Happy birthday wishes to Carl Free, Dara Patrusky, Myriam Cortez, Ricky Quintana, Elsie “Fascination” Rodriquez, Troy Sedgwick, Michael Papas and Joel Weingart.

This weeks marks the one year passing of dance extrordinaire Arte Phillips. His heart was one that cared and shared. He was sent to us to share his talents and he never disappointed. Born in NY, danced on Broadway, he traveled the country but where ever he went, it became his home. His passion and love for dance has inspired us all. Voted by the readers of DanceTalk, “Favorite All Time Dancer”. We miss you.

Our heart felt condolences go out to Giovanni “Kenny” Arditi and his family on the passing of his father Joe Arditi. He was 89 years old. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers.

Our heartfelt condolences go out to Miriam Sanchez and her family on the loss of her Mother, Lenonida Sanchez. The wake is Wednesday, Nov. 11th – Jeremiah C. Gaffneys Funeral Home, 92 Wahl Ave.
ServInwood,NY 11096, 718-471-2828, 12-9PM All day viewing. Funeral to follow next day

Available now in book stores, the inside story of Casablanca Records, “And Party Every Night” a 320 page hardcover book from co founder Larry Harris. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zu3xgVqx5nk&feature=related

Next week, November 17th, Tuesday, it’s Robin Amante & Bobby Morales’s 50th Birthday. It is sure to be a night to remember. Come out to join the celebration. DJ Bobby Morales will be spinning the best of Hustle. The doors open at 7 PM till 12:30 AM. $5 Drink Specials from 7-8PM. Hot complimentary buffet from 7:30-8:30PM. Club Sambuca 272 Post Avenue, Westbury, NY 11590

“Halloween Hustle Night” and “DJ Mark’s Surprise Birthday Celebration” Images, courtesy of Fred. Taken at Michael’s Cafe. http://whatsnew.fredf.fotki.com/

Kick off 2010 with an all inclusive dance party at sea. The Hustle & Salsa Cruise sets sail February 27th to March 4th. Its the 11th Annual Tropical Dance Convention on the Navigator Of The Seas, Join Drew, Nino and Caren for this 5-night exotic Caribbean winter getaway. Rates start as low as $590 per person. You’ll travel from Miami to Labadee to Ocho Rios and back to Florida. Fabulous meals, buffets, 15 hours of dance workshops, 10 social dance sessions, pools, spas, Broadway shows, Jack n Jill contests, dance hosts plus more. The first, original hustle dance cruise! For more details call 754 – 246 – 2874, e mail hustlecruise@hotmail.com website www.HustleCruise.com

The Zacharys $10,000 dollar dance contest continues at Sambuca, Post ave. in Westbury, NY, under the new name Long Island $10,000 Competition Dance. Coordinated by Alred Pena and Charlie. The contest resumes this Saturday, November 14th at 9 PM. details contact (516) 983-3913

Dance Pro, Carl Charles has reached out to the youth in Florida which has gained attention.
http://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/broward/fort-lauderdale/sfl-fldance1025neoct25,0,5112127.story

Hats off to Brian Fortuna as he and partner, actress Ali Bastian, received the first perfect score for their Viennese Waltz on “Strictly Come Dancing”…….the UK version of “Dancing With The Stars”.
The show was filmed at Blackpool Tower this past week.

Michael’s cafe will feature Dance Champion Silvana Gallagher as the guest teacher on Wednesday, Nov. 11th at 8:30PM. Don’t miss it. DJ Mark will spin dance music till 12:45AM. In memory of Arte Phillips, we invite everyone to come out and dance to his favorite songs. Where your Arte hat in his memory.
No cover charge, free parking. Street Road, Bensalem Pa. Next week guest teacher Joey C.

The polls are still open, be sure to vote in the 2009 DanceTalk Readers choice awards.
See details and ballot below. Get out the vote.

Sadie Hawkins night at Michael’s Cafe. Ladies, are you tired of sitting on the sidelines, waiting around for a guy to ask you to dance? On Wednesday, November 18, you will have control all evening at Michael’s Cafe where you will not have to wait to be asked for that special dance. In the spirit of Sadie Hawkins, it will be YOU that does the asking.

Make it a great week,
Ron

Behind the Scenes with Dave Paris & Zoe Klein
Zoe and I entered the competition for “America’s Got Talent” without any expectations and the outside hope that we would get an appearance on national tv. We started the auditions in New York City at Jacob Javits Center. There were thousands of people trying out, and most of the people we met were very friendly. We performed our adagio act in front of the producers and they told us they liked our act, but wanted us to perform to a more popular song. And, we had to choreograph it in 3 days. We chose the song “No Air”, not knowing how the audience or judges would receive it. We had never seen this tv show before, so on the day of the show, we were really freaked out when we found out that thunderous buzzers could interrupt our show. I was pretty nervous before getting on the stage, but Zoe was quite calm. I was worried that if we made one mistake, we would be branded for the rest of our performing lives. I thought this was a lot of pressure and my body was shaking most of the time I was backstage. Zoe just did a lot of handstands.
When we walked on stage, the judges asked us a lot of questions that was edited from TV. It was actually relaxing, because the crowd got to know us. About 10 seconds into the routine, Zoe lifted me and the crowd gave us a standing ovation. The energy only got better from there, as the audience cheered each and every lift we did. The tv showed the crowd’s excitement, but it really didn’t capture how special it was. I’ll never forget it. The next step was the elimination show in Vegas. I wasn’t particularly worried because we were on the promo tv commercial for weeks and I thought there was no way they would send us home. When Zoe pointed out that some of the same people on the commercial were being sent home the first day, then I started to freak out. We were called up to a special interview because the judges couldn’t decide about us. We had to plead our case, and prove that we were worthy enough to pass to the next round. The next round was special in many ways. We performed to the song Halo and created a magical set to match the mood of the song. We also pushed ourselves to do the hardest sequence of lifts that we ever performed, highlighted by the move where I lift up Zoe from her ankles. I had been practicing this for 3 years, and just built the strength and learned the technique to make it work. The problem was that I could only do it once a day, and when I tried to do it during dress rehearsal, I was too tired. This led to another very stressful backstage performing experience, as I had no idea what we would be able to do for the show. Fortunately, it worked, and America loved what we did. Zoe and I have different reflections on our third act, “I’m a believer.” We acknowledge that the semi-final round was not the same entertainment value of the previous shows, but we were hoping for a better reaction from the judges and America. This was disappointing because we put a lot of new material in the piece and thought that the lighthearted nature of the performance would show people a different side of ourselves and that people would like that. Some people did not like it (my mother didn’t), some did, some thought it was okay, but not as good as the other two. Well, we were eliminated and we were upset because we had a great finale planned that would have rocked America, and we felt that our act was better than many of the acts being passed. We were supported by many many people in the dance community and that was one of the best parts of the experience. We really appreciated all the e-mail and comments we got from people who have seen us and know us. A very special shout out goes to Barry Durand and Eddie Simon for going above and beyond. After AGT, we are getting offers for work performing at different events, and are often recognized on the street. That is always fun. I am still teaching during the week, but negotiating less time so Zoe and I can perform more. We do recommend any interested acts to audition for the show, but know that it will be extremely stressful, pressurized, and in the end, worth every second.
{ Paradizo Dance }
Dave Paris & Zoe Klein

2009 Readers Choice Awards Ballot
This is your official 2009 ballot. Please vote only one time. You don’t have to select a person or couple for every category. To be included, we must receive your ballot back by November 20th. (copy and paste) Please choose your favorites in the following category’s. Your selections are kept private.
The 2009 winners will be published in early December 2009.

2009 DanceTalk® Readers Choice Awards Ballot
*** Favorite DJ –
*** Favorite Female Dancer –
*** Favorite Male Dancer –
*** Favorite Dance Couple –
*** Favorite Dance Couple (not hustle) –
*** Favorite Female Instructor –
*** Favorite Male Instructor -
*** Most Improved Dancer –
*** Favorite All Time Dancer – Please do not select a previous winner. Arte Phillips (2008) Derrick Allen (2007) Eddie Vega (2006)
*** Person of the Year –

“Growth Of the Hustle” Forum Wrap Up
We had an invigorating discussion on the current state of the hustle at this years ‘World Hustle Dance Championships’. The interaction was great and well received by amateurs, professionals, teachers, DJs etc… that contributed their ideas and suggestions on the future of the hustle. This week, we are posting the Long term suggestions. In business we talk about the five pillars of success. These apply to dance as well. If your a teacher make sure your delivering these five crucial points. a great product, effective customer service, affordable fees, convenience and a wonderful overall experience

We welcome your feedback. Everyone has to help make a difference.
* Teams to demonstrate the hustle (meet up groups) at contemporary clubs, schools,
* Teachers go to smaller markets (emerging markets) to train teachers how to instruct the hustle
* All American Jack & Jill contests to take place in all the major markets with a grand finale
* Professionals come together and brain storm, share ideas, create better communication
* New identity for the hustle, new name, new basic step, differentiate it from the line dance
* More national exposure, utilize new music to capture the youth – young people want their music
Pros pursue national TV, choreograph,
* The DJ’s are the future of this dance,
* Pros teach at Universities, get on the faculty,
* Dance contests for the best social dancers, exhibitions only, more social dancing – grass roots
* create more forums and keep the momentum going

Happy birthday wishes to Jonathan Laub, George Hancock, Ken Friedman, Mike Fardella,
Donna Boyle, Hector Berrios, Susan Drobnis Ratcliff and Ted Zellmer

Our heart felt condolences go out to Nedi Bonilla and her family on the loss of their father. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers.

Get well soon wishes to dance champion/choreographer Robert Royston. He just had surgery to repair a torn bicep muscle.

Dance audition for live TV spot, Versa Fit Studio in Voorhees, NJ is holding auditions for dance instructor on Sat, Nov 7, at 2:30 PM. The winner will get to teach their own class on Monday evenings and 2 TV spots with Leslie Van Arsdale of CBS channel 3.

Virginia State Open, Nov 19 – 22, Hilton Washington Dulles, 1-800-Hiltons, Barry Durand hosts the annual event, Swing, Hustle and Hand Dance, www.VSOswing.com

West Coast Swing dancing, LIVE to the sounds of the David Barry 5-Man Trio, this Sunday night, November 8th from 7 to 10 PM. Free. No cover, no admission, no minimum at Havana, 105 S. Main Street, New Hope, Pa. (215 862 1933) www.havananewhope.com/music.htm

New York has a hot new dance radio station – 87.7 FM, Party – FM. Vic Latino, formerly of WKTU, is the new owner and morning DJ. It remains an ALL-DANCE format with a more inclusive playlist than ever. Their 3 FM station broadcast signal ranges over 100 miles.

Scheduled for release next year Adam Shankman is currently directing and choreographing the next episode of the movie franchise “Step Up 3 – D”

We return to the beautiful Stardust Ballroom for the 17th Annual Holiday Spectacular. Donna Boyle and Ron Bess invite you to join us on December 12th. We will crown the new King & Queen of Hustle, and dance from 2PM till 8PM to special guest DJ, Dave Muzii.

This week, at Michael’s Cafe we are celebrating Loren Gardner’s birthday on Wednesday night. Complimentary hustle lesson at 8:30PM with Stephanie Risser, followed by dancing to DJ mark until 12:45AM. No cover charge, free parking. Located on Street Road in Bensalem, Pa. Next week, the guest teacher is dance champion Silvana Gallagher. Spread the word.

Cheers to Bruce and Beth Perrotta the new directors of Miami Dance Magic. Debbie Lynn has moved on to new adventures in Michigan. The event will take place July 14 – 18, 2010

This weeks edition of DanceTalk is sponsored by the IHSC, the premier event coming in April, read all about it below. www.hustleandsalsa.com

Make it a great day,
Ron

The 11Th Annual International Hustle & Salsa Competition & Festival
Billy Fajardo and Katie Marlow Invite You to The 11th Annual International Hustle and Salsa Competition and Festival Returning Once Again to Miami Beach April 29th to May 2nd, 2010
Join us for the Most Unique and Exciting Social Dance Event in the World. Experience Hustle, Salsa and West Coast Swing from the top names in the world in a unique beachside location.
Dancers can choose to follow just one track at the event — Hustle, Salsa or West Coast Swing, or they can choose to experience a little or a lot of any of the other styles. In addition to its fabulous master workshops, the incomparable IHSC offers three dedicated ballrooms on Friday and Saturday nights. Attendees can move from Hustle to Salsa to West Coast Swing as easily as the mood captures them.
Our poolside dance parties are legendary, offering social dancers the opportunity to interact, learn and share ideas and experiences with other dancers from across the globe. The IHSC is an event that truly offers something for everyone. Anyone from the casual social dancer to the most avid competitor will come away with a memorable moment from this amazing weekend. With Social Dancing, Workshops, Competitions, Vendors galore and Incredible Performances from Internationally Renowned Performers and Champions from the Worlds of Hustle, Salsa, West Coast Swing and Ballroom – the IHSC is a non-stop social dance EXPERIENCE that keeps everyone talking for months after its conclusion. The fabulously located Deauville Beach Resort is now Accepting reservations.Reduced Rate from 2009. IHSC rate of $119 + Tax per night.Call 305-865-8511 directly and ask for the IHSC rate. Just a few of our confirmed dance stars include: Hustle Stars: Billy Fajardo and Katie Marlow, Kelvin Roche and Loriann Greenhouse West Coast Swing Stars: Jordan Frisbee and Tatiana Mollman, Robert Cordoba and Deborah Szekely Salsa Stars: Tito Ortos and Tamara Livolsi, Yamulee and many, many more…..

2009 Readers Choice Awards Ballot
This is the official 2009 ballot. Please vote only one time. You don’t have to select a person or couple for every category. To be included, we must receive your ballot back by November 20th. (copy and paste) Please choose your favorites in the following category’s. Your selections are kept private.
The 2009 winners will be published in early December 2009.

2009 DanceTalk® Readers Choice Awards Ballot
*** Favorite DJ –
*** Favorite Female Dancer –
*** Favorite Male Dancer –
*** Favorite Dance Couple –
*** Favorite Dance Couple (not hustle) –
*** Favorite Female Instructor –
*** Favorite Male Instructor -
*** Most Improved Dancer –
*** Favorite All Time Dancer – Please do not select a previous winner. Arte Phillips (2008) Derrick Allen (2007) Eddie Vega (2006)

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Letters to the Editor
Hi Ron,
I just wanted to share with you that I was diagnosed with Breast Cancer this past Friday, October 23rd. Today I went to see the surgeon and an MRI will be performed prior to deciding whether to have a Lumpectomy followed by radiation or a Mastectomy and/or Double Mastectomy, this of course depends on what they find. Also, cancer does not run in my family at all and today I learned that 80% of women who develop breast cancer have no family history. One in eight women will develop breast cancer. With all my love and since it is Breast Cancer Aware Month, can you please urge all of our women dancers and non dancer friends to get themselves check and save their own lives.Will update my facebook page as things happened.
Please keep me in your prayers and have a dance for me!
Carmen Mendez

Hey there Ron,
Loving your newsletter and all the informative dance news. Here are my bullet points.
* Dancing with the stars blew it, the hustle was crapped on
* Congratulation to you and lisa Nunziella on hall of fame award, Lisa is incredible
* I love the O’Jays, Trammps, Summer, Carol Williams but new music is the future for hustle
* Belated birthday wishes to Miss Thang – Maria Torres and Diane Nardone – two of the all time best
* best show on TV, Best Dance Crew, so much talent and partnering as well
* broke my heart when Patrick Swayze died. Dirty Dancing, best movie, ever
thanks,
Bullet Bob

I agree with all the comments regarding DWTS’s depiction of what they called Hustle. I was personally offended. Since DWTS is the current standard for all couple dancing in America, when they lampoon a dance like they did Hustle, then our dance is relegated to that of a joke in the Public eye. We are certainly not being properly represented on that show or any movie for that matter. They should have called their skit “Disco” or “Soul Train Line Dancing” but calling it Hustle is an insult to all who Hustle. Honestly DWTS’s representation of WCS and Salsa were not much better. Lacey-Mae Schwimmer, who’s from a great “street dance” family is on that show. She should be the one standing up for the Swing, Salsa and Hustle community and demanding a realistic representation of those dances. I’ve heard that professional ball-roomers often find Hustle one of the hardest dances to master so maybe it’s just too hard for them to develop an acceptable level of proficiency at that dance. So instead they just turn it into a big, goofy joke, complete with Afro Wigs and bell bottom pants. Ballroom’s O.K., when you’re bored, but Hustle, done right, is the dance master’s dance. Nothing DWTS has ever done comes close to the great Hustle dancing I’ve seen in my life.
Dave Lach
Grand Rapids,

Happy Halloween

Happy birthday wishes to DJ Mark, Paul Pellicoro, Brian Gallagher, Ken Roesel, Diana De Rosa, Melba Moore, Rosetta Varuola, Donna Yacenda, Moshe Abelson,
Loren Gardner, Kathy Johanessen, Scott Leonard and Lenny Feldman

New Jersey’s own Brian Fortuna continues to shine on ‘Strictly Come Dancing’, the British version of ‘Dancing With The Stars’. This season Brian is partnering with the beautiful actress Ali Bastian.

