Grandeza Mexicana Folk Ballet Company was founded by Jose Vences, in September 2003. Grandeza Mexicana Folk Ballet Company currently has over 30 dancers and is a non-profit performing arts organization. The company was formed with the intention of advancing the field of Mexican folk ballet, building the public's appreciation for the diversity and depth of Mexican culture and presenting high-quality dance productions.
With signature pride in the rich national culture, Grandeza Mexicana Folk Ballet Company presents high-quality dance productions that represent the diverse regions of Mexico. Whether choreographic works depict celebrations, ceremonies or daily rituals, they are a colorful slice of the flavor of Mexico. Backed by careful research, GMFBC's choreography is committed to preserving the traditions and customs of Mexico's historic past and promising present.
José Vences
Dancers
Joanie Kailany
Erica Bawek
Lilia Muniz
Diana Cantu
Camille Contreras
Jazmin Sanchez
Vanessa Koneffklat
Cristina Romero
Alexandra Mora
Maria Romero
Iliana Rendon
Jennifer Calito
Rosa Murrieta
Rossy Perez
Rikki Esquer
Monique Lopez
Eva Cordova
Noemi Roble
Natalie Torres
Ruby Muniz
Adrian Saldana
Carlos Escamilla
Isaac Villarreal
Isai Pazos
Igancio Delgado-Hernandez
Jose Luis Gonzalez
Jose Ybanez
Miguel Marron
Juan De La Rosa
Elias Roldan
Martin Rodriguez
Victor Mendoza
Adrian Altamirano
Eutikio De La Kuesta
Los Hermanos Herrera
Jorge Andres Herrera
Luis Albino Herrera
Juan Pablo Herrera
Miguel Antonio Herrera
Rebecca Isabel Herrera
Jose Marcelino Herrera
Grupo Cuicatlan
Gerardo Palma
Cruz Armas
Robert Rodriguez
Andres Hernandez
Ismael Hernandez
Juan Halcon
Lucio Ramirez
Guillermo Acuna
Technical Director
Chris A. FloresS
Lighting Designer
Cristina Kole
Costume Director
Elias Roldan
Costume Design
Elias Roldan, José Vences, Benny Vasquez
Costume Construction
Elias Roldan, Elvira Herrera, Catalina Garcia,
Inez Ramirez, Bertha Diaz, Lupita Onofre
Wardrobe Mistress
Rocio Arambula
Wardrobe Assistants
Rosa Hernandez, Teresa Romero, Benny Vasquez
Prop Design and Construction
Benny Vasquez, Jose Vences, Erik Diaz,
Yesenia Vargas, Catalina Garcia, Angel Gonzalez
Matlachines
Choreography: Erik Diaz
Performed by Erik Diaz and Isai Pazos
Zacatecas
Choreography: José Vences
Chirriona choreographed by Erik Diaz
Sinaloa
Choreography: José Vences assisted by Porfirio Vidal
Nuevo Leon: Somos Nortenos
Choreography: José Vences
Chihuahua
Choreography: José Vences
Performed by Los Hermanos Herrera
Calabaceados
Choreography: José Vences
Assisted by Adrian Altamirano and Igancio Delgado-Hernandez
La Loba Del Mal
Choreographed By Erik Diaz
Performed by Los Hermanos Herrera
Tamaulipas, Picotas, Floreador, Huapangos
Choreography: José Vences
Performed by Los Hermanos Herrera
Durango
Choreography: José Vences
Country Western
Choreography: José Vences
Performed by Los Hermanos Herrera
Jalisco: A Gritos Y Sombrerazos
Choreography: José Vences
Performed by Grupo Cuicatlan
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