Artists Series
Larry Yazzie, Fancy Dancer
Honoring the Spirit
Wednesday, November 28, 2007
Schofield Auditorium | 7:30 P.M.
"My mission is to go around the world and
educate people and bridge the cultures."
- Larry Yazzie quoted in
The Advertiser, Adelaide, Australia
Raised on the Meskwaki Indian Settlement in Central Iowa, Larry Yazzie (Meskwaki/Dine) began dancing at the age of seven. Throughout his childhood he was instructed in the traditions of the Meskwaki People, including the flamboyant and energetic fancy dance and the northern Plains style of singing.
Yazzie won the World Championship for the Northern Style Fancy Dance in 1995 and is now a recognized lecturer, educator and performer who has shared his culture throughout North America, South America, Europe and Australia.
Notable appearances include the 1996 Atlanta Summer Olympic Games, the 1999 Goodwill Games in Russia, the 2005 Belo Horizante International Cultural Festival in Brazil, and the 2005 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City, at which he appeared with his seven-year-old son Jessup.
More information: appserv.mnstate.edu/gooding
Pre-Performance Fry Bread Feast
The Native American Student Association (NASA) will host one of their
fantastic fry bread feasts. Come enjoy the wonderful food and get into
the spirit of an exciting performance to come. All profits go to NASA.
The Willow Lounge, Davies Center | 6pm