It’s finally here, the Philadelphia Salsafest. It takes place October 30 – Nov 1 at the Ramada Airport hotel in Philadelphia. Join Sonya Elmore and La Luna for the premier of this three day Salsa Congress. If you want to dance and be treated to great workshops and spooktacular dancing over Halloween then make this your stop. http://www.philadelphiasalsafest.com

Mark James and Karen Lupo hosted an amateur preliminary dance contest where the winners now move on to the finals at Mickey B.’s “Saturday Night Disco Fever” concert and contest. Congratulation to Maureen Borzell & Mike Ochani and Christine Banih & Rich Weinstein.

Three time Latin champion Corky Ballas choreographed a cheesy disco/hustle routine for the cast of ‘Dancing With the Stars’. I guess we have come to expect this. A real mockery and poor representation of the hustle. See the letters below.

If your not getting DanceTalk every week, go to http://www.mjames.org/blog/ The compete edition is posted along with other great dance news. Check it out.

The Mid Atlantic Dance Championships, Mad Jam, returns. The hotel sells out fast so don’t be left out. This is a major event where West Coast Swing meets Hustle. You can expect to see some of the best Hand dancers as well. March 4 – 7th, 2010 at the Sheraton Premiere -Tyson’s Corner, VA. http://www.atlanticdancejam.com/

It will be a haunted night out at Michael’s Cafe, this Wednesday night as Wingo Hom teaches a free hustle lesson at 8:30PM, then dance to the hot sounds of DJ Mark till 12:45AM. We will be celebrating Brian Gallagher’s birthday. Come out for the birthday cake and fun. Street Road in Bensalem Pa.

The Robert Royston production, “LOVE N’ DANCING” is now available in stores and on the website. Check it out at Walmart, FYE, Blockbuster, Barnes & Noble and more. Also check out the “LOVE N’ DANCING SWEEPSTAKES” and win an autographed guitar by Taylor Swift or win 2 Tickets to the Academy of Country Music Awards show in Vegas, as well as many other prizes. WWW.LOVENDANCING.COM

Next week kicks off the annual “Readers Choice Awards” where you get to pick your favorites. The polls open next week so be sure to send in your ballots.

This weeks edition of DanceTalk is sponsored by the Philadelphia SalsaFest, taking place this weekend,
http://www.philadelphiasalsafest.com

Make it a great week,
Ron

“Growth Of the Hustle” Forum Wrap Up
We had an invigorating discussion on the current state of the hustle at this years ‘World Hustle Dance Championships’. The interaction was great and well received by amateurs, professionals, teachers, DJs etc… that contributed their ideas and suggestions on the future of the hustle. We have compiled the minutes from those two meetings and have categorized them into two groups.
The Short term and the Long term goals.
This week, we are posting the short term bullet points. We welcome your feedback. These are ideas that can be implemented in a short period of time to help achieve measurable results.
Everyone has to help make a difference.
* Dance With a new dancers or beginners every time you go out, for at least 15 minutes
* Dancers are inspired by the music. DJ’s should utilize a mixture of dance songs including contemporary along with the classics.
* Create meet up groups that travel to different socials, clubs etc… to demonstrate the hustle
* Gain information from successful teachers that instruct at schools, colleges and universities. Share the process of getting involved and how to network on a school campus.
* Train the teachers how to teach the hustle
* Provide student discounts and programs for kids to learn the hustle
* Free admissions for students (anyone under 21) to introduce them to the hustle
* Implement free hustle lessons at socials, night clubs, YMCA, Gyms, Church groups etc….

We will be posting the long term ideas in the next couple of weeks.
Stay tuned.

Letters to the Editor
(our goal is to post readers letters twice a month, unfortunately due to space limitations we can not publish them all)
hank you, thank you, thank you. Once again another Birthday at Michael’s. I’d like to thank again all who participated and wished me Happy Birthday. It was the best time. It could not get any better. I’d like to single out a few individuals: Natalie best cake ever, my wife Carole for just putting up with me all these years and the Phillies for WINNING the NL Championship. IT DOES NOT GET ANY BETTER.
André

Hi Ron,
I would like to share what a beautiful day it was in Riverside Park yesterday for the Alzheimer’s NY Memory Walk 2009. I joined Team Eisai with Susan Lazar and Chris Bates and the 168 team members almost reached our Team Goal of $40,000 goal with by raising $38,862 towards research and support for prevention, treatment and an eventual cure of this terrible disease. I would like to thank those who sponsored me and helped me to reach my personal goal. The site is still available at http://mw2009nyc.kintera.org/faf/donorReg/donorPledge.asp?ievent=302442&supid=274446942
Thank you,
Lori Brizzi
Millennium Hustle Parties/New York Hustle Congress.

Ron,
By now you have probably seen DWTS’s APPALLING Hustle demonstration. It is absolutely outrageous!! It sets any progress made promoting Hustle
to the public back 100 years!! What mockery!!! And why is it that Hustle seems to be the *only* dance on that show that is ever lampooned?
All the other dances get serious treatment. Write ABC folks!
“Illinois” Paul Jones

Hi Ron,Once again T.V. shows a cheesy form of hustle. I did not expect much from a show that is based on ballroom dancing.They do not understand the music or the dance. I heard them refer to hustle as disco.They can’t tell the difference from the dance to the era.Another wasted chance to show the country what a great dance it is.
Bob Frione

Ron,
I watched Dancing with the Stars last night. They had a “hustle” segment. I wish someone would contact them. This is not hustle. It might be “disco” from the late 1970’s. The judges are such “purists” when it comes to ballroom and yet “hacks” when it comes to hustle. No wonder the community doesn’t expand. This is the stereo type we are left with. Perhaps they should have a hustle competition and feature some real dancers.
Kathi

Hey Ron, Dancing With the stars is a farcical. I mean a total joke. The hustle is displayed as a fools dance. It doesn’t even look like the hustle. They imitate all the commercial steps in Saturday night fever and act silly with crazy wigs, and goofy clothing. That is what they call a hustle. A real Joke.
Jim McGraph

Current Standings for the top Swing Dancers
NASDE “Classic, Showcase & Strictly Swing Standings as of:
MALE competitors FEMALE competitors
JORDAN FRISBEE 70 TATIANA MOLLMANN 70
ARJAY CENTENO 65 JESSICA COX 66.5
PARKER DEARBORN 65 MELISSA RUTZ 65
KYLE REDD 54 SARAH VANN DRAKE 54
BEN MORRIS 52 MELINA RAMIREZ 52
CHRISTOPHER HUSSEY 48 KATRINA BRANSON 48
JASON BARNES 46 ERICA BERG 46
MYLES MUNROE 39 TESSA CUNNINGHAM 39
MICHAEL KIELBASA 36.5 KELLESE KEY 37
GREGORY SCOTT 35 JENNIFER DELUCA 36.5
JAKE HANING 32 TALETHA JOUZDANI 32
JASON MIKLIC 31 DEBORAH SZEKELY 31.5
JASON MARKER 29 ANNMARIE MARKER 30.5
JIM MINTY 25 KATIE MCCASLIN 25

Happy birthday wishes to Gloria Gerhardi, John Fandokokis, Andre’ Phelps, Tim Kovalick, Donna Roesel, Mambo Joe and Sandy Cohen

Celebrating Andre’ Phelps birthday this week at Michael’s Cafe. Free hustle lesson at 8:35 PM with Donna “Discoamerica” Boyle. Come out for the birthday dance, cake and fun. No cover charge and free parking. Dance till 12:45AM. Street Road, Bensalem Pa. Next week guest teacher is Wingo Hom from NY.

The 30 year reunion of Scintillation Night Club was an overwhelming success. Over 800 dancers attended, coming as far away as Florida. Congratz to DJ Tyrone Ebo and Ron Campli. Another dance party is scheduled for November and for Thanksgiving night. Stay tuned.

Dvida Certification Course for Dance Instructors & Students 6 month program starting November 10th will consist of 4 dances, Cha-Cha, Salsa, Hustle and Rumba. Every Tuesday at Roy Arias Studio 218 w 37th str., NYC from 8pm-10:30pm, 60 hours in total. Class will be limited to 10 people. Jami Josephson, who has several certifications in American and International Style of 17 dances will be conducting this program. For more info, contact Jami at 347-218-1500 or email Jami@learn2salsa.com website www.learn2salsa.com

The winners from Donna DeSimone’s DancXchange dance contest, held at DanceSport in NYC, were Ozzie Larrache & Christy Giarratani. They now advance to the finals being held at Mickey Bs, ‘Saturday Night Disco Fever’. For all the details visit: www.MickeyB.com

The Hustle is scheduled to be performed on ‘Dancing With The Stars’ this week. Lets hope that it is represented in it’s authentic form and not as a watered down mockery of disco. You can watch tonight, Monday, at 8PM, EST on ABC television.

It’s going to be the concert of the year. November 7th, Saturday at the Patchogue Theatre in Patchogue, NY. Mickey B, presents Saturday Night Disco Fever. Order your tickets now, www.MickeyB.com or call (516) 822-9612. The line up includes The Trammps, Harold Melvin’s Blue Notes, France Joli, Karen Lynn Gorney, the Sweetwater Orchestra and the #1 John Travolta look-alike in the country – Phil Francavilla. Mickey B from radio B-103 is your host, “The Prince Of Disco”. All the top dancers are going to be there. The finals of the regional dance contest will take place also. It will be a night to remember. Partial proceeds benefit the New York Families for Autistic Children. Immediately after the show, patrons are invited to attend a free Disco Dance Party and Meet & Greet with Harold Melvin’s Bluenote’s and others

Hold the date, the 2009 Holiday Spectacular returns to the Stardust Ballroom in Bellmawr, New Jersey. Hosted by Donna Boyle and Ron Bess. This year we are holding a “Tea Dance” the party starts at 2PM, in the afternoon and goes till 8PM. Food, dancing and friends. Lots of surprises. See you then.

This weeks edition of DanceTalk is sponsored by the Dvida Certification Course, read all the details below. www.learn2salsa.com

Make it a great week,
Ron

Teachers Certification
To be recognized as the best, you must not only know how to relate to your students but understand the fundamental details and how to convey this knowledge in a simplistic way, making the experience – irresistible. This is your opportunity to get certified by a dance champion. Jami Josephson, will be conducting the program starting in November. A professional performer, choreographer and certified in Ballroom and Latin, Jami has exceptional interpersonal skills that make her an incredible communicator. A former United States Mambo Champion, Jami holds over 100 titles in competitions. The professional certification course for dance instructors is designed to get you there. The program offers extraordinary benefits to dance teachers, enriching their dancing, teaching and expanding their career opportunities. The course is to enable you to gain certification int he dance style you teach or desire to teach. It is a comprehensive program designed to teach you dance concepts that you may not have completely understood. Ultimately, you will improve your verbal skills, self confidence and presentation technique. You will develop the ability to break down movements to describe the technical elements of dance figures, which will make your students gain a higher level of understanding. Your overall knowledge of the precise alignments will improve your ability to choreograph routines for your students. You will expand your knowledge of music terms, concepts, and how dance and music each relate. Your personal ability to fix and correct your students will be enhanced as you develop the advanced technical skills. The certification exam which you will be prepared for is the “DVIDA” Dance Vision International Dance Association. The teacher training curriculum is based on the DVIDA syllabus and the Pro DVIDA exam structure which is recognized by the National Dance Council Of America. The first 6 month program starting in November will consist of 4 dances from the American Style DVIDA syllabus: Cha-Cha, Salsa, Hustle, Rumba. The program will be held one night a week for two and a half hours for a total of 60 hours. Class size is limited to 10. World Dance Champion Jami Josephson will be conducting the program. If your goal is to achieve a higher level of teaching knowledge this proven system where prepare you for a new approach and ways to implement new methods to your teaching style. The program is awarding and will build your self esteem, impact your students impressions and your peers. If dancing and teaching is about innovation then make sure you’re ahead of the curve. Visit the website for all the details on time, cost and location.

New Dance Music
The New York Music Pool list is supplied by Jackie McCloy at NYMusicPool@aol.com.
Love Deep Inside – Rico Bernasconi
Right Here – Carmen Reece
She Came Along (Remixes) – Sharam
Scared Of Me – Fedde LeGrand
I Gotta Feeling – David Guetta
Evacuate The Dancefloor – Cascada
If This Is Love – Kathy Phillips
Celebration (Remixes) – Madonna
I Remember – Deadmau5 & Kaskade
I Wanna Go Crazy – David Guetta
It’s The Way You Love Me – David Guetta
Goodbye – Kristina DeBarge
Big Fiesta – Tanga Team
S.O.S. Let The Music Play – Jordin Sparks
For An Angel (Remixes) – Paul Van Dyk
Sweet Dreams – Beyonce

Happy birthday wishes to Susan Riccio, Larry Pudelek, JoAnn Regina, Miriam Flynn, Bonnie Castle and Cat Tito

We sadly report the loss of a fine dancer, that has left us much too soon – Elizabeth McGee. Please keep her family and friends in your thoughts and prayers.

The 2009 Holiday Spectacular will take place on Saturday, December 12th. Hold the date. Its the 17th annual Holiday dance hosted by Donna Boyle and Ron Bess. This year we present a spectacular “Tea Dance” from 2PM till 8PM, at the wonderful Stardust Ballroom. All the details coming soon.

The Zachary’s dance contest has been canceled. Charlie Paci wants everyone to know, due to circumstances beyond his and Alfred Pena’s control. They are very sorry that the club has canceled the dance contest but are working with the management to move the contest else where. Stay tuned for more details.

Looking for the best new dance songs? Look no more. DJ Fancy has them all on one CD. 17 of today’s best new dance songs for hustle, swing and free style. The Summer Mix Includes dance mixes by Jordan Sparks (Battlefield), Black Eyed Peas (Tonight’s gonna Be..), Madonna (Celebration), Shakira (She Wolf) ….17 dance songs in all. To order your copy, send a check for $15 to: Edward Archie, 6034 Magnolia Ave. Pennsauken, NJ 08109. The price including handling & shipping.

