Alfredo Luna Santiago

In March, 2023 we welcomed Alfredo Luna Santiago of Coyutla, Veracruz, México. Maestro Luna Santiago belongs to the talented new generation of researchers, directors, and choreographers in México. He teaches folklórico at many levels including to university students where he assigns them field research projects. Maestro Luna Santiago’s main area of research has been in the huasteca region of Veracruz, specifically in the area around his hometown, Coyutla. Based on his detailed studies, the maestro created stage versions of the ceremonial huapango dances of the area. While in residency with Los Lupeños dance companies, he also gave a public workshop on Huapangos con Banda de Chicontepec with a lecture following. 

This Residency was sponsored by generous grant support from the Hewlett Foundation.