DanceScapes began in 2006 as a small scale event showcased in the Westwood Collegiate Theatre with an audience of 100 people. Originally, the vision of dance teacher Jennifer Metelski, DanceScapes has since evolved into a large-scale, annual event with performers from Senior Years schools throughout the Division.

DanceScapes is thriving proof that the Manitoba Dance Curriculum is flourishing in the St. James-Assiniboia School Division!

"Dance is a vital part of every student's education and contributes to deep and enduring student engagement that leads to learning success. Dance education develops unique, powerful, and multiple ways of perceiving, interpreting, knowing, representing, and communicating understandings about self and the world. Through dance experiences, students have opportunities to think creatively, explore ideas and feelings, and develop emerging personal, cultural, and social identities." (Source: Dance Curriculum, Province of Manitoba).

Photo credit: Band@Westwood