This Wednesday at Michael’s Cafe, free weekly hustle lesson with Joey Commentucci at 8:30PM, and the “Carlo Challenge” – name that song. The winner gets a free drink from the bar. The dancing goes till 12:45AM with DJ Mark spinning the best hustle, swing and Latin. Next week the guest teacher is Donna “Discoamerica” Boyle. Located on Street Road, in Bensalem Pa. Spread the word.

A sequel to the Phantom of The Opera? Andrew Lloyd Weber announced the show “Love Never Dies” to open in London next year. Part two of the journey. http://www.loveneverdies.com/october8th/

The history of the hustle can be found via the “Hustle Hall Of Fame”. Retro pictures, biographies and video’s of the greatest dance couples & teams from the 70′s to date. http://www.mjames.org/hustlehall.html

Joey C. mini boot camp takes place on Sunday Nov 1, from 1 – 4:30 PM. A hustle beginners bootcamp is being held at the Bucks County Dance Center, instructed by Joey C. on, Sunday. Learn technique, movement, partnering, lead & follow etc.. located at 2292 Street Road in Bensalem. For details call Joey at (215) 317-7675

This weekend, at the World Hustle Dance Championships, the first open forum discussions on the “Growth of the hustle” took place. It was an informative exchange of ideas. We will roll up all the suggestions and share them over the next few weeks. Congratulation to all the winners and competitors that participated at the event. Your involvement is what helps to grow and keep the hustle alive. I would like to personally thank Diane K. Nardone and the committee for inducting me into the Hall of Fame. I am very touched by this recognition and will continue to do my part to inspire others to participate in our dance.

This weeks edition of DanceTalk is sponsored by Mickey B’s Saturday Night Disco Fever. Read all about the extravaganza below.

Make it a great week,
Ron

World Hustle Dance Championships – Results/Highlights
This has been a year of change, for dancing too. The World Hustle Dance Championships has broken down walls to deliver an incredible weekend of dance. For 2009, Diane K. Nardone introduced new divisions to her event as well as building her largest, most talented staff, ever. She graciously hosted the first open forum on the “Growth of the Hustle”. The dinner show, ‘Dance Explosion’ displayed the skills of those who are limited to wheel chairs, international dance stars and a tidbit of comedy in between. The American Dance Wheels, performed and displayed their abilities to express their love for dance. The exhibitions featured disabled dancers performing in wheel chairs with a standing partner. They all received standing ovations from an appreciative audience of true dance enthusiasts. International Dance champions Rene Ostarek & Brona Vistaslona performed three dazzling routines: Cha Cha, Jive and Rumba. Dance champions Roberto Pagan & Rosa Paredes also performed a wonderful artistic number. World Swing dance champion Robert Cordoba showed us his winning skills performing with Silvana Gallagher and Diane Nardone and…the WHDC Village People made their debut. A 50/50 fund raiser was held to benefit the American Dance Wheels. Donna DeSimone was the grand winner but generously gave back her winnings providing the association $940.00 The evening also included a surprise birthday cake to celebrate the birthday of organizer Diane K. Nardone and music director Dave Muzzi, whom share the same birth date. The stars of hustle were out all weekend and included: Stephanie Risser, Roberto Pagan, Donna DeSimone, Lisa Nunziella, Johnny “O” Ortiz, Rosa Paredes, DJ Mark, Donna Boyle, Tony Pace, Elizabeth Darchi, Drew Axelrod, Trisha Caballero, Gary Ulaner, Wingo Hom, Joe Kerner, Silvana Gallagher, Louie Orlando, Tybaldt, Dara Patrusky, Alan Rocoff, Lisa Schaupp, DJ Dennis, Christopher Schaupp, Raye Avery, Irena Griffin, Chris Bates, Susan Fritz, Erica Smith, Jameson Kilburn, Dave Muzzi, Danny McGee, Celeste Pfefferle, Billy Marti, Lori Brizzi, Frank Pellicci, Robert Cordoba, Andre’ Phelps, John Merisia, Bobby Gerard, Joyce Szilli, Anthony Lee, Diane K Nardone, Leo Madina Jr, Brian Gallagher, Damon D’Amico, Miquel Marrero, Susan Marolda, Jaime Serna, Debbie Ferro, Robert Lawrence, Jose Gonzales, Sabrina Paxman…Many thanks to Diane and her talented staff for making this a tremendous weekend from start to finish.

These are some of the results from the weekends competitions. For the compete list, please visit the World Hustle Championships website, later this week.

Battle Of the DJ’s – DJ Mark Routzahn
Christopher Nardone Spirit Award – Dan Miele
Recognition Award – Chris LeFebvre
Gladys Torres Spirit Award – Frank Pellicci
Lynn Ferguson Humanitarian Award – Arte Phillips
Hustle Hall Of Fame – Lisa Nunziella
Hustle Hall Of Fame – Ron Bess
Life Time Achievement Award – Roberto Pagan

Pro – Am Hustle Advance – Female
1) Rosetta Varuola and Wingo Hom
2) Bianca Disimino and Roberto Pagan
3) Sammy Shecter and Tybaldt Ulrich

Pro – Am Hustle Advance – Male
1) Jesse Castaneda and Lisa Nunziella
2) Jack Ciecka and Stephanie Risser
3) Steve Salerno and Donna DeSimone

Professional Just Hustle
1) Joe Kerner and Stephanie Risser
2) Roberto Pagan and Rosa Paredes
3) Tybaldt Ulrich and Lisa Schaupp

Team Match
1) Banga Langa – Roberto Pagan, Rosa Paredes, Frankie Paredes, Bianca Disimino, Jerise Masion, Jamie Serna, Gene Rombolo, Lori Brizzi

Jack & Jill Hustle Invitational Professionals
1) Brian Gallagher & Lisa Nunziella
2) Louie Orlando & Stephanie Risser
3) Christopher & Lisa Schaupp

World Open
1) Roberto Pagan & Rosa Paredes
2) Brian Gallagher & Danielle Odhner
3) Wingo Hom & Susan Fritz
4) Jose Gonzales & Donna Boyle
5) Ray Avery & Irena Griffin

Saturday Night Disco Fever
It’s only one month away. The Disco Party of the Year, hosted by Mickey B, the man bringing Disco Back.
With over 45 years in the entertainment business Mickey B is on a mission. He is ready to re-light the disco inferno. He has done it all, from radio to television and everything in between. He was given the name “Prince of Rock & Roll” because of the numerous contributions he has made over the years. He grew up as the King of the Catskills, MCing at an early age and making a name for himself. For 18 consecutive years he hosted the New Year Eve Gala at the Hyatt Cerromar Beach Hotel. Mickey B. has fond memories of his Catskill days and the dozens of hotels with the non-stop dancing and entertainment. These cherished memories have lit a fire of encouragement for
Mickey B. to launch a new wave of dancing. “It’s time for couple to get close and start dancing cheek to cheek again”. That being said, on November 7th, the “Saturday Night Disco Fever”, will take place. You’ll experience some of the biggest names from the Disco Era performing, witness a head to head dance contest (the winners of the preliminaries) and you’ll dance the night away.
Mickey B’s illustrious career includes recording 10 records with “Tico and the Triumphs”. Super Star Paul Simon was a member of the group. Mickey B. produced and sung many songs released in the USA and France. He has appeared as a guest on many of the top rated television shows. His great love for music has made him a leader in the industry. As the host of several of his own shows on cable TV, he now produces concerts and music festivals. In addition to writing a monthly column for the “50+ LifeStyles” newspaper, he also supports many senior promotions and events. Mickey B. can also be seen and heard on many radio and TV commercials. Every Friday night you can hear Mickey B. doing his thing via his weekly radio show. Just tune in to 1240 AM, from 7-10, for WGBB as he plays all the oldies and takes your requests. Mickey B. loves the sounds of the 70′s and 80′s and is anxious to help re-create the era when kids, of all ages, would touch dance. The planets are in the right places to make all this happen again and Mickey B. is kicking off one heck of a tribute with multiple preliminary dance contests. The top names in hustle dancing are all getting involved too. Lou Del Prete, Mark James, Donna DeSimone, Lori Brizzi,….The winners from the preliminary contests will move on to the finals, on stage, November 7, at “Saturday Night Disco Fever” held at The Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts. The performances will include: Karen Lynn Gorney (Special Appearance), The Trammps, Harold Melvin’s Blue Notes, France Joli, Sweetwater Orchestra and Phil Francavilla. For all the details visit www.MickeyB.com
Pass the word, Mickey B. is bringing Disco back.

Letters to the Editor
(our goal is to post readers letters twice a month, unfortunately due to space limitations we can not publish them all)

Hi Ron:
Reading your website brought back many memories from the original disco days of the seventies.
Unfortunately, I cannot remember the disco where I learned how to dance the hustle, maybe you can help me. During 1974 – 1978 the hottest disco around was on Hempstead Turnpike in East Meadow. Would you happen to know the name? It was downstairs in a shopping center. I use to see Joe Namath there. The dancing was great and everyone would dress up. It was a little older than most night clubs.
I would appreciate if you can remember this place and tell me the name. I live in Phoenix, Arizona and have no way to go back physically. .
Thanks,
Robert

(“Penrods”, now knows as Zachary’s)

Ron,
I was shocked and saddened to read of the passing of Viola Wills. She is one of my all time favorites, just a fantastic voice. It is a shame she didn’t become a bigger star hear, she really deserved it. I was really pissed when they used Amber and the other two girls to re-do “If You Could Read My Mind” for the movie “54″. Why didn’t they just use the original by Viola, it is a classic, maybe my fav disco song of all time. I think I have all her recordings.
Thanks for passing the news along, I would have never known. I googled her about a year ago and found a fan site with a lot of good info. http://www.violawills.com/
#
Bob S

Hey Ron,
I read in your Dancetalk that Franc Reyes has a new movie coming out. What I am trying to figure out or even get a picture of him is?????? Is this the same Perico that use to dance in Manhattan back in 1979, 1980???
I knew a Perico that was a great dancer that would go to the studios and then danced on the Dance Fever tv show. Is this one in the same????
Thank you for all that you do,
Grace Delprato – NYC

(Yes, Perico danced with the Disco Dance Dimensions, wrote multiple number one selling songs ( top of the charts) and now directs and writes Hollywood motion pictures).

Hey Ron, how are you….
Just got back from LA & had a wonderful time at the show. (DWTS) I was able to meet & take pics with everyone after the show. I also had gone to two after parties and got a chance to meet and hang out with some of the celebrities & pros all from the show. My thanks goes out to Karina Smirnoff for being such a nice friend!
Louis Del Prete

Happy birthday wishes to Wendy Bess, Kathi O’neil, Charlie Paci, Nicola Royston, Barb Maroney, Barbara Almo, Chris Donfrio, Jerise Massone, David Paris and Andy Spicer.

Our condolences go out to Denise Killian/Reedman on the loss of her younger brother Johnny. Please keep Denise and her family in your thoughts and prayers.

A great local Philadelphia dancer, Ernie Zampese, recently passed away. Ernie and his long-time partner, Gloria Torchia, were regulars on the dance scene at Paso Doble Ballroom, the Stardust Ballroom and every major dance event until failing health limited their dancing. Our deepest sympathies go out to Ernie’s family and especially to Gloria.

Congratulation to Sonya Elmore and her husband Ryan on the birth of their son Christian Landon , 8 pounds, 9 oz. Everyone is healthy and warming up for the 2009 Philadelphia SalsaFest.

It’s been 30 years in the making, the Reunion at Scintillations. It takes place this coming Friday, October 2nd , at the Old Sheraton in King of Prussia, Pa. A back in the day party featuring the original DJ, Tyrone Ebo. Donna Boyle and Jose Gonzales will perform and many of the original staff members, dancers and DJ’s will be in the house. The party starts at 6pm and the cover is only $20 cover (includes 2 free drinks). For more details visit the website. www.scintillations.net

Don’t miss the deadline to register for the World Hustle Dance Championships, you must confirm by September 30th. The music will be hot as will the ‘Battle Of The DJ’s’. The event starts October 8th and goes to the 11th at the East Brunswick NJ, Hilton Hotel. For all the details visit www.hustledanceworld.com

Say good bye to summer and hello to the newest release from DJ Fancy. All the top of the chart dance songs including Jordan Sparks (Battlefield), Black Eyed Peas ( Tonight’s gonna Be..), Madonna (Celebration), Sharkira (She Wolf) ….17 dance songs in all. To order your copy, send a check for $15 to: Edward Archie, 6034 Magnolia Ave. Pennsauken, NJ 08109. The price including handling & shipping.

The Friday night Zachary’s dance contest continues every week until the semi finals. This past weeks winners were the stars from America’s Got Talent – David Paris and Zoe. Second place was Elvis and Marisase. To enter the contest contact Charlie, your host, at (516) 983-3913 For details visit www.zacharysny.com

Hott off the press, photos from Joe Kerner’s birthday bash at Michael’s Cafe, courtesy of Scott Michielli. http://www1.snapfish.com/thumbnailshare/AlbumID=1319179017/a=6882511_6882511/otsc=SHR/otsi=SALBlink/COBRAND_NAME=comcast/
November 2, 2009 is the 24th anniversary of ” America Dances”, featuring the stars of TV. Held at the NY Hilton, it features dance stars from So You Think You Can Dance, Dancing With The Stars, America’s Best Dance Crews, and Super Stars of Dance. www.careertransition.org

Only 5 weeks left until the 1st Annual Philadelphia SALSAFEST. Salsa workshops for all levels
Professional Shows, Dancing till 5 am, Full Event Pass $205 until Sept 30th, A la carte pricing until Sept 30th: Evening Pass (Fri-Sun) $65, Friday Night Only $25, Saturday Night Only $25, Sunday Night Only $20 Saturday Workshops $85, Sunday Workshops $85 http://www.philadelphiasalsafest.com,

This Wednesday night, Michael’s Cafe will be jumping with a free hustle lesson by Brian “the King” Gallagher at 8:30PM. Then keep dancing to hustle, Swing and Latin till 12:45AM with DJ Mark. Located on Street Road, in Bensalem Pa. No cover charge & free parking. Next week guest teacher is Andre’ Phelps.

This weeks edition of DanceTalk is sponsored by Scintillations 30 year reunion party, Friday Oct 2nd, For all the details visit www.scintillations.net

Make it a great week,
Ron

A lost Angel
Our entertainment media failed to report the loss of a great singer that achieved number one singles in the UK and songs on the charts, right here in the US. Viola Mae Wilerson passed away this past May. Best known to us as Viola Wills. She was born in Los Angeles, California and was discovered by the late Barry White. A trained artist at the Los Angeles Conservatory of Music, Viola majored in the piano. A gifted singer that loved jazz, R&B, gospel and dance music. She was taken under the wings of Barry White and performed with the ‘Love Unlimited Orchestra’. She then became a back up singer for Joe Cocker. As her popularity grew she would later tour and perform with Smokey Robinson. In 1979 she had a break away hit with “Gonna Get Along Without You Now”. She would go on to release many dance classics making her a true club “Disco Diva”. Some of her hits included “Stormy Weather”, “Up On the Roof” and the classic, “If You Could Read My Mind”. She experienced much greater fame and success in Europe then in her home, the USA. After a long run recording and touring she returned to school to get a degree in music therapy. Her music was up lifting and full of energy. Although she didn’t receive excessive radio air play, she was a favorite of the night club DJs. I’ll always remember dancing at Alexis Dance Studio in NYC to “Up On The Roof”. It didn’t’ get any better then that. Viola Wills passed away on May 6th from Leukemia.

Dance Trivia
* Hustle Dance pioneer Franc. “Perico” Reyes has two new motion pictures in production. Franc. was a member of the Dance Dimension and wrote 3 Top 40 songs. Look for 2012 releases for both his new flicks – “Palladium” and “Tiny Dancer”

* Gene Anthony Ray, played the popular role of Leroy in both the film and television series “Fame”. With no formal dance training he was cast for the part. Prior to his feature role in Fame, he won the ‘Best Male Disco Dancer Award’ at Roseland in 1977. He passed away in 2003 from a stroke.

