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THE 1ST ANNUAL <p>INTERNATIONAL FOLK FESTIVAL 2004<p> OF LAS VEGAS 2004

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THE 1ST ANNUAL

INTERNATIONAL FOLK FESTIVAL

OF

LAS VEGAS 2004

CODAFI

Join us in Las Vegas for

The 1st Annual International Folk Festival

and

Dance Workshops.

Congreso de Danza Folclórica Internacional & Festival

CODAFI FESTIVAL

The 1st International Folk Dances & Workshops Festival.

Enjoy a variety of performances & dance workshops from around the world, like dances and songs from Mexico, India, Japan, Venezuela, Puerto Rico, Chile, China, Spain, Bolivia, Peru, Argentina, Egypt, Honduras, Philipinnes, Brazil, & Persia.

Las Vegas Dance & Theater Alliance,

Fremont St.

&

Fitzgerlads Casino

Present

1st Annual International Folk Festival of Las Vegas

June 17, 18, 19 & 20, 2004

The 1st Annual International Folk Festival of Las Vegas is the 1st Festival in Nevada for all the Folk Artists around the world. And join forces to celebrate dance, music, theater, workshops food and the traditions of the United States, Latin America, Europe, Asia, Africa and the Caribbean.

This is a tribute to some of the worlds' greatest tradition bearers who bring to life centuries of traditional dance and music. Highlights for the Festival includes two stages, children's pavilion, cultural programs, special day and evening performances.

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The 1st Annual International Folk Festival of Las Vegas Hosted by the Mexico Vivo Dance Company expands its reach into the Multiethnic communities by bringing local and international performers to share their traditional music, dance, art, crafts and foods during the four day event. Activities include summer camp kid’s mini-festival on Friday, June 18th from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm & performances on the afternoon and evening on the stage of 3rd Street. and Fremont and a cocktail reception at

Fitzgerald’s Hotel & Casino 9:00 -11:45 pm.

Saturday, June 19th Dance & Theater workshops at Fitzgerald’s Hotel & Casino, from 10:00 am 6:00 performances all day and Evening 12:00 noon to 9:00 pm at Fremont Street Experience stage on 3rd St. & Fremont. 2:00 – 7:00 pm on the stage of 5th street and 1st street.

On Sunday 20th. Workshop for Artistic Directors, Choreographers 9:00 am 12:00 pm & closing performances 11:00 – 5:00 pm. at Fremont Street Experience stage on 3rd St.

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Artistic director, Founder and Producer of The Las Vegas 1st Annual International Folk Festival Ixela Gutierrez, shares her professional knowledge of Latin-American Folklore through the authentic dance, movements, costumes and choreography developed to enhance the beauty in preserving the tradition of dance during this festival.

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1st Conference of International Folkloric Dance Festival and Workshops

Produced by Ixela Gutierrez will bring to some of the best and important dance instructors, choreographers, and artistic directors than had received national and international recognition as one of the largest folkloric touring dance companies in the world. The students interested in learning about the traditions of dance experienced throughout the United States, Latin America, Europe, Asia, Africa and the Caribbean culture, and the Artistic Directors will learn the management of a folk dance company.

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The City of Las Vegas Office of Cultural Affairs city’s cultural awareness program through, Fremont Street Experience, Fitzgerald’s Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas Dance & Theater Alliance, Mexico Vivo Dance Company & Nevada Youth Alliance Sponsor this annual event at the Fremont Street Experience, and Fitzgerald’s Hotel & Casino.

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Opportunities will be available for dance companies to be performing if you are interesting

Call: Ixela Gutierrez

(702) 388-0948 (702) 339-0948


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• African American • Aztec • Argentinean • Basque • Bolivian • Celtic • Chinese • Clogging • Colombian • Country and Western • Dominican Republic • Eastern European • Ecuadorian • • Folk and Regional Dances of India • Flamenco • German Polka • Greek • Hula • Irish Step Dancing • Japanese • Korean • Mexican • Middle Eastern • Morris Dancing • Native American • Peru • Square Dancing • Salsa from Puerto Rico Thailand •

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GUEST COMPANIES PERFORMING

ALL STAR 2004 / Las Vegas, NV

ALMA DE MEXICO / California, USA

AMERICAN DANCE COMPANY / Texas, USA

AMERICAN FLAMENCO THEATER / Las Vegas, NV

ANGEL FRANCISCO / PUERTO RICO / Las Vegas,USA

ASSOCIATION OF COMPOSERS & PERFORMERS OF LAS VEGAS / Las Vegas, Usa

A-Z DANCE STUDIO/ Las Vegas, Usa

BALLET DEL CIELO / San Antonio /TX

BALLET FOLKLORICO QUETZALES / El Paso /TX

BALLET FOLKLORICO DE HUNTINGTON PARK / LA. California

BALLET FOLKLORICO DE MI TIERRA /Chihuahua, Mexico

BALLET FOLKLORICO MEXICA / Tucson, Arizona

BALLET FOLKLORICO MIXTECO / East Los Angeles / California

BALLET FOLKLORICO ORGULLO MESTIZO / Fontana / CA

CAPOEIRA MANDINGA / Brazil/ Las Vegas, USA

CONCERTO NEGRO D’ABIDJAN / Africa

HAKA TOA / New Zealand/Las Vegas, USA

DESCARGA RUMBERA / SALSA PR. / Las Vegas, USA

DANIELLE USIAK / SINGER

ELIZABETH GUZMAN / SINGER

ETHNIC EXPRESS INTERNATIONAL DANCERS / Las Vegas, USA

FIESTA FLAMENCA / Las Vegas, USA

FIESTA MEXICANA DANCE COMPANY / AZ

FRIENDS OF INDIA / India

GRANDEZA MEXICANA FOLK BALLET COMPANY / Los Angeles, CA

GOLD RUSH/ Las Vegas, USA

HISTERIA BAND/ Las Vegas, USA

HOT LAVA / POLYNESIAN ENSEMBLE / Las Vegas, USA

JESS GARTAP / Las Vegas, USA

JOSE ESPINOZA / SINGER

JOY BRITTAN/ UKRAINIAN SINGER

KOTOBUKI / Japan

L’ DANCE JAZZ & BALLET COMPANY

LAS VEGAS HI STEPPERS DRILL TEAM

LAS VEGAS DANCE & THEATER ALLIANCE

LAS VEGAS FLAMENCO SOCIETY

LAS VEGAS SALSA KIDS / Las Vegas, USA

LOHAN SCHOOL OF SHAOLIN / Chinese

LOS VARIABLES DEL NORTE / BAND

LUCRECIA TOORA/ SINGER

MARIACHI JUVENIL MI TIERRA / BAND

MARIBEL & DE SANTIAGO DANCERS

MARILYN & JULIETA MONTIEL / SINGERS

MARIO MAXI/ SINGERS

MATACHINES DE JUAREZ / Las Vegas, USA

MEXICO VIVO DANCE COMPANY / Las Vegas, USA

MI TIERRA NICARAGUA / Las Vegas, USA

MIDDLE EASTERN DANCE

EGYPT / LAS VEGAS, USA

AL-ATEEKA TROUPE

ANGELA

ARADIA

FRANCHESCA

ISIS

LORI

NADIA

SACHA

SAIDA

SAMIRA

SHALYRA

SORAYA

OLLIMPAXQUI BALLET / Texas, USA

PATZCUARO UNITED / Michoacan

PETER ESPINAL / Honduras

PHILIPPINE DANCE COMPANY / PHILIPPINE / Las Vegas, USA

PRISCILLA JACOBSEN / PERU / Las Vegas, USA

RAZZMATAZZ / Las Vegas, USA

RUDY GENASKEY / PHILIPPINES' TOM JONES / SINGER

RUMBERAS 702/ Las Vegas, USA

SALSA KIDS / Las Vegas, USA

SALSOLEROS /Salsa / Las Vegas, USA

SHELBY'S SHOW CASE KIDS / Las Vegas, USA

SONORA MAR Y MAR/ Las Vegas, USA

TRADICIONES MEXICANAS /Las Vegas, NV

TEOCALLI / Fresno, CA.

TESOROS DE MEXICO DANCE COMPANY/ Fontana / CA

THAI CULTURAL ARTS ASSOCIATION / Thailand

TRIPLE THREAT / Las Vegas, USA

TSIKKI / Las Vegas, USA

TWO CULTURES MARIACHI BAND / Las Vegas, USA

UTAH HISPANIC DANCE ALLIANCE / Utah, USA

VANESSA ALVARADO /Spain

VERONICA LOPEZ BAND / Las Vegas, USA

VICTOR MANUEL RODRIGUEZ / Colima, Mexico

WHALERIDERS / New Zealand /Las Vegas, USA

WEST SIDE ACADEMY / Las Vegas, USA

WICKED MOVEMENT / Las Vegas, USA

YADIRA ACOSTA / Las Vegas, USA

ZIDUNA / Kenya, Africa

MORE TBA

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THIS EVENT IS SPONSOR BY

FITZGERALDS HOTEL & CASINO


CRAFT DEMOSTRATION

Demonstrator of gourd crafts

African American quilts

Southern Paiute basket weaver

Kimono dressing demo; obi tying.

Decoy carvings

Yoko teaches tea ceremenoy and flower arrangement

Gourd decorating and engraving w/ native American influence

Mexican hand crafts(flowers and Papel Picado)

Beadwork demonstrator

Wildlife wood carver

Japanece Caligraphy

Shipibo embroidery, bracelates, pottery.

carving

Decoy carvings

Mexican crafts

Norwegian Rosemailing (Decorative painting)

Pysanky-Ukrainian Egg Decorating. Embroidery.

Quilting Demonstration

Hat Maker

Persian writing

Mexican-Aztec Jewlery

Mexican blacksmith

Iranian Craft Demonstrator-painting

Rucky demonstrates Mehndi

Origami Demonstrations

Demonstrates Japanese embroidery

Filipino Parole Makers

Navajo weaver

Navajo Silversmith-Jewelry making demonstration

Kilt tying for kids

Beadwork demonstrator

PLEASE CHECK IN A REGULAR BASICS FOR DAILY UP DATES

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WE REALLY APRECIATED TO ALL DANCE COMPANIES, ARTISTIC DIRECTORS, PERFORMERS, AND GOVERMENT OF EACH STATE & COUNTRY THAN SUPPORT THIS FESTIVAL AND SPECIAL THANKS TO:


CONCERTO NEGRO D’ABIDJAN

13 P. O Box 1181

Abidjan 13

Tel. 00225 07 72 32 75

23 50 33 45 52 49

c/o CNAC to AKA SIMON

Fax 00225 20 21

Concerto Negro of Abidjan is componed of artists from different countries of west Africa. The group is created since 2000 in Ivory Coast. Concerto Negro had already participated in several festivals in Africa and in Europe The group is composed of 20 artist. Concerto Negro lead workshops, couses about songs, rhythm and traditional dance of Africa. It is leading by Mr. COULIBALY Losso Raphael.

All performances were inspired with traditional dances such as: “N’goron, Bolohi”, the mask senoufo “webele” (north of Ivory Coast), Temate (west of Ivory Coast), Abodan (east of Ivory Coast), “Adjoss” (center of Ivory Coast).


JOY BRITTAN


SONORA MAR Y MAR

Sonora Mar y Mar con grandes proyectos para el 2004 Los integrantes de Internacional Sonora Mar y Mar se encuentran muy contentos porque cerraron el año con mucho trabajo y con gran aceptación de la gente e iniciaron el 2004 con el pie derecho al realizar una gira muy importante en Sacramento, California.

La fiesta de fin de año la realizaron en el Castaways Hotel y Casino al lado de Olga Breeskin, donde se registró uno de los llenos más importantes en el lunch de dicho lugar, lo que dejó muy satisfecho a los directivos.

Para empezar el año fueron invitados por la radiodifusora Radio Amor para iniciar las actividades anuales en su especial musical de “La Pesera del Amor”, que se realizaba todos los viernes en el hotel y casino Stardust. Los turistas que visitaron el lugar disfrutaron en grande del nuevo espectáculo de este grupo musical.

La actividad de Sonora Mar y Mar en el 2003 fue intensa con grandes perspectivas, pues abrieron mercados en los estados de Georgia, Carolina del Norte y del Sur, Alabama, Indiana, Kentucky y Missouri, además que los mercados en California, Oregon, Washington, Colorado, Nuevo México y Arizona, se ampliaron.

En este año, a pesar de terminar recientemente el invierno y la actividad es poca, Sonora Mar y Mar ha visitado en estos primeros cinco meses del año varios estados de la Unión Americana, entre los que se destacan, Washington, Oregon, California, Colorado, Utha, Arizona y New México.

Además, se ha presentado en diversos casinos de la ciudad para fiestas especiales y en eventos cívicos, como en Stardust, Tropicana, Sams Town, Boulder Station y en los parques como Freedom y Lorenzi. Vale mencionar que todos los integrantes de Sonora Mar y Mar se encuentran en la parte final de los preparativos para entrar al estudio de grabación para realizar su cuarto disco, con el cual sorprenderán al público.

De hecho a finales de junio entran al estudio para dar vida a su nueva producción.

Sonora Mar y Mar está conformado por Dalinda Torres, en la dirección y voz principal; Jovahana Barajas, en la segunda voz; Sergio Gutiérrez, primera trompeta; Joaquín Jiménez, timbal; Pablo Linares, piano; Javier González, en congas; Lesther Chavarría, en el bajo y Chandler Yuskin, segunda trompeta.

