Happy birthday wishes to Patrick Wayne Swayze, Elizabeth Darchi, Diane John Heiler, Teri Santeramo, Mike Angeletta, Chris Bates, Rosalee lapergola, Stanley Smalanovich, Rosa Peredes , Elizabeth Craner , DJ Johnny Ortiz, Jason Myra, Doreen Casali, Susan Riley, Gene Kelly RIP, Susan Conn and Jerry Hobbs.
They will be celebrating Johnny O’s birthday along with Jerry Hobbs at this weeks “Three Amigos” held at the Starlight Ballroom located in Nutley, New Jersey. An evening you don’t want to miss. See all the details below. www.starlightdanceusa.com
Actress Vanessa Williams won 50K on Who Wants to Be A Millionaire. The money will go to her favorite charity,which gives young dancers the opportunity to learn and travel. It was created by Hustle Hall Of Famer recipient Maria Torres.
The hustle is alive and well at Michael’s Cafe every Wednesday night. Celebrating Chris Bates, Elisabeth Craner and Stanley Smolanowicz birthdays. Also, a free hustle lesson this week at 8;30PM with guest teacher,dance champion Stephanie Risser. No cover, free parking. DJ Mark spins new and classic dance music till 12:45AM.
Save the Date, Mickey B. goes Disco. The Princess of Disco presents “Saturday Night Disco Fever” November 7th 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
DWTS returns for season # 9, on Sept. 21. This seasons stars are: 1. Kathy Ireland, supermodel2. Macy Gray, Grammy-winning singer, 3. Melissa Joan Hart, actress and one of the stars on our wish list 4. Mya, R&B singer and actress, 5. Ashley Hamilton, ex-husband of Shannen Doherty and son of Season 2′s George Hamilton, 6. Michael Irvin, ex-NFL wide receiver, 7. Mark Dacascos, The Chairman on Iron Chef America, 8. Donny Osmond, entertainer and brother of Season 5′s Marie Osmond, 9. Kelly Osbourne, singer and daughter of Ozzy Osbourne, 10. Debi Mazar, Entourage star, 11. Chuck Liddell, light heavyweight champion, 12. Natalie Coughlin, 11-time Olympic medalist in swimming, 13. Joanna Krupa, model; most recently seen on ABC’s The Superstars, 14. Louie Vito, snowboarder, 15. Aaron Carter, singer and brother of Backstreet Boy Nick Carter, 16. Tom DeLay, former House majority leader .
On October 25th, the Great Memory Walk day continues. In honor of Chris Bates’ mom, Geneva Jeffries. please join them. An estimated 5.3 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s. In addition, 78 million baby boomers are approaching the age of greatest risk for developing this fatal disease. Now is the time to ACT to end this epidemic. The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer care, support and research, and funds I raise will go directly toward supporting their efforts. I know I can make a difference with your support! Will you consider making a donation? It’s easy to give online by following the link below. To visit my personal web page and help me in my efforts to support Alzheimer’s Association New York City Chapter, here.
Their winning ways continue, Paradizo Dance electrified American’s Got Talent. All three judges gave them a A+ as they touched our hearts. Dave Paris and Zoe now move onto the semi finals in two weeks. We are extremely proud of their performance and professionalism.
Mark James, Karen Lupo & Louis Del Prete are official sponsors of Mickey B’s ” Disco Evening on Nov 7 in Patchouge, LI. The event will host an Amateur Hustle Contest on stage with Prize money. The first of these qualifying rounds will be held Aug 29th at Mark & Karen’s Dance Zone in Wantagh (Sat – 8:30pm – 12:30am – $15) 2 amateur couples will be chosen that night. http://www.mjames.org/zone.html 3 additional couples will be chosen @ Louis Del Prete’s events. Stay tuned for more info.
“Nine” the 1982 Broadway musical is now being adapted for the big screen. November 28th it hits the theaters, staring Daniel Day-Lewis, Penelpe Cuz and Nicole Kidman, Sophia Loren, Kate Hudson and Fergie from the Black Eye Peas. I smell Oscars.
