Tuesday, August 19, 2008

Flores de Colores wins awards in Las Vegas

"Cinco de Mayo Ambassadors" Flores de Colores, a folk-dancing group on the Wyoming Arts Council artists' roster, represented the city of Cheyenne at an international folk festival and competition in Las Vegas, Nevada, July 10-13.

Flores de Colores dancers presented solo, duet and group performances for judges. One solo, one duet and two small group awards were won. The dancers represented the states of Veracruz, Baja California Norte, and Jalisco, Mexico. The girl group won the trophy for most impressive of all dancers in their age level.

Director Danelle Fernandez won an award for teaching and training the dancers above their age level.