TIDF 2016 - PERFORMERS

Ensemble Topaz

Ensemble Topaz is a Toronto-based music and dance ensemble dedicated to performing an original fusion of arts from the Turkish, Klezmer, Romani and Balkan traditions, as well as dances from South Asian and Central Asian Heritages. The artists involved in Ensemble Topaz have international dance and music profiles. Collectively conceived by music composer Mike Anklewicz and dance artist Paromita Kar, Ensemble Topaz offers a variety of dance and musical traditions. The Ensemble has performed at numerous events in Toronto, Ontario and abroad. Highlight performances include the International Stage, Canadian National Exhibition, Asian Heritage Day hosted by SAFSS, Toronto International Youth Dance Festival, Klezmer Brunch at the Free Times Cafe, and stages such as the Mel Lastman Square and Nathan Phillips Square. Ensemble Topaz is programmed to perform at Mid-Autumn Harvest Festival at Chinese Centre of Mississauga, and is hosting a behind-the-scenes experience and performances for nationwide Culture Days at the historic Annette Library in