This Friday night, August 21, is the opening night for Zachary’s 10,000 dollar dance contest. This is a 25 year tradition. There are still spots for more contestants. All 1st, 2nd & 3rd place winners will receive cash prizes. For more details contact Charlie at (516) 983-3913
Are you ready to take your dance to the next level. Are you ready for the WSDF. It’s coming, buckle your safety belts….more details on the way.
This weeks edition of DanceTalk is sponsored by the New York Hustle Congress. Read all about it below. www.nyhustlecongress.com
Make it a great week,
Ron
New York Hustle Congress
We are counting down the days till the 5th Annual New York Hustle Congress – the end of summer dance blast! Nonstop dancing and fun with some of ‘NY’s Finest DJ’S’. There will be all levels of competitions in Hustle, Salsa, West Coast Swing and a Tri-Danceathon. It takes place September 3rd to the 6th. Your host Lori Brizzi will keep the energy in high gear all weekend long. You’ll enjoy workshops from Hustle’s Top Instructors, the popular teams match and this year’s jailer, ‘Sergeant Smitty’, MC Ron Bess, Johnny O, Donna Boyle, Billy Marti, Silvana Gallagher, Donna DeSimone, Brian Gallagher, Bobbi Petri, Bonnie Herbert, George Garcia, Diane Nardone, Billy Fajardo, Katie Marlow, Louie Orlando, Elizabeth Darchi, Kim Vanaman, Mark James, Karen Lupo, Roberto Pagan, Rosa Paredas, Lisa Nunziella, Kelvin Roche, Lori Ann Greenhouse, Derrick Allen, Bobby Morales, Robert Vance, Jami Josephson, Nelson “Paradise” Roman, Anthony Lee…. Dance with the Professional Dancers in our Saturday Night’s Charity ‘Circle of Love’ named ‘Hustle for the Hounds’ which will raise money to benefit Animal Rights and Rescue. Don’t Miss it! The Hotel group rate has been extended until Monday, August 17th so last day to call or register online for a discount. Competition Deadline is this coming Friday, August 21. You can either print & mail in registration off the website or register online to avoid a $35 late fee. This year they will be holding two special Jack and Jill contests. The first one takes place on Wed, Aug 26th at Stepping Out Dance Studios and another one on Saturday, August 29th at Donna DeSimone’s DanceXchange at DanceSport. All Level Just Hustle. 1st Prize will be Saturday Night Pass to this year’s 5th Annual New York Hustle Congress and 2nd Prize will be NY Hustle Congress Gift Bag. Email nyhustlecongress@gmail.com or call 516 728-6101 for more info Get your team’s ready for this year’s 2009 TEAMS MATCH!
2008 winner’s were the Philadelphia Pretzels
2007- Long Island Dance Force
2006 – Philly-Cali
Who will be this year’s winners and take home the coveted Statue of Liberty Head 
DJ and Workshop schedule will be posted this week. www.nyhustlecongress.com
Spot light
Tyrone Ebo
Growing up in Northeast Philadelphia gave him unlimited exposure to the sports, mom & pop businesses and the fine arts. He was drawn towards the fashion sector but he had a greater calling. Living in a home that vibrated from music, Tyrone Ebo, would muti task at an early age, knocking down all those doors of opportunites. He had music in his blood. His father played the saxophone part time in a jazz band while his older brother became a national singing artist. As a student of Temple University, Tyrone majored in business administration. At night, after he closed his books he partnered with his younger brother Ken to co host promotional parties, fashion shows and glitzy dance events. They would typically rent halls, hire dance teachers and bring in Disc Jockeys to play the music. Their goal was simple: deliver something different and exciting to attendees. For the Ebo brothers, they perceived the concept of tucking the DJ away in a hidden corner as bland. Tyrone wanted the DJ to be transparent, visually entertaining, dead center of all the action. With a great love for dance and music, Tyrone applied his savvy business skills, in efforts to reduce the over head and improve the quantitative results. He decided to enrich the atmosphere by personally DJing at his own events. “We were playing music that included a show, singing, dancing, entertaining, so those in the audience were always entertained”, explains Tyrone. “We use to have Joan DeMarco teach dance lessons at our events”, shares Tyrone. “I was just a street dancer that watched and learned”. He didn’t’ get just good he went from ordinary to extraordinary. His free style sent the crowd into a roar as folks would clear the floor just to watch him. He would continue to perfect his steps as he would frequent some of the popular clubs in the Philadelphia / New Jersey market, where he did everything from free style to touch dancing. He loved “The Big Apple”, “The Library”, “Some Place Else” and “The