Happy birthday wishes to Jessica Nicolette, Nicky Andriole, Marie Izzo, Sarah Lipp, Paul Meringola, Armando Vega, Barbara Beutler, Keith Gussoni, George Maderski, Paul Martinez, Lana May, Luis Rosa and Phil Calabra.
They’re moving to the top but need your support. The awesome talents of David Paris & Zoe have advanced to the quarter finals on “America’s Got Talent”. Not only are they dynamic dancers, they are truly wonderful individuals that need our phone support. Please call in, after their performance on “America’s Got Talent” and cast your votes for David & Zoe. The show resumes Tuesday night.
Michael’s Cafe kicked off the free Wednesday hustle lessons back in April. It has been three months and its growing bigger and better. It couldn’t have been achieved without all the professionals that have volunteered their time. A true sign of commitment to helping us grow the Hustle. Many thanks to Andre’ Phelps, Donna Boyle, Stephanie Risser, Wingo Hom, Silvana Gallagher, Joey Commentucci and Brian Gallagher. The tradition lives on every Wednesday night at 8:30PM. This week the guest teacher is,Brian “the King” Gallagher.
The stork is coming. Congratulation to Swing & Hustle dance champions Jason Miklic & Sophy Kdep. We are excited to announce that they are expecting their first baby. Our dance community continues to grow.
The finale of SYTYCD is this coming week, August 5th as the final four contestants battle it out for the Best Dancer award. Tune in to Fox network on Wednesday and Thursday night.
The dance world mourns the loss of one of it’s finest choreographers of the 20th century. Merce Cunningham, has passed away at the age of 90. A six-decade career made him one of the most exciting choreographers for audiences, filmmakers and directors. In 1990, he had been honored with the prestigious American National Medal of the Arts.
She is working harder then ever. Lori Brizzi is putting the final touches on an outdoor event, tentatively scheduled for Saturday, August 22nd. As many of you know, hustle has been eliminated from the Lincoln Center, Midsummer Night Swings rooster. Lori is striving to bring it back at a late summer event to combine dancing and to raise awareness for animal adoption. More details coming soon.
The biggest night club dance contest around. $10,000. in cash and prizes at Zachary’s in Long Island NY. The competition begins Friday August 28th. Hosted by Charlie. You must reserve your spot to compete. Limited entries so call Charlie at (516) 983-3913 For directions visit www.zacharysny.com
Dancing is about fun and expression, get into the rhythm at the worlds largest on line site for social dancing, The Rhythm Lounge – http://rhythmlounge.tv In January 1, 2008 The Hustle Lounge was launched writing about Hustle & the Culture of Hustle but the focus grew wider and wider as the progressives in the Hustle community began to embrace change and evolution. This has given rise to the Rhythm Lounge. Sign up for the email newsletter or browse http://rhythmlounge.tv Dance Networking and the Culture of Social Dancing as well as different styles of Dance such as: Ballroom Styles, Bollywood, Hand Dancing, Hustle, Lindy, Salsa/Mambo , WCS and so much more.
Less than 6 weeks to go for NY Hustle Congress. It is going to be fantastic, a separate room for nonstop dancing even while the competitions are taking place. The event will feature classic & contemporary music this year. There are still rooms available at the Hilton at the event group rate but the offer ends August 10th or whenever they sell out at http://www.hilton.com/en/hi/groups/personalized/NYCNHHH-SALSA-20090901/index.jhtml For fun stuff go to: http://www.nyhustlecongress.com/funstuff.htm
Check out the exciting photo images, courtesy of Fred, from Ron Bess’s birthday party held at Michael’s Cafe.
Dancing is about timing, being connected and good technique, get in time with the WSDF. More details coming soon. Stay tuned.
Beginning this Wednesday night, Aug 5th, the new timeslot for the “Learn to dance New York style Hustle” class @ 6:30 pm at Dance for 2. This dance class is for Beginner to Intermediate level students. Located on 7528 Clairemont Mesa Blvd., San Diego, CA 92111, Call 858-565-9575. Plan to join the fun.
