A magical day of folklore...
On March 16, 2025, the Polish National Alliance hosted its annual Song & Dance Concert at Lake Zurich High School Performing Arts Center in Lake Zurich, IL, where several Polish folk song and dance ensembles subsidized by the PNA performed. Part of PNA’s mission is to preserve Polish culture and teach younger generations of Polish Americans about their heritage. This was the 39th PNA Song & Dance Concert since its beginning in 1987. The following ensembles performed: WICI, Lajkonik, Gaiczek, Gaik, Whispers (Szepty), Hejnał, Żaki, and Polanie.
The PNA Song & Dance Concert was organized by PNA Fraternal Advisor and WICI Artistic Director Magdalena Solarz, Fraternal Events Coordinator Lukasz Dudka, and PNA staff and volunteers. Around 700 individuals attended the concert and over 300 dancers participated. Ensembles performed various Polish national dances, as well as regional dances. Dancers wore dazzling folk outfits representing various regions.
We thank all who attended and escaped into the magic of folklore with us!
The song and dance ensembles are always welcoming new dancers. Please visit the ensemble directory for more information on PNA’s dance groups.
Photos by StelmachLens
