Happy Hour Dance Performance on Victoria Row

Score a patio seat, sit back, and enjoy a sneak peek of Island Steps, which will be playing at the Confederation Centre Amphitheatre this August. This high-energy dance show explores the fusion of traditional Island step with Caribbean and South American movement. Featuring Xclusiv Dance Crew.

Dance performance from 5:30 – 6:00 pm on Victoria Row.

Performance is FREE to watch and will be cancelled in the event of rain or bad conditions. Follow the Island Tides Facebook Page to stay up to date on rain locations and event cancellations.                                        

Instructor(s)

Xclusiv Crew

Dance Company

Xclusiv Crew is a black-owned dance company based here in Charlottetown. The company was founded by Joe Dames in 2010 and has grown tremendously over the past decade. Joe’s wife, Dawn, became Co-Creative Director in 2018 and the two have been changing lives ever since. Since leaving the Bahamas together, Joe and Dawn have cemented themselves as vital members of the PEI community. Over the years, they have set the bar quite high for the dance community. They have partnered with multiple dance studios, clothing brands, and local organizations. They both have had the opportunity to write, direct, and choreograph together on the island; Moving in Color with Hurricanes Dance, Kings & Queens with Island Fringe Festival, Street Fusion & Island Vibe with The Charlottetown Festival, Canada Games Opening Ceremony, and recently, Project X. They specialize in Caribbean Movement & HipHop dance and have found a beautiful way of fusing other cultural styles together. With all of that, Joe and Dawn still manage to teach classes for multiple studios, work a 9-5, manage their own clothing brand, and care for their beautiful daughter, Dior. The older she gets, the more challenging it becomes to keep Xclusiv going, but they get it done, no matter what. They remain dedicated to elevating and diversifying the styles taught, practiced and performed on Prince Edward Island. Their goal is to continue to break stereotypes and pave the way for young artists like themselves.

Date:

Saturday, June 22

Time:

5:30 pm ( 45 Min )

Venue

Victoria Row

Address

146 Richmond St, Charlottetown

Price

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Happy Hour Dance Performance on Victoria Row

Score a patio seat, sit back, and enjoy a sneak peek of Island Steps, which will be playing at the Confederation Centre Amphitheatre this August. This high-energy dance show explores the fusion of traditional Island step with Caribbean and South American movement. Featuring a collaboration between Xclusiv Dance Crew and Encore step-dancing performance group.

Dance performance from 5:30 – 6:15 pm on Victoria Row.

Performances are FREE to watch and will be cancelled in the event of rain or bad conditions. Follow the Island Tides Facebook Page to stay up to date on rain locations and event cancellations.                                                   

Instructor(s)

Xclusiv Crew

Dance Group

Xclusiv Crew is a black-owned dance company based here in Charlottetown. The company was founded by Joe Dames in 2010 and has grown tremendously over the past decade. Joe’s wife, Dawn, became Co-Creative Director in 2018 and the two have been changing lives ever since. Since leaving the Bahamas together, Joe and Dawn have cemented themselves as vital members of the PEI community. Over the years, they have set the bar quite high for the dance community. They have partnered with multiple dance studios, clothing brands, and local organizations. They both have had the opportunity to write, direct, and choreograph together on the island; Moving in Color with Hurricanes Dance, Kings & Queens with Island Fringe Festival, Street Fusion & Island Vibe with The Charlottetown Festival, Canada Games Opening Ceremony, and recently, Project X. They specialize in Caribbean Movement & HipHop dance and have found a beautiful way of fusing other cultural styles together. With all of that, Joe and Dawn still manage to teach classes for multiple studios, work a 9-5, manage their own clothing brand, and care for their beautiful daughter, Dior. The older she gets, the more challenging it becomes to keep Xclusiv going, but they get it done, no matter what. They remain dedicated to elevating and diversifying the styles taught, practiced and performed on Prince Edward Island. Their goal is to continue to break stereotypes and pave the way for young artists like themselves.

ENCORE Dance

Dance Group

Encore is a new performance group from PEI that puts the spotlight on island step dancing. Bethany Pineau, Juliette Roberts, Maddie Mossey, Libby Smith, and Maggie Burns are all award winning step dancers, instructors, and performers. These ladies had their debut performance alongside 6hearts at the 2023 Illumination Festival, and have since had successful performances at the Harbour Front Theatre and Confederation Centre of the Arts with maritime legends; Heather Rankin and The Barra MacNeils. Encore also recently had an outstanding debut launch show that showcased their talent and passion for dance this past March in Summerside. Get ready to clap, hoot, and holler as they wow the crowd with their percussive sounds, in sync rhythms, and electric energy!

