Club Lávvu: DJ K.O
Prepare to end Riddu Riđđu with a proper bang when DJ K.O sets the baldalavvu on fire with her powerful blend of techno…
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Mari Boine
The first time musical icon Mari Boine took the stage in Kåfjord was in 1989, and since then she has performed a number…
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The Trade-Offs
Echoing the depths of the northern tundra in Nunavut, swaddled in soul, blues and rock – the inimitable The Trade-Offs…
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Indigenous drag excellence xxl
As the title says, Indigenous Drag Excellence XXL is a world class show and representation of culture interpreted…
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Guided tour of the exhibition: Visualizing Arctic Voices
Guided tour of the exhibition with Per Asle Sara (master art history).
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The power in the Sami music field
Sami music has always transcended borders and Sami musicians have always been borderless. Both in terms of…
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Slam poetry: Ida Helene Benonisen
Experience the power of words through the art of slam poetry! Ida Helene Benonisen (she/they) is a Sami-…
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Truth and reconciliation - what can we learn from others?
The Truth and Reconciliation Commission's report was delivered to the Norwegian parliament on June 1st last year. Now…
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Yurta concert: Namgar
This year again, we are so lucky to invite you to a Yurta concert during this year’s festival. The Yurta concerts are…
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Mini concert: Linus Johnsen
All future and current Sámi Grand Prix fans: look here! Linus Johnsen invites you to a mini concert where he will share…
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UiT seminar: Queering and Indigenizing knowledge
Queer Indigenous peoples are Northern people of the year at Riddu Riđđu. Speaking about queerness and queer topics…
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Urfilm Shorts 2
Urfilm Shorts 2 full length: 49 minutes. Illunnata Silami/All of us in the world (Canada) Explore how…
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Book launch: Visualizing Arctic Voices
Velkommen til lansering av katalogen til utstillingen Visualizing Arctic Voices.
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The Árdna award
Árdna Award: The best master's thesis of the year with an Indigenous themeUiT and the Center for Sámi Studies award…
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Historical transcriptions of Łingit songs in the colonial archives of Europe: a storytelling session with music
The storytelling is with Dr Maria Shaa Tláa Williams (Łingit, Professor of ethnomusicology, University of…
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Drop-in: Powwow
Join us for a powwow at Riddu Riđđu! Dancers from Northern People of the year will tell us about different dance…
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The meaning of "Two-spirit"
Indigenous peoples all over the world have their own unique relationships to identity, gender, sexuality and to the…
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Drop-in: Lávostallan
What is the traditional way to use a lávvu? The lávvu both has and has had a central position in Sámi…
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Uaajeerneq (mask dance)
Come experience the unique mask dance, Uaajerneq, from Kalaallit Nunaat (Greenland)! Uaajeerneq is one of the…
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Urfilms Shorts 1
Urfilm Shorts 1 full length: 39 minutes Entropy (Kalaallit Nunaat) Inuit folklore always centered on…
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Luohteárdna
Have you heard the yoik’s treasures? Have you seen how it shines and the stories it creates? …
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Lávvosáhka: From crafts to fashion - what's what?
For generations, Indigenous peoples around the world have used clothing as a way of expressing our identity, telling…
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Drop-in: The grazing game
In collaboration with the Saami council and Amnesty International we invite to a workshop to experience and reflect on…
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Riddu Márkanat
Sámis have had markets for centuries, and in many ways this is probably the forerunner of today's festivals. Stop by…
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Leather pouch (full!)
A leather pouch with horn button is a practical and good looking acessory for any outfit!In this class you will learn…
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Drop-in: Small coffee bag
Gáffeseahkka is a traditional Sámi coffee bag mad from reindeer hide.In this class you will learn how to make your very…
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Bonju bádji
Bonju bádji is a reflection space that is open and inclusive for both queer and allies. If you need warmth, a good…
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Drop-in: Kildinsami language
Did you know that there are eight different Sámi languages still in daily use?Kildin Sámi is the most common Sámi…
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Children's performance: Luohteárdna
Have you heard the yoik’s treasures? Have you seen how it shines and the stories it creates? …
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Geavllet (full!)
Do you want to learn how to make a basket (geavllet) out of birch bark like it used to be before plastic became common?…
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Indigiqueer Shorts
Welcome to watch our picks of Indigiqueer Shorts! This year we are honoring Queer Indigenous as Northern people…
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Niibeboagán (full!)
Most people have knives lying around at home, but not many people have a separate belt to hang the knife on! …
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Plant color dyeing and weaving (full!)
Do you want to learn the basics of plant color dyeing and band weaving?In this class you will learn how to use local…
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Drop-in: Yoik class
Would you like to know a bit more about yoik and yoiking? Attend our drop-in yoik workshop!This is a practical class…
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Riddu Siida
Welcome to Riddu Siida!Riddu Siida, which translates to "Riddu Home", is a vibrant area with plenty of activities…
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Riddu Nuorat
Are you between 13 and 25 years old and want to see cool concerts? Do you want to learn how to set up a Lávvu? Or do…
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Basic forging (full!)
Would you like to know more about how a smithy works? Join our class in basic forging techniques!In this class you will…
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Art exhibition Visualizing Arctic Voices
See the art exhibition Visualizing Arctic Voices during this festival. Through images of the Arctic (approx. 1750-…
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Club Lávvu: Boogát
You can hear Boogát in Club Lávvu this Friday! He is replacing Nour that unfortunately had to cancel.We are looking…
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Shepherds Reign
Are you ready to experience pure rawness from the main stage? The metal band Shepherds Reign is ready to give you a…
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Emil Kárlsen
Emil Kárlsen has in an impressively short time become a household name in Northern Norway. In 2019, he was appointed…
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Jeremy Dutcher
Award-winning Canadian composer Jeremy Dutcher will return to the Riddu festival in 2024 after his first appearance at…
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Queer Pre-Party
Indigenous Drag Excellence XXL presents pre-party realness hosted by the most fabulous Indigenous drag artists from…
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Just transition versus green colonialism
With several high-profile cases of renewable energy ventures seeking themselves into Sami lands, the Sami society is…
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Yurta concert: Namgar
This year again, we are so lucky to invite you to a Yurta concert during this year’s festival. The Yurta concerts are…
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Drop-in: Redesign
Are you perhaps Olmmáivággi's new trendsetter? Take your worn-out denim jacket or the old gákti dusting away in the…
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Guided tour: Visualizing Arctic Voices
Come to the library for a guided tour in our festival exhibition, Visualizing Arctic Voices! Per Asle Sara will guide…
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Mini concert: Nuunu
This year we are so lucky to experience a mini concert with participant in This years northern people, singer and…
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Conversations by the fire
The Troms county municipality have an important document for their regional planning out for the public this summer,…
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Taking back stolen pictures
Welcome to a conversation about aesthetic and creative strategies for repatriation, resistance and revitalization. This…
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Who's a Sami and how do we know they are?
“Gii lea sápmelaš ja mo galgá dovdat su (Who’s a sami and how do we know they are?", Ammon Johnskareng sang in the…
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Conversation with Northern people of the year: Queer Indigenous
Conversation with Northern people of the year: Queer IndigenousFor over 20 years, Riddu Riđđu has had a special focus…
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Drop-in: Lávostallan
What is the traditional way to use a lávvu? The lávvu both has and have had a central position in Sámi…
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Urfilm: Máhccan - Homecoming
Riddu Riđđu in collaboration with Tromsø International film festival presents:Documentary by Suvi West: Máhccan -…
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Candle-making
Enjoy some hours of fun and creativity as you dive into the world of candle-making! This is a beginner-friendly…
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Riddu Márkanat
Sámis have had markets for centuries, and in many ways this is probably the forerunner of today's festivals. Stop by…
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Leather pouch (full!)
A leather pouch with horn button is a practical and good looking acessory for any outfit!In this class you will learn…
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Drop-in: Small coffee bag
Gáffeseahkka is a traditional Sámi coffee bag mad from reindeer hide.In this class you will learn how to make your very…
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Old and new warriors meet
In collaboration with Mun dajan – Foreninga samiske forfattere, we invite to a conversation between: Niillas A.…
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Bonju bádji
Bonju bádji is a reflection space that is open and inclusive for both queer and allies. If you need warmth, a good…
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Urfilm Shorts 2
Urfilm Shorts 2 full length: 49 minutes. Illunnata Silami/All of us in the world (Canada) Explore how…
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Drop-in: Kildinsami language
Did you know that there are eight different Sámi languages still in daily use?Kildin Sámi is the most common Sámi…
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Storytelling about Samuel Balto and Ole Nilsen Ravna
Come to the Library for a unique storytelling session about the Greenlandic song about the meeting with Samuel Balto…
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Plant color dyeing and weaving (full!)
