Barbara Kaneratonni Diabo

TSF 2019 Performer

 Barbara Kaneratonni Diabo is a professional dancer and choreographer performing and creating Originally from the Mohawk Nation of Kahnawake, Barbara Kaneratonni Diabo now lives in Montreal. A professional dancer and choreographer performing and creating in many genres for over 25 years, she currently specializes in merging traditional First Nation’s dance with contemporary styles.

Barbara takes great pride in sharing her culture with audiences and has performed across Canada and internationally – notably the Banff Centre, Alberta; Heard Museum, Arizona; 40th Anniversary Olympic Stadium, Montreal; Gathering of Nations, New Mexico; and Prismatic Arts Festival, Halifax. Over the years, through dance, music, storytelling, and interactive workshops, Barbara has brought her culture to all ages, from toddlers to elders