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Danza Floricanto is Southern California’s oldest continuously active professional Mexican folk dance troupe, founded in 1975. Under the artistic direction of Gema Sandoval, the company operates the Floricanto Center for the Performing Arts in Los Angeles, located at 2900 Calle Pedro Infante, LA 90033. Their work blends regional Mexican folk dance with Chicano experiences, offering programs that typically feature five distinct selections representing diverse Mexican regions. The troupe is known for its rigorous training, passionate storytelling through movement, and community engagement that honors heritage while inviting new audiences to experience its vibrant tradition.