Do you want to learn the basics of plant color dyeing and band weaving?In this class you will learn how to use local…
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Buttons workshop with the youth county municipality
In the Troms county municipality lavvo you can meet the leader of the youth county municipality, Parahini Parabaran,…
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Yoik class (full!)
Would you like to learn more about yoik? Attend our yoik class!This is a practical class, where the main focus is…
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Geavllet (full!)
Do you want to learn how to make a basket (geavllet) out of birch bark like it used to be before plastic became common?…
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Indigiqueer Shorts
Welcome to watch our picks of Indigiqueer Shorts! This year we are honoring Queer Indigenous as Northern people…
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Niibeboagán (full!)
Most people have knives lying around at home, but not many people have a separate belt to hang the knife on! …
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Mánáidfestivála
REGISTRATION HEREYou can also register the children for the Riddu Riđđu Mánáidfestivála, which starts the following day…
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Basic forging (full!)
Would you like to know more about how a smithy works? Join our class in basic forging techniques!In this class you will…
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Art exhibition Visualizing Arctic Voices
See the art exhibition Visualizing Arctic Voices during this festival. Through images of the Arctic (approx. 1750-…
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Riddu Siida
Welcome to Riddu Siida!Riddu Siida, which translates to "Riddu Home", is a vibrant area with plenty of activities…
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Riddu Nuorat
Are you between 13 and 25 years old and want to see cool concerts? Do you want to learn how to set up a Lávvu? Or do…
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Club Lávvu: Petra Laiti (DJ set)
Queer party at Club Lávvu? Say no more. You know her, you love her, activist and musician Petra Laiti returns to tear…
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Pussy Riot - Nadya
Riddu Riđđu is excited to welcome Pussy Riot and its creator Nadya Tolokonnikova, conceptual artist and activist, to…
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Ella Marie
Ella Marie is a Sámi artist and activist from Tana in Finnmark. Through seven years as the lead singer in the…
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Renata Flores
Renata Flores, queen of Quechua rap is coming to Riddu Riđđu! Her music is a combination of trap and urban pop,…
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Official opening Riddu Riđđu 2024
Welcome to the official opening of Riddu Riđđu 2024! Opening yoik by Sara Marielle Gaup Beaska and opening speech by…
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Riddu sessions 2024: Muorra
Muorra is a short film that takes you on a journey through the lands of Sápmi, where the raw power inherent in the…
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Drop-in: Indigenous Wrestling
Join us for a session on the history and meaning of Chukchi wrestling. Hosted by Mark Zdor, a Chukchi student and…
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Beading (full!)
In this workshop you get to explore the art of beading. Led by skilled beadwork artisans, participants are guided…
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Yurta concert: Namgar
This year again, we are so lucky to invite you to a Yurta concert during this year’s festival. The Yurta concerts are…
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Guided tour: Visualizing Arctic Voices
Come to the library for a guided tour in our festival exhibition, Visualizing Arctic Voices! Ulrikke Marie Strandli…
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Conversation with the Young Artist of the Year
Meet the Young Artist of the Year Kai Mikkel Balto for a conversation about his work. This is a great opportunity…
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Sálva/Håndtak
With different Sámi identities, in the aftermath of Norwegianization - Line and Anders fall in love. Anders is from a…
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Uaajeerneq (mask dance)
Come experience the unique mask dance, Uaajerneq, from Kalaallit Nunaat (Greenland)! Uaajeerneq is one of the…
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Meet Indigenous Drag Excellence XXL
Join our renowned drag performers behind the comissioned project Indigenous Drag Excellence XXL in conversation about…
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Indigiqueer Shorts
Welcome to watch our picks of Indigiqueer Shorts! This year we are honoring Queer Indigenous as Northern people…
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Bonju bádji
Bonju bádji is a reflection space that is open and inclusive for both queer and allies. If you need warmth, a good…
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Drop-in: Kildinsami language
Did you know that there are eight different Sámi languages still in daily use?Kildin Sámi is the most common Sámi…
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Making whole the broken lives
As an extension of the art exhibition, we invite you to a conversation on 'Alnayah', Qalaherriaq and the piecing…
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Riddu Márkanat
Sámis have had markets for centuries, and in many ways this is probably the forerunner of today's festivals. Stop by…
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Leather pouch (full!)
A leather pouch with horn button is a practical and good looking acessory for any outfit!In this class you will learn…
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Drop-in: Small coffee bag
Gáffeseahkka is a traditional Sámi coffee bag mad from reindeer hide.In this class you will learn how to make your very…
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Art-in-progress: Northern people of the year
Art in Progress is a truly special opportunity to witness cutting edge artists actively engaged in their artistic…
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Geavllet (full!)
Do you want to learn how to make a basket (geavllet) out of birch bark like it used to be before plastic became common?…
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Niibeboagán (full!)
Most people have knives lying around at home, but not many people have a separate belt to hang the knife on! …
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Plant color dyeing and weaving (full!)
Do you want to learn the basics of plant color dyeing and band weaving?In this class you will learn how to use local…
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Yoik Class (full!)
Would you like to learn more about yoik? Attend our yoik class!This is a practical class, where the main focus is…
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Urfilms Shorts 1
Urfilm Shorts 1 full length: 39 minutes Entropy (Kalaallit Nunaat) Inuit folklore always centered on…
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Riddu Siida
Welcome to Riddu Siida!Riddu Siida, which translates to "Riddu Home", is a vibrant area with plenty of activities…
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Riddu Nuorat
Are you between 13 and 25 years old and want to see cool concerts? Do you want to learn how to set up a Lávvu? Or do…
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Mánáidfestivála
REGISTRATION HEREYou can also register the children for the Riddu Riđđu Mánáidfestivála, which starts the following day…
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Basic forging (full!)
Would you like to know more about how a smithy works? Join our class in basic forging techniques!In this class you will…
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Art exhibition Visualizing Arctic Voices
See the art exhibition Visualizing Arctic Voices during this festival. Through images of the Arctic (approx. 1750-…
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Opening of the art exhibition Visualizing Arctic Voices
Welcome to the opening of the art exhibition Visualizing Arctic Voices at 18:00.We are looking forward to being able to…
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Opening of Mánáidfestivála
This year's Mánáidfestivála opens with a family concert wednesday 10th of July at 2:00 pm.Everyone is welcome, it's…
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Riddu Nuorat
Are you between 13 and 25 years old and want to see cool concerts? Do you want to learn how to set up a Lávvu? Or do…
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SJIT HELVEDES KÅKEN
Sjåbakkenhuset – better known as Sjit helvedes kåken: “The Shit Hell Shack” – will be open to the public throughout…
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Riddu Sessions: Duoldi čuoldin
To sit in silence to weave for oneself or turn to civil disobedience against the authorities. Both actions aim to…
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Riddu Nuorat
Are you between 13 and 25 years old and want to see cool concerts? Do you want to learn how to set up a Lávvu? Or do…
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Katarina Barruk
Katarina Barruk is one of Sápmi's most popular vocalists, known for her atmospheric pop music that combines yoik and…
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Club Lávvu: UYARAKQ, PETRA AND HILDÁ
Aqqalu Berthelsen, also known as Uyarakq, was born in Nuuk, Greenland in the mid 80s. He is a self taught music…
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Ana Tijoux
Ana Tijoux grew up in political exile in France during the Chilean civil war. Tijoux has stated that it is hip-hop that…
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Frank Waln
Sicangu Lakota rapper and activist Frank Waln from Rosebud Reservation in South Dakota is coming to Riddu Riđđu. He…
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Stand-up: Oja, du er nysame?