Capoeira is an Afro-Brazilian Martial Art, encompassing music, dance, philosophy, culture, expression, acrobatics, ritual, folklore and more.

The origin of Capoeira (pronounced kah-poo-er-ah) began in Brazil. African slaves taken to Brazil brought with them their music, food, religion and all ways of being. Capoeira was developed to be a source of freedom from slavery, poverty, class domination, and sometimes from one's own body.

Capoeira is "played" on many different levels: there is a physical dialogue in which movements are questions and answers between two players.

In every place the group of Capoeristas sing the same songs. Axe Capoeira! (Aah-shay Kah-poo-er-ah, much spirit to you, Capoeira). In Brazilian schools and universities Capoeira is taught for physical education.

Like a family, Capoeira is a place for the acquisition of many life skills. Hundreds of kids in Brazil without real families have discovered their first supportive communities playing Capoeira in the streets.

Capoeristas move with agility, grace and intelligence, capable of fast, exact kicks and turns, or slow, playful acrobatics and traps. At first glance, is it a dance? Is it a fight? All over the globe, wearing white pants, playing drums and the berimbau, bodies fly and return to earth in the roda.

Dance, combat, acrobatics, song and percussion are all interwoven. The circle in which we play is the "roda" (pronounced ho-dah) and represents our Capoeira community.

Capoeira inspires self-discipline, teamwork, agility, balance, endurance and concentration. The Capoeira circle will accept anything you have to give if you honor the circle through your own expression; be open and flexible. We respect freedom of movement within a structure; we play competitively, respectfully and nonviolently.

Capoeira helps us find our inner strength...to do or to be anything. Capoeira is life.

Capoeira Mandinga warriors

CLASSES AT LAS VEGAS DANCE THEATER STUDIO

I-15 at Cheyenne

3248 Civic Center Dr.

Las Vegas, NV

(702) 245-2968

Mondays 7 - 9 pm

In San Diego, CA.Contact Paulo

paulobatuta@capoeirasd.com

In Las Vegas Contact Marc

macartrigh@hotmail.com


BALLET FOLKLORICO MEXICANO OLLIMPAXQUI

Artistic Director: Eduardo Gutiérrez

Company Profile

From the pre-Columbian rituals of the Aztecs, to the colorful music of the Bamba from Veracruz with its picturesque ribbon-tying ceremony, to the solemnity and drama of Sonora's Deer Dance, to the eloquent dancing of Nayarit and Michoacan, to the songs and traditions of the other distinctive regions of this exciting country, you will embark on a never-to-be-forgotten journey.

You will experience a joyful extravaganza that will thrill and delight you and provide cultural and educational insight into our increasingly important neighbor, Mexico.

History

Ollimpaxqui means Joyful Movement in Nahuatl, the language of the Aztecs. Ollimpaxqui was born in Mexico City, as Semblanzas de Mexico, and Mexico Maxico. They have performed in the National Auditorium and in the Palace of the Fine Arts in Mexico City. They came to the United States in 1985 and founded what is now known as Ollimpaxqui Ballet Company. The group generously share its knowledge of Latin-American Folklore through performing and teaching in schools, auditoriums, and recreation centers. They also train local artisans to make authentic costumes and provide free on-going training of future dancers and choreographers to develop professional levels.

Most of the dancers have performed with Amalia Hernandez Ballet Folklorico de Mexico in the Palace of Fine Arts in Mexico City. The group offers extensive educational programs and participates in over 200 performances per year.


LOHAN SCHOOL OF SHAOLIN"

The traditional Chinese Lion Dance and Shaolin Martial Arts

Welcome and thank you for visiting the Lohan School of Shaolin. The Lohan School of Shaolin, under the direction of founder Sifu, Steven Baugh (Rev. Chuan Seng Shakya), specializes in the traditional and spiritual forms of Northern Shaolin, Tai Chi Praying Mantis, Seven Star Praying Mantis, Eighteen Classical Weapons, Traditional Lion Dancing, Five Animals / Five Family forms of Southern Fist, Internal Chi Gung and Tai Chi Chu'an of the Yan and Chen families.

Come visit us, and find out why The Lohan School is recognized and supported by the Las Vegas China Town and starred as the LION DANCE TEAM in "Rush Hour II". We teach because we love the art and are responsible for carrying on the tradition of the great masters. We are looking for dedication to pass on this culture intact and unspoiled. The Lohan School of Shaolin encompasses the entire art of SHAOLIN.

SPECIAL APPEARANCE


VERONICA LOPEZ

Since a little girl Veronica has had the same vision, to be known as a bilingual international artist with a unique style and sound, and now with her first CD titled “Corazon de Oro” she is finally living her dream. Her style and voice have captivated a diverse audience across the U.S.

Veronica Lopez was honored to perform “America’s Glory”, “La Gloria de America” a original song she wrote as a tribute to her father, in Washington D.C. for the historical event “Immigrant Workers Freedom Ride”.

Her Cd “Corazon de Oro” includes many Latin style music, Look for her upcoming music video of “Mujeres Sexys” that is being launched on many network television stations.

For more info go to


FRIENDS OF INDIA

Divya Sara John: Divya Sara John is an Indian classical dancer since the age of 4and half years old. She has danced on 100s of occasions for several prestigious audience in and out of Nevada State. Her Kuchipudi performance has captured the admiration of all her audience. She is the only one Kuchipudi artist in Las Vegas who could dance rythmatically on a brass plate while balancing a pot of water on her head. She has won numerous compliments and awards for her performances.

FRIENDS OF INDIA is a registered non-profit cultural and social organisation of the Indian American community in Las Vegas.

It was founded in 1985. It organises various cultural events of India including tradition festivals such as Holi (Spring festival), Diwali (Festival of lights), Indian independance and republic days and other regional celebrations from India.

Diwali is the major event every year. Many talented members from the community present various cultural programmes during this festival. Since 9 years Friends of India members have been taking part in various community festivals of Las Vegas including international food festival, folk festival, asian pacific heritage, international parade and festival etc.

The current president of the organisation is Mr. Hitesh Chokshi and the president elect is Dr. Jaldeep Daulat.

Indian Classical Dance

Classical indian dance is the world's most ancient dance form. It is based on a book called Natya Sastra which is from 200 BC. Bharat Natyam and Kuchipudi are two major forms of Indian classical dance. It consists of 6 components such as rythm, poetry, melodious music, facial expression combined with exquisite body movements and enchanting foot work. Each dance potrays an event or a person or tells a story usually from the ancient Hindu scriptures.

FRIENDS OF INDIA is going to present few classical dances including a Kuchipudi dance and a fashion show for the 1st Annual International folk festival of Las Vegas.


BALLET FOLKLORICO DE MI TIERRA

En 1988 en la Ciudad de Chihuahua Chih. Nace el Ballet Folklórico De Mi Tierra en las instalaciones de la Asociación Cristiana de Jóvenes (Y.M.C.A) bajo la dirección del profesor Oscar Bustillos Domínguez, quien se distingue por sus grandes montajes llenos de creatividad así como sus investigaciones documentales que incluyen: Esplendor de la Cultura Maya, Semana Santa Tarahumara (Creel, Norogachic y Papagichic), Danzas y Leyendas Apaches así como Misterios y Verdades de Paquime.. Apartir del año 2000 el Ballet Folklórico De Mi Tierra reestructura su organización y trabaja de manera independiente para darle una proyección más profesional. A la fecha el Ballet esta integrado por un elenco de 40 bailarines y un equipo de producción para las áreas de vestuario, escenografía, utilería, publicidad , efectos especiales, audio, video, entre otros. Hoy en día el Ballet Folklórico De Mi Tierra cuenta con un extenso Programa que incluye Danzas y Bailes que abarcan todos los Estados y Regiones de la Republica Mexicana. Durante su trayectoria el Ballet ha sido participe de grandes giras por el interior de la Republica Mexicana, Estados Unidos y en 1999 hacen una gira por varios países Europeos como Francia, España, Portugal, Italia y Marruecos en el Continente Africano. En Noviembre del 2002 estrenan Mundialmente Apaches Espíritu en Libertad, basado en las tradiciones y danzas de la cultura Apache que habito en el estado de Chihuahua. El Ballet Folklórico De Mi Tierra Tiene como objetivo fomentar nuestras tradiciones, raíces y folklore. Con un toque personal, gracia y carisma en cada una de sus presentaciones el Ballet Folklórico De Mi Tierra orgullosamente se ha convertido en un digno representante y difusor de las riquezas culturales de nuestro país México


KOTOBUKI

Traditional Japanese Dancing

INTRODUCTION / OBJECTIVE OF PERFORMANCE

The Kotobuki Japanese Minbu dance group consists of ladies who are now retired and enjoy dancing as a hobby for audiences who have an interest in the Japanese culture. They have been performing at various events to introduce, to preserve and to treasure Japanese culture in a very professional way while wearing authentic Kimonos and Hakamac in Las Vegas.

Their Performance will include

TAIRYO UTAIKOMI: This folk song is from Miyagi prefecture in Sandai near beautiful Matsushima in northern Japan. This song is about the fishermen.

CHANCHIKI OKECA: This popular song comes from Sado on the Japan seaside in northern Japan. A man left home with his dream of making something out of his life. At the end of the day, as he drinks sake at a stall in the lonesome alley, he tearfully thinks about his girl and old mother he left behind. Dokyo

BUNE: A song about a fisherman's fighting spirit and long endurance at sea.

SHIN AIZU BANDAISAN: This folk dance has the background of stately Mt. Bandai in Fukushima prefecture, north of Tokyo.

KAGOCHIMA OHARABUS~I: This is a folk song representing Kagoshima at the tip of the mainland Japan. It is widely held that the original was a victory song sung among Yatsusa warriors in Miyasaki prefecture dating back to 1609.

Fresno, CA.

Teocalli was founded Jan. 10, 1995 by Julio Bustos (Director), who had longed to spread Mexican Folklórico Dances in a professional setting. Today, thanks to him, many students of all ages continue their Folklórico dancing!

Teocalli

Teocalli was founded on January 20, 1995. Teocalli was founded by the director and former students of Anahuac De Fresno City College who wanted to continue to nurture their passion for Mexican dance in a more professional setting.

Although a relatively young group, Teocalli has had a very productive first seven years.

• Teocalli was selected to participate in the San Francisco ethnic dance festival twice: in 1996 and again in 1998 & 2002.

In 1996 Teocalli participated in a cultural tour that took them to Mexican states of Chihuahua, Durango, Zacatecas, Aguascalientes, Jalisco and México City.

Teocalli has also been host in numerous occacions to professional folklórico groups traveling in the U.S. In 1996 Teocalli obtained second place in the first and last folklórico contest during "La feria mexicana de San José".

Teocalli has participated in seven "Danzantes Unidos Festivals" and during the 2000-2001 festival. Teocalli was co-host of the festival in Fresno.

Teocalli has been invited to participate in the annual "Navidad, Fe Y Fiesta" show that Arte-America organizes in Fresno since 1995.

• Teocalli is also the sponsor of the School for youth that teaches folklórico dance to students of all ages and levels.


DESCARGA RUMBERA

Descarga Rumbera Dance Company was founded by Antonio Rico, and Gustavo Rico in January of 2001 with the purpose of not only exposing its members to the different communities, culture and heritage through dance, but also to build a positive body image and self esteem. To increase strength, flexibility and agility, to encourage socialization amongst our own selves in a positive and co-ed environment, and to develop a deep appreciation of one's culture. Based out of Las Vegas, Nevada, Descarga Rumbera Dance Company specialize in grooving to the hot Latin/Caribbean sounds of Salsa, Merengue, and Cha-Cha, to name a few. They perform these dances with a style all of their own, use them to express themselves, and show their dancing abilities. The performance group is composed of energetic members from different ethnic backgrounds. To join the team not only do the members have to exhibit the moves and energy required to be part of this team, but they also have to provide a positive, and respectful behavior towards society.

The group has performed at various events throughout Las Vegas Valley such as “Christmas Party” at The Gold Coast Hotel and Casino, The “Toy Caravan” event at the Lady Luck Pavilion, as Siegfried & Roy’s dancers, talent show at West Side Academy Dance Studio, “Christmas Party” at the Mirage Hotel and Casino, and many, many different events throughout the various casinos on the strip as well as different Festivals, and Parades for the community to name a few.

Descarga Rumbera Dance Company has also performed for the past 3 years at the Annual West Coast Salsa Congress in Los Angeles California, and once again, they will be representing Las Vegas, Nevada at said event in May of 2004 in front of more than 2,000 people.

Our Mission

Descarga Rumbera Dance Company is committed to enhancing all the communities it touches by instilling a sense of pride and unity for not only one's neighborhood, but for all people as a whole. We express this through our dance and through our own personal lifestyles. Through hard work and commitment to each other as a team, we hope to express a deeper ideal of perseverance and self-worth for our future generations. Our goals are:

 Enhancing Awareness of Latin Culture through Salsa Dance

 Creating Unity of community through dance

 Instilling positive self image

 Acting as positive role models for future generations

 Creating a stronger sense of pride for one's self, one's community and one's heritage.



