Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia Hernández at The Auditorium
Dates: 9/26/2015 - 9/27/2015
📍 Theatre: The Auditorium
50 E. Congress Parkway
Chicago, IL
Phone: 312-341-2300
Tickets: $30-73
Running Time: 2 hours
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CHICAGO – The Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University presents the return of Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia Hernández September 26 and 27. Known as “The Cultural Representative of Mexico to the World,” the troupe lights up the historic Auditorium Theatre stage with spirited dances rooted in live traditional folk music. Full of movement, rhythm and technical perfection, the company, who has been presenting cultural dance throughout the world for the past six decades, will take audiences on a journey through Mexico’s history, Saturday, Sept. 26 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 27 at 3 p.m. Tickets are $30-$73, and are currently on sale online at AuditoriumTheatre.org, by phone (312.341.2300) or in-person at the Auditorium Theatre Box Office (50 E. Congress Parkway). Subscriptions for the Auditorium Theatre’s 2015 - 2016 season and discounted tickets for groups of 10 or more are also on sale. For more information visit AuditoriumTheatre.org.
“A Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia Hernández performance is a visual manifestation of the beauty of the Mexican culture. Their energy fills not only our historic stage, but all of the Auditorium Theatre. From their precise movements to the intricate costumes to the sumptuous music, this company transports the audience to a world filled with music, color and dance. This celebration of centuries-old traditions reminds us of the rich history and passion of the Mexican people, and we are proud to share those traditions in dance with our audience,” said Executive Director Brett Batterson.
From the heart of Mexico City, Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia Hernández has presented dances that are reflective of the culture in Mexico for the past five decades. Founded in 1952 by Amalia Hernández, the ballet has historically celebrated traditional dance and musical pieces from various regions and folk music genres native to Mexico. A Chicago favorite, many of the ensemble’s works depict the traditions of indigenous Meso-American culture that delight audiences with their authentic, spirited movement.
“A Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia Hernández performance is a visual manifestation of the beauty of the Mexican culture. Their energy fills not only our historic stage, but all of the Auditorium Theatre. From their precise movements to the intricate costumes to the sumptuous music, this company transports the audience to a world filled with music, color and dance. This celebration of centuries-old traditions reminds us of the rich history and passion of the Mexican people, and we are proud to share those traditions in dance with our audience,” said Executive Director Brett Batterson.
From the heart of Mexico City, Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia Hernández has presented dances that are reflective of the culture in Mexico for the past five decades. Founded in 1952 by Amalia Hernández, the ballet has historically celebrated traditional dance and musical pieces from various regions and folk music genres native to Mexico. A Chicago favorite, many of the ensemble’s works depict the traditions of indigenous Meso-American culture that delight audiences with their authentic, spirited movement.
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