Brazil's only professional folk dance company, Bale Folclorico Da
Bahia, makes its Alex Theatre debut with "Bahia De Todas As Cores"
(Bahia of All Colors). This two-hour program is an explosive mix of
rhythm, motion, and color. The Alex Theatre presents Bale Folclorico
Da Bahia without intermission, on Friday, October 1, at 8:30 p.m.
"Bahia of All Colors" opens with the origins of the world based on
African legend. It shows the history of the African slaves who were
brought to Bahia by the Portuguese in the 1500s. Forced to abandon
their families, cultures, and countries, and suffering under the
worst conditions of slavery, they survived by maintaining faith in
their Gods (Orixas). Together, the African slaves, the Portuguese and
the native Indians of Brazil created one of the richest and most
diverse cultures in the world.
"Bahia of All Colors" is based on the expression of popular Bahian
culture and folklore, such as Capoeira (a form of martial arts),
Maculele (flashing blades and sticks), and Samba de Roda -- the
Capoeira being the only folkloric manifestation in the performance
that remains in existence today.
To buy tickets or for more information, please call (818) 243-2539
or visit the Alex Theatre website at www.alextheatre.org. The Alex
Theatre is located at 216 N. Brand Boulevard in downtown Glendale.