Isalill Kolpus has created a big name for herself in a very short time. From her debut on Tromsø venue Prelaten in 2020…
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Workshop: Indigenous lens - 48 hours film project - open screening
sign up here! Join us in this border disrupting and ground breaking Indigenous filmmaking workshop. The workshop…
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Seminar: The tougher the weather, the tougher the man
From the traditional Sami male role, it is expected that the man contributes to the family's livelihood, and that he…
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Urfilm shorts 2
Where dreams are forgotten – Kalalliit NunaatIn a small South Greenlandic community, the local population is fighting a…
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Northern people of the year day
Every year, Riddu Riđđu invites an Indigenous people to the festival by virtue of being Northern People of the Year.…
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Seminar: The war's impact on Indigenous peoples of Russia
Russia’s military attack on Ukraine has significantly impacted the life of Indigenous Peoples in Russia. One of the…
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Urfilm shorts 1
Home River – SápmiIn 2017, three Sámi women broke the law to protect their traditions. The Sámi people had fished the…
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Riddu Siida
Welcome to Riddu Siida!Riddu Siida, which translates to "Riddu Home", is a vibrant area with plenty of activities…
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Drop-in workshop and talk: Lakota drum
Join us in a conversation on the art of crafting and playing the traditional Lakota drum. This workshop offers a unique…
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Workshop: Sewing with fish skin
Would you like your own custom-made key ring, amulet or bracelet made of fish skin? Now you have the opportunity! This…
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Live-podast: Sámi ritmmat
The university museum at UiT – the Arctic University of Norway currently holds what is said to be the largest archive…
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Workshop: Embroidery with tin thread
Tin thread embroidery is an old Sámi craft tradition where tin thread is embroidered in patterns on leather and textile…
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Workshop: Kildin Sámi language
Kildin Sámi is the largest Sámi language on the Russian side of Sápmi. The language will be used by the Sámi on the…
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Riddu Márkanat
Sámis have had markets for centuries, and in many ways this is probably the forerunner of today's festivals. Stop by…
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Workshop: Luohti/yoik
This is a practical course with a focus on practicing different joiks. Here you will be served campfire coffee, taste…
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Workshop: Forging knife blade
Short 3-day introductory workshop on forging laminated knife blades. The workshop runs over three days. The aim is to…
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workshop: Niibeboagán/knife belt
SIGN UP Most people have knives lying around at home, but not many people have a separate belt to hang the knife on!…
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TIFF presents: "Films from the North"
UNBORN BIRU - SÁPMIA pregnant, poor widow is desperate for help. Shut out by the community, she steals silver from a…
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Riddu Nuorat
Are you between 13 and 25 years old and want to see cool concerts? Do you want to learn how to set up a Lávvu? Or do…
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Half-day conference for the industry
SIGN UP Riddu Riđđu invites you to a half-day conference on how the cultural industry can elevate indigenous…
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Club Lávvu: Frank Waln
Sicangu Lakota rapper and activist Frank Waln from Rosebud Reservation in South Dakota is coming to Riddu Riđđu. He…
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Hildá & Tuomas
Soundscapes based on improvisation and the space between echoes and rhythms form a meeting place for Hildá's ethereal…
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Nomzi Kumalo
Nomzi Kumalo is a South African-born, France influenced and naturalized Norwegian singer, songwriter, and poet. Kumalo’…
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Hva er det som spiser meg om natten
Hva er det som spiser meg om natten has been called an ugly musical bstard born into the world by KLISH and Erling…
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Who will be the next Sámi pathfinders?
On Friday 14 July at 18:30, we will announce the next Sámi pathfinders. The announcement takes place on Riddu Riđđu.…
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Lávvosáhka: You won’t make me shut up
How do we talk about sexual abuse and unwanted sexual attention in Sápmi? Everyone knows someone in their close family…
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Conversation with Young artist of the year
Meet Young Artist of the Year Mihkkal Hætta for a conversation about his artistry. This is a great opportunity for the…
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Lávvosáhka: The women at the frontlines
This year, the controversial Fosen case has really affected the Sami community and the national news scene. It was the…
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Seminar: why does the heart language hurt so much?
The Sámi language sparks conversations whether you know it or not. Most Sámi people do not master the language of the…
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Drop-in workshop and talk: Lakota regalia
This workshop offers a unique opportunity to explore the rich heritage of the Lakota people, this year’s northern…
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Workshop: Embroidery with tin thread
Tin thread embroidery is an old Sámi craft tradition where tin thread is embroidered in patterns on leather and textile…
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Workshop: Sewing with fish skin
Would you like your own custom-made key ring, amulet or bracelet made of fish skin? Now you have the opportunity! This…
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Seminar: What is responsible filmmaking?
Sámi myths and stories represent a treasure trove of inspiration for aspiring filmmakers and innovative storytellers.…
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Excursion to the shore
We meet on the shore to pick up marine waste, talk about the Sea Sámi's close ties to the sea, and look at what…
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Lávvosáhka: Is art our strongest weapon?
It is often said that art is our weapon in Sámi society. Art has the power to move something in an audience that might…
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Workshop: Kildin Sámi language
Kildin Sámi is the largest Sámi language on the Russian side of Sápmi. The language will be used by the Sámi on the…
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TIFF presents: "Films from the North"
UNBORN BIRU - SÁPMIA pregnant, poor widow is desperate for help. Shut out by the community, she steals silver from a…
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Family event
Welcome to the family show as part of Mánáidfestivála/Children's festival's program. The events take place on…
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UiT-seminar: The will to reconciliation must be shown in action
"The will to reconciliation must be shown in action. Here, those in positions of power have a special responsibility,…
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Lávvosáhka: Is Sámi religion a relic of the past?
There is a well-known expression that says that in order to oppress a people you must first destroy their spiritual…
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Riddu Márkanat
Sámi people have had markets for centuries, and in many ways this is probably the forerunner of today's festivals. Stop…
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The Árdna award
Árdna Award: The best master's thesis of the year with an Indigenous themeUiT and the Center for Sámi Studies award…
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Workshop: Sewing with fish skin
Would you like your own custom-made key ring, amulet or bracelet made of fish skin? Now you have the opportunity! This…
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Riddu Siida
Welcome to Riddu Siida!Riddu Siida, which translates to "Riddu Home", is a vibrant area with plenty of activities…
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Workshop: Embroidery with tin thread
Tin thread embroidery is an old Sámi craft tradition where tin thread is embroidered in patterns on leather and textile…
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Urfilm shorts 2
Where dreams are forgotten – Kalalliit NunaatIn a small South Greenlandic community, the local population is fighting a…
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Drop-in workshop: Powwow
Join us for the first ever powwow at Riddu Riđđu! Dancers from Lakota, this year's northern people, tell us about…
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Workshop: Luohti/yoik
This is a practical course with a focus on practicing different joiks. Here you will be served campfire coffee, taste…
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Workshop: Redesign
SIGN UP Are you perhaps Olmmáivággi's new trendsetter? Take your worn-out denim jacket or the old gákti dusting away in…
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Workshop: Forging knife blade
Short 3-day introductory workshop on forging laminated knife blades. The workshop runs over three days. The aim is to…
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Workshop: Niibeboagán/knife belt
SIGN UP Most people have knives lying around at home, but not many people have a separate belt to hang the knife on!…
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Workshop: Gáffeseahkka/coffee bag
SIGN UP Gáffeseahkka is a traditionaL Sámi coffee bag made of reindeerskin. In this workshop you will learn how to sew…
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Mánáidfestivála
Apply hereRegister the children for the Riddu Mánáidfestivala! This year's festival begins with a family performance at…
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Urfilm shorts 1
Home River – SápmiIn 2017, three Sámi women broke the law to protect their traditions. The Sámi people had fished the…
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Riddu Nuorat
Are you between 13 and 25 years old and want to see cool concerts? Do you want to learn how to set up a Lávvu? Or do…
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Riddu Sessions: Duoldi čuoldin
To sit in silence to weave for oneself or turn to civil disobedience against the authorities. Both actions aim to…
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Club Lávvu: Nagirčalmmiid
Nagirčalmmiid (With Sleepy Eyes) is a result of the deadly boredom that followed with covid-19, spring 2020. When life…
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Small Time Giants
It may sound surprising, but Greenland has a surprisingly vital and varied rock scene. One of the spearheads is Small…
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Uyarakq with guests
Aqqalu Berthelsen, also known as Uyarakq, was born in Nuuk, Greenland in the mid 80s. He is a self taught music…
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The Buošši Award
Riddu Riđđu and the Center of Northern Peoples will present the inaugural Buošši Award at this year’s festival to…
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Official opening Riddu Riđđu 2023
Welcome to the official opening of Riddu Riđđu at Lávdi! Intro by festival director Sajje Solbakk and chair of Riddu…
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Meet the author: Fredrik Prost
In early 2023, Sami author, duojár and artist Fredrik Prost launched the book Leŋges hearggi, Sáhčal fatna (Ready the…
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Tasting and history of the Lakota food
Indulge your senses in a culinary exploration of Lakota culture through a tasting of traditional Lakota food. Join us…
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Seminar: Is this the truth?
