Living Traditions Folk Ensemble was created in 2000 to keep alive the dances, songs and culture of our Polish, Croatian Carpatho-Rusyn ancestors. For over 20 years, LTFE has performed at ethnic and cultural events throughout Ohio, PA, NY, and at Memphis in May International Festival in Tennessee, and at Walt Disney World in Florida. The Brecksville-based group also has also offered folk dance workshops, presented cultural education programs, and curated folk costume exhibits.
Director, Choreographer and Co-founder of LTFE, Cathy Piłat Katrenich is an award-winning professional with more than 30 years of experience in ethnic folk dance. She embodies the joyful spirit of this tradition and is passionate about enthusiastically sharing her knowledge with youth, adults and seniors in ways that it is appealing to each level.