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Dance Classes: ¡Baile! Mexican Folklórico Dance

9:30 am OR 11:30 am In anticipation of Cinco de Mayo, students are invited to participate in a unique cultural movement workshop with local dance instructors leading the way.  A terrific way to increase physical activity and cultural awareness at the same time! This is a free event with registration. Limited availability. Limit 45 per session For a PDF with all of the education opportunities please click HERE. If you would like to register please click HERE. For more information please contact Elena Baca at ElenaD.Baca@state.nm.us or call her direct line (more…)

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Aliento: Carnaval 2017

7:30 pm Come celebrate Carnaval as the NHCC and Frank Leto Musical Ventures turn the Albuquerque Journal Theatre into the set of a television dance show! As in years past, the Odara Dance Ensemble and the musical group PANdemonium will take you on a journey through the Carnaval traditions of Cuba, Trinidad, Brazil and New Orleans. But this year, the audience will be joining the celebration! As Fernando Fresquez hosts the dazzling spectacle of vibrant dance, engaging music, and beautiful costumes you have come to expect, there

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Aliento: Jesús Muñoz Flamenco, íntimo

8 pm both days Jesús Muñoz Flamenco’s new production, íntimo, takes you deep into the heart of the company to reveal never-before-seen works.  Join the cast as they take you on an intimate journey through the heart of Andalucia. Presented in partnership with Casa Flamenca. For more information on Casa Flamenca and pre-sale tickets, please visit casaflamenca.org. $25, $40, $50, $60, $75 w/ $5 discount for seniors/students

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Festival Ballet Albuquerque Presents The Nutcracker Ballet in the Land of Enchantment

7 pm—Friday & Saturday 2 pm—Saturday & Sunday Festival Ballet Albuquerque, with choreography by Patricia Dickinson Wells, and full live orchestra under the baton of Maestro Guillermo Figueroa, present The Nutcracker Ballet in the Land of Enchantment.  This beloved holiday classic comes to life in the late 1800s in territorial New Mexico, with many surprises including Spanish and flamenco dancers, dancing southwestern snakes, sheep and shepherdesses, hummingbirds, a lively fandango, and a storyteller doll with children.  Traditional favorites such as the Sugar Plum Fairy, Snowflakes, and Flowers

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(Des)Encaracolarse (Rental)

Saturday at 8 pm, Sunday at 2 pm (Des)Encaracolarse uses flamenco to explore the myriad metaphors contained in a seashell. The world-class artists and performers in Alice Blumenfeld’s company journey through the curves and spirals, echoes and reflections that make up the odysseys of shells. The title comes from a word invented by Pablo Neruda to show his obsession with shells. The performance premieres original artwork, choreography, music, and costuming, along with traditional sounds of Spain and Latin American poetry. Blumenfeld’s dancing has been called “sharp and

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ABQ Latin Dance Festival 2016: Orquesta Canela with Special Guest Micky Cruz

6:30 pm to 12 pm Grab your dancing shoes and turn up the heat at the annual Albuquerque Latin Dance Festival! The four-day rhythm and movement celebration offers performances by world-class dancers as well as non-competitive dance showcases, parties, and workshops. Additional attractions include dance films, lectures, and live musical performances. The festival’s main concert on Saturday night features Orquesta Canela, a 14-piece all-women salsa band from Colombia, and Grammy-nominated artist Micky Cruz, for a magical night of music and dance on the NHCC’s Plaza Mayor. Founded

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