On June 29, 2024, the Surrey Folk Dancers had the privilege of performing at the Korean festival held in North Vancouver. With only five minutes to showcase our diverse repertoire, we shared a medley of folk dances. We began our performance with the Eastbourne Rover, a traditional English folk dance known for its lively steps and spirited music. Next, we transported the audience to Israel with the energetic dance, Tzadik Katamar. Our third dance was Jo ‘n Jo Tango, a captivating blend of Argentine tango and American influences. We then moved to one of our favourite dances, Fado Português de Nós. Our final dance was the Hora de Mana, a Romanian circle dance. The audience clapped excitedly during Hora de Mana, showing their enjoyment and appreciation.

The enthusiastic response from the audience, especially during Hora de Mana, was incredibly rewarding. Their clapping and cheers filled us with a sense of accomplishment and reinforced the importance of cultural exchange through dance. A good time was had by all the Surrey dancers who participated.