Armenian Dance Ensemble of Minnesota
Director and Choreographer - Naïry Digris
In 1990, under the auspices of ACOM, the Armenian Dance Ensemble of Minnesota (ADE) was formed. This group has evolved into a strong, self-sufficient and organized entity over the years. As a non-profit, inter-generational performing group, the mission of the ADE is to preserve the traditional folk dances as they were done in various regions of historic Armenia, thereby enhancing community awareness of the Armenian heritage, culture and history. Weekly rehearsals are held. An invitation is extended to anyone who is interested in this aspect of the Armenian culture. Armenians and "odars" are welcome to participate. If you have questions, contact Naïry by using the form on the right.
ADE at Festival of Nations 2018
Thursday, April 5th, 2018Members of ADE at FON Preview
The Armenian Dance Ensemble will, again, represent Armenia at the 2018 International Institute's Festival of Nations.
The schedule below shows the dates and times we will be performing.
2018 Festival of Nations Dance Schedule
Armenian
Thursday May 3 11:00 1st Group World Stage Student
Thursday May 3 1:00 1st Group World Stage Student
Friday May 4 11:00 7th Group World Stage Student
Friday May 4 1:00 7th Group World Stage Student
Friday May 4 6:00 2nd Group World Stage
Friday May 4 8:00 1st Group World Stage
Friday May 4 8:00 6th Group Learn-a-dance World Stage
Saturday May 5 3:00 1st Group World Stage
Saturday May 5 5:00 Atrium
Sunday May 6 4:00 4th Group World Stage
Community Performances
Tuesday, January 31st, 2017Armenian Dance Ensemble of Minnesota - Community Performances are ongoing throughout the year. The Ensemble performs at community events in schools, churches, parks, and social events/festivals. The Ensemble also performs at many senior living, assisted living and nursing homes around the Twin Cities. During their performances informational and educational aspects about Armenia are incorporated as well as the music and dance which is the main show. The image gallery that is attached shows some of the many aspects of this community outreach.
Festival of Nations
Wednesday, July 1st, 2015
The Armenian Dance Ensemble presents dances from Armenia at the Annual Festival of Nations. The group performs multiple times over the three days (Friday-Sunday) to enthusiastic audiences both for Student day on Friday and for the General Public. The group has a repertoire of over fortyt various choreographies representing both current day Armenian dance as well as Armenian dances from the historic regions of Armenia. Thanks go out to all Ensemble members who give willingly of their time and talents to make our performances memorable. Included in this article is a video sampler of the Dance Groups various choreographies and perfromance venues. Enjoy.