HAKA TOA

&

"WHALERIDERS"


New Zealand /Las Vegas, USA

702-274-5038


HAKA TOA

&

"The Dance of Courage"


The Ancient Maori Warrior’s from the land of the long white cloud, armed with the sacred weapon know as the taiaha and versed in the art of defiance Would demonstrate their courage and strength in the sacred challenge


“The Wero”

&


Challenge all at the calling of the gates To welcome or to war


Whaleriders”

&


Whaleriders consists mostly of Polynesian performers from the various pacific islands. Whaleriders performs contemporary Maori music in a reggae flavor.

Lead by Grammy Nominee Dane Ngahuka (Maori) from New Zealand, this band includes the big sound of the Hawaiian Horns and the slamming bass lines of Dave Tufili (Samoan) and all held together on the drums by Rick Powel of New Zealand

Performing songs that you will recognize and then some songs you may not, Whaleriders is sure to have you dancing in the streets.


UTAH HISPANIC DANCE ALLIANCE (UHDA)

Utah Hispanic Dance Alliance (UHDA) is unique in that it showcases the best of Latin American folkdance and culture. Not only will the audience experience the sounds and flavors of Mexico in the performances, but also witness the traditions of Bolivia, Chile, Puerto Rico, and many other Latin American Countries. Colorful costumes, vibrant music, and especially, our native performers, all serve to produce a truly authentic cultural experience.

The Alliance was formed by dancers from throughout Latin America who reside in Utah who sought to strengthen, preserve, and promote Hispanic folkdance by contributing the best of their individual countries to create a Latin American spectacular. The year 2002 marked a turning point for the Alliance as its unique repertoire gained international recognition as evidenced by it first European dance tour. This tour took the UHDA to Norway, Belgium, The Netherlands, Germany, and England. We look forward to bringing our unique show to your community.

We are pleased to announce that the UHDA has again been selected to participate in the 2003-2004 Utah Arts Council's Performing Arts Tour. As a presenter, grant money may be available for your organization to bring the UHDA to your community. For more information contact the Community/State Partnership Office at (801)236-7555 or visit their website at http://www.arts.utah.gov//csp.



BALLET FOLKLORICO MEXICA

Tucson, Arizona

For painter and dancer Angel Hernandez, preserving the traditions of village folk dances and popular folk art from his native Mexico was a primary concern. For Mercedes Guerrero, continuing Hernandez’s work is an essential task. And thus, the INSTITUTO DE FOLKLORE MEXICANO and the BALLET FOLKLORICO MEXICA “Angel Hernandez exist to “preserve and disseminate Mexican folklore to the people of Tucson, Arizona, and elsewhere and to involve the community directly with that folklore through education and performance.”

The Ballet Folklorico Mexica “Angel Hernandez” was founded 33 years ago by Angel Hernandez through the bilingual programs of Pima Community College (El grupo Folklorico de Pima College) and Tucson Unified School District (el folklorico infantile de Tucson.) Through its festive performances it has been imparting the joyfulness of Mexican Folklore throughout Arizona, the U.S.A. and other countries. It is recognized for the precision of its dances, the excellence of its presentations and in the colorful atmosphere that transports us to the regions of the dances.

Today, the Instituto de Folklore Mexica and the Ballet Folklorico Mexica “Angel Hernandez” continue to work closely with Pima College. Some classes at the Instituto are offered through Pima College and carry Pima College credit. The Artistic Director of the Insituto, Ambrosio Hernandez, is a folklorist from Hidalgo, Mexico. Some of the Instituto teachers were trained by Angel Hernandez and Ambrosio continues to train them and other teachers. Their training is furthered enhanced through master guest artists from Mexico, such as Rafael Zamarripa from Jalisco, Moises Hernandez from Hidalgo, Miguel Velez from Veracruz, among others. Our current Artistic Director, Ambrosio Hernandez, is member and the Arizona Delegate of the National Association of Teachers of Mexican Popular Dance (ANMDPM), one of the most prestigious associations of folklorists in Mexico.

This magnificent group has been a major force in the Mexican Folklore enthusiasm that has swept the city of Tucson for 33 years and has transformed the city into a “Folklorico Tucson.” The Ballet Folklorico Mexica and its forerunners, the grupo Folklorico de Pima College and the Folklorico Infantil de Tucson have served as models for other groups in Tucson and Arizona. Through the Arizona Commission of the Artz, the members and teachers of the Ballet Folklorico Mexica serve as consultants for the various school districts in Arizona.



WICKED MOVEMENT


Bringing diversity together one Wicked Movement at a time, we are a group of close friends that have been dancing together for more then 3 years. Founder Joey Trinidad, was asked to perform for a fantastic benefit to raise funds for AIDS research, Golden Rainbow. Finding dedicated individuals to help him in this endeavor meant only asking the very people he’d known, and danced with for years. The response was overwhelming. An initial core of nine dancers came together, spending numerous hours away from their family and loved ones to create a visual extravaganza that brought down the house. Wicked Movement was born.

The response from the Las Vegas community to Wicked Movements performance at the show was overwhelmingly positive. Suddenly we were asked to perform at various local events including Miss Gay Las Vegas, NCOD Street Festival, the Fright Dome at Circus Circus Grand Slam Canyon, and at half-time for one of our very own UNLV Running Rebels basketball games.

As our name and art became more and more recognized around the Vegas Valley, we were bombarded with request of other dancers who wanted to be a part of something so obviously fun and rewarding. We are now over fifteen dancers strong and still growing.

Although dancing at various events is great fun, we have decided to accelerate Wicked Movement to a higher level, by making ourselves more community service oriented. We believe that there is a need in our city and nation wide, for young adults like ourselves, to get involved in the many plights that our peers are faced with today. We have chosen to focus on youth related issues such as smoking, education, drugs, teen pregnancies and family communication as our platform. Through music, dance and being good role models, we aim to educate and encourage our peers to choose healthier lifestyles. We are coordinating with various local organizations such as the Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation, Clark County School District and Las Vegas’s Department of Arts and Culture, to help further our mission.

Wicked Movement is made up of dancers from places like Mexico, Brazil, South Africa, the Philippines, Puerto Rico and our very own United States. We feel we are the perfect example of how a diverse group of individuals can unite together to work toward a common goal. In a world filled with so much dissension and anger, we feel that we can be that ray of light that promotes tolerance and mutual respect not just in Las Vegas, but also across the world. Moreover, we will accomplish this mission while having Wicked fun.

Go to LV INTERNATIONAL FOLK FEST 's Photo Gallery 2004

VICTOR MANUEL RODRIGUEZ

VICTOR MANUEL "EL FLOREADOR"



Victor Manuel Rodriguez nacio en Villa de Alvarez Colima, Mexico. Se inicio en la charreria en 1989 en la Asociacion de Charros Camino Real de Colima, y ha pertenecido a las asociaciones de charros mas destacadas como: Arrieros de Colima, San Rafael de Cuahutemoc y en La Herrarura en donde funge actualmente como vicepresidente. La destreza y talento de Victor Manuel lo ha llevado ha presentarse en diferentes lugares como en 1998 en Okanagan College en Kelowna Canada, en Mexico y Los estados unidos.



Danielle Usiak


Called by various reviewers as "the little girl with the big voice" and a "singing prodigy", Danielle Usiak has been wowing crowds from Las Vegas to New York.


Whether at professional sporting events, on national television shows, or at the famous Apollo Theater, all who see her perform are amazed by the beautiful and booming sounds that come from this twelve-year-old entertainer. It's hard to believe that such music can emanate from someone so young. It's no easier to believe when you learn that Danielle has been singing with perfect pitch since she was just three years old. You won't want to miss this multitalented performer. Hear her voice just once and you'll understand why music fans the world over are falling in love with little Danielle.


"MATACHINES DE JUAREZ"

Danza del Carrizo



"TESOROS DE MEXICO"

Directora: Silvia Orozco


Tesoros De Mexico is an organization founded in 1998 with one purpose, to provide knowledge. To teach the kids about our Mexican culture and tradition. for six years the group has taken Mexican folklore to many places of Southern California and other states. Winners of the USA National Foklorico Competitions as well, Tesoros de Mexico has given a good name of responsability and splendor.

Tesoros de Mexico es una organisacion fundada en 1998 con solo una proposicion, ensenarle a los ninos de la cultura y tradicion Mexicana. En seis anos el grupo a llevado el Folklor Mexicano a muchos lugares de California y otros estados. Ganadores de la Competensia USA National Foklorico, Tesoros de Mexico le ha dado al folklor esplendor.


"Ballet Folklorico Alma De Mexico"

Director: Nino Carrillo


“ Bailes Del Alma ”

Ballet: A theatrical work incorporating body positions, dancing, music, and scenery to convey a thematic atmosphere. (Baile) is a festivity where many people gather to dance. Folklorico: The traditional beliefs, legends, and customs of people. Alma: (Soul) an immortal spiritual substance that informs the human body and with it forms man's essence. Mexico: A country rich in traditions and culture.

The Ballet Folklorico Alma De Mexico Dance Company was founded by Mahdi Najmi, (Nino Carrillo), a Mexican choreographer now residing in Oxnard. Its first practice was on January 2, l989. Since then, the company has contributed in a very positive way to the union of our community, expanding Mexican culture through the colorful and vibrant dances that develop dramatically through each presentation.

This year we have become a statewide dance company, we meet once a month in different cities in California. We are comprised of over 60 members, (from Sacramento to San Diego) plus technical staff and musicians. We work very closely with a musical ensemble that accompanies us in major performances. Presently we have over $60,000 in costumes, designed and elaborated by Nino Carrillo in the most authentic form known today. Seeing the beautiful costuming we have is worth any price you pay to see us. We bring at least three top folklorico instructors from the various regions of Mexico yearly to teach the group new dances. This helps us maintain a higher degree of authenticity, since the instructors give there very best to present their native states in the most authentic form.

Alma Mexico has performed throughout California from Sacramento to San Diego at all major cities and mayor Attraction Parks. We hold an annual concert Navidad En Mexico at The Loberero Theatre, Mexican Independence Day at the Oxnard Civic Auditorium co sponsor by the Mexican Consulate. Danzantes Unidos festival that is hold in different cities every year. In the past we have Participated in numerous programs including: 1999 Los Angeles -Univision and Television Azteca Mexican Independence day Celebration. and half-time show for 1997 Mexican Independence Day Celebration during Galaxy Team game at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena; 1986 Inner City Olympics in Los Angeles, at the invitation of Arnold Schwarzenegger; community programs televised by stations in Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, Oxnard, Ventura and San Luis Obispo; and charitable and educational community events.

In ancient Mexico dance was the accompaniment of the festivities in ritual acts to honor, adore, and entertain the gods. Now we can enjoy prehispanic dance and other regional dances that reflect the tradition enforced mainly by the Spanish missionaries. These represent struggle, persecution, and animal behavior. They represent numerous situations of daily life as well as extraordinary events. Hundreds of years of history and tradition have been dearly kept and we now present them to you, as Bailes Del Alma.

We have chosen “Bailes del Alma” because “el Alma” (the soul) is the essence that awakens within us. When we learn who we are, we discover those values that have been transmitted through the years in our rich traditions, not only in folklorico dance, but also in our folklore in general. The richness of our people, and our ancestors, once learned be on to others It is not something to keep but to be shared with everyone around us in our community. Everywhere we go it goes with us. We cannot separate ourselves from our souls. When you learn who you are, you can not separate the essence of your be in. You learn to take responsibility and at least be a better you.

Nino Carrillo (805) 485-0715

Georgina Rodriquez (805) 568-2429



"ANGELA"


Angela Palmeri-Davis began her dance and gymnastics discipline at the age of four; she completed her first successful year of gymnastics at age nine, ending the season a gold medalist and winning the title of the “1986 Nevada State Gymnastic Champion”.

In her early teens she began exploring ethnic dance including dances of the Middle East, West Africa, and the Polynesian Islands. Angela’s passion for cultural dance eventually led her to study abroad in the countries of their origin, as well as study with some of the top artists of Egypt and Lebanon such as: Mona Said, Nagwa Fouad, Amany, Farida Fahmy, Mahmoud Reda, and Yousry Sharif. In addition to being a devoted student, Angela is an equally dedicated performer, choreographer and teacher. She has newly formed her own Middle Eastern performance group, “Habaybi Dance Ensemble” recently participating in the 2003 Dance in the Desert Festival. Angela’s goal with “Habaybi Dance Ensemble”, is to present Middle Eastern Dance to the community as an art form which deserves the same recognition as other dance forms. Angela’s Middle Eastern choreography has been performed throughout Las Vegas’ top hotel/casinos including Caesars Palace, Aladdin, and dessert Passage. Her performance has been enjoyed throughout the United Arabic Emirates, Egypt, West Africa Japan, Hawaii, California, and Las Vegas. In September of 2004, she’ll continue teaching Middle Eastern Dance and history at CCSN.



"Ballet Folklorico Mixteco"

Director: Julio Flores


East Los Angeles

Ballet Folklorico Mixteco is a community dance group founded in 1988 by Mr. Julio C. Flores. The group started with only six talented young girls and today, the dance group consist of 68 dancers. Ballet Folklorico Mixteco dance group is aimed at training youngsters in traditional Mexican folk dances and culture . Through the years we have instructed over 300 kids and young adults and with each passing year we increase our enrollment . Children of all ages have found that, through dance, they have learned the value of hard work, dedication, and most important- tly, self worth .

The group has participated with in the East Los Angeles community and its surrounding areas and cities . The group has performed in many events such as La Feria de Los Ninos at Hollenbeck Park, Disneyland , for the Community Arts Showcase, 16 of September Parades, convalescent homes, Olvera Street, Pomona Fair and many Health Fairs done by the recreational parks . Ballet Folklorico Mixteco has traveled to many different parts of California such as ; San Francisco, Sacramento, Fresno, Bakersfield, San Diego, and many more.

