted. Accessible venue, inclusive washroom; please reserve for mobility devices. Buy tickets online through - [Board](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/about/board/) - Founder Company Mandate & Goals Artistic Director Board Staff Bookings History For Artists Annual Reports SHEENA STEMLERBoard ChairLINDSAY STEWART GLORVice-ChairASHLEIGH SPRIGGSSecretaryLESLEY LEWISTHOMAS DARANAYUSH JAIN LISA STIVERHonorary Council - [Rent](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/rent/) - Our venue can also be block booked as a studio for rehearsals and creation, with no tech. Please inquire for more details. Minimum booking of three consecutive hours is required. The Rachel Browne Theatre stands out as an exceptional rental venue for rehearsals for its large pillar free space and sprung floor. VENUE SPECS The - [Timeline](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/about/company/timeline/) - Artistic Directors, Founding to Present PAST PRODUCTIONS 1964 - 1983 RACHEL BROWNE, Artistic Director Winnipeg’s Contemporary Dancers was initiated by Rachel Browne in 1964 as one of Canada’s founding contemporary dance companies. Under her leadership, the company grew from an amateur troupe to a professional touring company. By the mid-70’s the company included an ensemble - [Staff](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/about/staff/) - Founder Company Mandate & Goals Artistic Director Board Staff Bookings History For Artists Annual Reports Artistic Director JOLENE BAILIE E jbailie@winnipegscontemporarydancers.caP 204.452.0229 Administrator E communications@winnipegscontemporarydancers.caP 204.452.0229 Venue TechnicianZAMBIA PANKRATZ E vt@winnipegscontemporarydancers.caP 204.452.0229 WCD’s programming and operations also include a team of artists, collaborators, independent contractors and seasonal employees for various positions casually, hourly and seasonally. - [Annual Reports](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/about/annual-reports/) - Founder Company Mandate & Goals Artistic Director Board Staff Bookings History For Artists Annual Reports WCD Annual Report 2025 WCD Annual Report 2024 WCD Annual Report 2023 WCD Annual Report 2022 WCD Annual Report 2021 - [Seat Sale](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/donate/seat-sale/) - WCD's 2024/2025 Seat Sale! Celebrate the WCD’s 60th anniversary! Buy a seat for $500 or a block of 5 seats for $2,000! You can name the seat for yourself, your family, in memory of a loved one, or in the name of your business venture. You will receive a charitable tax receipt for the full - [Artistic Director](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/about/artistic-director/) - Founder Company Mandate & Goals Artistic Director Board Staff Bookings History For Artists Annual Reports Jolene Bailie Jolene Bailie is a choreographer, director and producer of contemporary dance. Her work reflects on humanness, soul and self-discovery to express a deeply human experience that is honest, complex and thorough. Jolene Bailie photo by Kristen Sawatsky Appointed - [Company](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/about/company/) - Founder Company Mandate & Goals Artistic Director Board Staff Bookings History For Artists Annual Reports Winnipeg’s Contemporary Dancers WCD creates and presents contemporary dance. Our work gathers people together to share, appreciate & contribute to the development of contemporary dance in Winnipeg. OBJECTIVE WCD advances artistic vitality and excellence in dance by creating, producing, teaching and - [History](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/about/history/) - Founder Company Mandate & Goals Artistic Director Board Staff Bookings History For Artists Annual Reports Winnipeg’s Contemporary Dancers is a not for profit organization & registered charity dedicated to contemporary dance. Founded by Rachel Browne, the company was initiated in 1964, incorporated as a registered charity in 1970, and is Canada’s oldest, and longest running, - [Mandate & Goals](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/about/mandate-goals/) - Founder Company Mandate & Goals Artistic Director Board Staff Bookings History For Artists Annual Reports Mandate VISION WCD is a leader in the creation and evolution of contemporary dance in Canada, and is committed to the evolution of the art form. WCD has established a place on the local, national and international arts landscape that - [Bookings](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/about/bookings/) - Begin Again Choreography by Jera Wolfe, 2021 21 minutes live performance, 4 dancers "Intricate choreography, powerful imagery, potent combination in world premiere dance production.” Winnipeg Free Press, Holly Harris Body & Light Choreography by Jolene Bailie, 2021 37 minutes live performance, 6 dancers “Body and light are themes that have come back to me daily during - [Donate Online](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/donate/donate-online/) - [Past Productions Timeline](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/about/history/past-productions/past-productions-timeline/) - SEASONS 2020 - 2021 2019 - 2020 2018 - 2019 2017 - 2018 2016 - 2017 2015 - 2016 2020 – 2021 SEASON UP CLOSE AND disDANCING – Emerging Artist Initiative The Rachel Browne Theatre Online Presentation November 13–29, 2021 Choreography: Jolene Bailie Dancers: Justine Erickson, Julius Gambalan, Andres Felipe Jimenez Mejia, Sophie Milord and - [Founder](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/about/founder/) - Rachel was inspiring as an artist and remained active as a choreographer, teacher and performer until her passing in 2012, dedicating her life to her art. Rachel made a profound contribution to dance in Canada and has left a prolific artistic legacy. For a more detailed biography and chronology of Rachel Browne’s choreographic works, please - [Past Productions](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/about/history/past-productions/) - 2024-2025 Game On, WCD's Emerging Artist Initiative Game On, WCD's Emerging Artist Initiative Thursday, October 24 1:30 pm Friday, October 25 7:30 pm Game On WCD’s Emerging Artist Initiative LEARN MORE WCD’s 60th Anniversary Tribute to Rachel Browne WCD’s 60th Anniversary Tribute to Rachel Browne November 28-30 7:30pm December 01 4:00pm WCD’s 60th Anniversary Tribute - [Merchandise](https://www.winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca/merchandise/) - Rachel Browne: Dancing Toward the Light BOOK BY CAROL ANDERSON “We owe a great deal to Rachel Browne. She is a role model for all of us, old and young. 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