Mitote Dance Intensive

A two-day dance workshop led by Mexican artists, designed to immerse participants in the rich cultural-contemporary dance techniques of MexicoThis opportunity allows performing artists to directly engage with international instructors without leaving the country.The workshop also serves as a platform for intercultural dialogue, introduction to diverse contemporary techniques and facilitate meaningful connections with local artists and international artists. This event takes place yearly on February in Phoenix. 

Mitote Dance Intensive is a two-day workshop for dancers seeking to expand their skills, have an intercultural experience and collaborate with well-known international artists from Mexico. The term "Mitote" originates from the Nahuatl word "Mitoti," which means dance. It embodies an ancient Aztec ritual and dance form. In Mexican slang, "mitote" signifies a lively celebration. This event pays homage to our rich Mexican culture, embracing its festive spirit and sharing it with others. At Mitote Dance Intensive Mexican artists will travel to Arizona, uniting with local artists to exchange knowledge, cultura, and perspectives on various dance disciplines.

The workshop will be led by members of Tranze Danza Contemporanea, a dance company born in Mexicali, Mexico globally known for their expertise, representing Mexico at festivals across South Korea, Costa Rica, Malaysia, Thailand, Taiwan, and the United States. They have imparted their classes to numerous international dance companies. During Mitote dance intensive, two members of Tranze Danza Contemporanea will teach two distinct contemporary dance styles to artists in Phoenix. The intensive will consist of four classes and a choreographic collaboration over two consecutive days. Each day, two 90-minute classes will be conducted, followed by a 2-hour choreographic process.

​The Mitote Open Show will be the culminating event at the end of day two of the workshops. This free and open-to-the-public gathering aims to foster community connections between Mexico and Phoenix, combining an informal educational performance with a social atmosphere.