These children and young adults have worked very hard to obtained first and second place at the The Ballet Folklorico de Mexico de Amalia Hernandez competition .

The Ballet Folklorico Mixteco was honored by Richard Alatorre and Gloria Molina in 1990 while participating at la Feria de Los Ninos .

"BALLET FOLKLORICO QUETZALES

El Paso /TX"

Under the direction of Jaime Carrasco


Ballet Folklorico Quetzales, originally founded in 1989 by a small group of talented dancers, continuously strives towards its primary goal of portraying Mexican traditions through dance.

Since its inception, Jaime Carrasco, a talented artistic director and choreographer, has led the company to its current and highly reputable status. Under his invaluable instruction, Quetzales characterizes traditional Mexican dances through a unique and creative blend of authentic intricate steps and mixed choreographies

Based in El Paso, TX, Ballet Folklorico Quetzales is in its 15th year of providing cultural entertainment and education to the local community as well as communities around the world.

Since its inception in 1989, a talented artistic director and choreographer, Jaime Carrasco, has led the company to its current and highly reputable status. Combining our gifted director’s efforts along with the talents of our many dancers, Quetzales has built a solid foundation that, throughout the years, has allowed for growth from a four couple troupe to a 46-member dance company. Throughout the year, Ballet Folklórico Quetzales performs at numerous events in the El Paso area. We have also had several yearly special appearances in the neighboring states of New Mexico and Colorado. Additionally, Quetzales has had the opportunity and privilege of enchanting audiences all over the world (Portugal, Germany, Iceland, Italy, Israel, Spain, Turkey, Greece, Egypt, and Jordan) with its expressive interpretation and intricate choreographies. Our first overseas success, and the impetus for our worldwide experiences, was the participation at the Carnaval du Roy de I’Europe, in Nice, France during March of 1993.

Our Director - Jaime Carrasco

His extensive experience includes artistic director of El Ballet Folklorico Universitario of the U.A.C.J (Univesidad Autonoma de Ciudad Juarez), one of the founders of La Compañia de Danza de la Universidad Autónoma de Ciudad Juárez, and choreographer for the internationally renowned summer production, “Viva! El Paso”.

Performances

Quetzales has been entertaining audiences in El Paso, Cd. Juarez, and throughout the world. Our first taste of international travel came in 1993 when we visited Nice, France.

http://folkloricoquetzales.com

"TSIK"



"Fiesta Mexicana Dance Company"

Under the direction of Master Choreographer

Daniel Martinez


Fiesta Mexicana Dance Company is a non-profit 501 (C)(3) organization in Glendale, AZ which serves both Glendale and the greater Phoenix area. Our mission is to preserve cultural heritage and help youths by providing programs that build self-esteem and social development which creating a sense of belonging.

We strive to meet the following goals:

• Use the performing arts to teach the values of self-discipline, self esteem, and responsibility.

• Give youths a positive means of self-expression.

• Prevent substance abuse by empowering and educating at-risk youths.

• Provide youths an alternative to streets.

• Improve educational performance of at-risk youths.

• Instill a sense of cultural pride and the importance of family and community.

Fiesta Mexicana Dance Company was formed by Daniel Martinez in 1996 as an after school program for youths of all ages to preserve and promote Mexican dance traditions, ranging from pre-Hispanic to modern. Daniel Martinez founded the group, directs and choreographs the dancers and serves as the Recreation Program Specialist. Martinez draws from 30 years of teaching and professional experiences including with Ballet Folklocio de Mexico, one of the great dance companies of the world, and one of the most important cultural institutions of Latin America. He studied with such world-re-owned artists as Rafeal Zamarripa, Sylvia Lozano, Tizoc Fuentes, Amalia Hernandez, and Gabriel Loyo.

Our dance company brings the dances of Mexico to audiences throughout the Southwest. In the tradition of the Ballet, volunteers and groups members create their own sets, costumes and props. Past performances include varies festivals through Arizona and out of state, such as Magic Music days in Disneyland, Olvera Street in Los Angles, Marachi Festivals in New Mexico and Las Vegas. We have performed with artists such as Vicki Carr, Jose Feliciano, Paul Rodriguez, Marachi Cobre, Marachi Vargas de Tecatitlian and many more. The following is a list of dances Fiesta Mexicana has performed.

Fiesta in VeraCruz Tampulipas Concheros Guerrero Fiesta en Jalisco Michoacan Fiesta Rock Swing Hop-Hip Cumbia Merenge Country Norte Chiapas

Fiesta Mexicana Dance Company

8561 N. 61st Ave,

Glendale , AZ 85302,

Tel:623-937-6623,

E:mail palomaruiz2001@yahoo.com

or

fiestamexicana61@msn.com


"MI TIERRA NICARAGUA"

Las Vegas, USA

President: Jamil Cubillo

El grupo folklٕórico Mi tierra Nicaragua, surge de la necesidad de Projectar. La Cultura Nicaraguense en el Valle de las Vegas a finales del 2002.

Erika Ramirez , actualmente profesora y fundadora del Grupo de danza folklorica. desde 5 años de edad incursionó en diferentes Ballets Folkloricos Nicaraguense , Proyectando la Cultura Nicaraguenses a lo largo y ancho de nuestra pequena nación

De manos de autoridades Nicaraguenses , el grupo de danza ha recibido reconocimiento como el trofeo al mejor exponente de nuestra cultura en el Valle de las Vegas. Hoy en día el espírito juvenil y jovial de sus intengrantes acompañados del colorido de sus trajes típicos adornan el sentir de la pequena nación nicaragua, representados por estos jovenes talentosos.


"SORAYA"

Las Vegas, USA



"AMERICAN FLAMENCO THEATER"

Las Vegas, USA

President: Michele Gibbons


President: Michele Gibbons is the founder/artistic director of American Flamenco Theater. She has created & presented over eight major productions at Winchester Community Center as well as other venues in Las Vegas and California.

Presidente: Michele Gibbons es la fundadora/directora artistica de American Flamenco Theater. Ella a producido y a presentado mas de ocho produciones mayores en Winchester Community Center y en otros lugares en Las Vegas y California.

American Flamenco Theater consists of three dancers: Evette "Evita" Aviles, Ramona Esparza and Chelita Lopez. Each dancer brings over 25 dance experience in Flamenco, Foklorico and Middle Eastern Dance and have studied locally and aborad.

American Flamenco Theater contiene tres bailarinas: Evette "Evita" Aviles, Ramona Esparza y Chelita Lopez. Cada bailaora tiene mas de 25 anos de experiencia en Flamenco, Foklorico y danza Arabe y han estudiado local y en el extranjero.

"Huntington Park Ballet Folklorico"

Artistic Director: Javier Topete


El Ballet Folklórico de Huntington Park es formado por 15 niñas entre las edades de 9 a 15 años. A pesar de que es un grupo recién formado, sus bailarinas están tomando muy enserio sus clases y sus diversas presentaciones. Es por eso que han alcanzado un nivel profesional dentro del Folklore Mexicano. Ellas están siendo dirigidas por el Maestro Javier Topete quien tiene 10 años de experiencia tanto como bailarín e y instructor del Folklore Mexicano. Los Padres de familia tienen también un papel muy importante dentro de la administración y dirección del grupo, motivando a las niñas hacer cada día mejor y trabajar por un grupo sobresaliente.

Recientemente en Abril 2004 el Ballet Folklórico de Huntington Park se presento con mucho éxito en la ciudad de Fresno, CA. Ganándose la admiración y respeto de muchos otros grupos Folklóricos que estuvieron presentes.

The Folkloric Ballet of Huntington Park is formed by 15 girls between the ages of 9 to 15 years. Although it is a group that was recently formed, the dancers are taking their classes very serious and their various presentations. This is why they have reached a professional level within the Mexican Folklore. They are directed by the Instructor, Javier Topete whom has 10 years of experience as a dancer and or instructor. The Parents also play a very important role within the administration and direction of the group, motivating their children to be better every day so that the group sustains among the best.

Recently in April 2004 the Folkloric Ballet of Huntington Park participated in a convention in the City of Fresno, CA. With a very successful outcome, they gain the admiration and respect of many other Folkloric groups that were present. We have been recognized within the City of Huntington Park as a group that works with the community to inspire youth to learn and contribute to the preservation of Mexican Culture and Art. Our goal is to ensure that children and teenagers have an opportunity to explore their talents in a safe and productive environment.


"Ballet Folklorico Orgullo Mestizo"

Director: Samuel Gonzalez


Fontana / CA

Ballet Folklorico Orgullo Mestizo, was founded on April 21, 1998. The project started as a small group, with the vision of making it a large and prestigious Dance Company. The project was started under the direction of three very talented and devoted directors: Samuel Gonzalez, Isabel Diaz, and one that has left the group. As time went by, the company started growing and has made it as one of the highlights of the city of Fontana. The company has had many performances including the Mariachi Festival in Rialto in 1998.

Orgullo Mestizo was also one of the highlights at the International Festival in Fontana in 1998, 1999, and 2001. Also one of the events that Orgullo Mestizo has participated in our city is the Fontana Days parade 1998 and 1999 not forgetting some of the town hall meetings for the elected officers in the cities of Fontana, Rialto, and San Bernardino. FABE is also one of many events that the company has participated in 1999 and 2000.

In the month of December of the year 2000, Ballet Folklorico Orgullo Mestizo was honored to recieve the key to the city of entertainment Las Vegas Nevada. Together with Ballet Folklorico Tepuchcalli from Las Vegas Nevada they conducted a Concert at the well know theater the C2K at the Venetian, Hotel and Casino. The year 2001 was a great year Orgullo Mestizo had the opportunity to compete in the National Folklorico Competition in Santa Ana California, bringing home 3 First places and 2 second places. And In 2002 Ballet Folklorico Orgullo Mestizo represented Mexico in the national convention “Asociacion Nacional De Grupos Folkloricos” ANGF. Another competition took place in the city of Fontana Ca. And once again Orgullo Mestizo entered six categories and won all six of them with 4 first places and two second places. In July 2002 Ballet Folklorico Orgullo Mestizo Made a trademark in history receiving a proclamation from the state of Nevada making July 26th 2002 the official day of orgullo mestizo in Las Vegas Nevada. In 2003 Orgullo Mestizo participated in the Mriachi festival of the antelope Valley, In 2004 the ballet entered the Mac mariachi competitions, winning First place in our Venue and made it to the finals winning first place in the finals. and participated in the world known Fiesta Broadway 2004 in Los Angeles Ca. At this time Ogullo Mestizo’s director teach three classes in the city of Fontana Ca ant the Jessie turner community center. And has over 70 students that are part of this beautiful Ballet, and that are ready to learn about our beautiful Mexico every year Ballet Folklorico Orgullo Mestizo conducts a concert to display the beautiful work and artistic showcase and brings back to life dances from all over Mexico. Artistic Director Samuel Gonzalez is honored to show his work and his main idea is to entertain thousands of people with his beautiful pieces of work.


"ANGEL FRANCISCO"

“EL JEFE”


4905 Currie Drive

Las Vegas, Nevada 89110

Tel: (702) 523-0379

ANGEL FRANCISCO “EL JEFE”

Born in San Juan, Puerto Rico and a resident of Las Vegas, Nevada for over ten years. He has been and continues to write and sing his own music for over 15 years, which includes a variety of Latin styles that includes Salsa, Merengue , Hip-Hop in Spanish and Reggeatton. He has a deep respect for all other various artists but continues to strive to write and sing and promote his original music. His motivation, desire and mainly his talent is what impels him to enter the music world, which he knows is not an easy task.

Angel Francisco has had the wonderful opportunity and pleasure to record in Puerto Rico his most recent recording “Original Salsa” with the aid of his friend and musical director Carlos “Cuto” Soto. All the songs are written for the benefit of all music lovers.

“El Jefe” a name with which Angel Francisco is identified in the music world, uses it like a metaphor to remind himself that he is the owner of his life, his actions, his dreams. Finally, what allows him to prevail is his persona and his great love of music.

Nacido en San Juan, Puerto Rico y residente de Las Vegas, Nevada desde hace mas de dies anos. Es un canta Autor de varios generos de musica Latina, tales como Salsa, Merengue, Hip Hop en espanol, y Reggeaton. LLeva escribiendo y cantando sus propias canciones por mas de 15 anos y a pesar de tener un gran respeto por otros artistas nunca trataria de interpretar canciones de otros escritores

Sus canciones son Originales y su motivacion, deseo y sobre todo su talento es lo que lo Inpulsa a entrar en el mundo de la musica, el cual el sabe que no es nada facil.

Angel Francisco tuvo la oportunidad de grabar en Puerto Rico su mas reciente grabacion “Original Salsa”, con la gran ayuda de su amigo y director musical Carlos “Cuto” Soto, arreglista puertoriqueno que a trabajado con artistas internacionales como Jerry Rivera, Frankie Ruiz, Tommy Olivencia…

Angel Francisco presenta en su nueva producion “Original Salsa”, algo distinto y diferente y sobre todo Original que es lo que esta haciendo falta. Todos los temas son escritos con el publico Latino en mente y son temas que se pueden disfrutar escuchando con toda la familia.