Date:

Saturday, June 22

Time:

5:30 pm ( 45 Min )

Venue

Victoria Row

Address

146 Richmond St, Charlottetown

Price

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Persian Dance for Your Soul

Join Monelli for a unique one-hour workshop where you’ll dive into the captivating world of Iranian dance, music, and culture. Experience both ancient and modern dance forms in this social dance session. Known as the “classical court dance,” it features solo improvised moves with playful hand and arm gestures that exude a flirtatious vibe.

Come alone or with a partner and immerse yourself in the magic of this dance. Dress comfortably in layers that make you feel confident and don’t forget your water bottle and optional shawl.

Since we’ll be outdoors, feel free to go barefoot and connect with nature. No dance experience needed—just bring your willingness to move and have fun!

This event goes outdoors – rain or shine!

Follow the Island Tides Facebook and Instagram pages to stay up to date on rain locations and event cancellations.

Instructor(s)

Monelli Rahmatian

Yoga Teacher & Persian Dance Instructor

Iranian-born artist Monelli Rahmatian has been enriching the Island with her vibrant interpretation of Persian dance and culture. Through performances at festivals, group dance classes, and Persian cooking workshops, she aims to spread joy and empowerment to all! Monelli is a homeschooling mother of two, a certified Kundalini Yoga Teacher and Persian Dance Instructor. Monelli is deeply passionate about holistic healing and wellness and manages numerous online wellness groups. For the past 3 years, she has been infusing the Island Tides Festival with her unique Persian flair. Through the transformative power of dance, Monelli uplifts, empowers, and brings joy to all who join her.

Date:

Saturday, June 22

Time:

5:30 pm ( 45 Min )

Venue

Victoria Row

Address

146 Richmond St, Charlottetown

Price

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Island Tides 5K Rainbow Run in Partnership with Pride PEI

The Island Tides Rainbow Run, in partnership with Pride PEI, returns! The most colourful 5k fun run ever – for runners, walkers, and movers alike.

The route begins at Rochford Square (All Souls Ln) at 8am, will take you through scenic downtown Charlottetown, and will end right back where you started.

Free t-shirt with registration. Your most colourful clothing is recommended, but not required.

RAINBOW RUN INFO SHEET

Date:

Saturday, June 22

Time:

5:30 pm ( 45 Min )

Venue

Victoria Row

Address

146 Richmond St, Charlottetown

Price

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Disco Zumba

Come enjoy this FREE Disco Zumba Dance Class with Polina Salabay. This active dancing class features hit music, bright energy, and an optional dress code of disco attire! It will be funny, bright, and active. The class will consist of dancing and trying to learn one easy, but active choreography, so you can expand your base of movements and get positive emotions and energy!

This class is suitable for all ages and levels of dancing experience. Meet at the Founder’s Hall Outdoor Greenspace (near the patio).

Please bring: A water bottle & wear comfortable clothes
Rain location: The event goes rain or shine – let’s embrace the elements, shall we?

Follow the Island Tides Facebook and Instagram pages to stay up to date on rain locations and event cancellations.

Instructor(s)

Polina Salabay

Dance Instructor

Polina is a dancer and choreographer originally from Lviv, Ukraine. She moved to PEI in spring 2022 and continues her dancing life here as well. She has been dancing from childhood! Polina started as a student of Jazz, Modern and Contemporary classes with ballet basics and after that started to learn dive deeper in Hip-Hop! Now her the main styles are Hip-Hop and Jazz-Funk, but also she loves and enhances her skills in Vogue, Waacking, Dancehall, High Heels and of course Contemporary as her first style. She started her professional way in dance field 7 years ago, by teaching kids and adults. Her competitive teams participated in big Ukrainian competitions and got a lot of awards. The most proud her experience is participation in WORLD OF DANCE (Ukrainian final) and achieving the 9th place among all Ukrainian experienced competitive teams (about 60 of them).

Date:

Saturday, June 22

Time:

5:30 pm ( 45 Min )

Venue

Victoria Row

Address

146 Richmond St, Charlottetown

Price

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