This weeks edition of DanceTalk is sponsored by the 11th annual Hustle Salsa Cruise. see all the details below. www.HustleCruise.com
Make it a great week,
Ron
Miami Dance Magic
This years Miami Dance Magic was magical. Congratulation to organizer Debra Lynn on another wonderful event. Here are just some of the highlights of this tremendous weekend. To review all the competition results please visit the website at:http://www.coastaldanceconnection.com/
Champions Jack & Jill WCS
1 Jordan Frisbee & Tatiana Mollmann
2 Robert Cordoba and Jennifer DeLuca
3 Parker Dearborn & Jessica Cox
4 Michael Kielbasa & Deborah Szekely
5 Christopher Hussey & Katrina Branson
Champions Jack & Jill Hustle
1 Daniel McGee & Erica Smith
2 Jamison Kilburn & Ginny Carey
3 Billy Marti & LoriAnn Greenhouse
All American Jack & Jill Hustle
1 Wingo Hom & Erica Smith
2 Billy Marti & Beata Howe
3 Jameson Kilburn & Carrie Stevens
Advanced Jack & Jill Hustle
1 Rick Weston & Nancy Price
2 Phillip Dixon & Trisha Berlanga
3 Brian Schwartz & Jan Avena
Intermediate Jack & Jill Hustle
1 Stephen White & Carrie Stevens
2 Phillip Dixon & Cathy Jean
3 Phillip Dixon & Patti Manners
Novice Jack & Jill Hustle
1 Vence Harbuck & Lisa Clark
2 Genieboy Collins & Beth Hooper-Watson
3 Aaron Frier & Cindy-Lee Overton
Champions Just Dance Hustle
1 Daniel McGee & Ginny Carey
2 Jameson Kilburn & Erica Smith
3 Billy Marti & Tina Marie Price
Champions Strictly Swing
1 Jordan Frisbee & Jennifer DeLuca
2 Parker Dearborn & Katrina Branson
3 Michael Kierbasa & Deborah Szekely
The 2010 Hustle Salsa Cruise
Sail into the new year in style. Get on board with the longest running hustle cruise and make it a year to remember. Set sail on January 16th as you’ll step on to the Navigator of the Seas. A five night exotic trip that leaves the port of Miami and will glide you to Labadee to Ocho Rios. This is an all inclusive dance vacation. You’ll be surrounded by friends and dancers from all over the USA. Your hosts, Drew, Nino and Caren, have been entertaining and sailing with the dance community for 11 years. You wont stop dancing until you return on January 21st. You’ll dine and dance and be spoiled at sea. Your package price includes fabulous meals, buffets, 15 hours of dance workshops, 10 social dance sessions, access to all the amenities of this luxury ship including, pools, spas, Broadway caliber shows, Jack & Jill dance contests, dance hosts plus more. Do it right, reserve your cabin now. Don’t be confused, this is the original hustle cruise that set sail and is now celebrating their 11th anniversary. For more details visit the website www.HustleCruise.com or call (754) – 246 – 2874 you can e mail hustlecruise@hotmail.com
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
Happiest of birthday wishes and why not a great time to thank you for all you do for the hustle and dance community. You put your smarts and heart into keeping up informed and entertained and we love and appreciate you for it! Mwah!
Lori Brizzi
NY Hustle Congress
Ron could you please remind your readers to please call in and vote for Dave & Zoe that will be dancing on Americas Got Talent. They are the greatest people and were recently married. I know from mutual friends that this is everything they have dreamed about. I can see their names in lights in Las Vegas. Lets make their dreams come true.
Thanks,
Wes Lawson
Happy birthday wishes Ron,
Just wanted to say you did a great job at Discoamerica and we look forward to seeing you at the hustle congress in NYC. I also wanted to congratulate Sonya on her pregnancy. Philadelphia is so lucky to have her. Her socials at La Luna are always packed and she is always bringing new teachers and ideas to the area.
Keep up the great work,
Angelo Martin
Hi Ron: I always welcome your newsletter with great joy!! And i have been a fan for years. I am reaching out to you for a suggestion, and your help is appreciated. I am a divorced Disco Diva – LOL- and do not have a steady dance partner (nor boyfriend). But I would love to attend some of these great events and have a great time, as I love to dance and do dance hustle pretty well. Can you suggest any way for a female dancer to meet a male dancer? Should i just go to an event and see what happens? I am quite shy, so that would be hard.
