Topics to explore during the Festival Visit

  • The Biennial’s role in connecting Cali to the global dance scene
  • Impact of Cali’s social and urban context on dance creation and audiences
  • Promoting intercultural dialogue through diverse Colombian dance genres
  • Support strategies for dance education and professional growth in local communities
  • Balancing tradition and innovation in Colombian choreography
  • Cultural and economic effects of the Biennial on Cali’s creative sector
  • Community engagement through participatory and site-specific dance
  • Addressing similar challenges, explore solutions for off-centre areas and cities
  • International exchange as a revitalizing method
  • Engagement with local communities
  • Creating spaces of belonging
  • Strengthening international relations between regions facing similar challenges


Photo: Cali International Dance Biennial Archive - Edward Lora