“El Jefe” un nombre con el cual Angel Francisco se Identifica en el mundo artistico. Lo usa como una metafora para recordarce que el es el dueno de su vida y de sus acciones y que al final de cuentas dependera de su persona si triunfa o fracasa en las metas que el se auto inponga.


"FIESTA FLAMENCA"

Director: CORAL CINTRON


Fiesta Flamenca is a non-profit organization which was formed in 1997 by Coral Citron, the artistic director and main choreographer for the group, and several professional dancers in Las Vegas, in order to bring authentic, traditional flamenco dance to the Las Vegas community. Fiesta Flamenca has performed at the Flamingo Hilton, Kitchen Café, North Beach Café and Bohemias. The troupe has had two very successful shows the Summerlin Library Theater. Also, the group received a grant from the Nevada Arts Council and The National Endowment of the Arts for a performance of classical Spanish dance and flamenco at the Nicholas Horn Theater at the Community College of Southern Nevada on January 10, 2004. In addition, Fiesta Flamenca continues to perform in Las Vegas restaurants and theaters, including dancing with the Gypsy Kings at the Hard Rock Hotel in August 2003. They will also be performing at the Starbright Theater at Sun City Summerlin on August 13 of this year with guest artist, renowned dancer and choreographer, Antonio Vargas. In addition, Fiesta Flamenca dances for school children at school festivals and fairs, such as the Day of the Children for the Mirabelli Center, Meadows Middle School, Halle Hewetson and Oran Gragson Elementary Schools and the Clark County Library District. Fiesta Flamenca is an ensemble of 8 dancers, a singer, and a guitarist. The dancers are Coral Citron, Macarena Soriano, Rhochel Medina, Cristina Sandoval, Angelica Felix, Sonia Santamaría, Nuria Sanchez and Andrea Perea. Male dancer, Dan Batchelder also performs with Fiesta Flamenca. The singer is Santa Holguin and the guitarist is R.J. Fox. Each member brings their own special qualities and talents to the group. Fiesta Flamenca has had guest artists of the quality of Vanessa Alvarado, Inesita and Antonio Vargas and hopes to continue to bring flamenco artists from Spain in the future for both master workshops and performances


"LUCRECIA TOORA"


"JESS GARTAP


The trajectory of this great talent Jess Gartap started since he was just a little boy but his professionals beginnings were when he was 15 years old he was the host of a very important show of Mexico; he has been in many different talent shows as a song-writer winning the first places and showing his talent in Mexico; he is a great dancer and he has shown his talent making many choreographies for especial events.

This young guy no only sing and dance he as well is a great model and he likes to acts that’s the reason he has been in many musicals as been he the first actor.

This future star studied the music career for only 3 semesters in Sonora and he took acting lessons, singing lessons and guitars lessons and he loves the piano too. And after all that he was one of the finalists in “El Idolo de Las Vegas” a talent shows for local people and he has represented his school “Desert Rose High School” many times.

His most biggest dream is to be famous so he can sings his songs and his music to all the people and to get a very important place in the artistic world.

- Estudio la carrera de Licenciatura en Artes, especialidad en Música, opción Canto (por 3 semestres, pronto la continuara para terminar) en la UNIVERSIDAD DE SONORA.

- Estudio las materias de: vocalizacion, canto, solfeo, armonía, ensambles, dicción y fonética, aspectos técnicos del canto, italiano, ingles, historia de la música, piano, guitarra clásica, actuación y danza entre otras clases.

EXPERIENCIA ARTISTICA:

CANTO:

- (1998) Concurso Estatal Musical de la Juventud, quedo entre los primeros 5 lugares de COMPOSITOR con la canción “Te sueño” y “Sentimientos que no tienen fin”.

- (1999) Taller de canto en la “Casa de la Cultura de Sonora”.

- (2000) Curso en la Universidad “G. Martell” de la CD. De México (canto, armonía, solfeo, ensambles y guitarra clásica).

- (2000) Integrante de un grupo vocal 5-ntrol (cincontrol) en la CD. De México. Presentaciones con este grupo en Pabellón Polanco en el homenaje a “Chespirito” en el Estadio Azteca y diversos Parques y sitios de la CD. De México.

- (2001) Participante del Coro de Cámara en la Lic. En Canto (opera) de “Carina Burana).

- (2002) Participo en un valioso concierto de música clásica de la Universidad de Sonora, interpretando las melodías “Nel Corpiu Non Mi Sento” y “O chesatte di piagarmi”.

- (2002) Trabajo en el CAFE68, presentando su repertorio.

- Diferentes presentaciones como canta-autor en televisoras locales de la CD. De Hermosillo, Sonora. - (2004) Participo en el concurso de “BUSCANDO UNA ESTRELLA, EL IDOLO DE LAS VEGAS” quedando como uno de los finalistas.

- (2004) Invitado especial a la escuela “DESERT ROSE HIGH SCHOOL”, donde le otorgaron un diploma por representar a su escuela.

ACTUACION:

- (1999) Actor protagónico en “Retablo en tiempo presente” dirigida por Xicontencatl Gutiérrez, así como también en la obra “Blanco y Negro”, ambas ganadoras del primer concurso estatal de teatro.

- (1999) Participo en la obra de teatro musical “FAMA” actor principal, realizada en el “Auditorio Cívico del Estado”.

- (2001) Actor protagónico de la obra musical “ALADINO”, presentado en el Teatro Regional de Sonora y en el Auditorio Cívico del Estado. - Taller de actuación en la “Casa de la Cultura del estado de Sonora”.

BAILE:

- (1999) Curso de baile en la obra “Fama” - (2000) Curso de baile en el grupo 5-ntrol (cincontrol) en la CD. De México - (2000) Participo como creador de la coreografía de baile del grupo OV8, representando los bailes en diferentes grupos juveniles, a beneficio de la iglesia y también en el TEC de Monterrey.

- (2001) Creador de la coreografía de baile (rap), para la presentación de la Agencia de Modelos de Héctor Alegría en NEO.

- (2002) Maestro de baile en el “Raquet Club”.

- Participo en la academia de “Ballet Clásico de Hermosillo”, presentándose en el Auditorio Cívico, representando “Todo el mundo, una raza”.

OTROS:

- (1998-1999) Programa para adolescentes “EXTRA MÚSICA”, en el canal de TELEMAX; puesto: Conductor Titular.

- (2000) Curso de modelaje en el “CUE ARTISTICO” y en la academia de actuación de Tony Breton en la CD. México, afiliado a la asociación de actores.

- (2000) Participo como modelo en la agencia de Héctor Alegría. Presentándose en varios lugares de la CD. De Hermosillo, como en la disco NEO y Plaza Satélite.

- (2000) Participo como modelo, cantando sus composiciones e interpreto una coreografía de baile con el grupo de modelaje, presentándose en la “Plaza de las Estrellas” en México.

- Curso de Kick-Boxing profesional y otras artes marciales como Kung-Fu.

- Aficionado al patinaje en línea con excelente nivel. - Animador de espectáculos, conciertos (diversos) en Hermosillo, Sonora.

- Animador de eventos sociales en la empresa de entretenimiento Música´s

Mis pasatiempos favoritos son: leer, tocar la guitarra, actuar, componer música, patinar, bailar, cosas extremas como el bongi, pero sobre todo me gusta cantar.

Mi más gran ilusión en la vida es: ser cantante famoso para poder transmitirle a la gente mi música y llegar a tener en el medio artístico un papel importante.

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BAND BRING ONLY YOUR INSTRUMENTS

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GUEST CHOREOGRAPHERS & DANCE INSTRUCTORS

CODAFI


EDUARDO GUTIERREZ

1925 ELM ST SUITE 400

DALLAS, TEXAS 75201.

Eduardo Gutierrez native of México City starts his studies of dance in his local Recreation Center (Leandro Valle), where his first teacher Jesus Becerra Saavedra a former Amalia Hernandez Dancer and instructor of the famous Ballet Folklorico de Mexico, who discovered Eduardo’s talent and great coordination for music and dance, soon Eduardo was sent to Amalia Hernandez’s dance school in Downtown México City to complete his training in Mexican folk Dance and Ballet. There he became a soloist and instructor for Amalia Hernandez Company. He has toured in Europe and Far East Asia. He produces and performs as well as choreographs for television programs such as Television Rural de México and Televisa. Touring in United States with Amalia Hernandez Company Gutierrez is attracted by the diversity of ethnic groups and returns to the United States, to pursue his studies in the performing arts with a goal in mind to expand all cultures as one.

He has danced with everyone from Anita Martinez Ballet Folklorico to Dancers Unlimited, Tuzer Ballet, Ballet Dallas and Dallas Black Dance Theater. He has also appeared with Dallas Opera TV shows and Theater productions.

He noticed the need in the City of Dallas for a professional folkloric dance group and eighteen years ago he founded his own troupe called appropriately, Ollimpaxqui Ballet Company, which is Aztec for " Happy movement." Ollimpaxqui tours twice and performs a mere 300 times a year.

Ollimpaxqui performs for National Theater of the Performing Arts, Young Audiences of the Great Dallas, Arts Partners, City of Dallas Office of Cultural Affairs and Texas Commission on the Arts.

Ollimpaxqui Ballet Co. has been performing in the U.S. for the past seventeen years.

Most of the dancers are from Mexico and have performed for several companies such as Amalia Hernandez Ballet Folklorico de México, National School of Dance & Ballet Folklorico National. The Company has performed in the Palace of the Fine Arts in San Francisco, Howard University in Washington D.C, Palace of the Fine Arts In Mexico City, and around the world.

Ollimpaxqui has been invited twice at the White House’s Cinco de Mayo Celebration in Washington D.C to perform for President George W. Bush.

Professional Companies work relation’s list:

OLLIMPAXQUI BALLET 1985-2003Founder, Artistic director,

COMPANY, INC. Dancer and Choreographer

AMERICAN DANCE COMPANY. 1987-1999 Executive Director,

Dancer, Choreographer

DALLAS BLACK 1992-1993 Season Dancer

DANCE THEATER

BALLET DALLAS 1993-1995 Season Dancer

BALLET CONCERTO 1993- Season Dancer FORT WORTH, TEXAS

THE DANCE CONSORTIUM 1992- Season Dancer PLANO, TX

DANCERS UNLIMITED 1990-1991 Dancer

TUZER BALLET 1991- Season Dancer

ANITA MARTINEZ

1989-1991 Artistic Director,

BALLET FOLKLORICO Instructor

DALLAS OPERA

1988- Season Dancer (CARMEN)

BALLET FOLKLORICO

1982-1990 Dancer, Co Instructor OF MEXICO AMALIA HERNANDEZ

DDF. SEMBLANZAS OF MEXICO 1976-1983 Dancer, pre-instructor BALLET FOLKLORICO

Dance school training:

Dallas Black Dance Theatre Jazz, Modern, Ballet, Ethnic

Margo D Ballet Concerto Ballet, Flamenco

Ballet Dallas Ballet, Jazz

The Dance Consortium Ballet, Modern

Tuzer Ballet Ballet, Character

Dancers Unlimited Modern, Ballet

Maria Benitez Flamenco

El Centro College Music, Ballet, Jazz, Ethnic

American Dance Co Folklorico, Flamenco

Ollimpaxqui Ballet Co, Inc Folklorico, Ethnic

Amalia Hernandez School Ballet, Folklor

Ballet Folklorico de Mexico Ethnic, Choreography, Drama, Modern

Semblanzas of México Jazz, Modern, Folklor, Theatre.

Centro Social Leandro Valle. Drama, Choreography

For further information call or fax.

(972) 788-0604 (214) 244-8868

13625 Purple Sage Rd

Dallas TX, 75240


VANESSA ALVARADO

1925 ELM ST SUITE 400

Miami, Florida 75201.

Vanessa Garcia – Pelayo Alvarado is a native of Seville, Spain, capital of flamenco culture. She grew up listening to her father’s record productions, her brother compositions and enjoying been around the artists her uncle represented at that time as a manager. At the age of nine, she began studying flamenco with María Magdalena. As Vanessa developed her dancing skills, she went on to learn more from other famous dancers such as: Martín Vargas, Matilde Coral, José Galván and Merche Esmeralda. During the early years of her dancing career, she traveled all over Spain, and worked in TV with some of the most famous Spanish groups and singers of the time. Vanessa also studied ballet and modern jazz for six years. Since moving to Las Vegas, Vanessa has worked and participated in workshops with Roberto Amaral, Marija Temo, Adela Clara, María Bermúdez, Clara Ramona and Linda Vega. Vanessa not only has participated on workshops but organized some of them and has brought some flamenco talents to Las Vegas. She has been teaching in Las Vegas making her students to feel the art of flamenco passing on the knowledge, the technique, the passion and the respect she absorbed back in her country.

For the last few years, Vanessa has choreographed the Christmas Dance Festival presented by the Sociedad Cultural Hispana at the Whitney Library (’99,’00,’01,’02). At the Festival, she has also participated as a soloist, or with her group Alhambra. As the founder of this group, she has led its performances at the Charleston Highs Center, the Winchester Theater, the Summerlin Theater for the Performing Arts, UNLV, the House of Blues, C2K at The Venetian ("Beats of Passion" show), Paris, MGM and the Las Vegas Academy of Performing Arts Theater. In addition, Vanessa has had the opportunity to work in Phoenix, San Francisco, and San Diego (with Cristo Cortés, "one of the best flamenco singers in the world" she says) ; not only dancing and singing, but also choreographing every performance that she has been a part of. In year 2003 she attended a well known Flamenco workshops "Flamenco in the Redwoods" organized by La Tania; Vanessa took classes from Belén Maya, a beautiful dancer and person. Last show Vanessa performed was at Nicolas Horn Theater of Community College with Coral Citron and Fiesta Flamenca, here you can read Hal de Becker's critic.

