Fiesta en el Corazón.

September hosts one of Mexico's most important celebrations; join us to celebrate independence.

We will feature a dance showcase by Colibrí Mexican Folkdance UK, directed by choreographer Magaly Flores, who will present the most representative dances from various Mexican states. Colibrí celebrates Mexico's Independence with heart through its folklore, dressing up in style and showcasing the authentic costumes and traditional dances of the states of Jalisco, Sinaloa, Oaxaca, Veracruz, and Guerrero.

Colibrí Mexican Folkdance UK is a dance group made up of native Mexicans who represent traditional Mexican dances in the northwest of England. Proudly, they promote Mexican culture through the traditional dance of their beautiful country. Since its founding in 2016, Colibrí's vibrant performances have been enjoyed by thousands of people at events including five Manchester Days and the Manchester International Day. The group has performed for the Consulate and the Ambassador of Mexico in the UK in Durham and London, the Manchester Central Library, the Liverpool Library, the University of Birmingham, Edge Hill University, the Cervantes Institute, the British Library in London, and many more.

Magaly Flores, Artistic Director of Colibrí, was born in Coyuca de Catalán, Guerrero, Mexico. She is a qualified art teacher in Mexico, specializing in dance education. She holds a degree in Education from Edge Hill University and is a member of the International Dance Council (CID), the International Council of Organizations of Folklore Festivals and Folk Arts (CIOFF), and the IIDDMAC, which researches, helps revive, promotes, and preserves the culture of many regional folk dances throughout Mexico.