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Harmony Arts Program was created to foster the interest of Moose Jaw's children who have a passion for the performing arts. It is led by Jan Denbigh, who has directed and supported many shows through the school sector and past organizations. She works hard with the support of other community members to bring a high quality show to the people of Moose Jaw.

Harmony Arts Program is driven to showcase the local talent of our young people!

If you are interested in joining the team, please feel free to reach out.

Our Team Leaders

JanLaree Denbigh

JanLaree Denbigh

Artistic Director

Involved in Community Theatre as a child, when her daughter discovered her love of theatre the passion came back for Jan! She's been working with students in Moose Jaw since 2013. Alice in Wonderland Jr. was the sixth musical she produced at the local Mae Wilson Theatre through Harmony Arts. Through her work in Moose Jaw, she has reached hundreds of local youth, providing opportunity and growth for young inspired actors -- through Harmony's programming, customized theatre contracts with Prairie South Schools, and light design/sound tech when managing events at Peacock Collegiate's Centennial Auditorium. In the past she supported RuBarb Productions as a volunteer assistant to director, where she was mentored by Evie Sawatzky. Jan is excited to encourage and enlighten the young generations with the beauty and joy of live theatre.

Dekoda Nelson

Dekoda Nelson

Acting Instructor

An emerging artist who has always loved being a part of any aspect of theatre. Starting her vocal and dance journey at a young age, she has experience in jazz, tap, lyrical, ballet, contemporary and multiple other dance styles. After her family moved to Saskatchewan she discovered her love of musical theatre through RuBarb Productions and "Suessical Jr.," along with RuBarb's many other shows. When RuBarb Productions closed, Dekoda moved from Assiniboia to Moose Jaw to attend Peacock Collegiate for the opportunity to have a school theatre program. After high school, Dekoda attended the Canadian College of Performing Arts, helping her narrow in her studies and learn new techniques. While in college she had the opportunity to write and direct a ten-minute play, "If Not Now, When?", sparking her interest in directing and creating beyond being under the stage lights. Now she wants to give back to the community and help more kids find love and play in storytelling.

Sierra Downey

Sierra Downey

Wednesday Evening Hip Hop Instructor

Sierra began dancing at age three in a small community just outside Moose Jaw, training in jazz, tap, hip hop, ballet, pointe, and contemporary. Over the years, she performed in many musical-theatre productions and actively participated in the Moose Jaw Music Festival for four years, building experience both on stage and in competition. Her training journey includes many years at Dance Images, followed by her senior year at Born 2 Be, and she has completed her exams through the ADAPT syllabus. Sierra has also attended Dance Jam workshops in Regina. As a teacher, Sierra's goal is to help every student feel seen, confident, and proud of themselves. She believes dance should be a place where kids can express who they are.

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Ha Keena Maneso

Musical Theatre Performer & Instructor

A dancer, singer and actor originally from Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, thrilled to be working with Harmony Arts. Ha Keena studied Musical Theatre at St. Lawrence College in Brockville, ON, and graduated with distinction in 2023. Selected credits include Globe Theatre's Bring It On! (Nautica), Drayton Entertainment's Shrek The Musical (Gingy), Ovation Theatre's Into the Woods (Little Red), Charlottetown Theatre Festival's Anne of Green Gables (Tillie Boulter), YES Theatre's Groundhog Day The Musical, Theatre Aquarius' Pollyanna (Fannie), Stephenville Theatre Festival's 9 to 5 (Kathy), and roles in Jersey Boys, Rocky Horror Picture Show, Pippin, Apothecary, and Cats.

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Artistic Director

Jan Denbigh