Description
The third of Introductory Ethnic Dance Workshops - Han Dance.
A stand-alone, 1.25 hour long workshop taught by Lan Youngdale. Dance experience is NOT required. This workshop is free, but requires registration to keep workshop size at or under 20 in person attendees. Do sign up and ask for virtual call-in if desired.
For in person
Some limited parking on site- parking available in the neighborhood
Two single-stall all gender bathrooms
Fully wheelchair accessible
Outdoor shoes are not allowed in the studio space. Wear socks, go barefoot, or wear soft sole dance shoes
Children are allowed if they are older than 14 or with permission from Lan
First part of workshop will require sitting
About Lan: Lan began learning Chinese dance in 2002. She was not conversational in Chinese until around 2016~2020 and even now is learning words around Chinese performance and dance. The ethnic dance styles Lan performed on stage were rarely- if ever- explained in her primary language- English. Since ~2018, Lan has taken classes and sought knowledge on ethnic dance styles from around China.
With these workshops, Lan hopes to share what she has learned and give access to people interested in learning basic history, elements, and movement for Han Ethnic Dance- particularly Han stage performance dance, also known as Chinese classical dance.
A photographer will be taking photos and video for grant reporting and social media purposes. Participants may choose to not be photographed/recorded.
Agenda for Workshop
[5min] Introductions
[5min] Historical contexts
[10min] Elements of performance
Themes, Clothing, Props, Music
[30min] Movement style basics
Hand/arm positions, common steps
[20min] Short combination of movements
[5min] Q & A and popcorn style reflection
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Cover Photo Courtesy of Qin Jiang of performance from 2025 December performance with Shenpei Arts Alliance
This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Metropolitan Regional Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
Date & Time
Mon, Mar 30, 2026 6:30 PM - 7:45 PM
Venue Details
The Shawngrām Institute for Performance & Social Justice
1197 University Avenue WestSaint Paul, Minnesota 55104
