| Program Type | Performance |
| Art Form | Dance & Movement |
| Curriculum Connections | Social Studies | Language Arts / Literacy |
| Target Grades | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 |
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Testimonial
"Ms. Tere Luna gave my students a wonderful performance that engaged them in enjoyable, culturally relevant activities. My students learned about Mexico and were able to learn simple dance steps. The activities helped my students focus. The workshop supported very well the unit I had prepared."
-Ms. Rita Blair (7th and 8th grade social studies teacher), Kinsella Magnet School for the Performing Arts; April 2022.
-Ms. Rita Blair (7th and 8th grade social studies teacher), Kinsella Magnet School for the Performing Arts; April 2022.
Description
Ms. Luna performs a Mexican folkloric dance from a particular region of Mexico with appropriate music and wearing the colorful traditional attire of that region. Performances can be specific to Mexican celebrations or holidays in a particular month--i.e. Day of the Dead (October or November), Cinco de Mayo (May), and Mexican Independence Day (September). Ms. Luna explains the cultural and historical context of the music and dance style. Students are asked to participate, doing simple steps so they can follow the choreography.
Objectives
Through this program, students will:
(1) learn about an important cultural tradition or holiday celebration from Mexico through a presentation with related folkloric songs and dances
(2) engage in guided dance/movement activities that reinforce motor skills and rhythmic movement to music
(3) learning of Spanish words and phrases related to the arts and culture of Mexico
(1) learn about an important cultural tradition or holiday celebration from Mexico through a presentation with related folkloric songs and dances
(2) engage in guided dance/movement activities that reinforce motor skills and rhythmic movement to music
(3) learning of Spanish words and phrases related to the arts and culture of Mexico
Pricing Information
Single performance $735
Back to Back $1,050
8 piece Mariachi Band also available, call for availability and pricing.
Back to Back $1,050
8 piece Mariachi Band also available, call for availability and pricing.
Program Length
45 minutes
Participants
20-250
Technical Specifications
• Set Up: 20-25 minutes
• Break: 15 minutes
• Strike: 15 minutes
• Program Space: Stage or large open/activity space such as a gymnasium, auditorium, or large classroom with space for dancing.
• Electricity/Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi
• Audiovisual/Tech: Stand-up wireless microphone connected to sound system, Bluetooth connectivity. Smart Board for PowerPoint presentation.
• Dressing Room: Yes
• Outside Possible: Yes, could be outdoor but on a flat surface.
• Break: 15 minutes
• Strike: 15 minutes
• Program Space: Stage or large open/activity space such as a gymnasium, auditorium, or large classroom with space for dancing.
• Electricity/Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi
• Audiovisual/Tech: Stand-up wireless microphone connected to sound system, Bluetooth connectivity. Smart Board for PowerPoint presentation.
• Dressing Room: Yes
• Outside Possible: Yes, could be outdoor but on a flat surface.