For those whose idea of “boogey-ing down” involves the Electric Slide or the Village People’s “Y.M.C.A,” it may be hard to find harmony with older and more traditional cultures on the dance floor. Folkloric Dance Company’s presentation of “Women & Dance…a Timeless Journey,” could bridge this gap in perception. The performance is a celebration of diversity, and an exploration of the bond of international sisterhood created through dance. The dancers showcase styles that span across nearly every continent, from Irish jigs to Middle Eastern belly-dancing, as well as Latin, African and Egyptian traditions. The performance features an eclectic bunch of artists whose backgrounds are as colorful as the concert itself. Gigi Fayed, a flamenco dancer from Florida, has spent 35 years in the business of physical expression, with a career that ranges from teaching yoga and acupressure to international appearances in operas, commercials and films. Andrea Beeman of New York City, known as the “Enchantress of Bioluminosity,” is another renaissance woman of sorts, with a background in both the performing arts and filmmaking. This event is part of the Niagara River Ethnic Dance Festival, and it is also the first dance performance staged at the Church, Ani DiFranco/Righteous Babe’s new event space—also home to Hallwall’s. Just make sure to leave your cowboy boots and platform shoes at home.

Saturday, May 6 at 8 pm. Asbury Hall, The Church. 341 Delaware Ave. (854-1694). $20 advance, $25 at the door.

Visit www.folkloric.org or call 876-6291.