Happy birthday wishes to Brian Faust, Steve Neeren, Paul Kaczkin, Al Bey, Toni Serota, Rob Finocchio, Jim Bronke, Tybalt Urlich, Barbara Rosinski, Laura Eber, Barry Slovinsky and Mia.
Congratulation to Mark James and Karen Lupo. It’s been eight years since Mark & Karen’s Dance Zone has been running dances in Wantagh, NY. This Saturday evening, Aug 1 is their 8th Yr Anniversary Dance. Don’t miss it, M&K Show + Shoe Table in Wantagh – More info @ http://www.mjames.org/zone.html
Dance (212) premiers this month on www.Dancemedia.com
DJ Fancy has a big hit on his hands. The new Spring Mix has a great selection of dance and club songs. Sean Kingston’s “Fire On the Dance Floor”, Pit Bull’s “I Know You Want Me”, Beyonce’s dance mix of “Halo”, “Love Struck” by V – Factory, “Boom Boom Pow” by the Black Eyed Peas plus 13 other dance tracks. To order your copy of new dance songs, send a check for $15 to: Edward Archie, 6034 Magnolia Avenue, Pennsauken, NJ 08109. The price includes shipping and handling.
Developed over 25 years ago the Kinesio tape has made a difference for dancers with injuries. This advanced method of taping an injured leg has speeded up the recovery time and improved the drainage. If you experience a pulled muscle or tear….ask your doctor about the Kinesio tape system.
Dancers get ready, 2009 is the year of change. The new WSDF is coming. Stay tuned.
It’s official, Sergeant Smitty will be on guard at this years New York Hustle Congress. He will be citing violators for an assortment of things including: reckless spinning, dancing off time, not following or over leading or simply looking to good. Violators could end up in the custom built Jail. The audience will determine who gets released from the jail. Don’t miss the fun. Register now, www.nyhustlecongress.com
If your an avid watcher of SYTYCD then you’ll remember the talented Blake McGrath from season one. Destined to win the entire show, he became a real rebel and lost his fan support. Since then he has become a featured choreographer on the Canadian version of SYTYCD and is the co owner of his own dance studio.
Don’t miss the July sale for the very first Philadelphia Salsafest – Oct 30 to Nov 1, Full event Pass $170 + FREE SALSAFEST T-SHIRT use the code tshirt2009 until midnight, July 30th to get this special deal! www.philadelphiasalsafest.com egister online now. You know you are going, so what are you waiting for?
Michael’s Cafe continues the Wednesday night free hustle lessons this week with the lovely, Stephanie Risser, at 8:30PM. Next weeks guest teacher is Brian “the King” Gallagher. Check out the photos from Ron Bess’s birthday party, courtesy of Scott Michielli.
American’s Got Talent heads to Las Vegas in the show down of eliminations. Make sure to watch and vote for theater Arts specialists, the awesome David Paris & Zoe as they compete in the semi finals.
Check out an entertaining performance where dance meets art at www.collagedancetheatre.org
This dance performance is very creative and utilizes space. Go to performances then click on Longing In Hong Kong.
This weeks edition of DanceTalk is sponsored by DJ Fancy and his Spring Mix CD.
Make it a great week,
Ron
Dance Trivia
* After returning from California to represent New York on the televised show “Dance Fever”, Ricky Quintana formed a new partnership with Lisa Nunziella. In 1981, among a field of top competitors, Ricky and Lisa took first place at the USBC’s in the Hustle theater Arts division.
* A dance legend Jacques d’Amboise as a young dancer excelled in ballet. A principal dancer for New York Ballet he broke out with breath taking performances in the motion pictures “Carousel” and “Seven Brides for Seven Brothers”. His dance skills and lifts performed on Broadway and in films, still to this day are incredible.
* Arranger, performer Don Ray, AKA Raymond Donnez played keyboards on many of Cerrone’s records including “Love in C Minor” and Alec R. Constindinos records. He produced one solo album which included the hit “Got to Have Loving”. Don also produced Santa Esmeralda’s hit cover of “Don’t Let Me Be Misunderstood” .