What injustice has been committed against the Sami, Kven, Norwegian Finns and Forest Finns? The Truth and…
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Urfilm shorts 2
Where dreams are forgotten – Kalalliit NunaatIn a small South Greenlandic community, the local population is fighting a…
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Youtube workshop with NRK Juŋká
SIGN UP HERE Welcome to this workshop about YouTube and the art of acting with the guys from NRK Juŋká! We work…
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Family event
Welcome to the family show as part of Mánáidfestivála/Children's festival's program. The events take place on…
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Workshop: Kildin Sámi language
Kildin Sámi is the largest Sámi language on the Russian side of Sápmi. The language will be used by the Sámi on the…
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Urfilm shorts 1
Home River – SápmiIn 2017, three Sámi women broke the law to protect their traditions. The Sámi people had fished the…
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Riddu Márkanat
Sámis have had markets for centuries, and in many ways this is probably the forerunner of today's festivals. Stop by…
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Workshop: Sewing with fish skin
Would you like your own custom-made key ring, amulet or bracelet made of fish skin? Now you have the opportunity! This…
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Riddu Siida
Welcome to Riddu Siida!Riddu Siida, which translates to "Riddu Home", is a vibrant area with plenty of activities…
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7 % samisk
You join the Sámi Parliament's electoral roll, learn about the culture, learn a Sámi language, wear Sámi clothes, put…
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Workshop: Embroidery with tin thread
Tin thread embroidery is an old Sámi craft tradition where tin thread is embroidered in patterns on leather and textile…
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Parent-teacher conference with Troms and Finnmark County Municipality
Troms and Finnmark County Municipality invites you to a Sámi parents' meeting on Riddu Siida. We exchange experiences…
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Lakota hand games
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TIFF presents: "Films from the North"
UNBORN BIRU - SÁPMIA pregnant, poor widow is desperate for help. Shut out by the community, she steals silver from a…
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Workshop: Luohti/yoik
This is a practical course with a focus on practicing different joiks. Here you will be served campfire coffee, taste…
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Workshop: Redesign
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Workshop: Forging knife blade
Short 3-day introductory workshop on forging laminated knife blades. The workshop runs over three days. The aim is to…
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Workshop: Lakota beading - CANCELLED
In this workshop you get to explore the art of beading in the Lakota tradition. Led by skilled beadwork artisans,…
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Workshop: Niibeboagán/knife belt
SIGN UP Most people have knives lying around at home, but not many people have a separate belt to hang the knife on!…
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Workshop: Indigenous lens - short films project
sign up here! Join us in this border disrupting and ground breaking Indigenous filmmaking workshop. The workshop…
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Workshop: Gáffeseahkka/coffee bag
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Riddu Nuorat
Are you between 13 and 25 years old and want to see cool concerts? Do you want to learn how to set up a Lávvu? Or do…
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Riddu Sessions: Duoldi čuoldin
To sit in silence to weave for oneself or turn to civil disobedience against the authorities. Both actions aim to…
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Riddu Sessions: Duoldi čuoldin
To sit in silence to weave for oneself or turn to civil disobedience against the authorities. Both actions aim to…
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Mánáidfestivála
Apply hereRegister the children for the Riddu Mánáidfestivala! This year's festival begins with a family performance at…
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TIFF presents: Slash/back
Some young girls in the Arctic village of Pangnirtung in Nunavut must summon courage, horror film knowledge and proud…
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Opening art exhibition: Duoldi čuoldin
To sit in silence to weave for oneself or turn to civil disobedience against the authorities. Both actions aim to…
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Mánáidfestivála
Apply hereRegister the children for the Riddu Mánáidfestivala! This year's festival begins with a family performance at…
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Opening of Mánáidfestivála - Family event
Welcome to the family show as part of Mánáidfestivála/Children's festival's program. The events take place on…
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Riddu Nuorat
Are you between 13 and 25 years old and want to see cool concerts? Do you want to learn how to set up a Lávvu? Or do…
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Art exhibition: Binnáš vel!
“Binnáš vel!” is Northern Sámi and means just a little bit more. How often haven’t we heard this when the government or…
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Club lávvu: DJ iDJa x DJ Ailo
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Ailu Valle + Amoc + Trio Boogiemen
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Angelique Kidjo
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Article 3: Indigenous Party Moratorium
The Sámi artist collective Article 3 brings the best party bangers from the Indigenous world in their DJ-set, spiced…
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Sápmi Pride @ Riddu Riđđu
This year, Sápmi Pride takes place as a summer tour at festivals, and the first stop is at Riddu Riđđu Festivála…
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Seminar: What is the next breakthrough for the rights to land and water?
There are many battles for the right to land and water in Sápmi - in Repparfjord, Gállok, in Fovsen on Øyfjellet and…
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Seminar: Safe(r) spaces for LGBTQIA2s+-sámis
LGBTQIA2s+-Sámis are a minority in the minority, and many experience double discrimination. Queer Sámis have become…
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Urfilm: Binnáš vel!
Binnáš vel! is a collection of short films that explore Indigenous relationships to water and land resources, and…
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Northern people of the year day
Riddu Riđđu is a gathering point for Indigenous cultures, a creative space where stories can be told. Each year Riddu…
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Seminar: Sápmi at the world's largest art exhibition - what now?
The Sámi Pavilion at the Venice Biennale is a milestone in visibility for Sámi art in the world. What are we left with…
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Stamping of wadmal with Young artist of the year
Riddu Riđđu's Young artist of the year, Márjá Karlsen, invites the audience to stamp wadmal and share stories with her…
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UiT-seminar: a Sámi teacher crisis?
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Riddu Sessions: Starting from staring (cancelled)
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Drop-in yoik course with Berit Alette Mienna
A practical course focusing on practicing various yoiks. You will be served coffee made on the campfire, taste sami…
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Art-in-progress: Riebansilba geriljá
The name “Riebansilba geriljá”, could be translated to “mica guerilla”. Mica is a mineral that has been used in the…
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Riddu Siida
Welcome to Riddu Siida! Riddu Siida, which translates to "Riddu Home", is a vibrant area with plenty of activities…
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Sápmi Pride: Queer lávvu lounge
This year, Sápmi Pride takes place as a summer tour at festivals, and the first stop is at Riddu Riđđu Festivála…
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Northern people of the year: the Inuit from Greenland
Riddu Riđđu is a gathering point for Indigenous cultures, a creative space where stories can be told. Each year Riddu…
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Yurt concert: Aldar Dashiev
Aldar Dashiev, born and raised in Buryatia, is a performer of authentic Buryat and Mongolian folk songs as well as of…
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Urfilm shorts
Urfilm shorts is a collection of short films by Indigenous filmmakers from Sápmi, Greenland, and Guatemala. Full…
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Art exhibition: Binnáš vel!
“Binnáš vel!” is Northern Sámi and means just a little bit more. How often haven’t we heard this when the government or…
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Riddu Nuorat
Do you want to meet other Sámi youth? Do you want to learn more about the climate issue from a Sámi perspective? Do you…
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Club lávvu: Article 3
Indigenous Peoples have the right to self-determination on the dancefloor. By virtue of that right they freely exercise…
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The Halluci Nation (previously A Tribe Called Red)
The Halluci Nation, previously known as A Tribe Called Red, is a First Nations group from Canada, which is known for…
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Lido Pimienta
Lido Pimienta embraces her afro and indigenous background with music that challenges power, which is both rebellious,…
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Mustafa x Elle Máijá
Mustafa Hasan’s hard-hitting lyrics hold little back, telling of his experience battling with UDI (Department of…
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Katarina Barruk (CANCELLED)
Katarina Barruk is one of Sápmi's most popular vocalists, known for her atmospheric pop music that combines yoik and…
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Emil Kárlsen (solo)
Though only 23 years old, Emil Kárlsen is already an accomplished musician, songwriter, producer, artist and actor. His…
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Yurt concert: Aldar Dashiev
Aldar Dashiev, born and raised in Buryatia, is a performer of authentic Buryat and Mongolian folk songs as well as of…
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A Conversation with Young Artist of the Year
Join Márjá Karlsen, Riddu Riđđu’s Young Artist of the Year, in a conversation about her creative practice. This is an…
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"Ingen tårer i Moskogaisa" - In conversation with Odd Marakatt Sivertsen
The setting is Birtavarre in the 1900s. What happens when an international company comes into an isolated …
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Urfilm shorts
Urfilm shorts is a collection of short films by Indigenous filmmakers from Sápmi, Greenland, and Guatemala. Full…
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Urfilm: Binnáš vel!
