Our Dance Productions
Mexico 2000 produces four different thematic shows each year for the students of our school and, likewise, features the official Mexico 2000 Ballet Folklorico Advance Dance Company.
These events take place at the:
Granville Arts Center
300 N. 5th St. Garland, TX 75040
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Mexico 2000 Annual Productions
Our Production # 80 in 26 years!
- In our production #80, students from the Mexico 2000 Folklorico Dance School and the Advance Company will showcase an array of traditional dance performances, including Huapangos Norteños from Coahuila and Nuevo Leon Linares, Sones Huastecos from Tamaulipas, a Wedding in Chilapa Guerrero, Bailes de Mocorito Sinaloa, Nayarit Costa, a Palenque in Jalisco, and a special representation featuring dances from Puebla!
- Cinco de Mayo commemorates the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862, a pivotal moment during the Second French Intervention in Mexico. Although the victory was temporary—the French eventually occupied Mexico City—it remains a powerful symbol of Mexican resistance and cultural pride.
- This struggle for freedom is expressed through this elaborate ballet folklorico performance—a stand against foreign domination and a celebration of liberation from the French yoke—which commemorates the end of foreign oppression, symbolizing Mexico's sovereignty and freedom.
Fiestas de Mexico!
- México 2000 Ballet Folklórico is excited to unveil its new and spectacular artistic production, "Viva México" which will captivate audiences this September.
- This enchanting performance will take attendees on a vibrant journey through the rich cultural landscape of México, highlighting the enduring traditions and diverse dance performances that define this country.
- "Viva México" will showcase the magic, light, and color of traditional México on stage, featuring typical dances and costumes from various regions, creating an enchanting atmosphere for all who attend.
- Join us as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with this remarkable display of Ballet Folklorico!
Dia de Muertos /Day of the Death
- Mexico 2000 presents: "Día de los Muertos" a spectacle that captures the spirit of the holiday as it is celebrated within the framework of this beautiful tradition.
- The staging interweaves the traditions of the Day of the Dead—including the mystical altars erected in homes and cemeteries—with the vigils and festivities surrounding this celebration, which is fundamental to the life of the Mexican people.
- The program features traditional dances that serve as a testament to local culture, among them the "Dance of the Butterflies," inspired by the monarch butterflies that return to this region year after year to spend the winter.
- The dancers will perform clad in colorful costumes and makeup evocative of this tradition; some dances will adopt a tone that blends comedy and drama, incorporating recitations of *calaveritas* (witty verses) that parody Mexican culture and society throughout history. One segment of the event will feature dancers costumed as *Catrinas* and skeletons, performing the festive dances characteristic of this region.
Christmas in Mexico!
- For 25 consecutive years, México 2000 Ballet Folklórico, under the direction of Mary and Alex Palencia, has been proudly presenting the beloved holiday play, "Christmas in México" or "Navidad en México," a Pastorela-Dance.
- This signature production is a vibrant cultural event that showcases the Nativity through the artistry of over 70 performers. They bring to life the story of Jesus Christ's birth using traditional Mexican folk dance and music.
- The dance performances are structured into several symbolic episodes, illustrating the journey from the birth of Jesus to the most cherished Christmas celebrations in Mexico—expressed through dance and folkloric performances that beautifully integrate faith, indigenous culture, and Spanish influence.
- Highlights include La Piñata, the Three Wise Men, and the festive spirit of Feliz Navidad!