wherewe.
envision an environment where artists not only feel seen and supported but also deeply understood in their creative endeavors.
strive to create spaces where artists are unafraid to make mistakes, where vulnerability is celebrated, and where the journey of growth is embraced.
aspire to build communities and environments where artists, regardless of their background or experience, can explore their craft with confidence in knowing that their unique voices will be heard, respected, and celebrated.
Denae Harpham (She/Her), originally from Tisdale, Saskatchewan, is a contemporary dancer based in Vancouver. Denae trained under several reputable commercial dance educators during her time with the Source Dance Company before shifting her focus to contemporary dance. She completed the Modus Operandi Link program, followed by it's post-secondary training program under the direction of Tiffany Tregarthen, David Raymond, Kate Franklin, and Maiko Miyauchi. During Denae’s time with Modus, she had the opportunity to study the repertoire of Crystal Pite, Out Innerspace, Yue Yin, Spenser Theberge, and Shay Kuebler, among several others. Denae recently toured West Coast Canada with Ballet BC’s Annex Program, performing repertoire from Medhi Walerski, Micaela Taylor, and Zachary Seto, for students across British Columbia. Denae’s passion for understanding the foundations behind movement has led to her enrolment at the University of Regina, working towards completing her Bachelor of Kinesiology.
photo by Kenton Doupe
Co-Founder
Co-Founder
Lindsay Harpham is a professional Contemporary dancer, dance educator, choreographer, and adjudicator based between Vancouver, B.C, and Saskatoon, SK. Following post-secondary education at Harbour Dance Centre and Conteur Academy, she has had the pleasure of working with companies such as Red Sky Performance, Larchaud Dance Project, Gadfly, Litz dance, Nimii Project, Hit and Run Productions, Remai Modern, RSD performance, and Nickelodeon. Grateful to have experienced professional dance tours throughout Canada, the United States, Europe, and Australia, she searches for opportunities that feel comparably inspiring. Amongst her most notable performance moments, Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival, Australia Joint Dance Congress, performances with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, and Innovate Film Showcase have expanded her perception of what is possible as an artist. Most recently, Lindsay co-created a short film entitled “Criss cross” with Denae Harpham, and produced her first full-length work “Behind Us”, which premiered in Saskatoon SK. She aims to combine her dance experience and Kinesiology education to create and participate in environments that feel creatively inspiring. As a Kinesiologist, Lindsay is currently working at the Performance Clinic based out of Ballet BC HQ, and works with programs such as MO, SFU, and pre-professional companies, working with dancers to prevent and rehabilitate injuries.
photo by Eden Graham
Our mission at wherewe.collective is to open doors for dancers and create opportunities that may seem impossible or inaccessible. We believe in the power of dance to inspire and transform lives, and we are committed to providing platforms that facilitate this transformation.
We want to contribute to a dynamic and inclusive community within Saskatchewan's artistic landscape, where emerging artists and seasoned professionals come together to share, connect, and grow. We aspire to create environments that foster meaningful connections that extend beyond provincial borders, linking Saskatchewan's artists with a broader network of industry professionals.
Community Collaborations
At wherewe collective, we aspire to build communities and environments where artists, regardless of their background or experience, can explore their craft with confidence in knowing that their unique voices will be heard, respected, and celebrated. We aspire to create environments that foster meaningful connections that extend beyond provincial borders, linking Saskatchewan's artists with a broader network of industry professionals.
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We partner with companies who share similar visions to assist in extending our outreach. Through various forms of sponsorship, our partners have made wherewe CONNECT possible, and have assisted with our second season growth.