Binnáš vel! is a collection of short films that explore Indigenous relationships to water and land resources, and…
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Family event
Welcome to the family show as part of Mánáidfestivála/Children's festival's program. The events take place on…
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Hyl i Hælen
Hyl i hælen is an exploratory performative encounter between Sámi and Maya culture. Sara Marielle Gaup Beaska, Carlos…
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Northern people of the year: the Inuit from Greenland
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Art-in-progress: Riebansilba geriljá
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Urfilm: Eallin
Sápmi, 2022, 44 min. Documentary Directed/written by: Ørjan Marakatt Bertelsen Language: Norwegian/Northern Sámi,…
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Riddu Siida
Welcome to Riddu Siida! Riddu Siida, which translates to "Riddu Home", is a vibrant area with plenty of activities…
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Yoik course with Berit Alette Mienna 15.07
A practical course focusing on practicing various yoiks. You will be served coffee made on the campfire, taste sami…
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Riddu Nuorat
Do you want to meet other Sámi youth? Do you want to learn more about the climate issue from a Sámi perspective? Do you…
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Art exhibition: Binnáš vel!
“Binnáš vel!” is Northern Sámi and means just a little bit more. How often haven’t we heard this when the government or…
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Pil og Bue
Pil & Bue comes from Finnmark to Riddu Riđđu with heavy rock in their luggage. The band released the album "The…
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Elin & the Woods
Sámi artist Elin Kåven and songwriter/music producer Robin Mortensen Lynch started their musical collaboration in 2015…
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The Buošši Award
Riddu Riđđu and the Center of Northern Peoples will present the inaugural Buošši Award at this year’s festival to…
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Official opening Riddu Riđđu 2022
Welcome to the official opening of Riddu Riđđu at Lávdi! Intro by festival director Sandra Márjá West and chair of…
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Riddu Sessions: Starting from staring (CANCELLED)
STARTING FROM STARING How to meet without any intention? Allowing the kinship to be enough, as its own, is a primary…
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Urfilm: Eallin
Sápmi, 2022, 44 min. Documentary Directed/written by: Ørjan Marakatt Bertelsen Language: Norwegian/Northern Sámi,…
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Yurt concert: Aldar Dashiev
Aldar Dashiev, born and raised in Buryatia, is a performer of authentic Buryat and Mongolian folk songs as well as of…
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Urfilm shorts
Urfilm shorts is a collection of short films by Indigenous filmmakers from Sápmi, Greenland, and Guatemala. Full…
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Family event
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The Nordlys seminar: Hate speech against the Sámi people
Two out of five young Sámis experience hate speech several times a year. There are regular stories of harassment and…
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Art-in-progress: Riebansilba geriljá
The name “Riebansilba geriljá”, could be translated to “mica guerilla”. Mica is a mineral that has been used in the…
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Art-in-progress: Riebansilba geriljá
The name “Riebansilba geriljá”, could be translated to “mica guerilla”. Mica is a mineral that has been used in the…
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Riddu Siida
Welcome to Riddu Siida! Riddu Siida, which translates to "Riddu Home", is a vibrant area with plenty of activities…
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Urfilm: Binnáš vel!
Binnáš vel! is a collection of short films that explore Indigenous relationships to water and land resources, and their…
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Northern people of the year: the Inuit from Greenland
Riddu Riđđu is a gathering point for Indigenous cultures, a creative space where stories can be told. Each year Riddu…
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Yoik course with Berit Alette Mienna 14.07
A practical course focusing on practicing various yoiks. You will be served coffee made on the campfire, taste sami…
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Art exhibition: Binnáš vel!
“Binnáš vel!” is Northern Sámi and means just a little bit more. How often haven’t we heard this when the government or…
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Riddu Nuorat
Do you want to meet other Sámi youth? Do you want to learn more about the climate issue from a Sámi perspective? Do you…
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Art exhibition: Binnáš vel!
“Binnáš vel!” is Northern Sámi and means just a little bit more. How often haven’t we heard this when the government or…
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Opening art exhibition Binnáš vel!
“Binnáš vel!” is Northern Sámi and means just a little bit more. How often haven’t we heard this when the government or…
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Family event
Welcome to the family show as part of Mánáidfestivála/Children's festival's program. The events take place on…
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Riddu Nuorat
Do you want to meet other Sámi youth? Do you want to learn more about the climate issue from a Sámi perspective? Do you…
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Kajsa Balto
In recent years, Kajsa Balto has distinguished herself with her unique vocal expression and strong communication skills…
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Katarina Barruk
Katarina Barruk is one of Sápmi's most popular vocalists, known for her atmospheric pop music that combines yoik and…
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Kalle Urheim
Artist Kalle Urheim has roots in Divtasvuodna and Jåhkåmåhkke. Urheim has a distinctive and deep voice that is…
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DJ iDJa with ÅVLA + Ramona Linnea
With his passion for electronic music, DJ iDJa has been making a name for himself across Sápmi. Inspired by traditional…
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Young artists of the year: Biret Haarla and Gáddjá Haarla
Riddu Riđđu's Young Artists of the Year 2021 are dancers Biret Haarla and Gáddjá Haarla from Dálvadas in Tanadalen.…
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Northern People of the Year
The Åarjel-saemieh are a particular group of Sámi people who come from the south of Saepmie. What distinguishes the…
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Artist conversation: Sexy Sápmi
Panelists: Ellen Berit Dalbakk, Ole-Henrik Bjørkmo Lifjell, Ingunn Eriksen, Dávvet Bruun-Solbakk. At the same time as…
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Urfilm shorts: part 2
"This is fiction-19" (2020) An alcoholic Sámi lady is alone in her countryside cabin during the COVID-19 pandemic…
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Literature: Sollaug Sárgon and Undersang with Gerd Mikalsen and Elina Waage Mikalsen
UNDERSANG is a performative reading and listening session based on Elina Waage Mikalsen's dissertation. Together, they…
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Urfilm shorts: Part 1
"Eadni juoiggastivččet go" (2020) My film story is about my mother - why did her yoiking go quiet. Our little…
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UIT seminar: “Wind power in Sámi areas” + The Árdna Award
Árdna Award: The best master's thesis of the year with an Indigenous theme (Duration ca.15 minutes) UiT and the Center…
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Breaking the silence: Sexy Sápmi
At the same time as there are strong norms for silence in Sápmi, we live in a time where there is more and more open…
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Felgen Orkester
Felgen Orkester released the album Čuđit in February. The Karasjok group's fourth album is more political and…
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A Million Pineapples
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Bats of Congress
Venturing from the mountains and fjords of Northern Norway, Bats of Congress is the next best thing that Tromsø has to…
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In conversation: Young Artists of the Year
Meet Young Artists of the Year, Gáddjá og Biret Haarla, in conversation about their artistry. The conversation is…
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Book launch: Riddu Riđđu 30 years
Riddu Riđđu 30 years: From Sea Sámi festival to an international Indigenous festival. A barbecue party and some…
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Urfilm shorts: part 2
"This is fiction-19" (2020) An alcoholic Sámi lady is alone in her countryside cabin during the COVID-19 pandemic…
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OZAS: Etniid ulloliinnit
OZAS consists of sisters Risten Anine and Sara Marielle Gaup. They bring with them musicians and dancers on stage…
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Breaking the silence: Sexy Sápmi
At the same time as there are strong norms for silence in Sápmi, we live in a time where there is more and more open…
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Urfilm shorts: part 1
"Eadni juoiggastivččet go" (2020) My film story is about my mother - why did her yoiking go quiet. Our little…