Alhambrapop@cs.com

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SAIDA


Saida is a well-known teacher/performer in the Las Vegas area. She began studying Middle Eastern Dance in 1973, and has studied with numerous renowned teachers and performers from all over the world. She went on to develop a career of teaching and promoting the art of Middle Eastern Dance in studios, workshops and master classes in Nevada, California, Washington, and Alaska. She has performed extensively in hotels/casinos, restaurants and various shows. She participated in a teaching video “Let’s Belly Dance” along with other star dancers from California. Saida has choreographed for dance troupes as well as various shows and continues to actively teach in the Las Vegas area. Many of her former students have gone on to develop careers in teaching and performing Belly Dance. Whether teaching or performing she is well known for her enthusiasm, high-energy, professionalism, high emphasis on technique, spontaneous improvisation and joy of the dance.


AMBROSIO HERNANDEZ


ASST. NORMA SOTOMAYOR

775 NORTH 11TH AVENUE

TUCSON, AZ

85705

PHONE (520) 326-1272 •

EDUCATION

Elementary Teacher

Escuela Normal Mixta

1990-1994

Lic. Miguel Serrano

Coyoacan, D.F.

Bachelor Degree in N A U Administration of To be completed Justice Studies in 2006.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Instituto de Folklore

Mexicano Tucson, Arizona

Artistic Director and Choreographer 1994 – Present

Make sure that the members of the performing group know the basic steps and characteristic traits of the various regions of Mexico and that they can execute them with ease and poise. Do choreography, costume design, and set design creatively and reflecting the characteristics of the region they represent. Oversee the classes for beginners and younger students so that they meet the standards of authenticity, esthetics, and creativity corresponding to their age and development level. Prepare dancers for performances in a variety of situations, such as formal stage productions, outdoor festivals, and out of town and foreign invitations.

Teacher for the Tucson International Mariachi Tucson, Arizona Conference.

1995 and 1996

Folklorico teacher at Catalina

Tucson, Arizona

High Magnet School

1997 - Present

Teach two classes, beginning and advanced levels, put on performances and choreography, and take the group to perform to different locations in Tucson. Instill in the students the joy and love of the dance and introduce them to the beauty, the soul, and the vibrancy of Mexican culture.

Travel to different states in Mexico with the ANMDPMAC, twice a year, and take professional workshops with emphasis in Mexican folklorico dances, Mexican culture, and history of the folklore from 1987 to present.

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

Member of the National Association of Teachers of Mexican Popular Dance (ANMDPMAC) since 1987. Arizona delegate for the ANMDPMAC since 1990. SUMMARY OF JOBS

Folklorico professional consultant at: Cholla High School, Roberts Elementary School, Apollo Middle School, Desert View High School, Amphitheater High School, Manzanita Elementary, Sabino Canyon Elementary, and Canutillo High School.

Folklorico professional consultant at different school districts throughout the state for the Arizona Commission on the Arts.

bochito70@hotmail.com



Mahdi Najmi aka Nino Carrillo

P.O. Box 484

Oxnard, CA 93032

(805) 485-0715

Director: Ballet Folklorico Alma de Mexico

Jan.1989 - Present

Founded dance troupe of 30 adults and 50 children in Oxnard and Santa Barbara, CA. Currently serve as director, choreographer, costume designer and performer. The group's performances include "Navidad en Mexico," an annual showcase sponsored by the Lobero Theater in Santa Barbara; half-time show for 1997 Mexican Independence Day Celebration during Galaxy Team game at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena; 1986 Inner City Olympics in Los Angeles, at the invitation of Arnold Schwarzenegger; community programs televised by stations in Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, Oxnard, Ventura and San Luis Obispo; and charitable and educational community events. The group is preparing for a 1998 European tour opening in Romania during its national Mexican Week Celebration.

Director: Danzantes Unidos Ballet Folklorico

1995 - Present

founded state-wide organization to promote unity and quality among Mexican folklorico dance groups. Currently serve as board member, director and choreographer for group which practices and performs in different cities in California to recruit and involve members throughout the state. Danzantes Unidos auditioned for the 1996 San Francisco Ethnic Festival and has also performed in Arizona.

Director: Annual Folkloric Conference, Santa Barbara Calif.

1995 - present Direct week-long dance workshop: select instructors, develop promotional materials, prepare class materials for instructors and registrants, coordinate registration, classes, accomodations, group activities and show.

Director: Ballet Folklorico Mixcoalt

March 1973 -February 1978 Founded and directed dance troupe in Oxnard, CA. Served as choreographer, costume designer and performer. Performances included Ventura College, Ventura County Fair, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, concerts at Oxnard Civic Auditorium, Santa Barbara Old Spanish Days, Casa del Mexicano in Santa Paula, Palacio Azteca, Los Angeles, Disneyland, Channel 12, Cable TV Channel 40, Channel 3, Channel 34, and various local charitable and fund-raising events.

Director: Ballet Folklorico Alma de Mexico

April 1978 - December 1980 Founded and directed dance troupe in Chicago, IL. Served as artistic director, choreographer and instructor.

COSTUME DESIGNER

1968-Present - Design and make costumes for folkloric dance groups in California, New Mexico and Mexico, including major university groups. Costumes have been exhibited at international conferences.

GUEST INSTRUCTOR AND CHOREOGRAPHER

1985-Present Ballet Folklorico Anahuac, Fresno ,CA. -Ballet Folklorico Cielito Lindo,Fresno, CA. -Ballet Folklorico de Clovis High School.- Ballet Folklorico Ritmos de Mexico, San Francisco, CA. -Ballet Folklorico de Cal Poly - Folklorico Viva la Fiesta, Anaheim, CA.- Ballet Fiesta Folklorico, Santa Ana, CA.- Teatro Inlakech, Oxnard, CA -Danzantes del Camino Real, Salinas, Santa Paula, Santa Barbara and Santa Ana Ca.-Ballet Folklorico de Albuquerque, NM -Ballet Folklorico del Valle de Albuquerque, NM.

PERFORMER

1986 - 1988 Ventura County Multicultural Arts Council, Played lead role in "Canek," a play about a Mayan Priest. Flor y Canto Center and California Arts Council

1981 -1982 Oxnard College Drama Department Designed and made costumes for Play "Happy Muerte To You" Choreographed, danced and performed.

June 1977 - March 1978 Independent Artist - Toured midwestern United States. Introduced Mexican culture. performing solo dances and songs.

1976 -1977 Floricanto Dance Company - Performed as "Guest Star," soloist and main dancer. Los Angeles, CA

PROFESSIONAL STUDIES

Ballet Folklorico del Estado de Zacatecas

1974- Studied with Official State Representative Dance Troupe, Zacatecas, Mexico - concentrating on repertory, choreography, and costuming; performed throughout Mexico.

Professional Dance Workshop

1976- Los Angeles, CA Studied dance technique, repertory, music, costuming and choreography. Was chosen to perform as soloist for closing ceremony performance.

Instituto de Bellas Artes

1976 - 1977 Cuernavaca, Morelos Mexico Studied dance technique, costuming, theater and choreography. Was chosen to perform at the "Flamengo," the main theater in Cuernavaca.

Asociacion Nacional de Grupos Folkloricos

1993 -1997 Attended intensive dance and music workshops. Studied repertory, costuming, music, history of dance, and topography of areas being studied. 1976 Served as substitute instructor.

Ritmos de Mexico Dance Workshop

1994 San Francisco, CA. Studied repertory, costuming, history and music of Tamaulipas, Oaxaca and Jalisco.

Tamaulipas Dance Workshop

1997 Bakersfield, Ca Studied repertory, history and costuming with Dr. Patricia Del C. Pulido, expert in the state of Tamaulipas.

JULIO C. FLORES

4917 DELAND AVE.

PICO RIVERA ,CA.90660

(562) 695-0144

(562) 477-4779

email – JMIXTECO@aol.com

1998-present Folklorico Dance Instructor Thomas Jefferson High School ( Los Angeles , Ca. )

1998-present Ballet Folklorico Mixteco Infantil ( East Los Angeles) Teaching kids the basics steps and movements of the Folklorico dances including choreography movements .

1997- 1999 Belongs to a group named Grupo Folklorico Mexcaltitan . ( Inglewood ,CA. )

1989 Formed my own group with the name of Ballet Folklorico Mixteco . ( East Los Angeles ) * Performances : Pomona Fair

Olvera Street

La Feria de Los Ninos , East Los Angeles

Disneyland ( Anaheim , California )

California New Adventure (Anaheim, Ca . )

Knotts Berry Farm ( Buena Park, Ca. )

Universal Studios ( Hollywood, Ca. )

Chabot College, ( Fresno, Ca . )

Hayward , California

San Francisco , California

San Jose, Ca .

Salinas , California

Pasadena Performing Arts Center ( Pasadena, Ca . )

Whittier Performing Arts Center, ( Whittier,Ca . )

Tijuana , Mexico - Ensenada , Mexico

Cal State, Dominguez Hill

Cal State, Los Angeles * Long Beach

Sea World , San Diego, CA.

Downey Theatre, Downey, Ca.

La Mirada Performing Arts Center, La Mirada, CA.

County Clark Theatre , Las Vegas, Nevada

Seattle, Washington

Bakersfield, CA.

San Diego State University, ( San Diego, Ca . )

1990 ( group was honored by Richard Alatorre , Gloria Molina )

2001 First prize winners ; Folklorico USA Competition Elementary , Junior High , High School & Adult category

2000 Second prize winners ; The Ballet Folklorico de Mexico de Amalia Hernandez Competition .

1999 First prize winners ; The Ballet Folklorico de Mexico de Amalia Hernandez Competition .

1998 Seven days Workshop ( Hayward , CA . ) * Region taken - Yucatan

1997 Five days Workshop ( Salinas , CA . ) * Region taken - Baja California Norte

1994-present Our Lady of Talpa Church ( East Los Angeles ) Teaching children , young adults , teenagers and adults dances from the different states of Mexico .

1993-1996 Our Lady of Lourdes Church ( East Los Angeles ) Teaching children , young adults , adults and senior citizen dances from different states of Mexico .

1990-1993 Dolores Mission Church ( East Los Angeles ) Teaching young adults the folkloric dances of Mexico .

1989-1990 San Pedro Street Elementary ( Los Angeles ) Teaching children the basic steps of the Mexican folklore . * Grades 1-6

1985-1989 Biblioteca Benito Juares del Cindicato de Trabajadores de la ciudad

( Tijuana Baja California Norte )

1985-1990 Centro Cultural Tijuana - CECUT * Regions Learned : Jalisco, Chiapas, Michoacan, Oaxaca, Veracruz , Nuevo Leon , Tamaulipas , Sinaloa , Yucatan , San Luis Potosi , Durango , Chihuahua , Hidalgo, Zacatecas, and Nayarit ,

1997 East Los Angeles College * Region taken : Yucatan , Nuevo Leon & Jalisco

1990 East Los Angeles College * Region taken : Veracruz & Jalisco , Chiapas

1989 East Los Angeles College * Region taken ; San Luis Potosi & Tamaulipas

1982-1985 Roosevelt High School, East Los Angeles * Three years of dance lessons


PEINADO & MAQUILLAJE / THEATRICAL MAKE UP


JUANITA MUÑOZ

(Dallas, TX.)

&


JANETH ROMERO

(Las Vegas, NV.)

IF YOU TAKE THIS WORKSHOP PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN MAKE UP


MASAJE / MASSAGE


JENNY SANDOVAL

MORE GUEST CHOREOGRAPHERS

&

DANCE INSTRUCTORS

TBA

Strictly non-profit - none of the performers receives a fee.

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CONGRESO DE DANZA FOLCLORICA INTERNACIONAL

Congreso de Danza Folclórica Internacional

CODAFI


WORKSHOPS

MEXICO

CONCHEROS

BAJA CALIFORNIA

AGUASCALIENTES

CHIUHUAHUA

SINALOA

HIDALGO

TECNICA DE ZAPATEADO/FOOTWORK

VERACRUZ

TAMAULIPAS

JAZZ

PUERTO RICO

SALSA

BOMBA

PLENA

BELLY DANCING

IMPROVISACION

DANZA CONTEMPORANEA

TALLER COREOGRAFICO

MASAJE

MAQUILLAJE / THEATRICAL MAKE UP

SPAIN

FLAMENCO

Noche Bohemia y de Rumba

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LAS VEGAS DANCE & THEATER ALLIANCE,

FREMONT STREET AND FITZGERALD’S CASINO

Present

1ST ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL FOLKLORIC DANCE FESTIVAL OF LAS VEGAS (CODAFI)

Join Us for

Middle Eastern Dance Workshops +

SATURDAY, JUNE 19 and SUNDAY, JUNE 20, 2004

@

Fitzgerald’s Casino & Hotel – Conference Rooms

301 Fremont Street, Las Vegas, NV 89101

Phone: (702) 388-2200

REGISTRATION IS $65.00 FOR BOTH DAYS OR $40/DAY

Registration 9:00-9:20 a.m.

