The Vanaver Caravan is thrilled to announce its newest production, a dynamic exploration of America’s cultural and social heritage, directed by Brian T. Lawton. This groundbreaking project weaves together the music, stories, and movements that have shaped the nation. Guided by our newly-formed Artistic Re-Visioning Committee—a collective of next-generation Caravan dancers and musicians working in close collaboration with our founding members, Livia and Bill Vanaver—this performance breathes fresh perspectives and renewed energy into our creative legacy. READ ON . . .

This month, The Vanaver Caravan is in India! Livia, Bill, Andy Teirstein, Jill Ann Schwartz, and Chelsea Needham are part of the Shakti Caravan, sharing dance and music in the streets and schools of Udaipur and Pondicherry.

Becoming a mother has had me reflecting on what I value most dearly in this life. As I make the slow return to my role as executive director at The Vanaver Caravan, I’ve been thinking about how to strike that healthy balance between work and family, while facing a future overshadowed by daunting uncertainty. But I’m not here to dwell—this is a . . .