STAND Festival
Nov 1 – 10, 2025
A Festival Featuring Immigrant & Refugee Artists

by Marketing & Publicity Manager

A Festival Featuring Immigrant & Refugee Artists

STAND Festival Theatre Series co-presented by Presentation House Theatre

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November 1 – 10, 2025

Ages: 14+

STAND Festival celebrates the creativity and resilience of immigrant and refugee artists through theatre, dance, music, and visual art across Vancouver and the North Shore. Running from November 1 – 10, performances will take place at The Dance Centre, The Annex, and Presentation House Theatre, featuring powerful works that foster connection and cultural dialogue.

Alongside performances, STAND Workshops invite participants of all backgrounds to explore movement, storytelling, and artistic growth with renowned instructors.

Presentation House Theatre is proud to co-present the Theatre Series of the 5th annual STAND Festival. With intriguing performances by artists from around the world, STAND offers the chance to connect with inspiring newcomer artists and their stories.

STAND Team

Neda Majidi, Managing Director
Shila Amin, Festival Stage Manager
Shideh Taleban, Marketing Manager and Public Relations
Hana Kovar, Outreach Associate
Masha Taghavi, Graphic and Content Specialist
Nina Renley, Digital Marketing Specialist
Yasaman Hosseini, Volunteer Coordinator
Farhad Adibi, Multimedia Artist
Zia Sadr, Administration & Office Coordinator

The Opposite / بالعکس

To Be or Not to Be
Chica Chica Boom Chic

A Dictionary of Emotions in Wartime

Banana Musik

Intro to Flamenco Guided Movement Exploration

Fundamentals of Contact Improvisation

Dancing Our Identity

Writing the Perfect Grant

The Migration of Objects

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