SAMIRA (For All Levels and Styles)

Sunday 9:30 am to 11 am ($15)

Creating Your Own Voice, Beyond Steps

Samira's style of dance is a mixture of various disciplines. She will be teaching techniques that she has used to make "the dance" her own. This class is designed to take basic concepts to a new and more interesting level and to expand the ability to own your own voice. Beyond steps, to fit the feel of the music.

Samira Tu'Ala (aka Alisa McAffee) has been belly dancing professionally since 1992 and has performed in various venues across the United States including California, Illinois, Utah, Missouri, New Mexico, and Nevada. Samira danced professionally at Caesar's Palace from 1997-1999. Since that time, Samira has broadened her dance repertoire to include Ballroom, Tango, Swing, Hustle, Salsa, Country Western and more. She and her husband are the co-owners of the two Arthur Murray Dance Studios in Las Vegas where she teaches dance professionally.

Saida

SAIDA Part I – Beginning/Intermediate

Saturday 11:15 am to 12:45 ($15)

TECHNIQUE AND COMBINATIONS

In preparation to Saida’s Part 2 class, will include, basic arm patterns, body undulations, hip work, shimmies, and various combinations.

SAIDA

Part 2 (Intermediate/Advance)

Saturday 1:15 to 3:30 ($25)

CHOREOGRAPHY TO “HABIBI DAH”

Upbeat Egyptian Pop Style 4:23 minute choreography, to the music from CD “Egypt 2001” Habibi Dah (Nari Narin). Saida is well known for her enthusiasm, high-energy, professionalism, high emphasis on technique, spontaneous improvisation and joy of the dance, She began studying Middle Eastern Dance in 1973, and has studied with numerous renowned teachers from all over the world. Saida has choreograph-ed for dance troupes as well as various shows and continues to actively teach in the Las Vegas area.

Nadia

NADIA (Beginning/Intermediate)

Sunday 9:30a - 11:00a ($15)

TRADITONAL EGYPTIAN STYLE

In this class Nadia will incorporate a strong emphasis on proper dance technique, musicality and movement quality. Nadia's class will include a holistic warm-up, technique, traveling combinations and a short Oriental choreography.

Nadia has a BA in both Dance Studies and Anthropology from UNLV. Nadia's study of Middle Eastern dance includes training with world renowned Egyptian artists Yousry Sharif, Mahmmound Reda, Raqia Hassan and Sahra Saeeda. Her background in Ballet, Jazz and Modern dance styles has contributed to her unique teaching style.

Angela

ANGELA (Beginning/Intermediate)

Sunday 11:15a - 12:45p ( $15)

TECHNIQUE AND COMBINATIONS

Warm-up, drills and combinations in preparation for an oriental veil piece choreography to “Tamrahenna” in the following class.

ANGELA

(Intermediate/Advanced)

Sunday 1:15p – 3:30p ($25)

CHOREOGRAPHY TO “TAMRAHENNA”

Oriental Style veil piece to “Tamrahenna”. If time permits we’ll add a two-minute drum solo choreography.

Please bring a long veil.

Angela Palmeri-Davis began her dance and gymnastics discipline at the age of four, at the age of nine she received a gold medal in the “1986 Nevada State Gymnastic Championship.” In her early teens she began exploring ethnic dance including dances of the Middle East, West Africa, and the Polynesian Islands. Angela’s passion for cultural dance eventually led her to study abroad with some of the top artists of Egypt and Lebanon such as: Mona Said, Nagwa Fouad, Amany, Farida Fahmy, Mahmoud Reda, and Yousry Sharif. In addition to being a devoted student, Angela is an equally dedicated performer, choreographer and teacher. She has newly formed her own Middle Eastern performance group, “Habaybi Dance Ensemble”. In September of 2004, she’ll continue teaching Middle Eastern Dance and history at CCSN.

All levels welcome!! New to Belly Dance? Come and experience a challenge!!

NOTE: I encourage all dance styles dancers to take advantage of the opportunity to study with these fine teachers. Remember that a hip lift/drop, body undulation, arm patterns applies equally to “Tribal”, “Cabaret”, “Pop”, Etc. It is the variation of flavor applied to these basic movements that brings out the beauty within each style. Don’t cheat yourself of this great opportunity and frankly a give away price. In addition to this exclusive price, you are entitled to take the Belly Dance Workshop or any of the other classes offered in the other four dance rooms: Salsa, Flamenco, Folklore Mexicano, Hula, Capoeria, Hair, and Make-Up. PLUS a great show Sat & Sun. See Belly Dance Performance schedule below. Come and support your Belly Dance colleagues Saturday from 5:40 to 8:30 and enjoy the Festival. For full performance schedule, please visit

FLAMENCO

VANESSA ALVARADO

Miami, FL.

-Footwork and rhythms with "palmas" (zapateado y ritmos con palmas)

-Arm movement and choreography (Braceo y coreografia)

-Castanets and arm movement (Castañuelas y braceo con castañuelas)


TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Thursday, June 17th, 2004

5:00 p.m. Registration, packages available for pick-up

6:00-6:30 p.m. Instructor Orientation & pick-up instructor packages

6:30-7:00 pm. Welcoming & Introduction of Instructors, Speakers and Sponsors of CODAFI

(Conference of International Folk Dances)

Friday, June 18th, 2004

Opening ceremony

9:00-12:00 am Children’s Matinee Concert # 2 – Fremont St. stage on 3rd St

4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Registration, packages available for pick-up & Instructor Orientation

6:00-6:30 p.m. Concert # 2 – Fremont Street Experience stage on 3rd

6:30 pm. Welcoming & Introduction of Instructors, Speakers and Sponsors of CODAFI

(Conference of International Folk Dances)

7:15 - 7:55 pm Concert # 2 – Fremont Street Experience stage on 3rd

8:00 – 8:10 pm Fremont Street Light Show

8:15 - 8:55 pm Concert # 2 – Fremont Street Experience stage on 3rd

9:00 – 12:00am Cocktail Reception “Rumba Night” with DJ Hall

Saturday, June 19th, 2004

7:30-8:30 a.m. Registration packages available for pick-up

8:00-9:00 am Orientation

9:00-10:20 am Workshop Session I

10:35 -12:00 Workshop Sessions II

12:00-7:00 p.m. Concert # 3 – Fremont Street Experience stage on 1st, 3rd, 5th St.

1:00-2:25 p.m. Workshop Session III

2:35-4:00 p.m. Workshop Session IV

4:00-9:55 p.m. Concert # 3 – Fremont Street Experience stage on 3rd St. 15 min.

Intermition every hour when the lighting show starts

Sunday, June 20th, 2004

8:00-9:00 a.m. Breakfast (will be available for purchase)

9:00-11:30 a.m. Workshop Session V

12:00 pm Hotel check out.

12:30-3:30 p.m. Student Recital Fremont Street Experience stage on 3rd

4:00-6:00 p.m. Concert # 4 – Fremont Street Experience stage on 3rd

CLOSING CEREMONY


PERFORMANCES SCHEDULE


LAS VEGAS 1ST ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL FOLK FESTIVAL

FRIDAY, JUNE 18, 2004

9:30 AM – 12:00 NOON 3RD ST. STAGE

. PRESS CONFERENCE 9:30 10:00 AM

OLLIMPAXQUI BALLET, Dallas, TX. 10:00 AM 12:00 NOON

VERONICA LOPEZ 10:00 AM 12:00 NOON

VANESSA ALVARADO, Miami, FL. 10:00 AM 12:00 NOON

PRISCILLA JACOBSEN 10:00 AM 12:00 NOON

DANE NGAHUKA & HAKA TOA 10:00 AM 12:00 NOON

LAS VEGAS 1ST ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL FOLK FESTIVAL

FRIDAY, JUNE 18, 2004

6:00 – 9:00 PM 3RD ST. STAGE

PERFORMER TIME

LOHAN SCHOOL OF SHAOLIN 6:00 – 6:20 PM

JOY BRITTAN 6:20 – 6:30 PM

DANIELLE USIAK 6:30 – 6:40 PM

HOT LAVA / POLYNESIAN ENSEMBLE 6:40 – 7:00 PM

CAPOEIRA 7:00 – 7:20 PM

BALLET FOLKLORICO DE HUNTINGTON PARK, CA. 7:20 – 7:30 PM

OLLIMPAXQUI BALLET, Dallas, TX. 7:30 – 7:50 PM

MARIACHI COLIMA

ELIZABETH GUZMAN 7:50 – 8:10 PM

PHILIPPINE DANCE COMPANY 8:10 – 8:3O PM

LIGHT SHOW 8:30 - 8:40 PM

MATLACHINES DE JUAREZ 8:40 – 9:00 PM

LIGHT SHOW 9:00 - 9:10 PM

LAS VEGAS 1ST ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL FOLK FESTIVAL

SATURDAY, JUNE 19, 2004

1ST ST. STAGE

2:00 – 10:00 PM

PERFORMER TIME

WORKSHOPS 9:00 – 6:00 PM

TANGO SILHOUETTE 2:00 – 2:15 PM

BALLET ORGULLO MESTIZO, Fontana, CA. 2:15 – 3:00 PM

SALSOREROS 3:00 – 3:15 PM

ALL STARTS 3:15 – 3:30 PM

L’ DANCE JAZZ & BALLET CO. 3:30 – 3:40 PM

MI TIERRA NICARAGUA 3:40 – 4:00 PM

QUETZALES BALLET, El Paso, TX. 4:00 – 5:00 PM

A-Z DANCE STUDIO 5:00 – 5:25 PM

BALLET FOLKLORICO DE HUNTINGTON PARK, CA. 5:25 – 5:55 PM

JUAN CALVO

ALBERTO SAUZA

PATZCUARO UNITED 5:55 – 6:15 PM

TSIKKI 6:15 – 6:30 PM

MARILYN MONTIEL 6:40 – 6:50 PM

JULIETA MONTIEL 6:50 – 7:00 PM

BALLET 7:00 – 7:50 PM

DESCARGA RUMBERA DANCE COMPANY

SALSA KIDS 7:50 – 8:10 PM

SAIDA

MIDDLE EASTERN DANCE ENSEMBLE 8:10 – 8:30 PM

LIGHT SHOW 8:30 - 8:40 PM

TESOROS DE MEXICO, Fotana, CA. 8:40 – 9:00 PM

LIGHT SHOW 9:00 - 9:10 PM

OJEDA & LLANURA BAND 9:10 – 9:30 PM

HISTERIA BAND 9:30 – 10:00 PM

LAS VEGAS 1ST ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL FOLK FESTIVAL

SATURDAY, JUNE 19, 2004

STAGE 3RD ST.

12:00 NOON – 10:00 PM

PERFORMER TIME

WORKSHOPS 9:00 – 12:00 PM

MARIBEL & SANTIAGO DANCERS 12:00 – 12:20 PM

LV HI STEPPERS DRILL TEAM 12:20 – 12:40 PM

FRIEND OF INDIA 12:40 – 1:00 PM

SHELBY'S SHOW CASE KIDS 1:00 – 1:30 PM

WEST SIDE ACADEMY 1:30 – 2:00 PM

SALSOLEROS 2:15 – 2:30 PM

BALLET TESOROS DE MEXICO, Fotana, CA. 2:30 – 3:15 PM

DANIELLE USIAK 3:15 – 3:30 PM

THAI CULTURAL ARTS ASSOCIATION 3:30 – 3:45 PM

BALLET TEOCALLI, Fresno, CA. 3:45 – 4:15 PM

FIESTA FLAMENCA 4:15 – 4:35 PM

JOY BRITTAN 4:35 – 4:45 PM

FIESTA MEXICANA, Glendale, AZ.

