The Dance of the Basarios

La Danza de los Basarios

Every year, during the patron saint’s feast of San Isidro Buensuceso, Tlaxcala, the Basarios keep alive a tradition passed down from generation to generation. Through the testimonies of the dancers and documentation of the celebration, this documentary explores the origins, meaning, and continuity of this cultural expression, highlighting its importance as a symbol of the community’s identity.