Hispanic Heritage Month: Local folklórico company brings dance, culture to next generation

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Hispanic Heritage Month: Local folklórico company brings dance, culture to next generation
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Folklórico dancing has long been a vibrant expression of Mexican culture, and for the Lopez siblings, it's a deeply personal and enduring tradition. Esteban and Angelica Lopez, brother and sister, have helped turn their passion for the art form into a thriving community-based dance company, Ballet Folklorico Los Mextucas, that now boasts over 50 students.

Now, he’s not only a student but also a strong advocate for Folklorico’s value in teaching respect, tradition, and discipline. “You learn how to dance with somebody, the space between a man and a woman, and how to act with respect,” he said.For the Lopez siblings, the rewards of Folklorico extend beyond just dancing. Angelica highlighted the community impact: “We travel, we perform at big events—Dodgers games, Disneyland, even NASCAR.

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