* During 1978 the home grown show “Soul Alive” took the airwaves on WPIX channel 11 Saturday mornings at 11:00am . The television show starred WWRL radio DJ “Golden Voice” Gerry Bledsoe. This one hour show featured a dance competiton between various clubs in the NY/NJ area.

* In 1972 the Philadelphia band, ” the Trammps” released their first single,” Zing Went the Strings of My Heart”. A true classic that set the Philly mood and lead to other big hits for the group including, “Love Epidemic”, “Where the Happy People Go” and their monster hit, “Disco Inferno”.

* Jean – Marc Genereux along with his partner/wife France Mousseau are a power dance couple from Quebec. Winning top honors in ballroom dancing thru out the world, Jean – Marc is a choreographer for the hit show “So You Think You Can Dance” and a permanent judge on “So You Think You Can Dance Canada”.

* “I Will Survive” was #1 during the 1979 energy crisis, people wanted to dance and take their minds off the tough times. The song won a Grammy for Best Disco Song in 1979. It has been included in over 50 movie & TV soundtracks. In 2000 VH-1 honored Ms. Gaynor with the number one spot during their countdown of the Top 100 Dance Records of All Time. In 2005 Gloria was inducted into the Dance Music Hall of Fame during a ceremony that took place in NYC. It has been re-recorded over 200 times by various artists such as Gladys Knight, Chantay Moore, Diana Ross….

* He made a name for himself on TV performing on Dancing With The Stars but Corky Ballas was already a ballroom house hold name as he and his wife Shirley dominated the Latin title from 1986 till 1990. A resident of Texas, his son just won his second title on DWTS.

* The late Paul Jabara won an Oscar in 1979 for Best Music, Original Song for “Last Dance” which was performed in the motion picture “Thank God It’s Friday”. He also won a golden Globe for the song and was nominated for a Golden Globe in 1980 for Best Original Song – Motion Picture for: The Main Event (1979)

Do you remember all these hits, “Disco Inferno”, “Don’t Leave Me This Way”, “Come To Me”, “Bad Luck”, “Love Epidemic”, “The Heart To Break A Heart”, “The Love I Lost”, “Don’t Stop Dancing”, well you can hear them all, LIVE, at the very first Saturday Night Disco Fever, hosted by Mickey B. the “Prince Of Disco”. It all takes place on November 7th, Saturday night for a spectacular concert, dance party and dance contest. Your enjoy the wonderful atmosphere of the Patchogue Theatre, located at 71 East Main St, Patchogue, NY. For tickets call 516 – 822 – 9612 visit the website at www.mickeyb.com

Zachary’s and the big $10,000. dance contest continues every Friday night. This past weeks first place winners were Susan Fritz and Wingo Hom. To enter the contest contact Charlie, your host, at (516) 983-3913 For details visit www.zacharysny.com

This week Michael’s Cafe has dance Champion Stephanie Risser teaching the free class at 8:30PM, DJ Mark spins till 12:45AM. There is no cover charge and free parking. Located on Street Road in Bensalem Pa. Next week’s guest teacher is Brian “the King” Gallagher.

Dancing With The Stars returns tonight for a 3 day premiere kick off. The 9th season begins with a tribute to the late great, Patrick Swayze. 8PM (EST) on ABC television.

This weeks edition of DanceTalk is sponsored by Mickey B.s’ Saturday Night Disco Fever for all the details visit – www.mickeyb.com

Make it a great week,
Ron

The Forum Panelists
We are excited to attend the very first open forum in search of creative ideas to collectively help grow the hustle. It will take place at this years World Hustle Dance Championships on October 9th & 10th. We have assembled a talented panel to assist fielding questions to help facilitate the discussions. We invite everyone to attend and share your thoughts on growing the hustle and attracting new friends to learn the hustle. You can e mail your questions prior to the discussion to either The Rhythm Lounge – http://rhythmlounge.tv/the-growth-of-hustle-open-forum/ or to Rowenlb22@aol.com For more details on the event please go to www.hustledanceworld.com

Lets take a closer look at our panelists:
Lisa Nunziella – CA – Lisa’s resume dates back to the late 70′s as a performer in the Disco Dance Stars partnering with Arte Phillips. She took first place in the Harvest Moonball, a two time winner of the USBC’s, the World Hustle title, semi finalist on Dance Fever and undefeated on Star Search with Eddie Vega. She has appeared in multiple motion pictures and videos with Deano Georgio and has released her own line of dance DVDs. Lisa continues to train, perform and coach dancers.

Wingo Hom – NY, a competitor and student since the 70′s, Wingo brings 40 years of dance experience. He has been active in dancing and competitions at national events. He has extensive training in WCS, hustle, Salsa and ballroom dancing. He has accumulated 460 first place titles; an unprecedented 32 Jack & Jill first place titles over the years. He is a Silver certified teacher in 10 different American dance styles.

Donna DeSimone – LI, Hustle’s first Lady from Long Island, she hasn’t stopped dancing since the 70′s when she opened her first dance studio. Donna has won numerous competitions including the Virginia State Ballroom Championships in Latin, Ohio Star Ball State Championships, USBC American Rhythm Champion and NY Hustle Congress. She is the Ballroom Entertainment Director for the “Stardust Dance Weekends” in the Catskills & Stardust Cruises and continues to train, compete and perform.

Lori Brizzi – NY, a dance veteran that has a long history of teaching, performing and competing since the 70′s. Lori is the organizer of the annual dance convention “New York Hustle Congress.” She was voted two years in a row, “Person Of the Year” by thousands of dancers across the country in DanceTalk. Lori is popular for her weekly dance socials (Millennium Dance) held in New York that are rated A+

Erica Smith – VA, from the new generation of hustle dancers, Erica has made a great impact on the current dance scene. Erica was first introduced to Hustle while attending the University of California, Berkeley, School of Law . Trained in various styles of dance she has excelled in WCS & Hustle. With her incredible speed and expressive style, TV Guide Magazine coined Erica the “Disco-Dancing Lawyer” after she performed a Hustle that led her to Vegas on the television show, “So You Think You Can Dance.”

Anthony Lee – NJ, from the early days of hustle he dominated the circuit capturing the Harvest Moonball, Blackpool England and Phil Gary’s World Dance Contest. He appeared on the televised shows Dance Fever and Soul Alive and has been inducted into both the Swing and Hustle dance Hall Of Fame’s. Anthony is the organizer of the annual dance weekends, Big Apple Dance Festival and the Country World Championships.

Stephanie Risser – PA, new generation dancer that is currently the reigning professional hustle title holder. Trained in classical dance she brings a young, fresh approach to the hustle. A graduate of the University of Hartford she has a BFA in Dance Pedagogy. A full time dance teacher, Stephanie co-choreographed the Disco America dinner show in 2009 and is on staff at many of the national competitions.

Billy Marti – NY, The “Prince of Hustle”, Billy brings the classic hustle style to the new generation of dancers. A professional competitor, he brings years of dance experience to the floor. His speed and technique are second to none. In addition to teaching and competing he has performed with many dance companies and appeared in music videos. He continues to be a top competitor and teacher on the circuit.

Roberto Pagan – NJ, his longevity in dancing spans back to his teen years. Roberto continues to stay active with his dance studio, performing, competing and training new students and couples. He has been a U.S. Rising Star Theater Arts champion, Cabaret Couple of the year, Blackpool Theater Arts finalist, Two time Canadian Theater Arts Champion & World Hustle Champion. He is the 2 time winner of the award Top Hustle instructor in the country by DanceTalk. He has won over 200 titles in five professional divisions.

Letters to the Editor
(our goal is to post readers letters twice a month, unfortunately due to space limitations we can not publish them all)
Thank you to all who participated and supported this year’s 5th Annual New York Hustle Congress on Labor Day weekend! Congratulations to all of the competitors! What a fantastic show all of the Professionals competitors gave us on Saturday night! Thanks to my terrific staff, DJs and to all of the Broadway and TV celebrities who participated in this years Circle of Love ‘Hustle for the Hounds’ to raise money for animal rescue. I am hoping to get to $1,000 so if anyone missed out the charity and still wishes to contribute, we will continue to collect at my party at Club 412. The money will go to a group that I have fostered and volunteered, http://www.louieslegacy.org/

Thank you for all of your terrific feedback and I’m looking forward to making next year’s event even better. Stay tuned for upcoming details for the 6th Annual New York Hustle Congress in 2010! check out this year’s competition results on our website at http://www.nyhustlecongress.com/results.htm
Warm Regards,
Lori Brizzi
Event Director
NY Hustle Congress

Hi Ron,
Great newsletter. I wanted to let you know that I voted for David and Zoe on Americas Got Talent. My entire family loves the show and the excitement of seeing dancers that we have seen in person. I first saw this charming couple perform at New York Congress. They were unreal, I mean MIND BLOWING. I think they will go on to bigger and better things now. In hindsight after I watched the finals it is a bit disappointing to see the overall winner. In my eyes he shouldn’t have won and I would have placed David and Zoe in the top five.
Thanks Ron,
Jim McGraph

Dear Ron
I am very excited to read that there will be a reunion of the Scintilations dancers. Those were great times. We were regulars every Saturday night. Like clockwork about 4 or 5 of my friends would all go and have the time of our lives. I’m crossing my fingers that Rose, Larry, Karen all come too.
Darla Thomas

Dear Ron Bess,I am not sure I will be attending your “Open Forum” at the World Hustle Championship in October, so I thought I would humbly submit my own proposal to the Hustle community at-large which includes everyone dancing Hustle throughout the world. I propose we establish the “Hustle 2011 Initiative” whose purpose is to double the existing number of Hustle dancers by the end of 2011. People would sign on and become a pivotal part of this initiative by doing what only they can uniquely do to double Hustle in two years i.e. by the end of 2011. People may want to share Hustle with their family and friends, get involved organizationally, donate their time, resources, etc. or create their own participation. The only requirement of the Hustle 2011 Initiative is that people be in communication by including their e-mail address next to their printed name and signature. Each person’s signature represents their stand in making the Hustle 2011 Initiative real. What do you think?
Thank you very much!
Daryl Polansky

Hey Ron,
I have a CD with many of the classic songs from the late 70s and early 80′s. One of my favorite songs is Romeo and Juliet by Alec R Constindos. This was such a great song that everyone in the club would start screaming. As a parent, now pushing 50 years old, I listen to these songs and still can appreciate the symphonic sound that these bands and orchestras utilized. I grew up with the Stones and Beatles too but I was loved the real symphonic disco music the best. I would love to see that type of modern day classic music make a come back. Please, I’m sick of the rap. We need a change.
Later,
John C.

We send our condolences to Kathy Austin and her family. Her father, Clarence “Ed” Jones, passed away on September 11th. A funeral mass will be held at 11:30 AM Wed., at Assumption BVM Church, Bristol Rd, & Meadowbrook Rd., Feasterville, where the family will receive friends from 10:30 AM until the time of the Mass. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Assumption BVM Church, 1900 Meadowbrook Road, Feasterville, PA 19053.

Five years ago the God Father of Soul passed away. Barry White made the women swoon. He was also a producer and the director of the Love Unlimited Orchestra. The LUO performed some of the greatest dance classics of the Disco era.

We are excited to report that DJ Bobby Gerald has great news. His medical reports came back, he is cancer free. He will be on staff at the World Hustle Dance Championships, October 8-11th.

The new “Summer Mix” has it all. All the new dance songs including: Taylor Swift, Kelly Clarkson, Beyonce, The Pussy Cat Dolls, Madonna, Shakira, Black Eyed Peas, Jordan Sparks……17 dance songs in all. To order your copy, send a check for $15 to: Edward Archie, 6034 Magnolia Ave. Pennsauken, NJ 08109. The price including handling & shipping.

This week at Michael’s Cafe Wingo Hom brings his cool moves for the free lesson on Wednesday night. Don’t miss it. DJ Mark spins till 12:45AM. No cover charge and free parking. Next week the guest teacher is dance champion Stephanie Risser. Pass the word.

World dance champions Billy Fajardo & Katie Marlow are on their way to Italy. They will be performing and teaching group classes in five major cities through out the country.

It was a scintillating experience, one of the most exciting clubs of the 80′s, Scintillation’s is having a 30 year reunion. Journey back to the days of disco. Your enjoy the music, the dancing, the original DJs and friends that made the club so special for so many years. It all takes place on Friday night, October 2nd. www.scintillations.net

A 3 night premiere kick off for the ninth season of ‘Dancing With The Stars’ begins tonight, September 21st at 8PM EST on ABC. 16 new contestants battle for the mirror ball trophy…and a career revival.

Mickey B. is lighting a disco fire. Get ready for the explosion. It all takes place on November 7th. Saturday Night Disco Fever. The winners of all the area dance contest come head to head. The live acts will be pulsating and there will be social dancing to the best dance music. The “Prince of Disco” Mickey B. is your host at the Patchogue Theatre, 71 East Main St, Patchogue, NY. The concert features The Trammps, France Joli, Harold Melvin’s Blue Notes, Karen Lynn Gorney and the Sweetwater Orchestra. For tickets call 516 – 822 – 9612 visit the website at www.mickeyb.com

September 18th, Friday night Zachary’s continues their weekly dance contest…..and they have invited all the passed contestants for a reunion. There should be dancers attending from the competitions held in the 80′s and 90′s. Last weeks winners were Andrianna Kourdi & Kosta Trifunovic, 2nd place was Ricky & Sammy. Don’t miss it. To enter the contest contact Charlie, your host, at (516) 983-3913 For details visit www.zacharysny.com

Audition for next season’s “American’s Got Talent” begins in October. Chicago, IL – Oct 17th and 18th Philadelphia, Pa – October 25-26, New Jersey – TBD, New York City – Oct 31 & Nov. 1st. For all the details go to: www.nbc.com/agt

Just one of the many highlights at the New York Hustle Congress was the Team Match. This years winners were Banga Langa. The team consisted of: Roberto Pagan & Rosa Paredes (Pro/Pro), Jaime Serna & Jerise Masone (Pro male/Am female), Diane Nardone & Gene Rombola (Pro female/Am male), and Frank Paredes and Bianca Disimino (am/am). For all the results visit http://www.nyhustlecongress.com/results.htm

The new motion picture “Fame” opens in theaters nationally on Friday September 25th.

This weeks edition of DanceTalk is sponsored by Philadelphia Salsafest. Visit the website for all the details. http://www.philadelphiasalsafest.com

Make it a great week,
Ron

The Forum
The first open forum to discuss the growth of the hustle will be held on October 8th, at the World Hustle Dance Championships. This initiative was the culmination of letters posted on both the HustleLounge web site and DanceTalk. Subsequently, many readers recommended a meeting to share common concerns.

In efforts to energize, encourage and recruit the next generation of dancers we are searching for creative suggestions to help keep the hustle dance thriving. To help facilitate the conference, we have assembled a panel of 8 knowledgeable dancers, teachers and/or promoters. They will be fielding questions from a live audience. We encourage everyone to come out to share their views and constructive suggestions. This proactive forum will be moderated by Asia Bautista (Rhythmlounge.tv) and Ron Bess (DanceTalk). You may forward letters, in advance, to be read at the open forum or simply attend.

This is your forum, where you get to vocalize your thoughts and help influence the direction of the hustle for future dancers. Everyone is invited. We have many dancers that are passionate about the hustle and anxious to accelerate the growth process – to conserve the dance for generations to come. Please come out and join our brainstorming session to support and help preserve our beloved dance. Whether you agree or not, you have the opportunity to share your ideas. For details on the World Hustle Dance Championships go to www.hustledanceworld.com

To submit letters for the forum go to http://rhythmlounge.tv or send them to Rowenlb22@aol.com Next week in DanceTalk, we will take a closer look at the 8 panel members that will be at the Forum.
Stay tuned.

