Guam’s very own Inetnon Gefpå’go Cultural Arts Program is representing our island and spreading the Chamorro culture all across Europe!
The cultural dance group is currently on tour, showcasing traditional Chamorro dance, throughout Europe, and will be touring for an entire month in Belgium, Slovaenia, Croatia, and Paris.
They will be performing at the Festival Roche La Moliere in France, Festival Saint-Ghislain in Belgium, Festival Lent in Maribor, Slovenia, and the Festival Karlovac in Croatia.
The group is currently in Belgium participating in the world-renowned San-Ghislain Folklore Festival. This invitation-only festival accepts only high-quality presentations inviting professional and national dance companies from around the world.
This year, Guam will be participating with groups from Belgium, Slovakia, Kazakhstan, Indonesia, Peru, Brazil, U.S, and Chili.
“It is truly an honor to be selected to participate in such a prestigious and world recognized festival here in Europe,” said Vince Reyes, Master of Chamorro Dance and Director of Inetnon Gefpå’go. “So far, we have been received very well. It’s really inspiring to witness the high level of artistry and showmanship that each country brings”.
Topping off their trip as their last event, they will also be performing in Paris France.
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