The performing arts are tools that a community can use to build pride in a cultural heritage. The Greek Orthodox Church in Salt Lake City supports three levels of folkdance performing groups, the Junior and Senior Greek Orthodox Youth Association (GOYA), and the college-age Dionysius Dancers. These groups teach Greek customs and traditions to the youth who act as cultural ambassadors for the local community when they perform at festivals and celebrations. There are also several groups of musicians who play for Greek social and folk dancing in Utah.

Discover the skill, grace -- and fun -- of various forms of Greek dancing through these photos courtesy of The Utah Arts Council.

Cretan Dinner Dance on April 23, 1988

• After dinner folk dancing
• Dancers on dollar bills

Greek Orthodox Youth Association Dancers at the 1987 Living Traditions Festival

• The GOYA dancers
• GOYA Performance

Dionysius Troupe Dancers at the 1987 Living Traditions Festival

• Dancer preparation
• Dionysius Troupe Performance
• Dancing in Circles
• Skilled Moves
  
  
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