ScanDans performs traditional
folk dances from the Nordic countries of Sweden, Norway, Denmark,
Finland and
Iceland and they usually perform in authentic folk costumes from
those countries. They are celebrating their 25th anniversary
this year.
For the Viking presentation, they wear recreations of clothes
and jewelry found in Danish Viking gravesites from the 11th century.
Their Viking show interweaves folk dances from all over Scandinavia
with fun information about the culture and exploits of the Vikings.
A favorite dance is the Swedish “Ox Dance” – which
has now gained fame as the “Viking Fight Dance.” They
also do a sword dance.
Scandans will treat us with two performances
during ScanFest at 1.30 PM and 3.30 PM.
Finnish
School of Charlotte will perform traditional Finnish
children’s
songs. Most of these students have known each other since birth
and have attended Finnish School since infants. There performance
can be seen at 2.00 PM.
Sankta Lucia Procession
at 3.00 PM
Santa Claus will visit Scanfest
1 PM – 3
PM Santa Claus is sponsored by the Finnish School
of Charlotte and the Finland Sociaty of Finland.