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Photosession
Portraits will be taken Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 12 -24 in front of Bealljegoahtien at the Riddu Siida…
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Riddu Sessions: Emil Kárlsen with Lávre and friends
In 2019, Emil Kárlsen was named Young Artist of the Year by Riddu Riđđu Festivála and was subsequently included in…
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Kajsa Balto
Indigenous power meets modern sounds in Kajsa Balto's unique musical style, where joik and Northern Sami weave together…
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"Under the green sky" - a conversation about Odd Marakatt Sivertsen's authorship
Odd Marakatt Sivertsen from Kåfjord uses his Sámi and Laestadian background as inspiration in his works. In 2008, he…
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Sámi Parliament election 2021
The election debate on the Sámi Parliamentary election focuses on how the Sámi Parliament affects your…
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Nordlys seminar: From ugly debate to future-oriented collaboration
Why did the debate get so ugly in Tromsø in 2011 when the proposal to make the municipality part of the Sámi language…
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Urfilm shorts: part 2
"This is fiction-19" (2020) An alcoholic Sámi lady is alone in her countryside cabin during the COVID-19 pandemic…
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art exhibition opens: Sexy Sápmi
At the same time as there are strong norms for silence in Sápmi, we live in a time where there is more and more open…
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Breaking the silence: Sexy Sápmi
At the same time as there are strong norms for silence in Sápmi, we live in a time where there is more and more open…
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Urfilm shorts: part 1
"Eadni juoiggastivččet go" (2020) My film story is about my mother - why did her yoiking go quiet. Our little sister,…
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Photosession
Portraits will be taken Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 12 -24 in front of Bealljegoahtien at the Riddu Siida…
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Nuorat: ISÁK
Riddu Riđđu is excited to invite youths between 13- 25 to a free, drug free concert Wednesday 14th July, at 7 PM. To…
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Children's festival
Horseback riding, lasso throwing, handicraft, yoik, theatre, knocking stockfish, workshop on children’s rights, making…
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Children's festival
Horseback riding, lasso throwing, handicraft, yoik, theatre, knocking stockfish, workshop on children’s rights, making…
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Children's festival
Horseback riding, lasso throwing, handicraft, yoik, theatre, knocking stockfish, workshop on children’s rights, making…
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this year's art exhibition
This year's art exhibition contains two different exhibitions with young indigenous artists. CHIPPEWAR Multimedia…
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Filmprogram- Short stories
This year´s Indigenous film program is a program of shorts with a focus on indigenous peoples, especially on the…
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Club Lávvu: Silla and Rise
We continue last year’s success in the Balda lavvu: «Club Lávvu ». We guarantee first class indigenous beats…
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Buffy Sainte-Marie & Tanya Tagaq & Maxida Märak
The Riddu Riđđu festival has brought together three generations of female indigenous stars: Buffy Sainte-Marie, Tanya…
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Jeremy Dutcher
Canadian Jeremy Dutcher is a tenor, composer and activist who uses every opportunity to use his Wolastoq First Nation…
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Riddu Youth performance
The participants of this year's youth program comes from different countries and cultures. In this performance, the…
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Jungeltelegrafen- liveshow
The radioprogram “Jungeltelegrafen” is back at Riddu Riđđu for the fourth time. Live broadcast from Riddusletta with…
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Tea ceremony
The artist Cheinesh from Altaj holds daily tea ceremonies in the Yurta where the festival public is served aromatic tea…
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Riddu sessions 2019: Ánná Káisá Partapuoli
"We didn't cross the border. The border crossed us” is a slam poetry show by Ánná Káisá Partapuoli. She comments and…
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Conversation with the young artist of the year: Emil Karlsen
Emil Karlsen is Riddu Riđđu's young artist in 2019. Emil is 21 years old, Seasami and raised in Omasvuona suohkan (…
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Nisga'a house is open for the festival audience
Welcome inside to see how our Nisga’a house looks! The Nisga’a are Indigenous people from British Columbia in Canada…
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Northern People of the year day
Each year, Riddu Riđđu invites an indigenous people to the festival, as The Northern People of the Year. The festival…
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Q & A with Indigenous filmmakers
The Indigenous filmmakers Marja Bål Nango, Ingir Nango, Elle Márjá Eira & Mai-Lis Eira, Elle Sofe…
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Tea ceremony
The artist Cheinesh from Altaj holds daily tea ceremonies in the Yurta where the festival public is served aromatic tea…
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UIT seminar: Salmon: Sami traditions and cross-border management on the Tana river
The relationship between national salmon regulations and Sámi salmon fishery traditions, which includes traditional…
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MINI YOIK COURSE
A short course where you can learn about yoik and hear some people, animal- and nature yoiks. Trainer is Berit Alette…
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Yurtconsert with Alash
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Filmprogram- Short stories
This year´s Indigenous film program is a program of shorts with a focus on indigenous peoples, especially on the…
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Award: The best master thesis on indigenous issues
In 2019, UiT and The Centre for Sami Studies will for the second time honor with an award the best master thesis…
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Filmprogram: Short stories
This year´s Indigenous film program is a program of shorts with a focus on indigenous peoples, especially on the…
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Seminar: Indigenous activism
Standing Rock received a lot of attention when the battle against "the Black Snake" took shape in a resistance camp…
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this year's art exhibition
This year's art exhibition contains two different exhibitions with young indigenous artists. CHIPPEWAR Multimedia…
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YOUTH - NUORAT
Are you between 15 and 25 years old and want to meet other indigenous youth? Do you want to learn joik and protest art…
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Silla and Rise
Silla and Rise blend Inuit throat-singing and futuristic dancefloor beats. Silla comes from the Inuktitut word "Sila"…
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Opphav + Risten Anine
Opphav are known for their commitment to North-Norwegian culture. They mix rap, slam poetry with folk songs and their…
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Premiere Riddu sessions 2019
"We didn't cross the border. The border crossed us” is a slam poetry show by Ánná Káisá Partapuoli. She comments and…
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Tea ceremony
The artist Cheinesh from Altaj holds daily tea ceremonies in the Yurta where the festival public is served aromatic tea…
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Nordlys Seminar: The battle for minerals
Nussir ASA has gained operation license and discharge permit for a copper mine with seafill in Repparfjorden…
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Familyshow: Cheinesh
CHANGE IN PROGRAM! THIS FAMILY SHOW IS MOVED FROM WEDNESDAY TO FRIDAY! Cheinesh - the Altay female throat singer…
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Tea ceremony
The artist Cheinesh from Altaj holds daily tea ceremonies in the Yurta where the festival public is served aromatic tea…
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Seminar: The Truth and Reconciliation Commission
The Truth and Reconciliation Commission was passed by the Parliament in 2018 and is set to examine assimilation policy…
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Tanya tagaq: Split tooth
Tanya Tagaq is an award-winning vocalist from Iqaluktuutiaq/Cambridge Bay in Nunavut, Canada. She is especially known…
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Seminar: The Truth and Reconciliation Commission
The Truth and Reconciliation Commission was passed by the Norwegian Parliament in 2018 and is set to examine the…
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Tea ceremony
The artist Cheinesh from Altaj holds daily tea ceremonies in the Yurta where the festival public is served aromatic tea…
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Mini Sami course
This is an intro course to the Sami language. Join a shorter course and learn some words and phrases that you can…
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Indigenous music: Traditional and commercial music?
