Alegre Ballet Folklórico


Spring Recital 2025



Alegre Ballet FOlklórico



Programa en Espanol


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Act 1



Veracruz



Sotavento



Children 1
Choreography by Jessica Garcia



Along the coast of the Gulf of México, the state of Veracruz is where the Spanish first stepped foot in what is now México. With colonization, the Spanish brought slaves as well as created a port connecting México to even more countries from around the world, thus bringing new cultural influences. The music and dances from this area have a blend of African rhythms mixed with footwork that is very similar to those seen in flamenco dance. At the fandangos in the Sotavento, the men sport their guayaberas and the women wear long lavish dresses that are heavily laced and accessorize with rebozos, aprons, and fans, all originating from their Spanish colonizers.



Sinaloa



Mestizo



Children 1
Choreography by Jessica Garcia



Originally rooted in religious and ceremonial contexts, these dances have evolved over centuries, embracing a spectrum of influences that have enriched their character. The traditional dances of Sinaloa reflect a fusion of indigenous rituals with elements introduced through African and Caribbean influences. What sets Sinaloa apart is not only the captivating choreography but also the vibrant music that accompanies it. The region is renowned for its lively melodies and rhythms, which provide the heartbeat of these dances. The energy between the movements and the music creates an atmosphere of jubilant celebration that is both infectious and emotionally resonant.



Nayarit



Mestizo



Children 2
Choreography by Jessica Garcia



After the conquest, the Spanish and other Europeans began blending with the indigenous creating a new ethnicity known as the Mestizos. The Mestizos created new customs, music and dance. Sones and jarabes, such as the Jarabe Nayarita, became common and popular in Nayarit. This particular dance showcases the grace and beauty of the Mestizo woman and the strength and the agility of the Mestizo man.



Jalisco



Tapatio



Infantil 1 & 2, Children 1 & 2
Choreography by Jessica Garcia



The state of Jalisco, often celebrated as the heart of Mexican culture, is most renowned for two iconic figures: the mariachis and charros. The vibrant attire worn by the people of Jalisco, particularly the women, is what often first comes to mind when people think about Ballet Folklórico. The dresses, characterized by their generous ruffles, ribbons, and lace, are an explosion of colors, making Jalisco one of the most instantly recognizable and widely represented states in all of México. Similarly, the charros, traditionally the outfits of the horsemen of Jalisco, are synonymous with the region's heritage. The suit, consisting of an embroidered jacket, wide-brimmed sombrero, and intricate details, stands as a striking representation of the Mexican cowboy tradition. In this cuadro, we take the audience through the evolution of our Jalisco attire over the past 30 years, showcasing the enduring legacy of these iconic garments.



Act 2



Tamaulipas



Sur



Infantil 2
Choreography by Jessica Garcia



The Huasteca is a region that extends through six northeastern states of México, including Tamaulipa. The Zafra is a festival where the people dress in their finest suede attire, adorned with white flowers. The huapango huasteco is unique to this region, with the falsetto singing, rhythmic music, and intricate footwork.



Baja California



Calabaceado



Infantil 1
Choreography by Jessica Garcia



Calabaceados de Baja California are dances that originated in the city of La Misión, in the northern Mexican state of Baja California. These dances are lively and upbeat as dancers stomp, jump, and kick, imitating various animals that can be found on the ranches of Baja California.



Nuevo Leon



Centro



Children 1
Choreography by Jessica Garcia



Bordering the tip of Texas is the state of Nuevo Leon. This northern state was also influenced greatly by its European settlers and is known for polkas and huapangos. The polkas made their way into Mexico from their Czechoslovakian and Polish origins in the 19th Century. The dances of Nuevo Leon have recently gained attention through challenges that have been created for people to guess which country the music or outfit presented is from since the styles between the original countries and the traditions that emerged in Mexico are very similar.



Sonora



Sonora Bronco



Children 2
Choreography by Jessica Garcia



The state of Sonora makes up a large section of the northwest of México. As with much of the north, the European (mostly German) influence is evident. The polka is popular in Sonora, as with most of the “Norte”. The “Bronco” refers to the kicking and bucking the dancers will do during portions of their performance.



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Dancers



Infantil 1



Aliana Guillen

Amelia Puga

Amillie Davison

Analih Leal

Andrea Canelo

Armen "Buzzy" Dohanian

Ayli Morales

Carina Llano

Cataleya Garcia

Esperanza Medina

Jade Nunez

Liseth Ortiz

Natalie Bolin

Pablin Vela

Samantha Cavitt

Victoria Luviano

Victoria Zavala



Infantil 2



Andrea Frayre Lerma

Andrea Gorostieta

Anna Gil

Dorian Guajardo

Matthew Jack Burgess

Julienne Burgess

Lillia Arielle Hernandez

Nayeli Woelfle

Yareni Alcaraz



Children 1



Amanda Cedillo

Adeline Guillen

Alonzo Gomez

Amelia Nadazan

Anahi Lozano

Ariel Sanchez

Cain Hernandez

Cecilia Gomez

Hermilo Forman

Jude Villarreal

Katie Gutierrez

Leia Moras

Lylah Rodriguez

Madyson Narez

Mia Gonzalez

Mia Nino

Nadia Gomez

Valeria Guillen

Vera Dohanian

Vivienne Suarez

Yaneli Rivera




CHILDREN 2



Ana Mata

Ariana Diaz

Ava Velasquez

Emma Riveroll

Giselle Gonzalez

Layla Vasquez

Lucas Gonzaba

Mia Chavez

Mia Medina

Nicole Garcia

Zoe Herrera




Advanced Adults



Alejandra Lopez

Alesandra Davila

Christian Woelfle

Daniel Negrete

Dominique Avila Fleming

Elena Cruz

Eric Galindo

Fany Rojas

Fiona Woelfle

Francisco Villarreal

Jazmine Gutierrez

Jessica Garcia

Maritza Gutierrez

Michael Felix

Nallely Ramirez

Reeses Torres

Vanessa Steele



Credits



Production



Director / Founder......................Pedro Perez

Instructor..................................Jessica Garcia

Instructor...................................Reeses Torres

Assistant.................Dominique Avila Fleming

Lighting............................................Matt, LCC

Program Content...Dominique Avila Fleming



Board of Directors



President..............Ibeth Perez

Secretary..............Naomi Meza

Treasurer..............Albert Rojas

Member................Chabelita Guel

Member................Dina Ramirez

Member................Rita Castillo Vela

Member................Albert Wash



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