Philadelphia Salsafest
Spend your Halloween weekend in Philadelphia. Spend the weekend dancing. Experience the first Philadelphia Salsafest. Get ready for an incredible festival, as Sonya Elmore has created an exciting weekend of dance, October 30 – Nov 1, 2009. The stars of Salsa will be in attendance for this premier event. The great northeast will experience a brand new dance competition this fall. La Luna Dance presents the first annual at the Ramada Airport Philadelphia. A three day Salsa Congress featuring a spectacular show and the top teachers from Portugal, Canada, New York, Philadelphia, California, Massachusetts…. your Halloween weekend destination. Conveniently located at the Ramada Philadelphia Airport. You can buy your Full Event Pass for only $165 today. Sonya has carefully selected her entire staff with an emphasis on talent, teaching skills, having fun and delivering the best possible experience. All the instructors at SALSAFEST are either known for their superb teaching skills, great material, or outgoing personalities that make learning easy and fun. Check out for yourself:
Al Espinoza (Los Angeles)
Cristian Oviedo & Liz Lira (Los Angeles)
Cultural Explosion & Juan Calderon (New Jersey)
Earl Rush (Washington, DC)
Griselle Ponce (New Jersey)
John & Liz of Salsamania (San Francisco)
Mario B (New Jersey)
Magna Gopal (New York)
Nuno & Vanda (Portugal)
Roberto & Marie Josee (Canada)
Shaka Brown & Clavekazi (Washington, DC)
Victor & Burju of Hacha Y Machete (Boston)
Calle Luna (Philadelphia)
Calle Sol (Philadelphia)
Barbara Capaldi (New Jersey)
Darlin Garcia (Philadelphia)
Eli Torres (Philadelphia)
Jessica Rodriguez (Philadelphia)
Joe Figueroa (Philadelphia)
Michael Andino (Philadelphia)
There is an even mix of Salsa On1 and On2 workshops, so everyone can get their Salsa fix and learn new stuff. There are also 4 levels, so no more complaining that the workshop is too easy or too hard: Rookie Bootcamp for complete Novices Beginner (1 year of dancing) Intermediate (Solid dancing, can do & lead double turns) Master (for all those advanced dancers who think the learned it all or members of Pro and Semi-Pro teams) Visit our website to see the instructors’ websites and their performances. Click here to see the workshop schedule. Although the instructors are not up, all the workshops topics and times have been set http://www.philadelphiasalsafest.com

Salsa fest , 8 DJs, DJ Corwin (Salt Lake City, Utah) DJ Renzo (Washington, DC) DJ Clave (Philadelphia)
DJ Miguel Lebron (Philadelphia) DJ David Ortiz (Philadelphia) DJ Jay Rockwell (Philadelphia)
DJ Joe Figueroa (Philadelphia) DJ Jose Rodriguez (Philadelphia)
For all the details, registration and more visit the website at: http://www.philadelphiasalsafest.com

Happy birthday wishes to Amy Lefkowitz, Miriam sanchez, Joe Kerner, Rich Klinger, Patty Kozel (RIP), Sandra Gonzalez, Kat Clark, Celie McVaugh, Stracy Diaz~Hernandez and David Flynn.

Our condolences to Susan Bloom’s (Goldenberg) and her family on the passing of her father.

Congratulations to Lisa “Sparkles” Paternoster on her marriage (over Labor day weekend) and….the grand opening of her own dance studio, located at 130 South Street in the historic town of Oyster Bay, NY in the EvoSport X building. www.LisaSparkles.com

Five years ago, a beautiful, gifted singer passed away. Laura Branigan was only 47 years young when she succumbed to a brain aneurysm. Nominated for a Grammy award for her hit “Gloria”, she experienced platinum records with “Self Control”, “Solitaire” and “How Am I suppose to Live without You.

This week at Michael’s Cafe Donna Boyle & Ron Bess teach the free hustle lesson. Get there early, 8:30PM, then stay for the night as DJ Mark spins dance music until 12:45AM. We will be celebrating Joe Kerner’s birthday. Located on Street Road, in Bensalm Pa. Next weeks guest teacher is Wingo Hom.

Hats off to David Paris & Zoe, they made it to the semi finals on American’s Got Talent.
We are so proud of them and their great achievement. Click here to see their most recent performance.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2HyE_aPWti8

Check out the photo images, courtesy of Fred, from Terri Murphy’s birthday party held at Michael’s Cafe.
http://whatsnew.fredf.fotki.com/

You can submit your questions for the round table discussion on “the Growth of Hustle” by clicking on to: http://rhythmlounge.tv/the-growth-of-hustle-open-forum/

Saturday Night Disco Fever, November 7, Saturday, presented by the “Prince of Disco” Mickey B. A concert and dance contest at the Patchogue Theatre, 71 East Main St, Patchogue, NY, starring The Trammps, France Joli, Harold Melvin’s Blue Notes, Karen Lynn Gorney and the Sweetwater Orchestra. There will be a special Amateur dance contest and a John Travolta Look-A-Like contest.
For tickets call 516 – 822 – 9612 visit the website at www.mickeyb.com

Double high five to Lori Brizzi. New York Hustle Congress was off the charts. Read more below.

It’s hott & stirring up the dance floor. The newest release from DJ Fancy – Summer Mix. 17 new songs for contemporary dancing, hustle and Swing. This compilation includes the new songs by Shakira, Madonna, Black Eyed Peas, Pussy Cat Dolls, Beyonce, Jordan Sparks….. To order your copy, send a check for $15 to: Edward Archie, 6034 Magnolia Ave. Pennsauken, NJ 08109. The price including handling & shipping.

You didn’t have to wait long, its back the new season of “So You Think You Can Dance”. The show airs this Wednesday night, September 9th on the Fox network at 8PM EST.

A hustle beginners bootcamp is being held at the Bucks County Dance Center, instructed by Joey C. on October 4th, Sunday from 10:30AM to 2:30PM. Learn technique, movement, partnering, lead & follow etc..
located at 2292 Street Road in Bensalem. For details call Joey at (215) 317-7675

This weeks edition of DanceTalk is sponsored by The World Hustle Dance Championships.
www.hustledanceworld.com

Make it a great week,
Ron

The World Hustle Dance Championships
Its the 11th Annual World Hustle Dance Championships, being held October 8 – 11th, at the Hilton Hotel,
3 Tower Center Blvd, in East Brunswick, New Jersey. Your host, Diane K. Nardone invites you to the most exciting dance event of the year. With a bigger staff and talent bursting at the seams, you’ll be treated to the most spectacular hustle event, Ever. Diane is excited to bring so many talented professionals together for this amazing weekend. This years staff includes: Erica Smith, Jameson Kilburn, Stephanie Risser, Robert Cordoba, Elizabeth Darchi, Anthony Lee, Donna Boyle, Lisa Nunziella, Gary Ulaner, Joyce Szili, Brian Gallagher, Christopher & Lisa Schaupp, Daniel McGee, Donna DeSimone, Melody Cocharan, Chris Bates, Daniel McGee, Silvana Gallagher, Tony Pace, Tina Price, Wingo Hom, Lori Brizzi, Tybaldt Ulrich, Roberto Pagan, Ron Bess…..with a DJ team second to none: Bobby Gerard, Dave Muzii, Frank Pellicci, Mark Routzahn, Philip Spinka, Robert Cordoba, Johnny O and Joyce Szili. This year, the WHDC has added Ballroom competitions to the Friday schedule, in addition, there will be the very first, open forum, to discuss the “Growth of the Hustle”. It will include an 8 person panel to answer and suggest ideas to the audience. The forum will be moderated by Asia Batista, from the Rhythm Lounge, and Ron Bess from DanceTalk. The forum will take place on Friday night. Everyone is invited to take part. Registration & Competitions forms & Event Schedule are on the website for Hustle/WCS/Salsa/and Ballroom workshops & competitions. Registration/Competition forms are available for print (mail or fax) and on line registration is available. The event Schedule is also posted on the website. Book your room now, at the beautiful Hilton hotel at the low discounted room rate of only $99 per night…… prices will going up in just a few days. For all the details please visit the website at www.hustledanceworld.com

Last year, Donna Boyle received the Life Time Achievement Award, Lori Brizzi received the Christopher M. Nardone award, and Hazel & Tybaldt Ulrich took first place in the World Open. Who will dance away with all the Gold this year? Don’t miss this years competitions, workshops, dinner show and social dancing in an environment full of friendly dancers and smiling faces.

Letters to the Editor
(our goal is to post readers letters twice a month, unfortunately due to space limitations we can not publish them all)
Hi Ron;
I would like to express my appreciation to all my friends who celebrated my birthday with me at Michael’s Café last Wednesday. The music was great, the crowd warm and friendly, the energy positive and festive, and the cakes were yummy! And lots, lots of friendly people!
Thanks to everyone for the gifts and cards. They meant so much to me! And thanks to all the dancers that made my birthday dance so much fun and enjoyable.
What a wonderful feeling it is to be loved by the people you love!
Thank you everyone!
Trish
oxox

Hi Ron,
I just want to give a shout of appreciation out to all the people at Michael’s Cafe` that helped me celebrate my birthday. What a night to remember! Thanks to DJ Mark for the great music, to Jennifer for setting up and to all those that made my birthday dance so much fun. I am so happy and grateful to be a part of such a wonderful group and I hope everyone can feel the same joy when their day comes around.
Many thanks to all,
Terri

Hi Ron,
I’d like to thank everyone at Michael’s for making my birthday so special this year….especially my great friends Carole and Andre, Ron and BJ, Jennifer, and AJ and Sue. And the greatest thanks goes to my best buddy, Joe – who brought it all together and made my birthday such a wonderful and happy surprise!
Susan Riley

NY Hustle Congress – review
It should be no surprise why she was voted ‘ Person of the Year’ two years in a row. Lori Brizzi does everything from the heart. An incredible weekend of fun, dancing, competitions and giving. The school bells are ringing as summer comes to a close. The Fifth annual New York Hustle Congress scored an A+. The weekend was crowned with the “Circle Of Love” fund raiser that provides proceits for different charities and organizations each year. This year the focus was on our furry friends. The dancers lined up and were given an extra treat as the stars danced for “Hustle for the Hounds”. Hundreds of dollars were raised to assist the animal rescue groups. The list of professionals, superstars and celebrities were endless: Melanie LaPatin, Tony Meredith, Pasha & Anya, Luis Salgado, Aunt Barbara, Alex Kim, Roberto Pagan, Rosa Pareds, Billy Marti, Susan Fritz, Stephanie Risser, Frank Pellici, Johnny O, Donna DeSimone, Ron Sosario, Kristin Lynn, Wingo Hom, Angela Risser, Raul Santiago, Yesenia Santiago, Elizabeth Darci, Anthony Lee, Kiane K. Nardone, Donna Boyle, Brian Gallagher, Silvana Gallagher, Mark James, Louis Orlando, Tyrik Brown, Rob Finochio, John Merisia, Caesar Rivera, Jose Solano, Robin Amante, Paul Pellicoro, DJ Dennis, Gregory Harrison, Erica Smith, Maranda Folmer, Franklin Ayala, Charlie Derrick Allan, Eddie Simon, Bobby Morales, Robert Vance, Officer Smitty, Billy Fajardo, Katie Marlow, Miguel Marrero, Jami Josphson, Jamie Serna, Magique, Aunt Barbara, Robert Lawrence, Nino Torre, Carolyn Grimaldi, Stacy Redler, Nelson “Paradise” Roman, Karen Lupo, Barry Lawton, Gary Ulaner, Tybaldt Ulrich, Katia Morales, Victor Alexis, Keith Harrison. This year the David Melendez Inspiration Award was bestowed upon three deserving individuals. The heart of the music that moves us, driven by Bobby Morales, Johnny ‘O’ Ortiz and Nelson “Paradise” Roman. It was a great event, well organized and executed. Here are some of the results, for the complete list please visit the website later this week.

Team Match
1) Banga Langa – Roberto Pagan/Rosa Paredes and team

Amateur Just Hustle – Advanced
1) Jack Ciecka & Nina Feldman
2) Philip Spinka & Nancy Price
3) Kathryn Johanessen & Steven Shaghynessy

Pro/Am Intermediate Hustle – Females
1) Jennifer O’Brien & Raul Santiago
2) Lori Saladino & Donna DeSimone
3) Bianca Battaglia & Roberto Pagan

Pro/Am Hustle Advanced – Female
1) Angela Risser & Louie Orlando
2) Rosetta Baruola & Wingo Hom
3) Mihoko Ninomiya & Billy Marti

Pro/Am Tri Danceathon
1) Philip Spinka & Donna Boyle
2) Steven Shaughnessy & Donna DeSimone
3) Kathryn Johanessen & Wingo Hom

Professional Just Salsa
1) Roberto Pagan & Rosa Paredes
2) Raul & Yesnia Santiago
3) Wingo Hom & Susan Fritz

Professional Just Hustle
1) Brian & Silvana Gallagher
2) Maranda Folmer & Franklin Ayala
3) Roberto Pagan & Rosa Paredes

Professional Theater Arts Hustle
1) Katia Morales & Victor Alexis
2) Rainer Trubere & Veronica Castilla
3) Roberto Pagan & Rosa Paredes

Open Cabaret
1) Katia Morales & Victor Alexis

Auditions, Competitions, Socials, Cruises & More…
Sept 7, Mon – NY – Dancesport – Paul Pellicoro’s Legendary Hustle Mondays at DanceSport, featuring Nelson “Paradise” Roman spinning every Monday night, the best in hot dance music from 9:30PM – $10 admission; DS registered students free. 22 West 34th St. East Entrance 4th Fl between 5th & 6th avenues. www.dancesport.com

Sep 8, Tues – NY – Club Sambuca is closed Tuesday, September 8th, as everyone recuperates from Hustle & Salsa Congress. For more info, E-mail Robin at DanceRVC@aol.com

Sept 8, Tues – NY – HOT SALSA, HUSTLE & WC SWING DANCE PARTY – Weekly at CLUB 56 (56th Fighter Group Restaurant), Rt. 110 at Republic Airport, Farmingdale, Long Island, 7-11:30 pm, $15 Includes a Complimentary 1 hr HUSTLE Dance Lesson by DONNE De SIMONE, a Delicious HOT Buffet Dinner & dancing to the Hottest Latin, Hustle & WC Swing Dance Mix on LI by DJ CODY. For Info contact 631-744-7777 or www.LIDance.org

Sept 9, Wed – NY – “HUSTLEJAM” @ Stepping Out Studios, 37 W. 26th St. Join your hostess Simone Assboeck for a WEEKLY Hustle & Latin party, 9:30pm til 12:45am, DJ Nelson “Paradise” Roman spinning the best in hustle & latin $9/PP; $5 for SO Students Tonight’s Special is “Munchie Night”: Snax Galore!!! hustlejam@hotmail.com or 917 459-3990

Sept 9, Wednesday’s NJ DKN Dance Weekly classes & social at the Knights of Columbus 16-16 Maple Ave, Fairlawn. Join Diane K Nardone for 2 great Hustle lessons & social dancing, 7:30pm to 8:30PM Beg. Hustle, 8:30PM to 9:15PM 1st half of our practice social, 9:15PM to 10:15PM Inter / Adv. Hustle, 10:15PM to 11:00PM 2nd half of social, Admission:1Class $15, 1 Class & Social $18, 2 Classes & Social $25, Social only $8. For more info 201 666 6224 dkndance@verizon.net http://www.dkndance.com/

Sept 9, Wed – Pa – Michael’s Cafe, the hot spot for hustle, WCS and Latin dancing. Celebrating Joe Kerner’s birthday. Free hustle lesson with Disco Donna Boyle & Ron Bess at 8:30PM. DJ Mark spins the best dance music till 12:45AM. No cover charge, free lesson and lots of fun. Located at Street Road in Bensalem near the Race Track/Casino. Next weeks special guest teacher is Wingo Hom. Spread the word.

