Lara Kramer

Lara Kramer is a Canadian choreographer, dancer, and artist of mixed Oji-Cree and settler heritage. She is known for her work delving into themes of Indigenous identity, trauma, and resilience. She currently lives and works in Montreal.

Notable works

 * NGS (Native Girl Syndrome): This piece examines the portrayal of Indigenous women in media and society. It tackles the stereotypes, objectification, and violence that Indigenous women face and presents commentary on their resilience and strength. It deals with her family's history and experiences of Canadian Indian residential schools and is intended to remind audiences of the impact of colonial violence on young Indigenous women.
 * Tame: In this work, Kramer collaborates with artist Émilie Monnet to explore the concept of captivity, drawing parallels between the experiences of Indigenous people and wild animals in captivity. The piece delves into themes of loss, longing, and the fight for freedom.
 * of good moral character (2011): An autobiographical choreographed work about an intensely emotional relationship.