John A. Logan College to Host the Essence of Folklore Performance on May 3
Published on April 17, 2025
John A. Logan College will present The Essence of Folklore, a traditional Mexican dance and music celebration, on Saturday, May 3, 2025, in the O’Neil Auditorium.
The event will feature a performance by the acclaimed Mexican Folkloric Dance Company of Chicago, joined by SIU’s Folkloric Dos Fronteras. The ensemble Cuerdas Clásicas will provide musical accompaniment.
Admission is free and open to the public.
“This is a unique opportunity for the community to experience the rich traditions of Mexican culture through dance and music,” said Matt Garrison, Professor of English and Department Chair of the Humanities and Social Science Department.
For more information, contact Matt Garrison at (618) 985-2828, ext. 8387, or email at matt.garrison@jalc.edu.