Invited by folk festivals, tourist offices and local fete committees, Leinua regularly performs its traditional Basque dances.
« … elegance and technical skill are evident in this group which is not a beginner (…) The traditional dances, somewhat arranged for the occasion, are surprisingly technical, letting couples, one couple or simply boys and girls lead the dance (…) legs jigging to traditional tunes played with passion… »
Info France – Canada, 16th july 2001
« … we were honoured with great art in the field of folk dancing. From the first step, the jubilant audience marked the tempo by enthusiastic clapping (...) The demonstration, as it can only be described, given by Leinua of souletine dances, was a model of the genre. » Sud-Ouest, 18th august 1997
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« … The Leinua troupe was a smash hit at the Chambre d’Amour. After the interval, the souletin group worked wonders (at the moment, it is one of the best, if not the best) (…) For the finale, a furious fandango and a typical quadrille amazed the overcome audience… » Sud-Ouest, 15th august 1997
« … a real treat for the audience with the prestigious Leinua troupe. Perfect unity; richness of costume, fluidity in the changes between dances. » Sud-Ouest, 22nd august 1996

« … The return of furious pace with the dancers of the Leinua company who demonstrated the diversity of Basque dancing…… » La Semaine du Pays Basque, 16th august 1996
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