The Ballet Folklórico de la Universidad de Guadalajara, one of Mexico’s most distinguished folk dance companies, will present its 60th anniversary season “Corazón de México” on three Sundays in June at the Conjunto Santander de Artes Escénicas. 
The troupe was officially founded in 1966, emerging from a folk dance group formed by students six years earlier within the university’s fine arts faculty, the Escuela de Artes Plásticas. The group quickly rose to prominence both domestically and internationally after performing at the opening ceremony of the 1968 Olympic Games in Mexico City.
One of the company’s chief goals is to preserve and share Mexico’s rich dance and musical heritage. Over the years, the troupe has performed before an estimated ten million spectators across 30 countries, earning its reputation as a national cultural treasure.
In total, 168 individuals participate at various levels, including the children’s troupe, the Ballet Infantil – the stars of tomorrow.
“Corazón de México” will take the audience on a journey through the country’s ancestral roots, festivities and traditions, brought to life by more than 80 dancers and musicians on stage. The three performances are on Sundays, June 14, 21 and 28, all at 1 p.m. Tickets are available online at the Conjunto Santander website (conjuntosantander.com). As the company’s seasons typically draw large audiences, early purchase is recommended.