JOSE ESPINOZA

VICTOR MANUEL 4:45 – 5:40 PM

HABAYBI DANCERS

SAMIRA 5:40 – 6:00 PM

BALLET MEXICA, Tucson, AZ 6:00 – 6:50 PM

WICKED MOVEMENT 6:50 – 7:10 PM

BALLET ORGULLO MESTIZO, Fotana, CA. 7:10 – 7:30 PM

AL-ATEEKA TROUPE

ARADIA 7:30 – 7:50 PM

FIESTA MEXICANA, Glendale, AZ. 7:50 – 8:10 PM

QUETZALES BALLET, El Paso, TX. 8:10 – 8:30 PM

LIGHTS SHOW 8:30 - 8:40 PM

BALLET MIXTECO, Los Angeles, CA. 8:40 – 9:00 PM

LIGHTS SHOW 9:00 - 9:10 PM

VERONICA LOPEZ & BAND 9:10 – 9:30 PM

LOS VARIABLES DEL NORTE BAND 9:30 – 10:00 PM

LAS VEGAS 1ST ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL FOLK FESTIVAL

SATURDAY, JUNE 19, 2004

NEONOPOLIS STAGE

2:30 – 8:00

PERFORMER TIME

L’ DANCE JAZZ & BALLET COMPANY 2:30 - 2:35 PM

ALL STAR 2004 2:35 - 2:50 PM

QUETZALES BALLET, El Paso, TX. 2:50 - 3:15 PM

ASSOCIATION OF COMPOSERS & PERFORMERS 3:15 - 3:40 PM

OLLIMPAXQUI 3:40 - 4:00 PM

DANIELLE USIAK 4:00 - 4:15 PM

MEXICO VIVO JR 4:15 - 4:30 PM

VERONICA LOPEZ 4:30 - 4:40 PM

MI TIERRA NICARAGUA 4:40 - 5:00 PM

TRADICIONES MEXICANAS 5:00 - 5:20 PM

VANESSA ALVARADO, Miami, FL. 5:20 - 5:30 PM

GOLD RUSH 5:30 - 5:50 PM

JESS GARTAP

MARIO MAXI 5:50 - 6:10 PM

PETER SPINALL 6:10 - 6:40 PM

AL-ATEEKA TROUPE

FRANCHESCA 6:40 - 7:00 PM

BALLET FOLKLORICO DE HUNTINGTON PARK, CA. 7:00 - 7:10 PM

SHARLYRA

ARADIA

RAKS SHARQUI 7:10 - 7:30 PM

ANGEL FRANCISCO 7:30 - 8:00 PM

LAS VEGAS 1ST ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL FOLK FESTIVAL

WORKSHOPS 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

SUNDAY, JUNE 20, 2004

3RD ST. STAGE 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM

PERFORMER TIME

WORKSHOP 9:00 – 11:00 AM

AMERICAN FLAMENCO THEATER 11:00 – 11:20 AM

BALLET TEOCALLI, Fresno, CA. 11:20 – 11:40 AM

MARIACHI JUVENIL MI TIERRA 11:40 – 12:00 NOON

WHALERIDERS 12:00 – 12:30 PM

RAZZMATAZZ 12:30 – 12:45 PM

RUMBERAS 702 12:45 – 12:55 PM

TRIPLE THREAT 12:55 – 1:10 PM

KOTOBUKI 1:10 – 1:30 PM

BALLET FOLKLORICO DE HUNTINGTON PARK, CA. 1:30 – 1:50 PM

ETHNIC EXPRESS INTERNATIONAL DANCERS

CARLOS MANUEL 1:50 – 2:00 PM

BALLET ORGULLO MESTIZO, Fontana, CA. 2:00 – 2:20 PM

LV DANCE & THEATER ALLIANCE 2:20 – 2:30 PM

FIESTA MEXICANA, Glendale, AZ. 2:30 – 2:50 PM

JESS GARTAP 2:50 – 3:00 PM

WICKED MOVEMENT 3:00 – 3:20 PM

QUETZALES BALLET, El Paso, TX. 3:20 – 3:40 PM

BALLET MIXTECO, Los Angeles, CA 3:40 – 4:00 PM

ZIDUNA DANCERS 4:00 – 4:20 PM

MEXICO VIVO 4:20 – 4:40 PM

LUCRECIA TOORA 4:40 – 4:55 PM

OLLIMPAXQUI 4:55 – 5:20 PM

YADIRA ACOSTA 5:20 – 5:35 PM

SONORA MAR Y MAR BAND 5:35 – 6:00 PM

MORE INFORMATION TBA

Dear Cultural Organization Coordinator:

Las Vegas Dance & Theater Alliance and Mexico Vivo Dance Company are preparing

The 1st Annual International Folk Festival of Las Vegas.

These event performances are free and open to the entire family and community, which take place over a four-day period.

Thursday, June 17 Th., Friday 18th, Saturday 19th and Sunday 2004 at

The Fremont Street Experience & Fitzgerald’s Hotel & Casino both located in Downtown Las Vegas.

Folk Dances Performances from different countries from all continents Europe, Asia, Africa, Mexico, South & Central America, and the Caribbean. Performances from Las Vegas' diverse arts and ethnic communities will be participating. Our invited international groups and a select grouped of professional choreographers will teach classes to participants and audiences interaction performances. Traditional music, folk dances, workshops, art exhibits, information booths, games, children’s pavilion, and food from many different ethnic backgrounds will also be part of our cultural celebration..

Mail your participant form to:

Mexico Vivo Dance Company

P. O. Box 34944

Las Vegas, NV. 89133

Please Ixela Gutierrez (702) 339-0948 & (702) 388-0948

If you would like to be performer and be part of the publicity please don’t forget to reserve your group’s place before April 25th, 2004, and please send information of your dance company, the artistic director, the choreographers, and good quality pictures

Sincerely,

Ixela Gutiérrez

1st Annual International Folk Festival of Las Vegas

Program Coordinator

Mexico Vivo Dance Company

Artistic Director

1st Annual International Folk Festival of Las Vegas


Participant Release Form

ORGANIZATION /COMPANY__________________________________

NAME OF ACTIVITY

_______________________________________________________

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF ACTIVITIES PERFORMANCE, REGION, AND NAME OF SONGS

(As needed please give full detail information on back of the page.)

CONTACT NAME ___________________________________________________

ADDRESS ___________________________

STATE_________

ZIP CODE_____________

PHONE NUMBER

(_____)_____________________(_____)____________________

NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS OR PERSONAL _______________________

Please read the following information and sign and date this form at the bottom.

The 1st Annual International Folk Festival of Las Vegas and its hosts, Las Vegas Dance & Theater Alliance, Mexico Vivo Dance Company, The Fremont Street Experience, Fitzgerald’s Hotel & Casino The City of Las Vegas /Office of Cultural Affairs, and Nevada Youth Alliance, assume no responsibility for damage or loss due to acts of nature, theft, vandalism, or negligent behavior displayed by the participants of this festival.

Participants agree to abide by all or any rules stipulated to them prior to participation in the event, either as an organization, and/or performer.

The 1st Annual International Folk Festival of Las Vegas and its hosts reserve the right to terminate the participation of organization or performers, if their behavior is dangerous to festival attendees or not in keeping with the atmosphere of the festival as a safe environment for children and adults.

I have read the above rules and agree to abide by the terms of this contract.

_________________________________ Authorized Signature

_________________________________ Organization

___________________________________ Date

1st Annual International Folk Festival of Las Vegas

Participant Release Form

COMPANY / ORGANIZATION___________________________________________

NAME OF ACTIVITIES /PERFORMANCE ________________________________________________

DESCRIPTION OF ACTIVITIES / PERFORMANCE / Include detailed information such as: name of dances, region/country, type of artistic participation, # of performers, length, etc. (Use additional space if needed.)

______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________

VIDEO TAPE CUE _______________________________________________________

CONTACT NAME _______________________________________________________

ADDRESS _______________________________________________________

PHONE NUMBER _______________________________________________________

Please read the following information and sign and date this form at the bottom.

The 1st Annual International Folk Festival of Las Vegas and its hosts, Las Vegas Dance & Theater Alliance, Mexico Vivo Dance Company, The Fremont Street Experience & Fitzgerald’s Hotel & Casino The City of Las Vegas /Office of Cultural Affairs, and Nevada Youth Alliance, assume no responsibility for damage or loss due to acts of nature, theft, vandalism, or negligent behavior displayed by the participants of this festival. Participants agree to abide by all or any rules stipulated to them prior to participation in the festival, either as a performer or as an organization. The 1st Annual International Folk Festival of Las Vegas and its hosts reserve the right to terminate the participation of either an organization or performers, if their behavior is dangerous to festival attendees or not in keeping with the atmosphere of the festival as a safe environment for children and adults.

I have read the above rules and agree to abide by the terms of this contract. I understand that the festival may be canceled in case of severe or inclement weather.

_________________________________ Authorized Signature

_________________________________ Organization

___________________________________ Date

for questions or more information:

(702) 388-0948

(702) 339-0948

mexicovivodance@aol.com


WORKSHOP REGISTRATION FORM

Your Group’s Name ____________________________________

This year we will be offering workshops from the following states of Mexico, taught by many professional folklore dance instructors from:

California, Texas, Miami, Nevada, Utah, Arizona and Mexico:

Workshops for Adults & Children.

Concheros,

Baja California,

Aguascalientes,

Chihuahua,

Sinaloa,

Tecnica de Zapateado/FootWork,

Veracruz,

Tamaulipas,

Hidalgo.

Maquillaje / Theatrical Make Up

Tocados / Head Pices

Jazz • Puerto Rico / Salsa, Bomba, Plena. • Belly Dancing • Hula Dance • Capoeira • • Danza Contemporanea, Improvisacion • Taller Coreografico • Spain / Flamenco •

Name: ______________________________ Age: ____ Level

(Circle one) Beg. Int. Adv.

To be circled by group’s director

Address: _______________________________________________________

City: _______________________________________________________

Region Requested:

1st ___________________________ 2nd: _____________________________

Signature of Parent or Guardian if under 18: ___________________________________________

Name: ______________________________ Age: ____ Level

(Circle one) Beg. Int. Adv.

To be circled by group’s director

Address: _____________________________________________________

City: ______________________________________________________

Region Requested:

1st ___________________________

2nd: _____________________________

Signature of Parent or Guardian if under 18: ___________________________________________

Name: ______________________________ Age: ____ Level

(Circle one) Beg. Int. Adv.

To be circled by group’s director

Address: _______________________________________________________

City: _______________________________________________________

Region Requested:

1st ___________________________ 2nd: _____________________________

Signature of Parent or Guardian if under 18: ___________________________________________

Name: ______________________________ Age: ____ Level

(Circle one) Beg. Int. Adv.

To be circled by group’s director

Address: _______________________________________________________

City: _______________________________________________________

Region Requested:

1st ___________________________ 2nd: _____________________________

Signature of Parent or Guardian if under 18: ___________________________________________

Name: ______________________________ Age: ____ Level

(Circle one) Beg. Int. Adv.

To be circled by group’s director

Address: _____________________________________________________

City: ______________________________________________________

Region Requested:

1st ___________________________

2nd: _____________________________

Signature of Parent or Guardian if under 18: ___________________________________________

Name: ______________________________ Age: ____ Level

(Circle one) Beg. Int. Adv.

To be circled by group’s director

Address: _______________________________________________________

City: _______________________________________________________

Region Requested:

1st ___________________________ 2nd: _____________________________

Signature of Parent or Guardian if under 18: ___________________________________________

( please copy and staple to this form if you need more space)

NOTE: Please return the application form by May 15, 2004. Each organization will be allowed three performance for the four days festival one on each different stage. Each performance is limited to

(10 - 15 minutes of music for Infantil/Juvenil or 20 -30 minutes for Adults) Please adhere to the specific group you select, infantile/juvenil should be minors and adults should be adults.


REGISTRATION

$45 Early registration due by May 15, 2004

$55 Regular registration May 16 - June 1, 2004

$65 Late registration June 2 – 18, 2004

$80 On site registration (if available)

The registration fee includes entrance to the Cocktail Reception “Rumba Night” , all the workshops sessions.

Upon check-in conferees receive their badge (to wear at all times), a folder containing the detailed program, the proceedings and other information material.

ACCOMMODATION

1800 274-LUCK

Hotel 1bd/1pp 1bd/2pp 2bd/2-4pp

$49.99

MAKE YOUR RESERVATION BEFORE

MAY 20TH AND ASK FOR THE FESTIVAL RATE.

THE CODE IS FOLK

GROUP NUMBER 495684

CONTACT CINTHIA LOISELLY FOR GROUP RESERVATION

SUNDAY - THURSDAY 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

THANK YOU

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Dirección y Coordinación General

Ixela Gutierrez


Teléfono

Phone (702) 339-0948

(702) 388-0948

Dirección / Address

Ixela Gutierrez

P.O. Box Las Vegas, NV. 89133 (USA)

Email mexicovivodance@aol.com


Coordinadores / Coordinators


Estela Gomez

Marisol Hernandez

Reyna Esquivel

Horacio Marquez

Jose Luis Torres

Jose Juan Diaz

Jenny Sandoval

Julio Jacinto

Noemi y Alejandra Avalos

Jessica Rodriduez

Isidro Galvez

Victor Manuel Rodriguez

Veronica Perez

Jessika Carrillo

Sandy Varela / Hula Dance

Elias Samorano

Norma Hernandez

Lucrecia Toora


Colaboradores / Collaborators


Eduardo Gutierrez / Concheros

Ambrosio Hernandez / Hidalgo

Nino Carrillo / Baja California Sur

Julio Flores / Tamaulipas

Gustavo & Antonio Rico / Salsa

Ruth Manzo / Middle Eastern

Vannesa Alvarado / Flamenco

Juanita Muñoz / Theatrical Make up Janeth Romero / Peinado & Maquillaje

• Julio Bustos

• Isidro Galvez


Agradecimientos Especiales / Special Thanks To:


Ricky Ruiz

Eduardo Gutierrez

Teresa Malm

David Osmond

Eddy Escobedo

Ed Tapia

Juan Varela

Rafael Rivera Community Center / Staff

Manuel y Rosy Varela

Irma Wynants

El Mundo Staff

La Prensa Staff

Mae Russell

Every single artist, performer, their families, & sponsors

THANK YOU VERY MUCH


Patrocinadores / Sponsors:

FITZGERALDS HOTEL & CASINO


Fremont Street Experience Mall

Mexicana Airlines

WalMart

MPC

TaDom Studios

Folklorico Festival of Dallas

El Mundo News Paper

La Prensa

Caribbean Aircraft Parts Supplier

Webmaster: TaDom Studios

Mexico Vivo Dance Company mexicovivodance.com

1ST ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL FOLK FESTIVAL OF LAS VEGAS

FOOD VENDORS

Yes, I am interested in participating as a food vendor on Saturday, June 19th ~ 10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. and Sunday, June 20th ~ 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

No, I am not interested but please keep me on your mailing list for future events

Restaurant Name: ______________________________________________________

Address: ______________________________________________________

City: ______________________ State: __________

Zip: ______________

Contact Name: ______________________________________________________

Contact Phone Number: ______________________________________________________

MENU ITEMS PRICE

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FREMONT STREET EXPERIENCE MALL

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CHILDREN'S STAGE


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