Native Pride

Immerse yourself in the vibrant regalia, rhythmic drumming, and intricate footwork of a Native American powwow.

Experience the thrill and artistry of the Native Pride dancers as they bring to life flamboyant movements handed down through generations. Their performances are not just a spectacle; they are a powerful blend of education and entertainment, offering audiences of all ages a glimpse into the beauty, skill, and majesty of Native American music and dance.

Native Pride Productions is dedicated to educating, inspiring, motivating, and empowering diverse communities. Their mission is to bridge cultural gaps by sharing and celebrating Indigenous traditions.

Dancers

Larry Yazzie
The Founder and Artistic Director of Native Pride Productions which is based in Jacksonville, FL. He is a two-time World Champion Fancy Dancer, Men’s Northern Traditional dancer, and Eagle Dancer. Larry grew up on the Meskwaki Settlement in Tama, Iowa where he learned the traditional ways of his ancestors. He founded Native Pride Productions to give back to his community and to the world. His repertoire includes performances at the Olympics, The Kennedy Center, and the Smithsonian Institute.

Hunter Blassingame
Hunter is of Tsitsistas and Scottish descent, and is from the Strange Owl Family of Birney, Montana. He shares his culture through song and dance. He is an advocate for culture and ceremonial way of life.

Logan Booth
A member of the Seneca Nation and currently resides on the Onondaga Nation in New York. She dances the Haudenosaunee style of dance called the smoke dance, and competes at various competitions and powwows across North America. She is a graduate of Syracuse University with a degree in Public Relations and English, and a minor in Native American and Indigenous Studies.

Dom Watson
Dom has been a Grass Dancer since early childhood and is also a singer with the drum group “The Boyz” based out of the Twin Cities, Minnesota. He has been fortunate to travel across the United States and internationally to powwows, performances and workshops displaying and sharing indigenous culture. His love of singing pushes him to learn contemporary native music, as well as the traditional songs of his Mvskoke ancestors.

Native Pride is presented by the U.S Consulate General Melbourne in partnership with Fed Square.