Yah-Oh-Way

Artist: Thunderbird American Indian Dancers

Type: Assembly Performances

Yah-Oh-Way means “It is good” in Hopi. This exciting and athletic performance by the Thunderbird American Indian Dancers highlights the depth and complexity of several Native American societies. Students witness the origins and meanings of songs, dances, and traditions of many tribes that inhabited North America before the arrival of Europeans. By participating in traditional ceremonies—including the Feather Dance, an expression of thanksgiving—students are encouraged to honor and appreciate the history and cultural diversity of Native American peoples. NOTE: North of Camden only.

Program Info

Grades: K - 12

Audience Limit: 250

Program Length: 45 min.

Pricing Details

Assembly Price: $1,375

Assembly Two-in-a-Row Price: $1,910

Travel Fee: $95/day

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What Our Partners Are Saying

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“The students love the performance and learn so much through the stories they tell. The performers do a wonderful job engaging the students.”

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“Wonderful, engaging, fun, educational.”

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Arts Coordinator

Learning Community Charter School

Learning Community Charter School

“Young Audiences ALWAYS provide educational, entertaining and interactive programs. The Thunderbird American Indian Dancers were AMAZING! They were able to keep our kids engaged the entire time and gave insight into native culture and art. Our students were impressed with the dance, the stories and the beautiful costuming.”

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Cultural Arts Rep

Cultural Arts Rep

“Just wanted to let you know that Thunderbird had an amazing performance. The students were engaged, and the dancing was beautiful. Assistant Head of Lower School, The Shipley School It was a fantastic performance! Totally age appropriate and highly educational. The audience engagement with the feather dance was great. The leader gave just the right amount of explanation to give the children context to understand the dances, and the dances were just the right length to hold their attention. Curriculum Coordinator, Montclair Kimberley Academy Your presentation gave our students new cultural insights….The students' enthusiastic response was evident in their desire to participate on stage and their continued discussion about the performance.”

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Randall Carter Elementary

Randall Carter Elementary

“The Thunderbird program, Yah-oh-way, was phenomenal. All of the children from Kindergarten through 5th grade were focused on the dances and the stories behind them. The content was great with information on each nation and explanations of the meaning or inspiration behind each dance. The children laughed at times and were in awe at others. The program exceeded expectations and I highly recommend it to other schools!”

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Lincoln Early Childhood Center

Lincoln Early Childhood Center

“The presenters were excellent in their presentation. They spoke to the age group in a gentle and understanding manner. The students and teachers enjoyed the assembly very much. Assistant to the Lower School Director, Gill St. Bernard's School After the first performance, one of the Kindergarten students said, “I loved, loved, loved it!”