Native American Hoop Dance Performances

ShanDien Sonwai LaRance offers professional Native American hoop dance performances for festivals, cultural institutions, schools, conferences, tourism programs, and international events. Performances are rooted in Indigenous knowledge systems of the American Southwest and delivered with the standards of global professional production.

  • Dynamic solo performances featuring traditional and contemporary hoop designs, storytelling through movement, and culturally grounded presentation. Suitable for Land Acknowledgements, Weddings, Birthdays, and Public Events.

  • High-impact performances for Indigenous festivals, arts markets, cultural celebrations, and tourism-driven events. Programs can be scheduled as standalone features or recurring engagements.

  • Performances designed for museums, universities, cultural centers, and government events, often paired with contextual explanation and moderated discussion.

  • Culturally respectful performances developed for global audiences, world expos, international festivals, and cross-cultural collaborations.

Programs are adaptable for intimate gatherings, large-scale stages, educational settings, and international cultural exchanges.

WHAT SETS THESE PERFORMANCES APART

  • Cultural accuracy and protocol awareness

  • Decades of professional stage experience

  • Ability to adapt content for diverse audiences

  • Clear communication with presenters and organizers

  • Experience on international and institutional stages

COMMON PERFORMANCE SETTINGS

  • Indigenous & multicultural festivals

  • Schools, colleges & universities

  • Corporate & government events

  • Museums & cultural centers

  • International showcases & world expos

To inquire about performance availability, staging needs, or international travel, please submit event details through the booking form.

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Why Work With Shandien?

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Having toured internationally for nearly a decade with Cirque du Soleil and performed thousands of shows around the world, Shandien Sonwai-LaRance brings a rare fusion of artistry, cultural depth, and global professionalism. She carries the teachings of her ancestors with respect while adapting each experience to suit schools, communities, organizations, and international stages. Every performance or workshop Shandien offers is thoughtfully designed, culturally grounded, and fully customizable. Her goal is to ensure every audience—youth, adults, and elders—leaves with a deeper understanding of Native culture and the power of the circle of life.