About Us
We are innovators within the realm of contemporary dance, seeking to discover universal stories that transcend barriers and redefine possibilities
A nationally recognized, creation-based dance company, that is an trailblazer and resource in the creation, production and education of contemporary dance in Canada.
Visceral and fearless, The Chimera Project (Chimera) is a contemporary dance company recognized for its extreme physical creations and tapping into dark, urban, gritty themes. Chimera thrives on investigating intersections between kinetic inspirations, spaces, genres, and cultures. Our vision is to empower artistic excellence and to cultivate authentic connections between individuals and worlds that surround us. We foster personal growth and a sense of connection within and beyond the walls of the studio, theatre, school, and community.
The company has three areas of activity:
CREATION
Development and investigation of contemporary dance.
PRODUCTION
Productions in live venues and on film;
Collaborations with exceptional dance artists, composers, filmmakers, producers and administrators.
EDUCATION & OUTREACH
Workshops and classes for a broad range of ages and experiences, engagement opportunities for audiences and communities throughout the year;
Lab: Projects that support the artistic dance community through knowledge sharing, performance, presentation and creation opportunities.


Artists and Collaborators

Malgorzata Nowacka-May
Artistic Director

Shirley Horn
Elder and Advisor

Jeffrey Baker
Rehearsal Director

Karen Kaeja
Choreographic Mentor

Donna Hilsinger
Artistic Producer

Sophie Dow
Artistic Associate, Dancer

Nimkii Osawamick
Dancer, Singer and Cultural Advisor

Arik Pipestem
Cultural Advisor, Dancer

Louis Laberge-Cote
Dancer

Audrianna Martin del Campo
Dancer

Julia Pochko
Dancer

Eleanore van Veen
Dancer