Where do we draw the line when modernizing indigenous cultural expressions and who decides? Are there no…
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Yurtconsert with Alash
The Yurta concerts are one of the Riddu Riđđu festivals most popular events. This year’s Yurta concerts are performed…
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Filmprogram- Short stories
This year´s Indigenous film program is a program of shorts with a focus on indigenous peoples, especially on the…
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The Childrens festival
It is time for new experiences and the opportunity to meet new friends and cultures! At the childrens festival there…
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Filmprogram: Short stories
This year´s Indigenous film program is a program of shorts with a focus on indigenous peoples, especially on the…
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YOUTH - NUORAT
Are you between 15 and 25 years old and want to meet other indigenous youth? Do you want to learn joik and protest art…
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this year's art exhibition
This year's art exhibition contains two different exhibitions with young indigenous artists. CHIPPEWAR Multimedia…
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Conference: Arctic Voices in Art and Literature in Nineteenth-Century
This conference focuses on the peak of Euro-American imperialism in the Western Arctic between about 1789 and 1914. By…
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Club Lávvu: DJ: 169
We continue last year’s success in the Balda lavvu: «Club Lávvu ». We guarantee first class indigenous beats…
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Maxida Märak
Maxida Märak, from Jokkmokk in Sweden, is a human rights activist with a special interest in the rights of the Sami…
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Tanya Tagaq
Tanya Tagaq is an award-winning Inuit throat Singer from Iqaluktuutiaq in Canada. She has an original vocal style…
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Images of the North
Majority communities view on indigenous peoples are often based on stereotypes and prejudice. In this commissioned…
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Tea ceremony
The artist Cheinesh from Altaj holds daily tea ceremonies in the Yurta where the festival public is served aromatic tea…
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Book talk with Buffy Sainte-Marie
The biography about Buffy was released last year and has been described as a powerful, intimate view on the life of a…
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Familyshow: Arctic song
Arctic song is a music ensemble that is part of Northern people of the year program. In this familyshow Arctic song…
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Tea ceremony
The artist Cheinesh from Altaj holds daily tea ceremonies in the Yurta where the festival public is served aromatic tea…
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Author meeting: Inga Ravna Eira
Inga Ravna Eira, or Iŋgos-Máhte Iŋgá, from Karasjok grew up in a reindeer herding family. She worked as a teacher her…
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Author meeting: Inga Ravna Eira
Inga Ravna Eira, or Iŋgos-Máhte Iŋgá, from Karasjok grew up in a reindeer herding family. She worked as a teacher her…
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Tea ceremony
The artist Cheinesh from Altaj holds daily tea ceremonies in the Yurta where the festival public is served aromatic tea…
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Mini Sami course
This is an intro course to the Sami language. Join a shorter course and learn some words and phrases that you can…
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Yurtconsert with Alash
The Yurta concerts are one of the Riddu Riđđu festivals most popular events. This year’s Yurta concerts are performed…
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Filmprogram- Short stories
This year´s Indigenous film program is a program of shorts with a focus on indigenous peoples, especially on the…
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The Childrens festival
It is time for new experiences and the opportunity to meet new friends and cultures! At the childrens festival there…
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Filmprogram- Short stories
This year´s Indigenous film program is a program of shorts with a focus on indigenous peoples, especially on the…
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this year's art exhibition
This year's art exhibition contains two different exhibitions with young indigenous artists. CHIPPEWAR Multimedia…
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YOUTH - NUORAT
Are you between 15 and 25 years old and want to meet other indigenous youth? Do you want to learn joik and protest art…
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Conference: Arctic Voices in Art and Literature
This conference focuses on the peak of Euro-American imperialism in the Western Arctic between about 1789 and 1914. By…
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Club Lávvu: DJ Rise Ashen
We continue last year’s success in the Balda lavvu: «Club Lávvu ». DJ Rise Ashen from the band Silla and Rise will…
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Vernissage: this year’s art exhibition
This year's art exhibition contains two different exhibitions with young indigenous artists. CHIPPEWAR Multimedia…
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YOUTH - NUORAT
Are you between 15 and 25 years old and want to meet other indigenous youth? Do you want to learn joik and protest art…
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Familyshow: School- Petter Anna Talkshow
CHANGE IN PROGRAM! THIS FAMILY SHOW IS MOVED FROM FRIDAY TO WEDNESDAY! In Little Mackerel´s fishing pond,…
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The Childrens festival
It is time for new experiences and the opportunity to meet new friends and cultures! At the childrens festival there…
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Conference: Arctic Voices in Art and Literature
This conference focuses on the peak of Euro-American imperialism in the Western Arctic between about 1789 and 1914. By…
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Son of the sun
Nils-Aslak Valkeapää (1943-2001) is the most diverse and famous Sámi artist who ever lived. He was born into a family…
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Golbma Jiena & Morit Elena Morit!
Riddu Riđđu Festivála´s talent initiative «Riddu sessions» has become a great success. The idea behind it that young…
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Club Lávvu: DJ AILO
Young and aspiring DJ Ailo will bust the beats in the DJ-booth on Saturday. DJ Ailo is a 17 year old lulesami DJ…
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Duolva Duottar
The Sami rapcore band Duolva Duottar from Kautokeino has built a strong reputation since they began playing together in…
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Johan Anders Bær & Dronefolket
Johan Anders Bær, from Karasjok and Magerøya has his roots planted in the traditional joik. He is also among the…
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Art in progress
Crystal Rose Demientieff Worl is Tlingit Athabascan from Raven moiety, Sockeye Clan, from the Raven House. …
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Art in progress: Anders Sunna & Inga Wiktoria Påve
Anders Sunna and Inga Wiktoria Påve, who are the participants in this year's Riddu Sessions, will together…
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Artist talk
Meet the artists, Crystal Worl, Anders Sunna and Inga Wiktoria Påve who have been working with art- in- progress at the…
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Paneldiscussion: FOUR COUNTRIES - TWO SPIRITS
In this event we will discuss living queer lives and queer activism in Sápmi. Discussants will be Dávvet Bruun-Solbakk…
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Author meeting: Maren Uthaug
In cooperation with Troms fylkesbibliotek we presents this year's literature program .Maren Uthaug is an author, comic…
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Ishavsblod
Gry Elisabeth Mortensen, Trude Berge Ottersen, Runtime 98 minSEALERS - ONE LAST HUNT is an Arctic roadmovie, with hardy…
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Queer Lávvu Lounge
Queer Lavvo Lounge is a space for people of all kinds, with no threshold! Come by for a breather, drink coffee and…
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Drop in kurs: Leu'dd
Leu'dd is a Kildin Sámi song tradition that is used to convey experiences of the world, stories or whatever is on one´s…
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Angry Inuk
Director: Alethea Arnaquq-Barils, Runtime: 83 minIn this movie, director Alethea Arnaquq-Baril takes a closer look…
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Club Lávvu: Aku Matu
What would a polar bear say if he could rap? What about a bowhead whale, or a caribou? Join hip-hop artist…
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Ailu valle feat. Elle-Márjá
With political texts and a remarkable vocal technique, the Finnish rapper Ailu Valle has made a name. He raps about how…
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Radik Tyulyush & the Chalama Project
Radik Tyulyush is from Tuva, a Russian republic between Sibiria and Mongolia. Tuva is particularily known to the…
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Standing Rock – can we reach out?
How can indigenous people rise against exploitation by using activism and social media? The Standing Rock – movement is…
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Famileforestilling: Nyttårsnissetog
At the children's festival, the kids have made "New year-masks", an old tradition from Manndalen. Today you can…
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OFELAŠ/VEIVISEREN
During this year’s Tromsø International Film Festival there was a premier of a whole new version of history’s first…
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Alaska Natives, herbs
Learn more about the Northern People of the Year, Alaska Natives, use of herbs for medicine.Leading the course is…
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Tatoopresentation
Kakiñiq: Inuit TattooTraditional Inuit tattoos are done using a needle and thread. Dipping the thread in ink made…
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UIT seminar:Health and wellbeing in the Arctic
Understanding culture to understand health in indigenous population. How are traditional values included…
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Golbma Jiena & Morit Elena Morit!
Riddu Riđđu Festivála´s talent initiative «Riddu sessions» has become a great success. The idea behind it that young…
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Son of the sun
Nils-Aslak Valkeapää (1943-2001) is the most diverse and famous Sámi artist who ever lived. He was born into a family…
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Art in progress: Anders Sunna & Inga Wiktoria Påve
Anders Sunna and Inga Wiktoria Påve, who are the participants in this year's Riddu Sessions, will together…
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OFELAŠ/VEIVISEREN
During this year’s Tromsø International Film Festival there was a premier of a whole new version of history’s first…
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Queer Lávvu Lounge
Queer Lavvo Lounge is a space for people of all kinds, with no threshold! Come by for a breather, drink coffee and…
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Art in progress
Crystal Rose Demientieff Worl is Tlingit Athabascan from Raven moiety, Sockeye Clan, from the Raven House. …
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UIT seminar:Reindeer husbandry in Alaska
From the late 1800s until about 1940, Sami and Kven left Norway to establish reindeer husbandry in Alaska. They were…
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Angry Inuk
Director: Alethea Arnaquq-Barils, Runtime: 83 minIn this movie, director Alethea Arnaquq-Baril takes a closer look…
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Indian agent
Indian Agent is a musical cooperation between artists and musicians Yéil Ya-Tseen (Nicholas Galanin), OCnotes (Otis…
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Mette Henriette
The composer, jazz musician and saxophone player Mette Henriette will compose this year’s commissioned concert for the…
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Familyshow: Young artist of the year
This year, Riddu Riđđu’s young artist of the year is the 21 year old dancer Ánna-Katri Helander. She has danced since…
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Nordlysseminar: Why are the Sami silent?