Sept 10, Thur – Pa – Join Star & Remi hosting the Starry Ferrari Salsa Social every 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month at the Ballroom On High, 310 E. High St.(2nd floor), Pottstown, The party starts at 8 p.m. with a Beg salsa lesson, then dancing to salsa, bachata, merengue & cha cha till 11 (sometimes later) Only $10. An Int. salsa lesson at 7! Only $5 extra for the early lesson. No partner needed. Light snacks provided. We LOVE our beginners. Info call 215-920-4511 or email star@netcarrier.com or visit www.swingkat.com

Sept 10, Thurs – NY – LATIN, HUSTLE, WCS at MIRELLE’S,!! 170 Post Ave, Westbury, Long Island, 11590. Presented by LOUIS DEL PRETE, 7:30PM to 11:30PM! Great Hot Buffet, 45 Min. WEST COAST SWING Dance Lesson starting at 7:30w/Louis. State of the art sound system, Air Conditioned, Door Prizes, Cash Bar Available, Admission $14, call Louis (516) 819 – 9016. EVENT RUNS EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT!

Desert City Swing Sept 11 – 13 2009 Phoenix Arizona, at the Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak Resort. WSDC registry event, free workshops, all competition finals are Jams, 2 beginner Boot Camps, strictly Swing A & B, Jack & Jills plus more. $99/night double occupancy rates, reserve at 800- 947 – 9784 Staff includes: Kyle Redd, Sarah Vann Drake, Parker Dearborn, Jessica Cox, Ben Morris, Melina Rameriz, Arjay Centeno, Melissa Rutz, John Lindo, Benji Schwimmer, Torri Smith…www.desertcityswing.com Mike Gadberry 480 – 570 – 5122 Desertcityswing@cox.net

Sept 11, Fri – NJ – Free Swing dance, Central Jersey Dance Society presents swing dance under the stars at Hinds Plaza, by the Princeton Boro Library on Witherspoon St. All abilities welcome. No partner needed. Metered parking on street. Parking garage next door. Surface is smooth stone. www.centraljerseydance.org for info 609-945-1883

Sept 11, Fri – NY – BALLROOM, LATIN, HUSTLE, WCS, at DEER PARK V.F.W. 588 Long Island Ave. Deer Park, LI, 11729. Presented by LOUIS DEL PRETE, 8:00PM to 12:00AM, Coffee, Tea, Cake, Fruit & Veg.Platter! 40 Min.Dance Lesson at 8:00w/Louis. State of the art sound system, Air Conditioned, Door Prizes, 50/50 Raffle, Cash Bar Available, $13, for info (516) 819 – 9016.

Sept 12, Sat – NJ – Ballroom Blitz. Intermediate Hustle Workshop 7 p.m. with Carmen Valverde. Beginner Hustle lesson with Carmen Valverde 7:40-8:30 p.m. Open Dancing to best of ballroom, hustle, swing, Latin and more 8:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. at the Universalist Unitarian Congregation of Princeton, 50 Cherry Hill Road, Princeton. $12, $8 students with ID. Free parking on site. Refreshments. Everyone welcome. No Partner needed. www.centraljerseydance.org, e mail noname@centraljerseydance.org 609-945-1883.

Sept 14, Mon – NY – Gossip Swing party. Monthly West Coast Swing Party With special guest teacher John Lindo. He will be teaching an Intermediate West Coast Swing Lesson from 7:15-8 PM and Steve Neeren Hosting & DJing from 8-11:30 PM. Located at 733 Ninth Ave. (bet 49th & 50th st ) Every second Monday of the month. Admission is $12 at the door or $10 if you pre-register at the Strictly Westie website. http://www.strictlywestie.com/dances/event.php?id=6594.

Sept 15, Tues – NY – HOT SALSA, HUSTLE & WC SWING DANCE PARTY – Tonight Featuring “LIDance HUSTLE CONTEST” – At CLUB 56 (56th Fighter Group Restaurant), Rt. 110 at Republic Airport, Farmingdale, Long Island, 7-11:30 pm, $15 Includes a Delicious HOT Buffet Dinner & dancing to the Hottest Latin, Hustle & WC Swing Dance Mix on LI by DJ CODY. No Dance Lesson tonight! For Info contact 631-744-7777 or www.LIDance.org

Sept 16, Wed – NY – “HUSTLEJAM” @ Stepping Out Studios, 37 W. 26th St.: Join your hostess Simone Assboeck for a WEEKLY Hustle & Latin party, 9:30pm til 12:45am, DJ Nelson “Paradise” Roman spinning the best in hustle & latin $9/PP; $5 for SO Students – Tonight’s Special is “Dancers Request Hour”: 60 minutes of your requested songs. hustlejam@hotmail.com or 917 459-3990

Sept 16, Wednesday’s NJ DKN Dance Weekly classes & social at the Knights of Columbus 16-16 Maple Ave, Fairlawn. Join Diane K Nardone for 2 great Hustle lessons & social dancing, 7:30pm to 8:30PM Beg. Hustle, 8:30PM to 9:15PM 1st half of our practice social, 9:15PM to 10:15PM Inter / Adv. Hustle, 10:15PM to 11:00PM 2nd half of social, Admission:1Class $15, 1 Class & Social $18, 2 Classes & Social $25, Social only $8. For more info 201 666 6224 dkndance@verizon.net http://www.dkndance.com/

Sept 17, Thurs – NY – BLACK & WHITE THEME PARTY, Celebrating Jose Bolivars 2nd Anniversary W/Great Latin Show Performances!!! LATIN, HUSTLE, WCS at MIRELLE’S,!! 170 Post Ave, Westbury, Long Island, 11590. Presented by LOUIS DEL PRETE, 7:30PM to 11:30PM! Great Hot Buffet, 45 Min. Dance Lesson starting at 7:30w/Louis. State of the art sound system, Air Conditioned, Door Prizes, Cash Bar Available, Admission $15, call Louis (516) 819 – 9016. THIS EVENT RUNS EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT!

Sept 19, Sat – NJ – Salsa Sensation with Beg/Inter Salsa lesson with Candace 7:30 p.m. Open dancing to best of Latine rhythms with DJ Miguel Lebron 8:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Suzanne Patterson Center , Monument Drive, off Rt 206, Princeton. Everyone welcome. No partner needed. $11 admision, $8 students with ID. For additional info www.centraljerseydance.org, or 609-945-1883, salsa@centraljerseydance.org.

Sept 20, Sun – Pa – World champion dancers, Sam & Denise Miller collaborates with Pianist Helen Beedle on Baker Hall stage, 3PM at Lehigh University. Sam & Denise will choreograph and perform, among others, tango, waltz, and country two – step to a mix of both classical and contemporary repertoire. With J. Beedle, singer/songwriter, and J. Villanueva, cornet. For information and ticket sales: http://www.zoellnerartscenter.org/cwo/Home

Sept 20, Sun – Pa – Patient Assistance Fund Raiser at Brookside Country Club Macungie, 1 p.m. – Social gathering and dancing 1:30 p.m. – Lunch with choice of salmon, prime rib, chicken or vegetarian option. DJ Carol Coffinger is helping Lehigh Valley Hospital Center (MUST CALL CAROL BEFORE SEPT 13 with your choice) Continuous dancing til 5 pm R.S.V.P. to Carol Coffinger at 610-398-8312 $75 per person donation and cash bar

Sept. 20, Sun – NJ – “YOUR TIME TO DANCE”! Exciting New Format! Free WCS workshop included starting at 7pm! 7-8 pm WCS workshop with Jessica Gettemen , 8-9 pm WCS only 9-10:30 pm WCS Latin and Hustle , 10:30-midnight Hustle only, Johnny “O” spinning great music from 8pm to midnight Only $8 before 10 pm/$10 after 3rd Sunday of every month. Great dance floor, friendly crowd. Come check it out! Starlight Dance Center , 7 High Street , Nutley , 973-235-9835 http://www.starlightdanceusa.com

Sept 20, Sun – NY – BALLROOM, LATIN, HUSTLE, WCS, at DEER PARK V.F.W. 588 Long Island Ave. Deer Park, LI, 11729. Presented by LOUIS DEL PRETE, 7:00PM to 11:00PM, Coffee, Tea, Cake, Fruit & Veg.Platter! 40 Min.Dance Lesson at 7:00w/Louis. State of the art sound system, Air Conditioned, Door Prizes, 50/50 Raffle, Cash Bar Available, $13, for info (516) 819 – 9016.

Sept 22, Tues – NY – HOT SALSA, HUSTLE & WC SWING DANCE PARTY – Weekly at CLUB 56 (56th Fighter Group Restaurant), Rt. 110 at Republic Airport, Farmingdale, Long Island, 7-11:30 pm, $15 Includes a Complimentary 1 hr SA:SA Dance Lesson by FRANK RITMO GARCIA, a Delicious HOT Buffet Dinner & dancing to the Hottest Latin, Hustle & WC Swing Dance Mix on LI by DJ CODY. For Info contact 631-744-7777 or www.LIDance.org

Sept 24 – 26th – St. Petersburg, Florida. Summer Swing Classic welcomes Beata Howe, Christopher Hussey & Katrina Branson, Shawn Swaithes & Donna Bonham Steinfeld, Danielle Blouin, Jimmy Formelio & Cindy Meyer, Mark Traynor, Debi Dillow, DJs Phil Dorroll, Earl Yeomans, & Vicki Kay!!! – Workshops, Dancing, NO competition just FUN FUN FUN! We will give away Tampa Bay Classic passes as door prizes! Only $79 for a weekend pass including workshops, parties, etc. See www.summerswingclassic.com for registration.

Sept 24, Thur – Pa – Join Star & Remi hosting the Starry Ferrari Salsa Social every 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month at the Ballroom On High, 310 E. High St.(2nd floor), Pottstown, The party starts at 8 p.m. with a Beg salsa lesson, then dancing to salsa, bachata, merengue & cha cha till 11 (sometimes later) Only $10. An Int. salsa lesson at 7! Only $5 extra for the early lesson. No partner needed. Light snacks provided. We LOVE our beginners. Info call 215-920-4511 or email star@netcarrier.com or visit www.swingkat.com

Sept 26, Sat – NY – DancXchange Lounge at Paul Pellicoro’s DanceSport, ballroom/hustle, Amateur Hustle Contest (Cash & Prizes for 1st & 2nd Place).winners go onto a Dance Off Nov. 7th hosted by Donna
DeSimone, 9:30pm, 22 West 34th Street (bet 5th & 6th) 4th floor, 212 307-1111 2 DJ’s, 2 Rooms, Cash Bar, DJs Nelson “Paradise” Roman & Johnny “O”, 7:30-8:15. Beg. Hustle with Donna, 8:30-9:15 Int. Hustle with Donna classes: $8.00 Dance 9:30pm-1:30am Discount Parking:$10.00 at GGCM (33rd & 5th bet Madison & 5th) with stamped ticket from DanceSport. info 516-375-8498 or dancxchange@yahoo.com

Sept 26, Sat – NY – BALLROOM, LATIN, HUSTLE, WCS, at DEER PARK V.F.W. 588 Long Island Ave. Deer Park, LI, 11729. Presented by LOUIS DEL PRETE, 8:00PM to 12:00AM, Coffee, Tea, Cake, Fruit & Veg.Platter! 40 Min.Dance Lesson at 8:00w/Louis. State of the art sound system, Air Conditioned, Door Prizes, 50/50 Raffle, Cash Bar Available, $14, for info (516) 819 – 9016.

Sept 26, Sat – NJ – Ballroom-Latin Dance Party with a 2 Hustle Workshops taught by Wingo Hom, and Choreography Student Performances. Hosted by Marc Liebeskind, Beg. Workshop 5:30 – 6:30 pm, Advanced Beg/Inter. Workshop: 6:35 – 7:35 pm, Ballroom-Latin Dancing from 7:45 to 11:30 pm, light refreshments served. Admission: Both Workshops & Social: $17/ $15 Student; Both Workshops or One Workshop & Social: $15 / $13 Students; 1 Workshop or Social $12/ $10 Students. IM Gallery, 233 Raritan Avenue (rear), Highland Park, http://www.DancingInHighlandPark.com/events.htm; 201-320-9176.

Sept 27, Sun – Pa – Donna Boyle ‘s Dance party at the Crown Plaza Hotel in King of Prussia, the home of Discoamerica. Hustle dance lesson at 6PM with Donna followed by dance party at 7PM until ?
Located at 260 MALL BLVD KING OF PRUSSIA PA 19406
http://www.donnaboyle.com/ 215 740 3472

Sept 27, Sun – Pa – West Coast Swing Night at Havana with the David Barry Five-Man Trio in New Hope. No admission! Free lesson! No Cover, Havana is 105 S. Main Street in New Hope. Phone 215 862 9897
The David Barry Five-Man Trio is the slinkiest, sexiest, most undulational WCS band on the East Coast!

Sept 29, Tues – NY – HOT SALSA, HUSTLE & WC SWING DANCE PARTY – Weekly at CLUB 56 (56th Fighter Group Restaurant), Rt. 110 at Republic Airport, Farmingdale, Long Island, 7-11:30 pm, $15 Includes a Complimentary 1 hr SA:SA Dance Lesson by FRANK RITMO GARCIA, a Delicious HOT Buffet Dinner & dancing to the Hottest Latin, Hustle & WC Swing Dance Mix on LI by DJ CODY. For Info contact 631-744-7777 or www.LIDance.org

Sep 29, Tues – NY Another special event hosted by Miriam Sanchez. DJ Bobby Morales will be back spinning the best of Hustle, Salsa, West Coast Swing, Cha-cha and Freestyle, something for everyone. 7:30 PM to Midnight. Hot complimentary buffet. Club Sambuca 272 Post Avenue Westbury, NY 11590 (¼ mile south of Northern State Pkwy) For more info Call Rob (516) 633-7550. Admission $5 for Gals, $7 for Guys

Oct 2, Fri – Pa – Reunion party for Scintillations Night Club, a back in the day party featuring original resident DJ Tyrone Ebo. Come out for this 30 year reunion, bringing back the dancers and staff including Ron Campli and Dave Wenntin. It all takes place at the old Scintillations Club now known as Club Ice at the Old Sheraton in King of Prussia. The party starts at 6pm only $20 cover which includes 2 free drinks. For more details visit the website. www.scintillations.net

World Hustle Dance Championships October 8 – 11th – Columbus Day weekend. At the East Brunswick Hilton Hotel, NJ. The 9th annual event hosted by Diane Nardone. Social dancing, competitions, Dinner Show, workshops and much more. Reduced room rate of only $99 per night, This is the last big event of the year. Hold the date. More details coming soon. www.hustledanceworld.com

Bermuda Dance Cruise October 18 – 25, 2009 – 7 Night Round-trip from New York (Laguardia) on the Norwegian Dawn Freestyle Cruising. Ports of call: New York City; King’s Wharf BERMUDA, Dance under the stars with Laurence Miller, Chad Stall…..Dance activities included: at least 12 workshops with classes in at least two levels. Intermediate in Swing, Salsa, Rumba, Cha Cha, Waltz & Foxtrot. http://www.sundancercruises.net/

