PÁS Featured in Light Up Night Press Conference

11/03/2012

 
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November 2, 2012 - Members of PÁS proudly showed off their costumes at this year's Pittsburgh Light Up Night Press Conference. 

The group is scheduled to perform on November 24th at the The Peoples Gas Holiday Market™in Downtown Pittsburgh's Market Square.

The Peoples Gas Holiday Market will feature regional, national, and international vendors to showcase authentic gift items from around the world that can’t be found anywhere else in the City, including quality collectibles and novelties from popular foreign countries such as Russia, Switzerland, and Italy.  Entertainment will be provided by a variety of performers, including local dance groups, choirs and carolers, showcasing Pittsburgh’s rich cultural heritage.  

For more information about this event click here. To view the press release and video click here. 
 

PÁS to perform for Slovak President at NJ Festival

09/13/2012

 
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PÁS will have the honor of entertaining the president of Slovakia, Ivan Gašparovič, at the New Jersey Slovak Festival on Sunday, September 23rd. The festival will take place at the PNC Bank Arts Center in Holmdel, NJ. 

For more information about this event, visit our Events page.  

 

PÁS Hosts End of Summer Picnic

08/31/2012

 
On August 26th PÁS held a fun-filled picnic at Monroeville's Evergreen Park in Monroeville, PA. 

Open to PÁS members, family and friends, the event featured a variety of Slovak and American food, Slovak-themed games for the children, a water balloon toss, and an exciting game of volleyball. 

PÁS hopes that this will be an annual event in the years to come.

Click here to view even more pictures of the 2012 Picnic.
 

Slovak Day at Kennywood 2012 A Hit!

07/31/2012

 
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We had so much fun at Kennywood and hope you did too! 

The PAS Adult Group debuted our 2012 performance in Pittsburgh featuring competitive stamping dances. 

PAS Junior and Maly groups danced to a playful set of children's dances. The children's display featured Popluska, the Slovak Cinderella story. 

Here are just a few pictures. More coming soon!
 

89th Slovak Day at Kennywood Park Tickets Available

06/30/2012

 

Ticket Prices:
Kids 2 and under: Free
3 to 54 years old: $23.00
55 to 70 years old: $12.00
Over 70 years old: Coupon available
Purchase Slovak Day tickets through PÁS and help support our ensemble and other Slovak organizations throughout the Pittsburgh region.

PÁS performs a new program each year at Kennywood's Slovak Day.
Additional event highlights include performances by the Pittsburgh Slovakians, a display created by the PÁS Junior Group, the Slovak Food Kitchen featuring traditional Slovak entrees and delicacies, and a Slovak Mass. Ticket includes all-day ride pass for Kennywood Park.

Click here to order tickets in advance and support to support this worthy event. 
 

Follow PÁS on Twitter

06/30/2012

 
https://twitter.com/pasfolkensemble


Links are also available at the top of this website
 

Now Holding Dance Auditions

05/30/2012

 
PÁS Auditions are now in progress.

We're especially looking for strong, energetic men ages 14+ for the Adult Group Ensemble. Prior dance experience is a plus, but not required.

Dances include a variety of gender-specific performances, including the Men's Ax and Stick Dances, and the Women's Karičkas, as well as couples dances.

Member benefits include:
- Opportunities to travel and meet people 
   from different cultures (both in the U.S.
   and abroad)
- Education and immersion in Slovak culture
- A fun and supportive environment
- Performing for a wide range of audiences
- Working with a great group of people
- Learning the Slovak language

Come see what all the excitement is about!
Join us for a rehearsal, no strings attached. We meet every Friday night at 8:00 PM at the Crossroads Presbyterian Church Hall on Haymaker Road in Monroeville, PA.

Attending a rehearsal is a great opportunity to meet members, talk to the director, and discover more about the group and whether you'd like to join us. Rehearsal updates may be found by viewing our calendar.

For additional Membership information click on the Membership menu above. 
 

PÁS Hoagie Sale Now - June 15th

05/21/2012

 
PÁS is a non-profit organization whose performers, staff, and director volunteer their time and efforts in order to keep Slovak folk life alive.

Fundraisers and additional contributions supply the group with the necessary resources to continue our mission, from costume material to assisting with the cost of gasoline needed to perform at our many shows. Your support goes along way and we thank you for your generosity!

Orders are due by June 15th for pick-up on Sunday, June 24th.

Hoagies are $6 each.
Description: 16-inch sub with fresh baked bread, provolone, salami, ham, & cappicola; lettuce & onion bagged separately. Italian dressing also included.

For more information or to fill out an order form please click here.

Thank you for your generous contributions!

 

Now Offering Instrumental Lessons!

03/29/2012

 
As part of PÁS membership, performers can also learn how to play an instrument from senior PÁS Musicians! Lessons are available for clarinet, recorders, and more!
 

PÁS to perform in Downtown Disney and at Slovak Winter Gardens

02/23/2012

 
Click here for details.
 
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