We'd like to extend a very special thank you to the Dakota West Arts Council and the City of Bismarck for helping to fund our newest show! Coming soon to Bismarck/Mandan!
DON'T WORRY! THE MODERN WOMAN'S GUIDE TO 100% HAPPINESS (OR YOUR MONEY BACK) written by Karen Van Fossan and Dragon Jane. Friday, September 11, 2009 at 8 PM. Woman Song in LaMoure, ND.
DEVILS LAKE PUBLIC SCHOOLS RESIDENCY. Devils Lake, ND. April 20 -- May 8, 2009.
MANCHESTER HOUSE RESIDENCY. Bismarck, ND. Week of June 1, 2009.
WEST RIVER HEAD START "SCHOOLS AND ARTISTS AS LEARNING TEAMS" RESIDENCY. Mandan, ND. 2008-2009 School Year.
YOUTUBE. We're there. But can you find us???
Recent Projects, which we remember fondly!:
BLOOD MOTHER: THE WILD WOMAN'S GUIDE TO MASS MARKETING AND OTHER MODERN (MIS)ADVENTURES, written by Karen Van Fossan and Dragon Jane. PrideFest, Summer 2008.
PEACE PARADE. Monday, September 1, at 1 PM. Saint Paul, MN.
TUMBLEWEED CABARET: THE MYTH OF THE GOLDEN THREAD. The Lowry Theater, 16 West Fifth Street, St. Paul, MN. Monday, September 1. Doors open at 4 PM. Show at 7:30 PM.
TALENT NIGHT. Frances Leach High Prairie Arts and Science Center's Imagination Theatre, 1810 Schafer St, Bismarck, ND. Saturday, September 6. Social, 7:30 PM. Talent Show, 8 PM.
ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL RESIDENCY. Bismarck, ND. Beginning October 1.
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
Wednesday, July 9, 2008
Sunday, June 8, 2008
What is "Dragon Jane"?
"Dragon Jane is a life force!" says Bonnie Palecek, founder of the North Dakota Council on Abused Women's Services. Sometimes quirky, sometimes bold, always rooted in compassion -- Dragon Jane combines original theater, movement, music, and the spoken word to create and embody its vision of peace in this world. Collaborative and intergenerational, Dragon Jane fosters creativity and imagination in young and old alike. As Rae Abileah, national coordinator for CODEPINK has said, "Dragon Jane is a living example of the Gandhian philosophy -- 'Be the change you wish to see in the world.'"
You can read more about Dragon Jane's work with young people. You can also read more about Dragon Jane director, Karen Van Fossan, in her work as a peace playwright and author.
You can read more about Dragon Jane's work with young people. You can also read more about Dragon Jane director, Karen Van Fossan, in her work as a peace playwright and author.
Thursday, May 8, 2008
Reviews of Dragon Jane
"I thought I was in New York!"
"Dragon Jane is a boldly outrageous collective of women who dance what few people dare to speak, be it in-your-face truth, in-your-heart sensitivity, or in your soul search for understanding – you’ll find that ‘Aha!’ moment and smile."
-Michelle Steinwand, Founder, WomanSong
"Our evaluations keep coming in: 'We love Dragon Jane!'"
-Fargo Fall Festival
"Dragon Jane is a living example of the Gandhian philosophy -- 'Be the change you wish to see in the world.' These women aren’t just talking about peace—they’re walking, leaping, acting, spiraling, and embodying peace. Dragon Jane’s creative, upbeat, and emotive performances will illuminate the hearts of kids, the young at heart, and our wise elders."
-Rae Abileah, national coordinator, CODEPINK Women for Peace, San Francisco, CA
"Dragon Jane is a boldly outrageous collective of women who dance what few people dare to speak, be it in-your-face truth, in-your-heart sensitivity, or in your soul search for understanding – you’ll find that ‘Aha!’ moment and smile."
-Bonnie Torrance, director, Pinwheel Creative Movement Center
"Dragon Jane taps into powerful ancient depths and provides and equally prophetic voice for what we can reach for as women in the 21st century. Dragon Jane is a life force. To experience 'Her' is to reawaken hope and rediscover Spirit."
