The folklore of Rio Grande do Norte is quite rich and expressive, formed mainly by popular ‘Autos’, a sort of theatrical shows played in rhymes, and folkdances. The most remarkable ‘Autos’ are Boi de Reis, Boi Calemba, Fandango, Congos, Lapinha, Pastoril, and Caboclinhos. The main folkdances are Coco, Bambelô, Maneiro-Pau, Bandeirinhas, Capelinha de Melão, and Espontão.