* Choreographer/director Kenny Ortega worked with the best from Madonna, Gloria Estefan, Michael Jackson’s ” This Is It” Tour and the Jackson Memorial as well as with Lisa Nunziella & Eddie Vega. Ortega also directed all three of the franchise, “High School Musical” movies.
* Along with her dance partner and former husband, Melanie Lapatin and Tony Meridith have been busy choreographing on “So You Think You Can Dance”. A former World Latin Champion she was also a featured dancer in the motion pictures “The Thomas Crown Affair” and “Dance with Me”.
* In 1980 Kenny Gonzales and Ronnie Chase represented New York City on the syndicated television show “Dance Fever”. They advanced to the semi finals. Kenny continued to excel in hustle and theater arts partnering with Maria Torres and Nelly Cotto. He took first place at the very first Hustle USA Dance Championships along with the talented Lourdes Jones.
* Canadian producer Gino Soccio had a big hit with “Dancer” in 1979 and “Try It Out” . His music was influenced by touch dancers in the club scene. He created and produced the band “Witch Queen” that had the monster hit “Bang A Gong”
* Dance Champion Frank Regan captured all the gold in Canada and the US in the 70′s in ballroom dancing.
He was honored and recognized by the Legends Of Dance in 2001 and by the Heritage Classic for Outstanding Contribution to Dancesport in 2004.
* 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 Mark just won his second title on DWTS.
Letter from the Editor
Last week we celebrated my birthday at Michael’s Cafe. It was an extraordinary evening. Surrounded by friends, some that I’ve known for as long as 30 years. Many of these dancers I have admired for so many reasons but today, as we grow older and wiser, I admire them, above all, for their friendship. The magic of dancing brings folks together with a common interest: to have fun, engage and meet new friends. To be honored by celebrating my birthday with some of the most talented, gorgeous women around, well, it makes getting older not so bad.
Here is a wake up call for those that don’t attend socials or dance events, You don’t know what your missing. The relationships that are developed are priceless. This goes beyond the discipline of dance. These are life long friendships. I’ll be the first to admit I don’t relish being the center of attention but the fulfillment of being in the company of such incredible friends is more then I can put into words. If you’re not active in dance, get active, get involved, the results are immeasurable. Thank you to all those that came out to make my evening so special. I truly am blessed.
Ron
New Music
The New York Music Pool list supplied by Jackie McCloy at NYMusicPool@aol.com.
Top songs for July 15th,
Love Struck by V factory
Crazy Possessive by Kaci Battaglia
Come Back To Me by Utada
Let The Feelings Go by Anna Grace
Sambuca by Wideboys feat./ Dennis G
When Love Takes Over by David Guetta
That’s How To Love by Lara McAllen
Armageddon (Remixes) by Jessica Jarrell
It’s Alright, It’s OK by Ashley Tisdale
Do You Want My Love by Groove State
Fashion Report by Pay TV
Therapy by India Arie
Midnight by Marcie feat./ Mike Rizzo
Waking Up In Vegas by Katy Perry
Just Go by Lionel Richie
Auditions, Competitions, Socials, Cruises & More…
July 27, 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
July 27, Mon – NY – Birthday Xtravaganza for David Padilla. The annual birthday party for the star of “Paris Is Burning”. Being held at Escuelita located at 301 West 39th st, NYC from 8PM – 4AM with DJ Eddie Cruz. For details call 212 – 631 – 0588
July 28, 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 SALSA Dance Lesson by JOSE BOLIVAR, 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
July 28, Wed – Pa – Michael’s Cafe, the hot spot for hustle, WCS and Latin dancing. Free hustle lesson with dance champion Stephanie Risser at 8:30PM. DJ Mark spins the best dance music till 12:45AM. No cover charge, free lesson and lots of fun. Street Road in Bensalem near the Race Track/Casino. Next weeks specail guest teacher is Brian Gallagher.