Oct 25, NY – The Great Memory Walk day , in honor of Chris Bates’ mom, Geneva Jeffries. please join them. An estimated 5.3 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s. Now is the time to ACT to end this epidemic. The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer care, It’s easy to give online by following the link below. This Link to visit my personal web page and help in his efforts to support Alzheimer’s Association New York City Chapter
https://www.kintera.org/faf/donorRe/donorPledge.asp?ievent=302442⊃Id=228421577

Oct 25, Sun – Pa – 7th Annual Dance Party Benefit for Breast Cancer. Jitterbug, Line, Hustle, contemporary music…..raffles, 6 to 10PM, $15 donation in advance or $20 at the door. Barren Hill Fire Company Hall, 647 Germantown Pike, Lafayette Hill, brendap313@comcast.net 610-203-6348

Philadelphia SALSAFEST October 30 – Nov 1, 2009, The great northeast will experience a brand new dance competition this fall. La Luna Dance presents the first annual at the Ramada Airport Philadelphia. A three day Salsa Congress hosted by Sonya Elmore. Featuring a spectacular show and the top teachers from Portugal, Canada and New York, Philadelphia, California, Massachusetts…. your Halloween weekend destination. http://www.philadelphiasalsafest.com

Saturday Night Disco Fever, November 7, Saturday, presented by the “Prince of Disco” Mickey B. A concert and dance contest at the Patchogue Theatre, 71 East Main St, Patchogue, NY,
starring The Trammps, France Joli, Harold Melvin’s Blue Notes, Karen Lynn Gorney and the Sweetwater Orchestra. There will be a special Amateur dance contest and a John Travolta Look-A-Like contest. For tickets call 516 – 822 – 9612 visit the website at www.mickeyb.com

5 Night Western Caribbean cruise November 30 – December 5, from Miami to Cozumel, Belize. Set sail with Justin Penney from Dance Sport USA aboard the “Navigator Of The Seas”. Dance on the high seas with the incomparable Justin Penney and Cruise Connection. Whether you are single or have a partner, the instructors can teach you how to dance foxtrot, swing, tango, waltz, rumba, bolero, cha cha. Experience danily dance lessons, workshops, prizes, ice skating rink, miniature golf course, rock climbing wall, around the clock dining, top entertainment, cocktail parties, and endless activities. Rates start as low as $379.00 for an inside cabin. Visit the website for more details or call www.cruiseconnection.org (954) 755 – 3518

Hustle & Salsa Cruise January 16 – 21, 2010, 11th Annual Tropical Dance Convention. Navigator Of The Seas, Join Drew, Nino and Caren for this 5-night exotic Caribbean winter getaway. Rates start as low as $590 per person. You’ll travel from Miami to Labadee to Ocho Rios and back to Florida. Fabulous meals, buffets, 15 hours of dance workshops, 10 social dance sessions, pools, spas, broadway shows, Jack n Jill contests, dance hosts plus more. The first, original hustle dance cruise!For more details call 754 – 246 – 2874, e mail hustlecruise@hotmail.com website www.HustleCruise.com

Sundancer 7 Night Mexican Rivera Dance Cruise, January 24, 2010 – Jan 31, 2010, Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlan & Cabo San Lucas Round trip from Los Angeles. Instructors: Maggie Francucci of Colorado & Paul Zimny of California. Prices start at $629 inside cabin, $729 ocean view & $879 balcony Plus port charges, taxes, fuel surcharge and gratuities. Deposit of $375 due by Aug 15, 2009 Final Payment Deadline: Nov 1, 2009 Dance Activities include Dance Workshops in beginner & intermediate levels PLUS private social dances with our DJ music – mixture of Ballroom, Swing & Latin, mixers & fun dance games and at least two dance hosts for the single ladies – All included in our price. Contact: Cathy & Brent Paxton at 1-866-409-SAIL (7245) info@SundancerCruises.net Fax: 303-284-0983 Website: www.SundancerCruises.net

Happy Birthday wishes to Raye Avery, Annmarie Randazzo, Jenny Costa, James Stanford, Maryann Rosa, Asia Bautista, Heidi Groskreutz, Cindy Sherman, Jose Gonzales, Rita Dowd, Nan Bohrar (RIP), Michael Cohen and Gloria Gaynor

Our heart felt condolences go out to Dave Muzzi and his family. Dave’s twin brother Mark’s life was cut short. He leaves behind a loving family and friends. Mark served as a proud Commander in the US Navy for 20 years. Donations can be made to the First United Methodist Church in Bloomington, Indiana. http://www.wthr.com/global/video/popup/pop_playerLaunch.asp?vt1=v&clipFormat=flv&clipId1=4073993&at1=News&h1=Fatal

Our condolences go out to the friends and family of William Whitlow, who was killed in an auto accident. He was a wonderful dancer and friend to many. He will be so greatly missed. Monica Cejudo has created a Facebook Memorial page, where you can post words and pictures. http://www.facebook.com/pages/In-Memorial-William-Withlow/120434487837

Pasha, a finalist from So You Think You Can Dance is now starring in “Burn The Floor”. He will be on staff at this weeks “New York Hustle Congress” and will be in the “Circle Of Love, Hustle for the Hounds” fund raiser. Just one more great reason to be at the NY Hustle Congress. www.nyhustlecongress.com

A big birthday bash, this week at Sambuca, Tuesday night. Celebrating birthdays for Miriam Sanchez, Maryann Rosa, Stracey Diaz and Renee Dorsa. Club Sambuca, 272 Post Avenue Westbury, NY.

This week kicks off the semi finals on America’s Got Talent where the top acts compete. Be sure to tune in to watch the amazing artistry of dance champions David Paris & Zoe Klein, this Tuesday night, on the ABC network. Please don’t forget to vote. They need our support.

Congratulations to Jennifer & Jeff Gessner on the birth of their daughter, Genevieve Celina. The bundle of joy was born on August 23 and weighs 8 lb. 2 oz., 20 inches in length. Everyone is doing well.

Check out the dance pictures from Elisabeth Craner & Stanley Smalanovich’s birthday celebration at Michael’s Cafe, courtesy of Scott Michielli. http://www2.snapfish.com/launchslideshow/share_version=version_B/AlbumID=1212429017/SUBSCRIBER_NAME=SNAPFISH//EntryIDX=1

The Saturday Night Disco Fever has a line up of music all -stars. Mickey B. has a concert and a half that will take you on a trip back to the Disco era, featuring the Trammps (Disco Inferno), France Joli (Come To Me), Harold Melvin’s Blue Notes (The Love I lost) it all takes place on November 7th at the Patchogue Theatre, 71 East Main St, Patchogue, NY, you can order your tickets now by calling 516 – 822 – 9612 visit the website at www.mickeyb.com

Zachary’s held the second week of the $10,000 dance contest. This past week’s winners were Mary & Louie Rosa, Annamarie & Richard took second place. All 1st, 2nd & 3rd place winners receive cash
prizes. To register, contact Charlie, your host, at (516) 983-3913 For details visit www.zacharysny.com

Simone Assboeck has been cast as a flappper in “Boardwalk Empire”, an HBO’s Martin Scorsese-directed drama pilot. Written by Terence Winter, “Empire” chronicles the early 20th century origins of Atlantic City and revolves around Nucky Johnson (Steve Buscemi), who runs a liquor-distribution ring, and Jimmy Darmody (Michael Pitt), his ruthless flunky. For more details visit: http://boardwalkempire.com/

Tyrone Ebo, Ron Campli & Dave Wenntin are putting together a Scintillations Reunion at the Old Scintillations Club now known as Club Ice at the Old Sheraton in King of Prussia, Pa. The reunion is Friday October 2nd, starting at 6pm, there is a $20 cover charge that includes 2 free drinks.

May I Have This Dance is hosting the Chicago Hustle Championships at their studio October 16 – 18 weekend. Donna DeSimone will be teaching workshops & judging. The competitions will include Jack & Jills, Pro-Ams & Strictly Hustle. Hustle is growing fast in the Chicago area. For more info & registration forms please visit the website. http://www.mayihavethisdance.com/events/HustleChamps2009Main.php

Former “So You Think You Can Dance” choreographer Alex Da Silva was arrested in Hollywood and charged with assaulting 4 different women. He is being held on $6 million bail.

Mario Lopez is back with the 4th season of Randy Jackson presents America’s Best Dance Crews. The show airs on Sunday nights at 8PM (EST) on MTV

This weeks edition of DanceTalk is sponsored by DJ Fancy and his brand new Summer Mix CD. Read all the details below.

Make it a great week,
Ron

New York Hustle Congress – this week
Last call, as we say good by to summer, its the last big dance event of the season, its time for New York Hustle Congress. Pasha from ‘So You Think You Can Dance’ is going, so is his partner Anya, for the Circle of Love and a special workshop entitled ‘Cool Moves and Styling’ – Dance Like a Star!’ . It will take place 6:30 – 7:30 PM on Sunday. The cost for the workshop is only $20. It is sure to fill up quickly so reserve your space now by writing to Lori at loribrizzi@aol.com . Guess who else is coming? Actor/ choreographer /Broadway star Luis Salgado will be taking part in the Circle of Love at NY Hustle Congress too. Luis is currently starring in the Broadway musical “In The Heights” He will share his charisma with us in the Circle of Love. Plus, look who is waiting to see you: Bobby Morales, Johnny ‘O’ Ortiz, Nelson ‘Paradise’ Roman, Nino Torre, Ron Bess, Bobbi Petri, Anthony Lee, Sergeant Smitty, Donna Boyle, Billy Marti, Silvana Gallagher, Donna DeSimone, Brian Gallagher, Bonnie Herbert, George Garcia, Diane K. Nardone, Louie Orlando, Elizabeth Darchi, Kim Vanaman, Raul Santiago, Mark James, Karen Lupo, Roberto Pagan, Rosa Paredas, Lisa Nunziella, Kelvin Roche, Lori Ann Greenhouse, Derrick Allen, Robert Anthony Vance, Jami Josephson, Paul Pellicoro………..Add this year, is the West Coast Swing room which will be open from 8PM – 2AM. There is a special kickoff party at Iguana on Thursday night from 9 – 2am. Located at 240 West 54th Street (Bet. 8th Ave & Bway) Don’t be left out, don’t miss a minute, its the annual tradition, its……New York Hustle Congress. Be there. www.nyhustlecongress.com

DJ Fancy’s ‘Summer Mix’
DJ Fancy is back with his Summer Mix for 2009 and boy he hasn’t missed a trick. 17 brand new songs for contemporary dancing, hustle and Swing. This CD has the hottest new club songs that pack a punch. This unique compilation includes the scorching hot new songs by Shakira – She Wolf, Madonna’s newest single Celebration, and the Black Eyed Peas – I Gotta Feeling. Most of the DJ Fancy songs are remixed for a great dance beat. He has the knack of taking a beautiful ballad and tweaking it for a great dance floor jam. If your ready to experience the newest songs of summer then check out these tunes: Hush Hush by the Pussy Cat Dolls which has the cover of I will Survive originally recorded by Gloria Gaynor. The newest releases by Beyonce and Jordan Sparks. Over one hour of great dance songs that should be part of your library. DJ Fancy is a pro at studio and commercial mixing and now brings you more of the fresh new music he is famous for. To order your copy of the ‘Summer Mix’, please send a check for $15 to: Edward Archie, 6034 Magnolia Avenue, Pennsauken, NJ 08109. The price including handling and shipping.

NASDE “Classic, Showcase & Strictly Swing Standings
courtesy of: www.nasde.net

JORDAN FRISBEE 50 TATIANA MOLLMANN 50
ARJAY CENTENO 46 MELISSA RUTZ 46
CHRISTOPHER HUSSEY 41 KATRINA BRANSON 41
PARKER DEARBORN 36 JESSICA COX 37.5
BEN MORRIS 36 MELINA RAMIREZ 36
MICHAEL KIELBASA 32 JENNIFER DELUCA 32.5
JASON BARNES 32 ERICA BERG 32
KYLE REDD 26 KELLESE KEY 28
MYLES MUNROE 23 SARAH VANN DRAKE 26
JIM MINTY 22 TESSA CUNNINGHAM 23
RONNIE DEBENEDETTA 20 KATIE MCCASLIN 22
JASON MARKER 18 BRANDI TOBIAS 20.5
JAKE HANING 18 ANNMARIE LAFRAMBOISE 19.5
JASON MIKLIC 17 TALETHA JOUZDANI 18
GREGORY SCOTT 17 COURTNEY ADAIR 13

New York Record Pool
The New York Music Pool list supplied by Jackie McCloy at NYMusicPool@aol.com.
TOP HITS
1 Let The Feelings Go by Anna Grace
2 When Love Takes Over by David Guetta
3 Crazy Possessive by Kaci Battaglia
4 Evacuate The Dancefloor by Cascada
5 Love Struck by V Factory
6 Armageddon (Remixes) by Jessica Jarrell
7 Goodbye by Kristina DeBarge
8 Shame On Me by Alex Sayz
9 Everytime by Daisy
10 Scared Of Me by Fedde LeGrand
11 Now I’m That Bitch by Livvi Franc
12 Sing (Remixes) by Wyonna
13 Turn Up The Radio by Lenny B feat. NJ
14 Celebration by Madonna
15 Come Back To Me by Utada

Auditions, Competitions, Socials, Cruises & More…..
Aug 31, Mon – NY – Dancesport – Paul Pellicoro’s Legendary Hustle Mondays at DanceSport, featuring Nelson “Paradise” Roman spinning every Monday night, the best in hot dance music from 9:30PM – $10 admission; DS registered students free. 22 West 34th St. East Entrance 4th Fl between 5th & 6th avenues. www.dancesport.com

Sept 1, Tues – NY – HOT SALSA, HUSTLE & WC SWING DANCE PARTY – Weekly at CLUB 56 (56th Fighter Group Restaurant), Rt. 110 at Republic Airport, Farmingdale, Long Island, 7-11:30 pm, $15 Includes a Complimentary 1 hr HUSTLE Dance Lesson by DONNE De SIMONE, a Delicious HOT Buffet Dinner & dancing to the Hottest Latin, Hustle & WC Swing Dance Mix on LI by DJ CODY. For Info contact 631-744-7777 or www.LIDance.org

Sept 1, Tues – NY -Special Event this week at Club Sambuca, 272 Post Avenue Westbury, (¼ mile south of Northern State Parkway). Celebration of Miriam Sanchez’s 50th, Mary Ann Rosa, Renne & Stracey’s birthdays. Host: Sambuca, Ralph & Luis . Opening early 7:30PM to 12 AM. Admission this week Ladies $5, Gentlemen $7 Music by Bobby Morales, Luis Rosa & Luis Roman. Complimentary buffet.

Sept 2, Wednesday’s NJ DKN Dance Weekly classes and social at the Knights of Columbus 16-16 Maple Ave, Fairlawn. Join Diane K Nardone for 2 great Hustle lessons & social dancing, 7:30pm to 8:30PM Beg Hustle, 8:30PM to 9:15PM 1st half of our practice social, 9:15PM to 10:15PM Inter/ Adv Hustle, 10:15PM to 11:00PM 2nd half of social, Admission:1Class $15, 1 Class & Social $18, 2 Classes & Social $25, Social only $8. For more info 201 666 6224 dkndance@verizon.net http://www.dkndance.com/

Sept 2, Wed – Pa – Michael’s Cafe, the hot spot for hustle, WCS and Latin dancing. Free hustle lesson with Joey Commatucci at 8:30PM. DJ Mark spins the best dance music till 12:45AM. No cover charge, free lesson and lots of fun. Located at Street Road in Bensalem near the Race Track/Casino. Next weeks special guest teacher is Disco Donna Boyle. Spread the word.

