Created by Jada Wambua
2026 Youth Production Intern
I chose to showcase the festival's elements that make it what it is through a unique approach. I wanted to show the influence of the arts in the Seattle area, especially with the blend of art from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and identities represented throughout the event. That is why I designed this project to be interactive: instead of making a video or writing a paper. I imagined the best way for someone to enjoy the full experience of the festival was through a visual and self-paced lens. My goal is to allow viewers to engage in as much of what the festival has to offer on their screens as possible, potentially mirroring the feeling of walking through it in real life.
The people and performers I included in my performance are listed below
- Indigenous R&B with Enigma 007
- Siam Smile Thai Classical & Folk Dulce
- Afro-Cuban & Puerto Rican Rhythms with Arturo Rodriguez
- Market Street Singers (Choir group)
- Indie Soul en Español artists were Noe Navarro and the band Wasabi Samba
- Anzanga Marimba Ensemble
Jada Wambua
I’m Jada, a high school student who enjoys doing service work, art, and writing. I value experimenting, creative projects, and helping people. I’m working towards growing in my skills and embracing new challenges that come along the way, especially being more confident with new tools and bigger projects.
Jada : 2026 Northwest Folklife Youth Production Intern