A haunting inner world set against Iceland’s silent sky and frozen landscape.

Director, Concept, Choreographer, Design: Karen Kaeja

Music: Mear

Dancer: Mio Sakamoto

Cinematographer/Editor: Olya Glotka

Based on concept and material from TouchX, shot in Iceland.

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Screening at upcoming international film festivals - TBA.

It’s not often that a dance film makes it into the aviation industry entertainment system! Karen's film Clearing, has been chosen to screen on all UK Virgin Atlantic flights. This initiative is part of Women Over Fifty Film Festival (UK) WOFFF Dementia Friendly inflight entertainment programme. Clearing was shot during a lush Canadian snowfall on a melancholic day in 2020 at the Kaeja Creative Incubator. Karen is the director, performer, editor and camera.

"A beautiful dance with nature in troubled times. Exciting use of transitions, filters and cuts. A pleasure to watch." WOFFF Jury Member. 

I Found My Dance in a Bomb Shelter: Anecdotes of Gratitude from A Life in Dance is filled with stories about the people and encounters that have shaped Allen Kaeja as a son, brother, husband, father, and artist. From childhood antics to youthful years of elite wrestling competitions and then the epiphany of following his passion for dance, Allen’s life is a story of discovery and the courage to push boundaries. Through it all weaves a thread of intergenerational trauma as the son of a Holocaust survivor. These anecdotes will amuse, inspire, and move all those who read this engaging book about a life well lived, the importance of family, and the power of community.

Advanced Partnering and Kaeja Elevations Certification Course to take place January 2026 in Toronto - more details coming soon!

Exploring the power of human spirit in the face of oppression and fear, 142466 personifies resilience and courage: six dancers and five benches on a sparse stage embody an environment of reflection, danger, and intimacy. 

A new work in development by Karen, Train explores the improvisatory nature of fate.

Anticipated premiere spring 2027.

New Solo by Karen Kaeja danced by Mio Sakamoto (work in development) will be presented as part of Citadel LIVE: Allies and Friends - March 20, 21, 2026 at 8pm at The Citadel: Ross Centre for Dance - 304 Parliament Street.

Stay tuned for more info!