-Bonnie Palecek, founder, ND Council on Abused Women's Services
Wednesday, February 6, 2008
For more information...
Befriend Dragon Jane on myspace at www.myspace.com/dragonjane.
To schedule a performance or workshop with Dragon Jane, contact Karen Van Fossan, director, by email or phone 701-258-6667.
Read more about Dragon Jane's work with young people or Karen Van Fossan's work as a playwright and author.
To schedule a performance or workshop with Dragon Jane, contact Karen Van Fossan, director, by email or phone 701-258-6667.
Read more about Dragon Jane's work with young people or Karen Van Fossan's work as a playwright and author.
Friday, February 1, 2008
Recent Performances and Projects
| Aug. 2008 | Urban Harvest | Bismarck, ND |
| Aug. 2008 | National Nite Out Against Crime | Boys & Girls Club, McLaughlin, SD |
| Aug. 2008 | ND Career & Technical Ed. Conference | Ramkota, Bismarck, ND |
| July 2008 | ND Capital Pride Fest | Dakota OutRight, Bismarck, ND |
| Dec. 2007 | Apple Creek School Performance | Art Venture, Bismarck, ND |
| Dec. 2007 | Play Day | Dragon Jane and Friends, Bismarck, ND |
| Dec. 2007 | Life After Fear Workshop | ND Council on Abused Women's Services, Bismarck, ND |
| Nov. 2007 | That Takes Ovaries | Dakota Stage Ltd., Bismarck, ND |
| Oct. 2007 | Litchville-Marion Elementary & High School | Litchville & Marion, ND |
| Oct. 2007 | ND Peace Concert | ND Peace Coalition, Bismarck, ND |
| Sept. 2007 | Fall Festival | Fargo, ND |
| Sept. 2007 | Woman Song | Edgeley, ND |
| Aug. 2007 | Urban Harvest | Bismarck, ND |
| July 2007 | Life After Fear Workshop | ND Council on Abused Women's Services, Bismarck, ND |
| July 2007 | Brown Bag in the Park | Dakota West Arts Council, Bismarck, ND |
| June 2007 | International Peace Festival | International Peace Gardens, USA/CANADA |
| May 2007 | Private Party for ND Senator | Bismarck, ND |
| April 2007 | Head Start and BECEP | Art Venture, Bismarck, ND |
| Mar. 2007 | Statewide Arts Conference | ND Council on the Arts, Bismarck, ND |
| Feb. 2007 | V-Day | Bismarck State College, Bismarck, ND |
| Feb. 2007 | Live Art in Motion | Dakota West Arts Council, Bismarck, ND |
| Jan. 2007 | Peace Pole Re-Dedication | Riverside Elementary School, Bismarck, ND |
| Nov. 2006 | Late Night Alternative | High Prairie Arts Complex, Bismarck, ND |
| Oct. 2006 | ND Peace Conference | Lake Region St. Coll., Devils Lake, ND |
| July 2006 | Urban Harvest | Bismarck, ND |
| July 2006 | PrideFest | Eagles Park, Bismarck, ND |
| July 2006 | Eyes Wide Open Exhibit | ND Capitol Mall, Bismarck, ND |
| July 2006 | Art in the Park | Mandan, ND |
| April 2006 | That Takes Ovaries! | Dakota Stage Limited, Bismarck, ND |
| Mar. 2006 | V-Day | Bismarck St. Coll., Bismarck, ND |
| Jan. 2006 | Statewide Board Meeting | Council on Abused Women's Services, Bismarck, ND |
| Jan. 2006 | Peace Studies Series | Sisters of the Presentation, Fargo, ND |
| Dec. 2005 | Winter Celebration | Unitarian Church, Bismarck, ND |
| Aug. 2005 | Urban Harvest | Bismarck, ND |
Friday, September 7, 2007
Performances
The mission of Dragon Jane is to create a space that honors the voice and vision of each person. Rooting itself in community through interactive public performances, Dragon Jane cultivates a safe and loving environment in which both audience and performers can thrive, dream, and live.
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