Shows & Tickets

Danza / Dance

Coatlicue Danza Azteca

 

Coatlicue Danza Azteca consists of families of all ages that have dedicated themselves to preserving the teachings of traditional danza azteca with the leadership of Jose and Helga Garza. Danza is an agricultural harmonious prayer in motion that involves the acknowledgement of sacred elements while embracing our own energy to maintain balance.

 

 

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Quetzalli Ballet Folklórico

 

Ballet Folklorico Quetzalli is an organization celebrating the colorful tradition of Mexican folkloric dance. Led by Vanessa Ramirez, the group began as a recreational class. As one of very few East Valley folklorico groups currently operating, interest in the dance troupe has grown rapidly from just 6 students in June of 2005 to now more than 60. In June of 2012, Ballet Folklorico Quetzalli-AZ opened its doors to their very own dance studio. Students enjoy an exciting and fun way to express themselves through dance and learn about Hispanic heritage. 

 

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Indigenous Enterprise

 

Indigenous Enterprise believes in the three "P's": Preservation, which they persue through teaching. Performance of traditional dance and song. And finally, progression, understanding that culture changes with its people and that they can be pioneers of this cultural movement.

 

 

 

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Grupo Axé Capoeira

 

Capoeira is an Afro-Brazilian martial art developed in the late 1500s by African and Indigenous slaves in Brazil as a form of self-defense from their oppressors. It is marked by its agile and tricky movements that may be executed anywhere from an upside-down position to a gravity-defying kick. It has a strong acrobatic component in some styles and is always played with music.  

 

Grupo Axé Capoeira of Scottsdale is well-known throughout Greater Phoenix for laboring tirelessly to share the cultural richness of capoeira, sharing a positive message of respect, diversity, and community. 

 

 

La capoeira es un arte marcial afrobrasileño desarrollado a finales del siglo XVI por esclavos africanos e indígenas en Brasil como una forma de autodefensa de sus opresores. Está marcado por sus movimientos ágiles y engañosos que pueden ejecutarse en cualquier lugar, desde una posición invertida hasta una patada que desafía la gravedad. Tiene un fuerte componente acrobático en algunos estilos y siempre se toca con música.
El Grupo Axé Capoeira de Scottsdale es conocido en todo el Gran Phoenix por trabajar incansablemente para compartir la riqueza cultural de la capoeira, compartiendo un mensaje positivo de respeto, diversidad y comunidad.

 

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