July 28, Tue – NY – Hustle AND Salsa the night away at The “Original Tuesday Night Dance Party” at Club Sambuca 272 Post Avenue Westbury, (¼ mile south of Northern State Parkway). Huge brand new dance floor and a beautiful bar. 9 PM to 12 AM. Admission $8. For info (718) 347- 0934.
July 29, Wed – NJ – DKN Dance Weekly classes & social at the Knights of Columbus 16-16 Maple Ave, Fairlawn, Diane K Nardone Join us for 2 great Hustle lessons & social dancing, 7:30pm to 8:30PM Beg. Hustle, 8:30PM to 9:15PM 1st half of practice social, 9:15PM to 10:15PM Inter / Advanced Hustle, 10:15PM to 11:00PM 2nd half of practice social. 1 Class $15, 1 Class & Social $18, 2 Classes & Social $25, Social only $8. Contact Diane for more info 201 666 6224 dkndance@verizon.netor http://www.dkndance.com/
Jul 29, 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 hustlejam@hotmail.com or 917 459-3990
July 30, 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. SALSA 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. THIS EVENT RUNS EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT!
July 31, Fri – NJ – DKN Dance Monthly Friday Social with Diane K. Nardone Knights of Columbus, 16-16 N Maple Ave, Fairlawn, 8:30 pm to 9:00 pm Salsa Lesson Diane, 9:00 pm to 12:30 am Hustle/WCS/Salsa/Country/Ballroom & More Dance to the sounds of DJ Dave Muzii & DJ Frank Pellicci ADMISSION: Class & Social $15, Social Only $15. There will be a CASH BAR, Coffee, Tea, & cake will be served, Phone: 201 666 6224 Email dkndance@verizon.net www.dkndance.com
July 31, Fri – CA – San Francisco’s ALL STAR Latin Tribute. Seaon Stylist Presents…Dance The Music of Michael Jackson as Salsa, Merengue & Cha Cha Cha. With Orchestra Montuno Swing, DJ Eldela Clave and SPECIAL Bay Area Salsa Dancers!!! Friday July 31st 2009 At Cafe Cocomos. – 650 Indiana Street. Potrero Hill, San Francisco. Doors Open at 9pm. LIVE Band – 10pm Tickets $15 in Advance and $20 At The Door! Visit www.SFMJTribute.com
Aug 1, Sat – NJ 3 Amigos Hustle & Mix Dance Party “The Decades of Disco” 9pm-2am Dance Party , 3 Great DJs-Bobby Morales, Nelson “Paradise” Roman and Johnny “O” spinning great dance music! Come and check it out! First Saturday of every month $15 at Starlight Dance Center, 7 High Street, Nutley, NJ 07110 973-235-9835 http://www.starlightdanceusa.com
Aug 1, Sat – NJ – No Name Dance Socity WCS lesson with John Festa 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Open dancing to DJ Kenny Arditi to a mix of Latin, Swing, WCS, Hustle, Ballroom and more 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. Refreshments. www.centraljerseydance.org
Aug 5, 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
Aug 7- 9, 2009, Swing Fling- VA – One of the top Swing dance events in the nation. It’s secret – variety – featuring WCS, Hustle, Salsa, Hand Dance & Shag…non-stop fun. Talk about comfortable, the DC area is famous for great dancers and a willingness to dance with everybody. http://barrydurand.com/swingfling/
Aug 7, 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.
Aug 7, Fri – NJ – Central Jersey Dance Society presents free dancing under the stars at Hinds Plaza, by the Princeton Boro Library on Witherspoon St. Join us for a mix of tango, swing, ballroom and Latin dancing. All abilities welcome. No partner needed. Metered parking on street. Parking garage next door. Surface is smooth stone. Argentine Tango. 7-10 p.m. and again on Aug. 23, 6-9 p.m. www.centraljerseydance.org
Aug 8, Sat – NJ – Ballroom Blitz. Swing lesson 7 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. with Phil Chan. Beginner Country Two Step lesson with Carol Feldman 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Open dancing by MB Music playing the best in Latin, Swing, WCS, Hustle, Ballroom & more 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. Free parking on site. Refreshments. www.centraljerseydance.org
Aug 8, Sat – NY – BALLROOM, LATIN, HUSTLE, WCS at TEMPLE B’NAI TORAH Formerly The Surburban Temple) 2900 Jerusalem Ave. Wantagh, Long Island, Presented by LOUIS DEL PRETE!!! 8:30PM to 12:30AM, Coffee, Tea, Cake, Veg.Platter & Bagels! 30 Min. Dance starting 8:30pm. State of the
art sound system, AC, Door Prizes, Admission $15, call Louis at (516) 819 – 9016.
