About Us

Movements: the Afro-Caribbean Dance Ensemble is an internationally acclaimed dance company based in Edmonton, Alberta. We educate and inspire the public about dance, African and Caribbean cultures, and multiculturalism through our 5-pronged approach:

• We offer dance classes and workshops for adults, youths and children.
• We Perform at community and national events.
• We Collaborate with other dance companies.
• We give presentationsin schools and for organizations.
• We contributie to the community through charity work and fundraising.

Since its inception on February 11, 1990 – the day former South African President Nelson Mandela was freed from prison – Movements has strived to be an all-inclusive multicultural company. We have built our reputation on the same foundation of strength and hope shared by Mandela himself. Sharlene Thomas, Movements’ Founder, President, and Artistic Director, has a personal vision of unity through diversity that makes her an integral part of the company’s work. A renowned speaker, producer, and community leader, Sharlene was named Global TV’s Woman of Vision in 1998.

A board-governed and volunteer organization, Movements leads by example. It has made a positive impact on Edmonton's youth and community at large, and it has been recognized by its inspiration: Nelson Mandela had this to say about Movements: “…yours is truly a noble cause.”