Students showcase six traditional Mexican folklore dances that carry decades of practice and centuries' worth of history, along with a storyline that intertwines with the regional dances in Grupo Folklorico Los Mejicas 52nd Annual Spring Show.
Audiences are invited to follow the beautiful bond between two siblings, Sol and Valentin, which transcends physical distance. Sol, in her final year at UC Santa Cruz, reflects on her hardships and personal growth which becomes a source of inspiration for Valentin when deciding which college to attend the following year. Through this story of sibling love, the production shares a lesson, one that will resonate with Mejicas members and audiences, that distance can't diminish the love and support of family.
Everyone is encouraged to arrive early to check out the food and photo opportunities at La Placita in the outdoor lobby area of the theater. Aguas frescas and pan dulce will be available for purchase before the show and during intermission. Audiences are also encouraged to come in their traditional clothes to join in this joyous occasion.
ADMISSION
- Tickets on sale online only at Eventbrite.com
FRIDAY: https://Los-Mejicas-Friday.eventbrite.com
SATURDAY: https://LosMejicas-Saturday.eventbrite.com - Doors are scheduled to open 30 minutes prior to event start time
- The event is approximately 2 hours with a 15-minute intermission
- Visit La Placita for food, beverage, merchandise and a photo booth before and after the show and during intermission
FULL SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
- 2 performances: Fri, May 31 & Sat, Jun 1
- Both performances begin at 7:30 p.m.
- La Placita opens in the outdoor lobby from 6:30 p.m for food, beverage, and merchandise sales and a photo booth
PARKING
- Lot 126 is the closest parking lot to the event
- Parking is by UCSC permit, Park Mobile, or pay $5 cash/credit to the on-site parking attendant in Lot 126
- More visitor parking information here
ABOUT LOS MEJICAS
Los Mejicas offers a space that promotes culture through the art of traditional Mexican dance, and also serves as a retention space for Latinx students.
Email: losmejicas@gmail.com
Instagram: @losmejicas