Aug 9, Sun – MD – Free “After Swing Fling Dance Party” from 5 PM to 12AM, hosted by Sarah Lipp at her home. Large Floating Dance Floor, New Sound System, Light Refreshments Provided, Bring a Dish if You Wish, BYOB, located at 12500 Viewside Drive, Gaithersburg, Maryland 20878
lippdancer@aol.com, (CELL) 301- 346-1700, (HOME) 301- 869- 9505
Aug 10, Mon – NY – Gossip Swing party. Monthly West Coast Swing Party With special guest teachers Robert & Nicola Royston. They 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.
Aug 13, Thur, Pa – Starry Ferrari Salsa Social at the Ballroom On High, 310 East High St, Pottstown. A Salsa socials every 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month. Huge hardwood floor! 8 p.m. Beg. Salsa lesson included in $10 admission. First-timers & full time students with ID get in for only $5! For an extra $5, come at 7 p.m. for an Inter. Salsa Lesson! Social dancing to salsa, bachata, merengue, cha cha from 9 to 11 p.m. A friendly, non-competitive social! No partner needed for the lessons, Light snacks provided. Info call Star Seguinot at 215-920-4511, email star@netcarrier.com, www.swingkat.com
Aug 14 & 15 – NJ – Mario “Swing Daddy” Robau is HERE for Rob and Sheila’s Westie Weekend. This one is full of workshops, fun dancing, privates and a little time to get to know, learn from and play with the BIG DAWG!! Just watching him is magic. See www.robandsheiladance.com or flyer and all the details. You can pre register via Pay Pal.
Aug 15, Sat – Salsa Sensation with Mambo-on-Two lesson by Jose “Papo” Diaz 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. Open dancing to Samba, Mambo, Cha Cha, Bachata and more 8:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Suzanne Patterson Center , Monument Drive, off Route 206, Princeton, Everyone welcome. No partner needed. $12 admision, $8 students with ID. For additional information visit www.centraljerseydance.org
Aug 23, 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 followed by dance party at 7PM until ? DJ is Philly’s own DJ (Donna J ) Located at 260 MALL BLVD KING OF PRUSSIA PA 19406
http://www.donnaboyle.com/
Aug 27, Thurs, Pa – Starry Ferrari Salsa Social at the Ballroom On High, 310 East High St, Pottstown. A Salsa socials every 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month. Huge hardwood floor! 8 p.m. Beg. Salsa lesson included in $10 admission. First-timers & full time students with ID get in for only $5! For an extra $5, come at 7 p.m. for an Inter. Salsa Lesson! Social dancing to salsa, bachata, merengue, cha cha from 9 to 11 p.m. A friendly, non-competitive social! No partner needed for the lessons, Light snacks provided. Info call Star Seguinot at 215-920-4511, email star@netcarrier.com, www.swingkat.com
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
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
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/
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, Massachusetes…. your Halloween weekend destination. http://www.philadelphiasalsafest.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 Dance Cruise January 16 – 21, 2010, 11th National Hustle Dance Event and Cruise. Navigator Of The Seas, Join Drew & Caren for a 5 night exotic Caribbean dance event. Rates start as low as $590 per person. Your travel from Miami to Haiti, Jamaica and back to Florida. Fabulous meals, buffets, 15 hours of dance workshops, 10 social dance sessions, pools, spas, broadway caliber 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
