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Criteria for Selection Submissions will be judged based on entertainment quality, technical
support, and authenticity. It is important that the highest standards for
authenticity be maintained by the leading folklórico dance companies because
their performances will be emulated by others. It was the consensus of the 2005 judges that a first place not be awarded in the future. It is the intent of our organization to honor both branches of folklórico, the traditional and the progressive. Isidro Salas, one of our esteemed judges has volunteered to write a position statement. In creating a memorable evening of dance, care must be taken to give the audience a performance that provides a variety of styles, colors, energy, traditions, and music. Not only will the quality of the submitted works be considered, but also how the submitted pieces fit together. Regions and styles that have "not" been presented in recent years will be given precedence over works that are frequently performed. A list of regions and styles that have been presented is enclosed at the end of this section. We want to educate the Dallas public and our developing dancers in the beauty and diversity of the Latino culture. Choreographers whose work is creative, experimental, and pushes the folkloric art to new limits are welcome. Artists are expected to stay true to the culture honoring the costumes, dance steps, music, mannerisms, and customs of the time they represent. This is the only competition category where directors and full time professional dancers may compete. Please use the LGC Entry form for this competition.
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Awards Each group performing in La Gran Competencia de Cuadros Folklóricos will receive a plaque in recognition of the artistic level of achievement. |
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Video Submissions Cuadros will be selected for presentation by video pre-adjudication. Each cuadro will be allowed a maximum time limit of exactly 20 minutes. The time limitation is to include the entrance, execution, bow, and exit. There is no charge to enter this competition, nor is there a limit to the number of video entries that a group may submit. Each entry must be on a separate VHS video cassette. If more than one entry is received on a VHS cassette, only the first entry will be considered. All cassettes must be clearly labeled. Video submissions will not be returned unless accompanied by a self-address and stamped envelope. Costumes are not required for the pre-adjudication of the videotapes, but they are encouraged. The deadline for video submissions is November 30th, 2005.
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Other Requirements Upon notification of acceptance groups have two weeks to submit the following information: 1. Professional quality action or dramatic photo 4X6, 5X7 or JPEG on CD. Mail to PO Box 227496, Dallas, Texas 75222 (Emailed photos will not be accepted). Email the following information to lizagallego@hawkpci.net 2. one paragraph on the history of your company 3. a monograph on the choreography to be presented 4. a list of performers in alphabetical order.
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Works Accepted No more than one entry will be accepted for performance regardless of the quality of the works submitted. Not only will the quality of the submitted works be considered, but also how the submitted pieces fit together and the works that have been presented in past years. Please study the enclosed list at the end of this section.
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Choreography Changes Companies must present the work that was submitted for pre-adjudication. Where substantial changes are necessary prior approval must be obtained on or before March 1st. Failure to receive authorization will result in disqualification. Directors may restage, recast, change the music, and make other necessary changes during the rehearsal process with the exception of changing the region, country, or style of the selected work. If you have submitted a flamenco piece you may substitute a Farruca for an Alegrias, but you may not perform Sevillanas, a Jota or any other Spanish dance without prior approval. Failure to follow the rules will result in disqualification.
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Performance Order On first board meeting following La Gran Competencia deadline, a lottery will be held to establish performance order. If the 2005 First Place Winner is returning to the competition, the director may to go first or last.
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Ticket Sales The Event will presented Free of admission charge.
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To avoid processing errors, La Gran Competencia de Cuadros Folklóricos has a separate entry form. Please do not use the old forms.
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La Gran Competencia Ballet Folklórico Mexico 2000 Ballet Folklórico Mexico 2000 Alegre Ballet Folklórico Entre Amigos Grupo Folklórico Jaguar Compańia Folklórica Alegria Mexicana
Ballet Folklórico Huehuecoyotl Sones Jarabes y Concheros de Guanajuato Directed by Julian Hernandez Elgin, Illinois Ballet Folklórico Mexicapan Nayarit Tierra Caliente Directed by Victor Castillo Jr. San Antonio, Texas Alegre Ballet Folklorico Veracruz Jarocho Pedro Perez III, Director Dallas, Texas Ballet Folklórico Quetzalcoatl Nayarit Mestizo Juan Manuel "Nery" Cruz, Director Aurora, Illinois Grupo Folklórico Tabasco Nayarit Costa Directed by Rolando Rodriguez and Esthela Mendoza La Joya ISD, La Joya, Texas Mexico 2000 Ballet Folklórico Cuadro de Michoacan, Apatzingan--Sones y Jarabes Planecos Alex and Mary Palencia, Directors Dallas Area La Compańia Folklórica Alegria Mexicana Nuevo Leon (Ayer y Hoy) Centro, Casino y Valdiosera Isidro Salas, Director Houston, Texas La Gran Competencia 2003 Presentation
Mexico 2000 Cuadro de Michoacan, Apatzingan--Sones y Jarabes Planecos Directed by Alex Palencia Dallas, Texas Compańia Folklórica Alegria Mexicana Cuadro de Hidalgo, Boda-Cintas y Mestizo Directed bu Isidoro Salas Houston, Texas Grupo Folklórico Mexico Lindo Cuadro de Tamaulipas Norte Directed by Raul Hernandez Dallas, Texas Ballet Folklórico Huehuecoyotl Cuadro de Tabasco Directed by Julian Hernandez Elgin, Illinois Ballet Folklórico Azteca Cuadro de Tres Regiones de Nuevo Leon Directed by Rosalio Pena Houston, Texas
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Choreography Presented in 2002 Mexico 2000 Cuadro de Baja California Directed by Alex Palencia Mexico en Danzas Cuadros de Jalisco Directed by Isaac Ledesma Grupo Folklórico Tabasco Cuadro Colombiano Directed by Rolando Rodriguez and Esthela Mendoza Grupo Folklórico Mexico Lindo Cuadro de Veracruz Directed by Raul Hernandez Ballet Folklórico Huehuecoyotl Cuadro de Nuevo Leon Directed by Carlos Rodriguez Ballet Folklórico of the University of Texas at Pan American Concheros and Veracruz Directed by Frank Muńoz
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Choreography Presented in 2001 Mexico 2000 Cuadro de Jalisco Directed by Alex Palencia Huehuecoyotl (Dallas) Cuadro de Veracruz Directed by Carlos Rodriguez Ballet Folklórico Alegre Cuadro Creativo, Angeles y Diablos Directed by Pedro Perez Ballet Folklórico Azteca de Fort Worth Inc. Cuadro Popurri (Jalisco) Directed by Carol Alvarado
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