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    ‘This is our reconciliation’ Jump to media player Burlesque is helping this group of indigenous performers in Canada to reclaim their sexual identities.
    • 06 May
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    A Tribe Called Red will make you dance - and think Jump to media player Powerhouse indigenous DJ trio A Tribe Called Red are bringing "Pow-Wow Step" to the masses.
    • 06 Jul 17
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    'Nigeria is setting world dance trends' Jump to media player British-Nigerian choreographer Zizi, who's worked with Drake and Rihanna, says the world is looking to Lagos for the latest moves.
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The burlesque group reclaiming indigenous sexuality

Virago Nation: The art of burlesque is helping this group of indigenous performers to reclaim their sexual identities in Vancouver, Canada.

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