Second Story”. When he visited New York, ” he patronized ‘Paradise Garage’ and the ‘Red Parrot’. Like the music he spun, he was creating a name for himself thru the disco grapevine, that’s when he received a call to audition for a DJ position in the Sheraton Hotel. He had interviewed for the spot but was rejected by management based on his asking price. Then a couple weeks later, on his 21st birthday, he received a call back. The club was in dire straits and needed an established DJ, for that very evening. “I took all my records, about 20 cases with me” explains Tyrone, ” I had never been there before and I didn’t even know what type of music I would be playing”. The club was packed as the popular singing group the ” Dovells” were performing. The format was designed for the DJ to spin records during the bands breaks. Tyrone pulled out his crowd pleasers, “Soul City Walker” and “Turn the Beat Around, ” but to his surprise nobody danced. After the next set, as he peeked out from behind the curtain, he experienced the same results, nobody was dancing to his music. Once the manger pulled open the curtain providing an unobscured view of Tyrone doing his thing, the dance floor became packed. His style mobilized people to want to dance. He had a pulse on the synergy of combining the music and the energy of dancers. In 1974 he accepted the DJ job spinning at Cahoots located in the Sheraton Hotel in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania. The club would continue to hire popular bands while Tyrone would spin during their breaks. Then in 1976 they became a dedicated disco where the DJ was the center piece. The new upscale design had a glass DJ booth where you could watch Tyrone dancing and putting on his show. The country was energized with the discotheque phenomenon that was spreading from coast to coast. The hotel management was aggressively looking for cutting edge concepts and sent Tyrone around the country to research ideas to help enhance the club. The owners had the foresight applied due diligence to create a unique club setting. Tyrone now worked exclusively at the new club which was renamed Scintillations. This would be come his new home until 1989. Scintillations was recognized as the number one club and maintained that status for the next five years. Behind the turntables every Monday thru Saturday you would find Tyrone. Driving the success of the club went beyond just physically spinning the music. He was responsible for presenting a monthly calendar and business plan to hotel management. With an entrepreneurial spirit he developed a creative business model with new innovations to draw customers in on a daily basis. “We loved to create a reaction from the crowd”, explains Tyrone .”We put dancers on the speakers way before anyone else did “. Creativity was abundant in the Ebo family. Tyrone’s older brother David became the lead singer for the popular band “Harold Melvin and the Blue Notes”, after Teddy Pendagrass left the band. David remained the lead singer for the next 15 years. His younger brother Ken became a radio DJ with FM station WDAS, in Philadelphia, and was the DJ at “Club Impulse” located on Broad Street in Philadelphia. The Ebo brothers quickly befriended “Club Impulse’s” manager, whom today is none other then the honorable City Mayor, Michael Nutter. Tyrone was committed to the club setting 24/7. He was an active member of the Pocono Record Pool and then Bob Pantera’s Record Pool. He accepted a reporter position for Billboard Magazine providing them insight on the up coming hot songs. Every week he would post his top song picks for the magazine. Major record labels depended on knowledgeable DJ’s like Tyrone to help break a new song getting it the exposure and ultimate air play it required. A representative from MoTown Records brought the single “Momma Use To Say” by Junior, for Tyrone to play. “He brought it to me first, I was the only one playing it at the time”, shares Tyrone.
” Promoters would come to you to break the song in. The records ultimately would go Gold”. For 15 years, Tyrone would be at the helm of one of the most popular clubs in the tri state area but he made a critical decision to make some career changes. His older brother David had an incredible singing career with the Blue Notes and then a solo album including the big hit “I would rather be myself”. David tragically passed away at the young age of 43 from Bone Cancer. His death had a profound effect on Tyrone which subsequently made him take stock of his own career and life. Tyrone always loved fashion and the garment industry was where he desired to be. He already had the skills to make his own clothing and he had even owned his own tailor shop. It was now time to grasp this career opportunity.
