You are invited to three upcoming dance classes at the Ordway!

These events are part of Ordway’s Máscaras y Milagros: Mexican Arts in MN, a series of events in October to celebrate the rich Mexican culture in Minnesota. The title reflects the elements of duality that are present in the lives of Mexicans and Mexican-Americans, which will be addressed through various topics relevant to the community. The celebration includes three performances at the Ordway by internationally renowned artists, Cultural Conversations in the community, dance classes, and a Mexican Art Exhibition at the Ordway.

For information on the various events, please visit: www.ordway.org/mexicanarts

Classes are $10 or FREE with a ticket to one of the three October World Music and Dance performances at the Ordway.

Mexica Azteca Dance Class

Monday, October 15, 6:30-7:30pm

Ordway’s Drake Room

345 Washington Street, Saint Paul

(Please enter through Ordway’s Stage Door on 5^th Street)

In this all-abilities dance workshop, students learn the symbolism and steps of traditional Mexica (Aztec) dances with Cenoch Quiroz, dancer and founder of Kalpulli Yaocenoxtli, a traditional Mexica dance and drum circle. All levels of dancers, ages eight and up, are encouraged to attend.

Delfos Modern Dance Class

Monday, October 22, 6:30-8pm

Ordway’s Drake Room

345 Washington Street, Saint Paul

(Please enter through Ordway’s Stage Door on 5^th Street)

Company members of Delfos Danza Contemporánea will teach a mixed technique class,focusing on the development of an organic, free-flowing style of movement. Their movement approach fosters a deeper understanding of the individual body, thereby facilitating the use of instinct, sensory perception, emotions and imagination in dance.

Dance experience suggested.

Latin Social Dance Class

Friday, October 26, 5:30-6:30pm

Ordway’s Drake Room

345 Washington Street, Saint Paul

(Please enter through Ordway’s main entrance)

Manuel and Carmen Rubio teach social partner dances from the Caribbean and Latin America.

Attendees to this class are encouraged to enjoy the rest of the evening at the Ordway, by purchasing a ticket to the performance of Poncho Sanchez and His Latin Jazz Band.

Classes are $10 or FREE with a ticket to one of the three October World Music and Dance performances at the Ordway.

Call Ordway’s ticket office to reserve tickets to the three dance classes and performances: 651-224-4222.