Xyachimal is the god of youth on the Mayan culture, and the well-being of our Hispanic youth is the group’s main concern. Dr. Priscilla Rocha had the vision to create an outlet for youth at risk where they could find something productive to do with their time as well as to keep them off the streets and mainly off drugs. That vision and her passion for her Hispanic background led to the formation of Ballet Folklorico Xyachimal back in 2002.
The group started with only a few members, and has grown to host about 80 active members plus the administrative staff. The ages of the members range from six to late thirties and there are divided in three subgroups, Children’s, Teen’s and Master’s ballet.
The group performs in various venues throughout the Las Vegas Valley, mostly to entertain Hispanic audiences during community events; and the group puts together four main performances during the year. These are to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, Children’s day, Mexican Revolution Anniversary and Xyachimal’s Anniversary.
During each of these performances the group features or highlights at least one ‘new’ region, or dances from a region of Mexico that has not been performed before. New costumes, accessories and headpieces are showcased to add to its already extensive repertoire.
This blog will be dedicated to the exciting world of Folklorico, as well as news and activities of Ballet Xyachimal, and I’ll leave you today with pictures from the Master’s ensemble in costumes of Yucatan, Jalisco and Durango .
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