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Los Quetzales dance concert, live music by Grupo Fenix The music and dance traditions of beautiful states from North to South, Chihuahua, Sinaloa, Chiapas, Jalisco and more !!

LOS quetzales Mexican dance Ensemble A Showcase of Beauty, dazzling Colors, energy and elegance in motion

Los Quetzales Mexican Dance Ensemble, founded in Arlington, VA in 1998, by its Executive and Artistic Director, Laura Ortiz. Los Quetzales is supported in part by Arlington County, Arlington Economic Developement Cultural Affairs, and by the Arlington Commission for the Arts. Los Quetzales collaborates with local Arlington County supported groups, performing and participating in various events thorugh the year, such as International Festivals, Hispanic Heritage Month Celebrations, Arlington County Schools, and Festilvals, and Schools and Parish festivals.
Los Quetzales presents two dance concerts per year, accompanied by live music. These theatre programs bring our communities together, to celebrate the festive, colorful, and diverse music and dance of Mexico. The company has gained for the past 25 years, the reputation of being 'Northern Virginia's Leading Performing Company of Mexican Folkore.' The company is committed to Artistic Excellence, and Quality Programs. Presenting the rich cultural traditions of Mexico with colorful authentic costumes, dance traditions and culture in a unique display of energy, dazzle and color, in sync, showcasing the vibrant and diverse music and dance styles of Mexico's states.
Among our most recent performances & collaborations are: World Culture Festival, Arlington County Gunston Theater One, PrioBangla Multicultural Festival, Arlington Schools, Libraries and International Festivals, Kennedy Center-Millennium Stage, GALA Hispanic Theater, The Mexican Cultural Institute, the Embassy of Mexico, District Bridges Washington DC, Arlington's St. Ann's Catholic Church, Things To Do DC, Prince George's County Department of Parks and Recreation, and Arlington's Hispanic Heritage Month Events and Celebrations.

LOS Quetzales MEXICAN Dance Ensemble is Traditions and culture as its core

Los Quetzales presents an annual theater dance concert accompanied by live music. A dazzling display of colorful costumes, dynamic dances in sync with rhythmic footwork, and vibrant twirling skirts. Quetzales programs bring Mexico's warmth, rich culture and traditions live to the stage. Professional artists in the music of Mexico accompany these special annual dance concerts. Join us in celebration of Mexico'srich culture.

Highlights of previous theatre PERFORMANCe events

  • CLASSES and Master Dance Workshops
  • Classes for Children 8 to 12 and
  • Classes for Teens Ages 13 to 15
  • For Young adults 16 to 18
  • Adult Classes for 18 and up
  • Master Dance Workshops - Twice a year
The company presents an annual theater dance concert with live music in mid October. Representing the diverse cultural traditions of Mexico's 31 states, from the Jaranas of the Yucatan Peninsula to the Polkas and Shotizes of Chihuahua and other Northern states. The theatre programs are accompanied by live music with professional artists muscicians from Mexico and the US.

Los Quetzales Mexican Dance Ensemble established 26 years of artistic excellence in Mexican folklore gained the reputation as Northern Virginia Premiere performing company

Artistic excellence is our Standard artistic quality our goal
Become an ARTS PATRON support Los Quetzales Mexican Dance Ensemble's Theatre Programs, dance and music classes, and other local community activities and events. CLICK HERE TO DONATE
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music and master dance workshopS Twice a year by master ARTISTS - Music experts from mexico and the US photo courtesy of Master Harpist Delfino guerrero from veracruz mexico

Dance classes year round ~ Become great Performers Call for available Class SCHEDULEs

These classes do not require previous dance experience. Students will learn footwork-rhythmic patters, along with the basic dances of some regions. Mexican folk dance techniques are implemented in a similar way to basic ballet. Mexican folkloric footwork, and dance techniques per regions. Students will learn dances of several states, and (or) diverse styles with choreography.
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED FOR the advance level DANCE classes saturdays 12:00 pm to 1:00 pM please call for information and space availability
Technical footwork, quality, precision and sync of rhythmic patterns are the focus of this class. Skill developement will increase as the dancers are taught more complex, diverse dance styles of various regions of Mexico. Class is advanced level and it requires previous experience, discipline, desire to learn, exercise level is high, but class is also fun. Mexican Folklore is culturally rich, varied, and energetic. Students will gain greater technical skills, and dance abilities, along with learning various stage choreographies.
Intermediate level class FRIDAYS 7:00 TO 8:00 PM please call for information and space availability
This class require some previous dance experience -- consistency is the key. Attending class on a regular basis is essential to advance to the next level. Students will learn several traditional dances of various states as well as diverse dance styles. They will also develop technical footwork skills and sync of rhythmic patterns. Students will learn about the various cultural influences of each region, join us to learn more.

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Dance Studio is conveniently located adjacent to Arlington popular Shirlington area with great shops and restaurants. Dance Studio location is also minutes from downtown DC.