«Why are the Sami silent?», Anne Lene Turi Dimpas asks in an article in Nordlys, North-Norwegian Debate. She’s…
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Alaska Natives, herbs
Learn more about the Northern People of the Year, Alaska Natives, use of herbs for medicine.Leading the course is…
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Tatoopresentation
Kakiñiq: Inuit TattooTraditional Inuit tattoos are done using a needle and thread. Dipping the thread in ink made…
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Author meeting: Gerd Mikalsen
Gerd Mikalsen from Manndalen debuted this year as an author with the novel Farsmålet. In the book, Mikalsen tells us…
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Queer Lávvu Lounge
Queer Lavvo Lounge is a space for people of all kinds, with no threshold! Come by for a breather, drink coffee and…
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Art in progress
Crystal Rose Demientieff Worl is Tlingit Athabascan from Raven moiety, Sockeye Clan, from the Raven House. …
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Art in progress: Anders Sunna & Inga Wiktoria Påve
Anders Sunna and Inga Wiktoria Påve, who are the participants in this year's Riddu Sessions, will together…
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Ishavsblod
Gry Elisabeth Mortensen, Trude Berge Ottersen, Runtime 98 minSEALERS - ONE LAST HUNT is an Arctic roadmovie, with hardy…
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Familyshow: Allison Warden
Want to know more about the ways of life, song and dance of Alaska's Iñupiaq? Allison Akootchook Warden will get…
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Riddu 2001
Sápmi 2001, NRKIn 2001 the Riddu Riđđu festival celebrated it’s 10th anniversary. See how this was celebrated in this…
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Arctic superstar
Sápmi 2015, Simen BraathenThe indigenous, Samí rapper Nils Rune Utsi - aka SlinCraze - lives with his mother in Máze, a…
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3 short films: Bihttoš/Turisteme/This year is not last year`s brother
3 short films (40 min)Rebel, by Elle-Máijá Tailfeathers, Sápmi 2014. Elle-Maija Tailfeathers uses…
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Little storm/ on the coast
UK, 2016, Igor Slepov. These are two movies that were filmed during Riddu Riđđu 2015. The films show the festival'…
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Ana Tijoux
Ana Tijoux grew up in political exile in France during the Chilean civil war. Tijoux has stated that it is hip-hop that…
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Sofia Jannok
Sofia Jannok has established herself as one of Sápmis biggest artists. She has revitalized the Sámi music…
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Balam Ajpu
Balam Ajpu is a hip-hop collective that use music to show that the Mayan language, culture and knowledge is still alive…
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OBSIDIAN GAZE- PANELSAMTALE
Panel conversation with artists from the exhibition Obsidian gaze that addresses indigenous identity and artistic…
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Dancing Earth
Dancing Earth is a world renowned indigenous dance company from the United States. Their objective is to…
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PARTNERS IN POETRY
Mimie Märak, Niillas Holmberg and Sarakka Gaup are young Sámi writers from three different countries with three…
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MINI KILDIN SAMI LANGUAGE COURSE
Kildin Saami is the largest of the sami languages in Russia and is used by the sami people on the Kola Peninsula. In…
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Sparrooabbán/ me and my little sister
Sápmi 2015, Suvi WestMe and my little sister is a personal film about sisterhood, homosexuality and the search for…
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BOOK LAUNCH: THE RAVENS’ BATTLE BY AINO HIVAND
The Ravens’ Battle is a bilingual picture book for children. It focuses on language and identity issues through a…
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PHOTOSESSION
Do you want to be photographed? Portraits will be taken Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 12 -7 pm in front of…
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The stitch project
The Stitch Project was started at Riddu Riđđu in 2012 when seven artists from Brazil, Iceland, Palestine, Sweden and…
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Riddu 2001
Sápmi 2001, NRKIn 2001 the Riddu Riđđu festival celebrated it’s 10th anniversary. See how this was celebrated in this…
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Art in progress: Sakuliu Pavavalung
The renowned artist paiwan Sakuliu Pavavalung is one of the pioneers in the indigenous movement on Taiwan. At…
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Violet Road
Norway´s probably most charming live band, Violet Road, is on homeground when they play Riddu Riđđu this summer. They…
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Sondre Justad
Sondre Justad entered the Norwegian music scene with a boom the summer of 2013 when he released the singel «Nu har du…
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Marja Mortensson
The singer and joiker from Svahken Sijte, Engerdal in Hedmark, Marja Mortensson made her mark as “The Young Artist"…
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Dancing Earth
Dancing Earth is a world renowned indigenous dance company from the United States. Their objective is to…
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Open stage
On friday the 15th of July you can showcase your talent on Open mic! It is open to all genres. Everyone is welcome to…
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CULTURAL APPROPRIATION
Indigenous culture is used commercially worldwide - also in Sápmi, but rarely or never with indigenous consent. What…
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UIT seminar: Indigenous knowledge from UiT
What is the state of the art in indigenous studies? UiT The Arctic University of Norway presents a selection of master…
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Arctic superstar
Sápmi 2015, Simen BraathenThe indigenous, Samí rapper Nils Rune Utsi - aka SlinCraze - lives with his mother in Máze, a…
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Seminar: The Stitch Project
The Stitch Project was started at Riddu Riđđu in 2012 when seven artists from Brazil, Iceland, Pales- tine, Sweden and…
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FESTIVAL SAMI COURSES
Festival sami courses Join a mini-sami language course where you learn words and phrases that you may need during the…
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3 short films: Bihttoš/Turisteme/This year is not last year`s brother
3 short films (40 min)Rebel, by Elle-Máijá Tailfeathers, Sápmi 2014. Elle-Maija Tailfeathers uses…
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Art in progress: Sakuliu Pavavalung
The renowned artist paiwan Sakuliu Pavavalung is one of the pioneers in the indigenous movement on Taiwan. At…
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PHOTOSESSION
Do you want to be photographed? Portraits will be taken Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 12 -7 pm in front of…
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The stitch project
The Stitch Project was started at Riddu Riđđu in 2012 when seven artists from Brazil, Iceland, Palestine, Sweden and…
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UiT-seminar:Hunting in indigenous communities
How are traditional values transferred in different hunting cultures? UiT The Arctic University of Norway shines a…
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Little storm/ on the coast
UK, 2016, Igor Slepov. These are two movies that were filmed during Riddu Riđđu 2015. The films show the festival'…
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Northern Soul by Simone Grøtte and Herman Rundberg
Northern soul was originally a commissioned piece for Varangerfestivalen in 2014. Through a melting pot of dance, music…
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Riddu sessions
What happens when you bring together three young Sami voices? A magical experience created! Riddu Sessions is an…
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THE LYNGEN HORSE´S HISTORY AND SURVIVAL
The Lyng horse is one of three Nor- wegian horse breeds and it is an endangered species. Veterinary Geirmund Vik has…
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MARJA AND THE STOMACH DRAGON
Family show with Sarakka Gaup. She tells the story of Marja who finds a large ball. Suddenly she knows animal language…
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THE NORDLYSSEMINAR
In 2015 a research study showed that sami women are more vulnerable to violence and sexual abuse than other women. From…
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FESTIVAL SAMI COURSES
Festival sami courses Join a mini-sami language course where you learn words and phrases that you may need during the…
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Sparrooabbán/ me and my little sister
Sápmi 2015, Suvi WestMe and my little sister is a personal film about sisterhood, homosexuality and the search for…
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PHOTOSESSION
Do you want to be photographed? Portraits will be taken Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 12 -7 pm in front of…
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Riddu 2001
Sápmi 2001, NRKIn 2001 the Riddu Riđđu festival celebrated it’s 10th anniversary. See how this was celebrated in this…
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The stitch project
The Stitch Project was started at Riddu Riđđu in 2012 when seven artists from Brazil, Iceland, Palestine, Sweden and…
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Art in progress: Sakuliu Pavavalung
The renowned artist paiwan Sakuliu Pavavalung is one of the pioneers in the indigenous movement on Taiwan. At…
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YOUNG ARTIST OF THE YEAR- Exhibition Opening
This year's young artist is the 25 year old artist Inga-Wiktoria Påve. She has grown up in a reindeer herding family in…
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Sofia Jannok
Sofia Jannok has established herself as one of Sápmis biggest artists. She has revitalized the traditional music…
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Sondre Justad
Sondre Justad entered the norwegian music industry with a boom the summer of 2013 when he released the singel «Nu har…
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