TOCANDO TIERRA

Los Lupeños’ new folklórico concert, Tocando Tierra, is the latest creation of Artistic Director Samuel Cortez. This show aims to convey how dance is a powerful energy that deeply connects us to our shared earth, culture, heritage and traditions. The dichotomy between unique and shared experiences amongst each other that connects us as humans is the ultimate message. Stomping on the same land creates a spiritual and ancestral connection amongst humans, as this same land provides nourishment, identity, community, and a sense of belonging in the same plane. We are all one through the universal human connection of dance.

Tocando Tierra features the premieres of Danza de los Migueles from Tzinacapan, Puebla, El Carnaval Zoque-Coiteco from the state of Chiapas, Huapangos from the state of Hidalgo and as well as restaged suites of Los Zacatecanos, Calabaceados de Baja California, Sones Arribeños de Xichú, Nuevo León Centro, and Sones de Jalisco. 

Accompanying Los Lupeños and Los Lupeños Juvenil are the talented musicians of Madrigal Musical, Ensemble Folklórico de Veracruz, and Mariachi Estelar.

 

Tocando Tierra is possible due to the generosity of our sponsors, many personal donations, and the collaboration of our team of volunteers. In particular, we would like to thank:

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School of Arts and Culture @MHP

The nonprofit School of Arts and Culture (stewards of the Mexican Heritage Plaza in East San José) partners with nonprofit arts organizations like ours to bring cultural, educational, and entertaining events to the community.

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City of San José

Supported in part by an Operations Grant from the City of San José Office of Cultural Affairs.

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SVCreates

Supported in part by an Unrestricted Operating Grant from SVCreates, in partnership with the County of Santa Clara.

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William and Flora Hewlett Foundation

Supported in part by a Performing Arts Operations grant from the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation.