Mexican Folk Dance Workshop led by Luz Castillo, director and founder of Tonatiuh, Mexican folk dance group.
Saturday November 2 | 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Recommended for Adults and Kids ages 6+
Families Welcome!
Free
Learn the most popular steps and songs danced at comparsas (or parades) during the day of the dead in this Mexican folk dance workshop with Luz Castillo, director and founder of Tonatiuh, Mexican folk dance group.
These dances are traditionally performed while going from house to house, making visits to the offerings, or at the cemetery on the Day of the Dead in Mexico. All are welcome!
Mexican Folk Dance Workshop
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Luz Castillo, Director of the Tonatiuh Dance Group
Luz Castillo, a dancer trained at the Mexican Dance School in Mexico City, her dance career began at the young age of 7. Luz had the opportunity to participate in multicultural events across Europe, performing in places such as Mallorca, Spain; Sicily, Italy; and Paris, France, before moving to Canada.
She came to Toronto by invitation to be a dance instructor for the group Alianza. A year later, she was invited to be the choreographer for Viva Mexico Dance Group.
In 2002, Luz founded her own group, Tonatiuh, with the goal of preserving and promoting Mexican folkloric traditions in Canada.
In 2014, the group expanded to include a children's section, aiming to instill pride in Mexican roots among younger generations.
Tonatiuh has participated in numerous events throughout the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), establishing itself as a key figure in promoting Mexican culture in Canada.
Cancellation Policy
This is a free event. If you have registered but are unable to attend, please let us know and we will open your spot to someone else.
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