Porch View Dances 2024

Tour Guide: Jake Runeckles, Choreographers: Sid Ryan Eilers, Matt ’Snoopy’ Cuff, Esie Mensah, Karen Kaeja, Photography - SVPhotography

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LIGHT UP YOUR PORCH IN SUPPORT OF PVD

Real People Dancing in Real Spaces

Our annual Porch View Dances (PVD) celebrates the stories of our local neighbourhood by taking dance out of the theatre and into our daily lives. Founded by Karen Kaeja and developed by Allen Kaeja, PVD is a one-of-a-kind community dance event that brings together creators and everyday folk from around Tkaronto, some of whom have never danced before, to create unique performances in Seaton Village, Toronto.

July 16 - 19 at 7:00PM

July 20 at 2:00PM*

STARTING LOCATION: London Street, Seaton Village (between Euclid and Palmerston) - map coming soon!

WHAT TO BRING: Seating is general. We encourage you to bring water, and a folding stool, blanket or cushion for sitting, if you prefer. We encourage you to dress appropriately and don’t forget to bring sun protection!

INCLEMENT WEATHER: In the event of inclement weather, please visit our website and follow us on social media for the latest updates.

Trailer by Mio Sakamoto

*ACCESSIBILITY MATTERS*

Wheelchair Accessibility

The entire PVD route is wheelchair-friendly. Wednesday, July 16 through Saturday, July 19 at 7pm a limited number of wheelchairs and push-support volunteers are available by reservation only. On Sunday, July 20, 2 pm matinee, two wheelchairs and push support volunteers will be present throughout the entire festival route. If you would like to ensure that there is a wheelchair reserved for your use, please reserve in advance.

How to reserve a wheelchair:

To reserve a wheelchair, please email mal@kaeja.org at least 24 hours in advance.

ASL–English Interpretation

ASL interpretation will be available on Sunday, July 20 at 2 PM.

Questions?

Please email mal@kaeja.org if you have any questions or would like additional information.

Concept/Founder: Karen Kaeja

PVD Co-Developed with: Allen Kaeja

Co-Curators: Mayumi Lashbrook & Karen Kaeja

Artistic Producer: Mayumi Lashbrook

Project & Production Manager: Malgorzata Nowacka-May

Tour Guides: Kunji Ikeda and Allen Kaeja

Choreographers: Pulga Muchochoma, Nicola Pantin, Diana Lopez Soto

Vignette Choreographer: KINAJ

Installation Artist: Mio Sakamoto

Flock Landing Lead: Mio Sakamoto

Flock Landing Dancers: Sophie Dow, Katie Adams-Gossage, Yui Ugai

Production/Stage Manager: Sharon DiGenova

Technical Assistant: Shanna Miller

Production Assistants: Shona Kiyama, Jackson Young

Land Gratitude: Sophie Dow

Disability Consultant: Bren Roy

Videographer: Kendra Epik

Photographer: SVPhotography

Publicity: Vocab Communications

Graphic Design: Adina Herling, TC Graphics

Marketing & Social Media Coordinator: Jessica Cen

The PVD 2025 Team

Porch View Dances is generously supported by

"Despite the fact that Porch View Dances is 13 years old, the concept remains astonishingly unique. A mainstay of a Toronto summer, this community dance event — “real people dancing in real spaces” — continues to delight on so many levels. Truly makes you feel part of a community."

Paula Citron, Ludwig van Toronto
"Pure artistic gold."

Apt 613, Ottawa
"Rarely has such ordinary public property been converted to such wonderful artistic use."

Adam Vaughan, MP Spadina-Fort York (past City Councillor Ward 20) City Councillor
"(Porch View Dances) is a poster child for site-specific dance done right."

Paula Citron, Globe and Mail

Partner with Porch View Dances!

Interested in becoming a choreographer, corporate sponsor, community partner, or volunteer (Bike Squad or Hub) next year? Contact us to start the conversation!

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"This made me fall in love with Toronto again!"
"I love how thoughtfully organized it was. So inclusive!
"Dancing in the park, Invigorating, Peaceful, Delightful"
"Everything was super nice, specifically dancing together. Vibe - love, peace. The vibe of exciting"