DUF 2019
Danzantes Unidos commemorates 40 years of producing the Danzantes Unidos Festival (DUF) and convening the largest gathering of folklorico artists in the country to celebrate the artistry, history and traditions of the Mexican folk dance community.
- DUF 2019 will offer 60+ congruent workshops in dance, music and related arts at Sunnyside High School (1019 South Peach Avenue) in Fresno, CA
- DUF 2019 Showcase Concerts will take place at the historic Warnors Center for the Performing Arts, 1400 Fulton Avenue, Fresno, CA
- DUF 2019 dates are April 12, 13 & 14. Save the dates!
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Registered Festival Participants
DUF 2018 "Cultura Sin Fronteras" in Fresno, CA
What to expect at DUF 2019 “40th Anniversary Gala”
- DUF Workshops: Participate in one of DUF’s folklorico workshops, which focus on educating its participants on the history, dances and music of Mexico. DUF Workshops are designed for dancers of all ages and skill levels.
- DUF Showcase Concert Series: Enjoy specially prepared choreographies by over 800 performers from over 40 participating folklorico companies from across the country during DUF’s three-day concert series. Sunday’s GALA Presentation will feature live music.
- DUF Parent Pavilion: Explore the intersection of art and culture at DUF’s free or low cost arts workshops. Designed to serve the needs of the folklorico community, family members and chaperones of registered folklorico groups are encouraged to attend a workshop at DUF Parent Pavilion, which may include DUF Tintamarresque Gallery, Folklorico Hair & Make-up, Piñata Crafting, Folklorico Zumba and so much more. Registration is required for Sewing and Folklorico Media Workshops.
- DUF Mega-Mercado: Shop for cultural accessories, jewelry, practice skirts, costumes, dance shoes, and folklorico dance attire from dozens of vendors.
- DUF Ofrenda: Remember and celebrate the lives of family members, friends and the folklorico community. The DUF community is invited to pay homage to those who have passed by placing their loved ones’ photographs at the altars.
- DUF Socials: Make memories at DUF’s Friday Fandango, UFS Meet & Greet and ¡PACHANGA! These evening and lunchtime socials are a great way to meet other members of the folklorico community.
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- Hosted Friday evening, DUF Fandango features live music and provides dancers and opportunity to engage in improvisational zapateado Veracruzano.
- Hosted Saturday during lunch, UFS Meet & Greet is a luncheon, by reservation, for leaders of collegiate folklorico groups to network.
- ¡PACHANGA! – the ULTImate dance party that should not be missed! Held on Saturday evening at the historic Rainbow Ballroom. Tickets for this family-friendly event must be purchased separately. Ages 60+ FREE (must show canas).
Applications for DUF Showcase Concert Series will open on January 16, 2019. This series is offered to highlight the work of participating groups.
Showcase Concert Series Application Prerequisite: Three quarters of showcase performers must be workshop registrants. Additionally, there must be a minimum of 10 dancers registered for groups smaller than six couples.
DUF Showcase Concert Series will take place at Warnors Center for the Performing Arts, 1400 Fulton Avenue, Fresno, CA
- DUF Showcase Concert I: Friday, April 12 – 6 PM
- DUF Children’s Concert*: Saturday, April 13 – 12 PM
- DUF Showcase Concert II: Saturday, April 13 – 6 PM
- DUF Showcase GALA Concert III: Sunday, April 14 – 4 PM
DUF 2019 Pricing
Early Registration
- $90.00Ends: January 15, 2019
Regular Registration
- $100.00Begins: January 16, 2019
Ends: February 20, 2019
Best price
Late Registration
- $120.00Begins: February 21, 2019
Ends: March 27, 2019
Onsite Registration
- $150.00Space Permitting
Showcase Bundle
$50.00 online until February 20, 2019.
The Showcase Bundle includes one ticket for every night of the DUF Showcase Concert series and is perfect for chaperones who are accompanying minors at the theater. Each ticket is limited to one person per show. Tickets will be available online for individual nights ($20/each) of the Showcase Concert series on February 21, 2019.
Pachanga Tickets
$20.00 online until March 27, 2019. $25 onsite at DUF hospitality booth. $30 at the door.
Festival Syllabus
$90.00 three-volume “La Danza y el Traje en Mexico” by Dr. Maria Guadalupe Castro Paramo.
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DUF Policies
We are aware that the classes filled up rather quickly and are exploring the opportunity to expand existing classes and add new classes. We expect to have this is place well before the Regular Registration deadline on February 20. Stay tuned.
Festival size will be limited to the first 1800 registrants. Onsite Registration will be limited to remaining space available. Minors, ages 17 and under, must submit a waiver/release signed by their parent or guardian and naming the chaperone responsible for their student. For University, College and High School groups, the deadline to submit a Purchase Order Request is January 15, 2019. For details and full list, please visit our DUF Policies page.