The Folklorico Club hosted a show in front of the quad on Monday during lunch time, to celebrate Dia de los Muertos.

Folklorico is a special and traditional style of dance that originated in Mexico. The name refers to the folklore of the country. It was inspired by many different cultures coming from African, Indigenous, and European cultures. What makes folklorico stand out is the vibrant colors of the dancers costumes and its unique choreography.

The dance is a way to celebrate, connect, and preserve Mexican culture. Folklorico are folktales that tell a story through its symbolic dance.

Daniela Carril, one of the dancers from the Folklorico Club, talks about how folklorico is more than a style of dance. She says how the dance can express a story, like the tragic legend of La Llorona.

“I think there’s a dance called La Llorona, there are little myths that usually get turned into a dance.” Carrill Said.

Sonia Rocha, another member of the Folklorico Club at Del Mar, explains how each dance was their way to celebrate Dia de los Muertos, using the dance to express their emotions and respect for their loved ones. The club ensures that Mexican culture and traditions are passed down and continue to be celebrated.

“The dances shown was about honoring the loved ones who have passed, and we honor them by embracing our roots.” Rocha said.

Another member of the Folklorico Club, Alexis Ruiz talks about how her ethnicity, Mexican-American, made her join folklorico, wanting to learn and be more connected to her culture.

“I like folklorico because it gets me to be more connected to my culture and learn more about it, it helps me get involved in both my culture and in school.” Ruiz said.

Ruiz and many people in the club feel the same way about folklorico. Folklorico is not just a dance, it’s about being able to celebrate and tell stories, it is their way of connecting with and celebrating their culture.