He’ll never forget the incredible memories of ” Scintillations” which later became “Club Shadows” and now ICE. Over the years spinning, he has amassed a collection of over 20,000 vinyl records. One of his greatest memories was when he met singing sensation Diana Ross at the club. She was performing at the Valley Forge Music Fair to promote her hit “I’m Coming Out’. Her management wanted to keep her visit at Scintillations low key but, Diane had her own agenda, as she wanted to visit the DJ booth. She asked Tyrone to play her songs and the club went into a frenzy once they saw the Diva in the DJ booth. Tyrone continues to keep his hands in the music business as he will be co hosting the up coming 30 year reunion of Scintillations. It will be held on October 2nd, Friday night. It will feature Tyrone, the original resident DJ along with some of the original dancers and staff members including Ron Campli and Dave Wenntin. It 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. Tyrone is on a mission to keep the music, the dancing and the energy alive. Look for more reunions and dance events hosted by Tyrone. For more details visit www.scintillations.net
Auditions, Competitions, Socials, Cruises & More…..
Aug 17, 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
Aug 18, Tues – NY – The “Original Tuesday Night Dance Party” Celebrates Rich, Teri, Derrick & DJ Johnny O’s birthdays. There will be lots of cake. With every drink you purchase at the bar, you will receive a raffle ticket for a FREE Admission. Drawing at the end of the evening. Hustle AND Salsa the night away 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.
Aug 18, 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 PEGGY ANN HEENEY, 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
Aug 19, Wed – Pa – Michael’s Cafe, the hot spot for hustle, WCS and Latin dancing. Free hustle lesson with the Readers Choice Awards Favorite dancer – 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 special guest teacher is DanceTalk’s readers favorite dancer of 2008, Stephanie Risser.
Aug 19, Wed – 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 Beginner Hustle, 8:30PM to 9:15PM 1st half of our practice social, 9:15PM to 10:15PM Int / Adv.Hustle, 10:15PM to 11:00PM 2nd half of our practice social, Admission: 1 Class $15, 1 Class & Social $18, 2 Classes & Social $25, Social only $8. A fee is required to sit in a Class or Social Contact Diane info 201 666 6224 dkndance@verizon.net or visit our website http://www.dkndance.com/
Aug 19, 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
Aug 20, Thurs – NY – 5 YEAR ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION, GREAT SHOW , Featuring MARTINA KOCICHOVA & CHRISTIAN BARENS, 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. CHA CHA 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 is every Thursday night.
Aug 21, Fri – NY – Bet U Can Hustle Party at Bet U Can Dance Studio 3032 Jericho Tpke East Northport Long Island, Int/Adv Hustle Lesson from 8 to 8:45PM, Party goes till 12AM. Hustle Classics plus new Hustle Music mixed with some WCS and Salsa. $10 Cover includes all Beverages. 3032 Jericho Turnpike, East Northport, 631-623-6559 www.betucandance.com
Aug 21, Fri – NJ – Jersey Jumpers Swing Dance with beginner swing dance lesson with Kenny & Pam Boston 7:30 – 8 p.m. & inter. swing dance lesson with Kenny & Pam 8 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Open dancing 8:30 – 11:30 p.m. with Kenny & Pam DJing at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Princeton, 50 Cherry Hill Road, Princeton. Everyone welcome. $12 admision, $8 students with ID. For additional information visit www.centraljerseydance.org or visit swing@jerseyjumpers.org or call 609-945-1883.
Aug 21, Fri – NJ – “ROBERTO’S DANCE STUDIO BIG BASH” Located at the Knights of Columbus, 39 Washington Street, Lodi NJ 07644.Party from 8 to 12 p.m. Starting with a free workshop. $15 for lesson and Party. Dance hosts, special showcases, light buffet & door prizes. Cash Bar & Great music by DJ Dennis. We will be celebrating Rosa’s birthday! More info E-mail us at robertohustle@yahoo.com or call us at 201.288.1422. Big Bashes are held every 3rd Friday of each month.
