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About Us
Corazón Folklórico DC, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dance company that showcases Mexico’s rich cultural diversity through ballet folklórico in Washington, DC.
THE MISSION
Corazón promotes Mexican dance through its Ballet Folklórico classes and by building a community of passionate dancers that perform throughout the DMV area. Corazón's vision is to create a space where anyone can participate in the joy and art of Ballet Folklórico.
The dance company achieves its mission through its 3 programs: by offering engaging classes to students of all backgrounds and levels, collaborating with community members and organizations on presenting exciting dance performances at events throughout the year, and producing an annual showcase at a local DC theatre for the general public to enjoy.
Founded in 2017, Corazon Folklorico DC has been a leading dance group in the Washington, DC area. We have performed at countless events and venues, and have received numerous awards and accolades for our work.
Our History
Producing Artistic Director, Alejandro Góngora received a certificate of achievement from the Mexican Embassy's Cultural Institute of Washington, DC (MCI) for his completion of folk dance studies in July, 2016. A year later, Mr. Góngora partnered with the MCI to offer free dance classes at the Mexican Embassy's former consulate building. There he established Corazón Folklórico DC on September 18, 2017. Since establishment, the company has performed for over 18,000 spectators at more than 70 events in the DMV area.
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