Angelica
Escobar, born state of Morelas, village of Tlaquiltenango, Mexico, some
two hours south of Mexico City, immigrated to Canada, 1989, eventually
settling in Brampton, Ontario. Before she came to Canada with three of
her four children, Angelica had been a local folklore dancer in community
and cultural centres in her hometown. Her passion for music led her to
co-found Alianza, a Mexican folklore group specializing in popular music
and dance. In the seven years since the group was founded,1994, Alianza
has performed at many local venues including numerous Festivals and Fiestas
staged with Caravan, Carabram, Carassauga, at the University of Toronto,
Sheridan and Seneca Colleges, Ontario Place, and various galas at numerous
hotels. In this view, Angelica's daughter, Thania, struts and clicks her
stuff at a hot venue where Mexican music and colour captivate an enthusiastic
audience. [Photo, courtesy Angelica Escobar] |