Aug 21, Fri – NY – Zachary’s Dance Contest, giving away $10,000 in cash and prizes. Call to compete now and come every Friday night to watch the competition. One of the longest running competitons for amaetuers and pros, anything goes. Charlie is your MC, call to register to compete. (516) 983-3913 For directions visit www.zacharysny.com
Aug 22, SAT – NY- MILLENNIUM HUSTLE @ CLUB 412 presented by Lori Brizzi. *This is a location change. Two rooms for dancing, Salsa and a Hustle Room with DJ NELSON ROMAN, one of NY’s finest hustle DJs. Dancing from 9:30pm-1:30am, 412 8th Ave bet. W30/31st, 4th Floor. Only $12 Admission http://www.loribrizzi.blogspot.com
Aug 22, Sat- NY – BALLROOM, LATIN, HUSTLE, WCS, at DEER PARK V.F.W. 88 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.
Aug 22, Sat – NJ – Three Amigos, They’re back – Encore Presentation!! The Three Amigos Dance Party at Starlight! Special birthday celebrations for DJ Johnny “O” and Jerry Hobbs. 3 DJ’s – One Big Party!!! 9pm – 2am $15.00. Johnny “O”, Bobby Morales and Nelson “Paradise” Roman playing great dance music Don’t miss this night. starlightdanceusa.com
Aug 22, Sat – VA – All White Summer Salsa Party Cruise with Nino Torre & NiteMix Productions, 9:00 to 12:00AM on board the elegant EAGLE of the James River, with 2 levels for dancing & socializing to the best Salsa-Latin Dance music mix. 3101 Wharf Street, Richmond , Limited advance tickets only $30 p/p. Dress code: All White. Tickets include live entertainment, snacks, noisemakers, & a free after Party… Music by DJ’s Nino Torre & Jimmy Castro. Call (718) 926-3704 http://www.NiteMix.ws/WhitePartyCruise
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 with Brian Gallagher, followed by dance party at 7PM until ?Guest DJ is Brian Gallagher. Located at 260 MALL BLVD KING OF PRUSSIA PA 19406
http://www.donnaboyle.com/
Aug 25, 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 PEGGY ANN HEENEY, 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
Aug 26, Wed – 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 Beginner Hustle, 8:30PM to 9:15PM 1st half of our practice social, 9:15PM to 10:15PM Int / Adv.Hustle, 10:15PM to 11:00PM 2nd half of our practice social, Admission: 1 Class $15, 1 Class & Social $18, 2 Classes & Social $25, Social only $8. A fee is required to sit in a Class or Social Contact Diane info 201 666 6224 dkndance@verizon.net or visit our website “http://www.dkndance.com/
Aug 27, Thurs – Pa – Starry Ferrari Salsa Social at the Ballroom On High, 310 East High St, Pottstown, Huge hardwood floor! 8 p.m. Beg. Salsa lesson included in $10 admission. First-timers & full time students with ID only $5! For an extra $5, come at 7 p.m. for an Inte. Salsa Lesson! Social dancing to salsa, bachata, merengue, cha cha from 9 to 11 p.m. Light snacks provided. For additional information call Star Seguinot at 215-920-4511, star@netcarrier.com. www.swingkat.com
Aug 28, Fri – NY – Ballroom/Latin Dance Social at Bet U Can Dance Studio 3032 Jericho Tpke East Northport Long Island, International Dance Lesson from 8 –9PM, Party goes till 11:30PM. Ballroom, Latin, West Coast Swing and Hustle. $15 for Lesson and Party or Just $10 for Party. 3032 Jericho Turnpike, East Northport, 631-623-6559 www.betucandance.com
Aug 29, Sat – NY – DancXchange Lounge at Paul Pellicoro’s DanceSport, BALLROOM & HUSTLE $15 for the dance, The Official Kick Off party for NY Hustle Congress, with an amateur Jack & Jill contest, also celebrating Lena Spurdis’s 50th Birthday. Hosted by Donna DeSimone, 9:30pm, 22 West 34th Street (bet 5th & 6th) 4th floor 212 307-1111 dancxchange@yahoo.com 2 DJ’s, 2 Dancing Rooms, Cash Bar, DJ Nelson “Paradise” Roman Hustle Room DJ Johnny “O” Ballroom Mix, 7:30-8:15. Beg. Hustle with Donna, 8:30-9:15 Int, Hustle with Donna, classes: $8.00, Dance 9:30pm-1:30am, 516-375-8498, Discount Parking:$10.00 at GGCM on 33rd & 5th between Madison & 5th
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.
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.comMike Gadberry 480 – 570 – 5122 Desertcityswing@cox.net
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 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/
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
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
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
