12:00-12:45 Mythobolus Mask Theater: This dance and mask performance group presents tales from around the world and has represented the Unites States at the International Dance Festival in Istanbul, Turkey. They will perform African legends: How the Sun got in the Sky, African Spirit, and the Stork Caliph from North Africa. Mythobolus offers a chance for children to be in the story of how the Sun got in the sky, as all the river creatures accept an invitation to the house of the sun and the moon.
2:15-3:00 Mbira dzeMuninga: Members, Jacob Mafuleni and Martha Thom will present the traditional song, dance and drumming of Jerusalem. Their music is an expression of joy rooted in the Shona culture of Zimbabwe and has rekindled an interest in traditional music among young, urban Zimbabweans.
4:30-5:15 Mythobolus Mask Theater: This Portland-based dance and mask collective inspired by folk traditions from around the world presents African Legends-Program II: The Bird King, Jungle Fruit Tree and the Star Bearer from North Africa.
6:00-6:50 Ekome: Nii Ardey Allotey and his performing troupe Ekome (which means 'unity') invite the audience to experience the multi-layered rhythms of drums, bells, shakers, and voices as they become part of a joyful celebration of the unique culture of Ghana, West Africa. With colorful native costumes and authentic, handmade instruments, these dancers and drummers bring to life the language, folktales and rich traditions of the Ghanaian people through song, movement, call-and-response and lively games from the region. The captivating performance emphasizes the unity of all peoples.
8:15-9:30 Sisters of the Desert Moon: Salem’s award-winning Middle Eastern dance troupe, with co-troupe Jewels of the Desert Moon, entertain you with Egyptian cabaret-style Middle Eastern dances. Come join the fun! Learn the dances!
9:45 Procession of Fire: Drummers lead the exciting performers of Samoan fire knives, Island fire dancers, Egyptian shemadan (candelabra) and show-stopping acts of Earth Descendance, as they light their way through the villages to the amphitheater for the finale of Saturday Evening at the Beat!
Sunday, June 26
12:00-1:00 Rainbow Dance Theater: Darryl Thomas, professor of dance at Western Oregon University, and members of the Rainbow Dance Theatre ensemble will lead festival-goers in learning traditional West African drum rhythms and dance steps following a high-powered performance of traditional West African dance and drumming. RDT's World Beat appearance culminates a busy 2010-11 touring season that included tours throughout the northwest and southeast United States, Taiwan, the Philippines, and four standing-room-only performances at the 2010 World Expo in Shanghai, China.
2:00-3:00 Nzuko Ndi Igbo (NNI): The premier cultural organization of the Igbo people of Nigeria living in Oregon and SW Washington. The focus of the organization is to propagate the language and culture of the Igbo throughout the country. The rich culture of the Igbo is very evident in their food, clothing and music. The NNI Masquerade showcases the drumming, fluting and dancing abilities of the Igbo and features the famous Nyikiriputu and Apunanwu spirits, representing the father and mother of the Igbo.
4:00 Parade of Nations: The parade originates at the World Showcase and proceeds through the festival grounds to the Amphitheater.
4:15-5:00 Fatima Al Wahid, Dances of North Africa: Born in Sierra Leone and with a Sudanese father, Fatima has been fascinated by the culture and dance of the Middle East and Africa and is well versed in various folkloric styles. She returns from frequent
travels to Egypt with the latest fashions for Fatima’s Bazaar as well as the latest on the dance scene.
12:00-12:45 Mythobolus Mask Theater: This dance and mask performance group presents tales from around the world and has represented the Unites States at the International Dance Festival in Istanbul, Turkey. They will perform African legends: How the Sun got in the Sky, African Spirit, and the Stork Caliph from North Africa. Mythobolus offers a chance for children to be in the story of how the Sun got in the sky, as all the river creatures accept an invitation to the house of the sun and the moon.
6:00-6:50 Ekome: Nii Ardey Allotey and his performing troupe Ekome (which means 'unity') invite the audience to experience the multi-layered rhythms of drums, bells, shakers, and voices as they become part of a joyful celebration of the unique culture of Ghana, West Africa. With colorful native costumes and authentic, handmade instruments, these dancers and drummers bring to life the language, folktales and rich traditions of the Ghanaian people through song, movement, call-and-response and lively games from the region. The captivating performance emphasizes the unity of all peoples. 
8:15-9:30 Sisters of the Desert Moon: Salem’s award-winning Middle Eastern dance troupe, with co-troupe Jewels of the Desert Moon, entertain you with Egyptian cabaret-style Middle Eastern dances. Come join the fun! Learn the dances!
12:00-1:00 Rainbow Dance Theater: Darryl Thomas, professor of dance at Western Oregon University, and members of the Rainbow Dance Theatre ensemble will lead festival-goers in learning traditional West African drum rhythms and dance steps following a high-powered performance of traditional West African dance and drumming. RDT's World Beat appearance culminates a busy 2010-11 touring season that included tours throughout the northwest and southeast United States, Taiwan, the Philippines, and four standing-room-only performances at the 2010 World Expo in Shanghai, China. 
2:00-3:00 Nzuko Ndi Igbo (NNI): The premier cultural organization of the Igbo people of Nigeria living in Oregon and SW Washington. The focus of the organization is to propagate the language and culture of the Igbo throughout the country. The rich culture of the Igbo is very evident in their food, clothing and music. The NNI Masquerade showcases the drumming, fluting and dancing abilities of the Igbo and features the famous Nyikiriputu and Apunanwu spirits, representing the father and mother of the Igbo.
4:00 Parade of Nations: The parade originates at the World Showcase and proceeds through the festival grounds to the Amphitheater. 
4:15-5:00 Fatima Al Wahid, Dances of North Africa: Born in Sierra Leone and with a Sudanese father, Fatima has been fascinated by the culture and dance of the Middle East and Africa and is well versed in various folkloric styles. She returns from frequent 