Julianne Lavertu

A young Black girl in a long red dress with tulle and polka dots kicks her foot straight into the air in front of her with her toes pointed, her back tilted backwards, head turned towards the camera, and holding her hands behind her back. / Une jeune fille Noire dans une longue robe rouge en tulle avec des petits pois lève sa jambe en l’air devant elle, le pied pointé, le dos courbé en arrière, la tête tournée vers l’objectif et tenant ses mains dans son dos.

About the Artist

Julianne M. Lavertu is a professional dancer, educator, and the artistic director of the Cultural Arts Studio. She has been passionately dedicated to the art of movement from a young age, specializing in Afro-Caribbean dance. Through her work, she has collaborated with renowned institutions such as the National Ballet of Canada and the National Arts Centre, helping to spotlight Afro-Caribbean culture in the nation’s capital. Guided by the belief that everyone—regardless of their background or circumstances—deserves the opportunity to experience liberation through the arts, Julianne continues to inspire and empower through dance.

We want people to know that our space and programs are inclusive and don’t conform to traditional dance margins.

— Julianne Lavertu

Artist's Programs

Curriculum Links

Explore aspects of Afro-Caribbean culture and dance, storytelling, oral literacy, active listening skills, story structure, myth and legend.

Artistic Disciplines

Dance

Diversity

Black, Culturally Diverse, Women+

Age

All ages, Children ages 5 - 11, Children ages 12 - 18, Seniors, Junior Kindergarten, Senior Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12

Language Proficiency

English, French