Sept 2, Wed – NY – “HUSTLEJAM” @ Stepping Out Studios, 37 W. 26th St.: Join your hostess Simone Assboeck for a WEEKLY Hustle & Latin party, 9:30pm til 12:45am, DJ Nelson “Paradise” Roman spinning the best in hustle & latin $9/PP; $5 for SO Students – Tonight’s Special is “Lucky Draw” Everyone has a chance to win perx! hustlejam@hotmail.com or 917 459-3990

Sept 2, Wed – Best of ‘So You Think You Can Dance’, top 15 dance performances from the last 5 seasons, from the 100th episode. On the Fox network at 8PM EST.

New York Hustle Congress Sept 3rd – 6th 2009 at the NYC Hilton, join Lori Brizzi for the biggest end of the summer party of the year. Workshops, competitions, exhibitions and the best dancing on the east coast. Two Feet- One Event – NY Hustle Congress. More details coming soon.
www.nyhustlecongress.com LoriBrizzi@aol.com 516 – 728 – 6101

Sept 5, Sat – NJ – California Mix by No Name Dance Society. Beg/ Inter Salsa lesson with Henri Velandia 7:30-8:30. Open dancing to music by Genesis playing Latin, Swing, WCS, Hustle, Ballroom… 8:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. at the Universalist Unitarian Congregation of Princeton, 50 Cherry Hill Rd, Princeton. $12, $8 students with ID. www.centraljerseydance.org or noname@centraljerseydance.org call 609-945-1883.

Sept 8, Tues – NY – HOT SALSA, HUSTLE & WC SWING DANCE PARTY – Weekly at CLUB 56 (56th Fighter Group Restaurant), Rt. 110 at Republic Airport, Farmingdale, Long Island, 7-11:30 pm, $15 Includes a Complimentary 1 hr HUSTLE Dance Lesson by DONNE De SIMONE, a Delicious HOT Buffet Dinner & dancing to the Hottest Latin, Hustle & WC Swing Dance Mix on LI by DJ CODY. For Info contact 631-744-7777 or www.LIDance.org

Sept 9, Wed – NY – “HUSTLEJAM” @ Stepping Out Studios, 37 W. 26th St.: Join your hostess Simone Assboeck for a WEEKLY Hustle & Latin party, 9:30pm til 12:45am, DJ Nelson “Paradise” Roman spinning the best in hustle & latin $9/PP; $5 for SO Students – Tonight’s Special is “Munchie Night”: Snax Galore!!! hustlejam@hotmail.com or 917 459-3990

Sept 9, Wednesday’s NJ DKN Dance Weekly classes & social at the Knights of Columbus 16-16 Maple Ave, Fairlawn. Join Diane K Nardone for 2 great Hustle lessons & social dancing, 7:30pm to 8:30PM Beg. Hustle, 8:30PM to 9:15PM 1st half of our practice social, 9:15PM to 10:15PM Inter / Adv. Hustle, 10:15PM to 11:00PM 2nd half of social, Admission:1Class $15, 1 Class & Social $18, 2 Classes & Social $25, Social only $8. For more info 201 666 6224 dkndance@verizon.net http://www.dkndance.com/

Sept 10, Thur – Pa – Join Star & Remi hosting the Starry Ferrari Salsa Social every 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month at the Ballroom On High, 310 E. High St.(2nd floor), Pottstown, The party starts at 8 p.m. with a Beg salsa lesson, then dancing to salsa, bachata, merengue & cha cha till 11 (sometimes later) Only $10. An Int. salsa lesson at 7! Only $5 extra for the early lesson. No partner needed. Light snacks provided. We LOVE our beginners. Info call 215-920-4511 or email star@netcarrier.com or visit www.swingkat.com

Desert City Swing Sept 11 – 13 2009 Phoenix Arizona, at the Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak Resort. WSDC registry event, free workshops, all competition finals are Jams, 2 beginner Boot Camps, strictly Swing A & B, Jack & Jills plus more. $99/night double occupancy rates, reserve at 800- 947 – 9784 Staff includes: Kyle Redd, Sarah Vann Drake, Parker Dearborn, Jessica Cox, Ben Morris, Melina Rameriz, Arjay Centeno, Melissa Rutz, John Lindo, Benji Schwimmer, Torri Smith. www.desertcityswing.com Mike Gadberry 480 – 570 – 5122 Desertcityswing@cox.net

Sept 11, Fri – NJ – Free Swing dance, Central Jersey Dance Society presents swing dance under the stars at Hinds Plaza, by the Princeton Boro Library on Witherspoon St. All abilities welcome. No partner needed. Metered parking on street. Parking garage next door. Surface is smooth stone. www.centraljerseydance.org
for info 609-945-1883

Sept 11, Fri – NY – BALLROOM, LATIN, HUSTLE, WCS, at DEER PARK V.F.W. 588 Long Island Ave. Deer Park, LI, 11729. Presented by LOUIS DEL PRETE, 8:00PM to 12:00AM, Coffee, Tea, Cake, Fruit & Veg.Platter! 40 Min.Dance Lesson at 8:00w/Louis. State of the art sound system, Air Conditioned, Door Prizes, 50/50 Raffle, Cash Bar Available, $13, for info (516) 819 – 9016.

Sept 12, Sat – NJ – Ballroom Blitz. Intermediate Hustle Workshop 7 p.m. with Carmen Valverde. Beginner Hustle lesson with Carmen Valverde 7:40-8:30 p.m. Open Dancing to best of ballroom, hustle, swing, Latin and more 8:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. at the Universalist Unitarian Congregation of Princeton, 50 Cherry Hill Road, Princeton. $12, $8 students with ID. Free parking on site. Refreshments. Everyone welcome. No Partner needed. www.centraljerseydance.org e mail noname@centraljerseydance.org 609-945-1883.

Sept 14, Mon – NY – Gossip Swing party. Monthly West Coast Swing Party With special guest teacher John Lindo. He will be teaching an Intermediate West Coast Swing Lesson from 7:15-8 PM and Steve Neeren Hosting & DJing from 8-11:30 PM. Located at 733 Ninth Ave. (bet 49th & 50th st ) Every second Monday of the month. Admission is $12 at the door or $10 if you pre-register at the Strictly Westie website. http://www.strictlywestie.com/dances/event.php?id=6594

Sept 15, Tues – NY – HOT SALSA, HUSTLE & WC SWING DANCE PARTY – Tonight Featuring “LIDance HUSTLE CONTEST” – At CLUB 56 (56th Fighter Group Restaurant), Rt. 110 at Republic Airport, Farmingdale, Long Island, 7-11:30 pm, $15 Includes a Delicious HOT Buffet Dinner & dancing to the Hottest Latin, Hustle & WC Swing Dance Mix on LI by DJ CODY. No Dance Lesson tonight! For Info contact 631-744-7777 or www.LIDance.org

Sept 16, Wednesday’s NJ DKN Dance Weekly classes & social at the Knights of Columbus 16-16 Maple Ave, Fairlawn. Join Diane K Nardone for 2 great Hustle lessons & social dancing, 7:30pm to 8:30PM Beg. Hustle, 8:30PM to 9:15PM 1st half of our practice social, 9:15PM to 10:15PM Inter / Adv. Hustle, 10:15PM to 11:00PM 2nd half of social, Admission:1Class $15, 1 Class & Social $18, 2 Classes & Social $25, Social only $8. For more info 201 666 6224 dkndance@verizon.net http://www.dkndance.com/

Sept 20, Sun – Pa – World champion dancers, Sam & Denise Miller collaborates with Pianist Helen Beedle on Baker Hall stage, 3PM at Lehigh University. Sam & Denise will choreograph and perform, among others, tango, waltz, and country two – step to a mix of both classical and contemporary repertoire. With J. Beedle, singer/songwriter, and J. Villanueva, cornet. For information and ticket sales: http://www.zoellnerartscenter.org/cwo/Home

Sept 20, Sun – Pa – Patient Assistance Fund Raiser at Brookside Country Club Macungie, 1 p.m. – Social gathering and dancing 1:30 p.m. – Lunch with choice of salmon, prime rib, chicken or vegetarian option. DJ Carol Coffinger is helping Lehigh Valley Hospital Center (MUST CALL CAROL BEFORE SEPT 13 with your choice) Continuous dancing til 5 pm R.S.V.P. to Carol Coffinger at 610-398-8312 $75 per person donation and cash bar

Sept. 20, Sun – NJ – “YOUR TIME TO DANCE”! Exciting New Format! Free WCS workshop included starting at 7pm! 7-8 pm WCS workshop with Jessica Gettemen , 8-9 pm WCS only 9-10:30 pm WCS Latin and Hustle , 10:30-midnight Hustle only, Johnny “O” spinning great music from 8pm to midnight Only $8 before 10 pm/$10 after 3rd Sunday of every month. Great dance floor, friendly crowd. Come check it out! Starlight Dance Center , 7 High Street , Nutley , 973-235-9835 http:/www.starlightdanceusa.com

Sept 24 – 26th – St. Petersburg, Florida. Summer Swing Classic welcomes Beata Howe, Christopher Hussey & Katrina Branson, Shawn Swaithes & Donna Bonham Steinfeld, Danielle Blouin, Jimmy Formelio & Cindy Meyer, Mark Traynor, Debi Dillow, DJs Phil Dorroll, Earl Yeomans, & Vicki Kay!!! – Workshops, Dancing, NO competition just FUN FUN FUN! We will give away Tampa Bay Classic passes as door prizes! Only $79 for a weekend pass including workshops, parties, etc. See www.summerswingclassic.com for registration.

Sept 24, Thur – Pa – Join Star & Remi hosting the Starry Ferrari Salsa Social every 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month at the Ballroom On High, 310 E. High St.(2nd floor), Pottstown, The party starts at 8 p.m. with a Beg salsa lesson, then dancing to salsa, bachata, merengue & cha cha till 11 (sometimes later) Only $10. An Int. salsa lesson at 7! Only $5 extra for the early lesson. No partner needed. Light snacks provided. We LOVE our beginners. Info call 215-920-4511 or email star@netcarrier.com or visit www.swingkat.com

Sept 27, Sun – Pa – Donna Boyle ‘s Dance party at the Crown Plaza Hotel in King of Prussia, the home of Discoamerica. Hustle dance lesson at 6PM with Donna followed by dance party at 7PM until ?
Located at 260 MALL BLVD KING OF PRUSSIA PA 19406 http://www.donnaboyle.com/ 215 740 3472

Sept 27, Sun – Pa – West Coast Swing Night at Havana with the David Barry Five-Man Trio in New Hope. No admission! Free lesson! No Cover, Havana is 105 S. Main Street in New Hope. Phone 215 862 9897
The David Barry Five-Man Trio is the slinkiest, sexiest, most undulational WCS band on the East Coast!

Oct 2, Fri – Pa – Reunion party for Scintillations Night Club, a back in the day party featuring original resident DJ Tyrone Ebo. Come out for this 30 year reunion, bringing back the dancers and staff including Ron Campli and Dave Wenntin. It all takes place at the old Scintillations Club now known as Club Ice at the Old Sheraton in King of Prussia. The party starts at 6pm only $20 cover which includes 2 free drinks. For more details visit the website. www.scintillations.net

World Hustle Dance Championships October 8 – 11th – Columbus Day weekend. At the East Brunswick Hilton Hotel, NJ. The 9th annual event hosted by Diane Nardone. Social dancing, competitions, Dinner Show, workshops and much more. Reduced room rate of only $99 per night, This is the last big event of the year. Hold the date. More details coming soon. www.hustledanceworld.com

Bermuda Dance Cruise October 18 – 25, 2009 – 7 Night Round-trip from New York (Laguardia) on the Norwegian Dawn Freestyle Cruising. Ports of call: New York City; King’s Wharf BERMUDA, Dance under the stars with Laurence Miller, Chad Stall…..Dance activities included: at least 12 workshops with classes in at least two levels. Intermediate in Swing, Salsa, Rumba, Cha Cha, Waltz & Foxtrot. http://www.sundancercruises.net/

Oct 25, NY – The Great Memory Walk day , in honor of Chris Bates’ mom, Geneva Jeffries. please join them. An estimated 5.3 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s. Now is the time to ACT to end this epidemic. The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer care, It’s easy to give online by following the link below. This Link to visit my personal web page and help in his efforts to support Alzheimer’s Association New York City Chapter https://www.kintera.org/faf/donorReg/donorPledge.asp?ievent=302442⊃Id=228421577

Oct 25, Sun – Pa – 7th Annual Dance Party Benefit for Breast Cancer. Jitterbug, Line, Hustle, contemporary music…..raffles, 6 to 10PM, $15 donation in advance or $20 at the door. Barren Hill Fire Company Hall, 647 Germantown Pike, Lafayette Hill, brendap313@comcast.net 610-203-6348

Philadelphia SALSAFEST October 30 – Nov 1, 2009, The great northeast will experience a brand new dance competition this fall. La Luna Dance presents the first annual at the Ramada Airport Philadelphia. A three day Salsa Congress hosted by Sonya Elmore. Featuring a spectacular show and the top teachers from Portugal, Canada and New York, Philadelphia, California, Massachusetts…. your Halloween weekend destination. http://www.philadelphiasalsafest.com

Saturday Night Disco Fever, November 7, Saturday, presented by the “Prince of Disco” Mickey B. A concert and dance contest at the Patchogue Theatre, 71 East Main St, Patchogue, NY,starring The Trammps, France Joli, Harold Melvin’s Blue Notes, Karen Lynn Gorney and the Sweetwater Orchestra. There will be a special Amateur dance contest and a John Travolta Look-A-Like contest. For tickets call 516 – 822 – 9612 visit the website at www.mickeyb.com

5 Night Western Caribbean cruise November 30 – December 5, from Miami to Cozumel, Belize. Set sail with Justin Penney from Dance Sport USA aboard the “Navigator Of The Seas”. Dance on the high seas with the incomparable Justin Penney and Cruise Connection. Whether you are single or have a partner, the instructors can teach you how to dance foxtrot, swing, tango, waltz, rumba, bolero, cha cha. Experience danily dance lessons, workshops, prizes, ice skating rink, miniature golf course, rock climbing wall, around the clock dining, top entertainment, cocktail parties, and endless activities. Rates start as low as $379.00 for an inside cabin. Visit the website for more details or call www.cruiseconnection.org (954) 755 – 3518

Hustle & Salsa Cruise January 16 – 21, 2010, 11th Annual Tropical Dance Convention. Navigator Of The Seas, Join Drew, Nino and Caren for this 5-night exotic Caribbean winter getaway. Rates start as low as $590 per person. You’ll travel from Miami to Labadee to Ocho Rios and back to Florida. Fabulous meals, buffets, 15 hours of dance workshops, 10 social dance sessions, pools, spas, broadway shows, Jack n Jill contests, dance hosts plus more. The first, original hustle dance cruise!For more details call 754 – 246 – 2874, e mail hustlecruise@hotmail.com website www.HustleCruise.com

Sundancer 7 Night Mexican Rivera Dance Cruise, January 24, 2010 – Jan 31, 2010, Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlan & Cabo San Lucas Round trip from Los Angeles. Instructors: Maggie Francucci of Colorado & Paul Zimny of California. Prices start at $629 inside cabin, $729 ocean view & $879 balcony Plus port charges, taxes, fuel surcharge and gratuities. Deposit of $375 due by Aug 15, 2009 Final Payment Deadline: Nov 1, 2009 Dance Activities include Dance Workshops in beginner & intermediate levels PLUS private social dances with our DJ music – mixture of Ballroom, Swing & Latin, mixers & fun dance games and at least two dance hosts for the single ladies – All included in our price. Contact: Cathy & Brent Paxton at 1-866-409-SAIL (7245) info@SundancerCruises.net Fax: 303-284-0983 Website: www.SundancerCruises.net