Thanks.
I’ve been enjoying your “favorite dance clubs of the past” and it sparked an idea. What about having people write in about their favorite socials now and why they like them. I know you wouldn’t want to write any negative feedback that might hurt a dance club, but the positive feedback might give people a reason to make the effort to try out a dance club. When I see a social on your website I usually ask another dancer if they’ve been there and what they thought of it. I like to know about the deejays music style, the size of the room, quality of the dance floor, age group and how welcoming the crowd is. It’s even helpful to know the parking situation.
Just a thought!
Joanne
Auditions, Competitions, Socials, Cruises & More…
Aug 3, 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 4, 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 4, Tues – NY – The “Original Tuesday Night Dance Party” This week rolls back the prices… only $5 admission. 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. For info (718) 347- 0934.
Aug 5, Wed – Pa – Michael’s Cafe, the hot spot for hustle, WCS and Latin dancing. Free hustle lesson with the King Brian Gallagher 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 New York’s own, Wingo Hom.
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 6, 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. 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 RUNS EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT!
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 – MILLENNIUM DANCE PARTY presented by Lori Brizzi @ Club 412. 3 separate rooms with 3 great DJs. DJ JOHNNY O-Hustle Room, DJ FRANKLIN AYALA-Salsa Room, DJ PETER-Ballroom, Swing, Tango Room. Admission $15 includes choice of free class from 8-9. Dancing 9pm-1:00am/2am hustle 412 8th Ave bet 30/31 Str, 4th fl. www.loribrizzi.com
Aug 8, Sat – NY – Rhythms & Soul Dance Studio hustle party with Steve Neeren. Steve will be DJ’ing and teaching the hustle lesson from 7:30 – 8:30 PM; Dancing from 8:30 -11:30 PM. Located in Levittown, Long Island. For pre-registration discount & more information go to www.rhythmsandsoul.com
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 8, Sat – NY – Cali Mix with Anthony DeRosa at Bet U Can Dance Studio 3032 Jericho Tpke East Northport Long Island, Int/Adv West Coast Swing Lesson from 8 to 8:45PM, Party goes till 1AM. West Coast Swing, Hustle, Salsa. $15 Cover includes all Beverages. 3032 Jericho Turnpike, East Northport, 631-623-6559 www.betucandance.com
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 20878lippdancer@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. http://www.strictlywestie.com/dances/event.php?id=6594
Aug 11, Tues – NY – DJ CODY’S “ANNUAL 39th BIRTHDAY” PARTY – SPECIAL EVENT at CLUB 56 (56th Fighter Group Restaurant), Rt. 110 at Republic Airport, Farmingdale, Long Island, 7-11:30 pm, FREE Admission, NO DANCE LESSON, Includes 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 12, Wed – NY -”HUSTLEJAM” @ Stepping Out Studios, 37 W. 26th St. (9th floor): 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 917 459-399
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, 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 14, Fri – NY – The NEW “HUSTLEJAM FRIDAY & WCS PARTY” 9:30 pm – 2:00 am! Co-Hosts Simone Assboeck & Tybaldt Ulrich present the once-a-month Dance Party! 3 separate dance floors! Featuring: DJ Nelson “Paradise” Roman spinning Classic Hustle in the Grand Ballroom; DJ Tybaldt Ulrich spins WCS in Studios 1&2! Latin in Studio 4! SPECIAL SUMMER ADMISSION $10.-!!! Complimentary wine, light FREE Buffet and Intriguing Performances! Stepping Out Studios, 37 West 26th St (9th floor) hustlejam@hotmail.com or 917 459-3990
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 for flyer and all the details. You can pre register via Pay Pal.
Aug 15, Sat – NY – MILLENNIUM DANCE PARTY presented by Lori Brizzi @ Club 412. 3 separate rooms with 3 different DJs. DJ NELSON ROMAN-Hustle Room, DJ JEFF-Salsa Room, DJ MARK-Ballroom, Swing, Tango Room. Admission $15 includes choice of free class from 8-9. Dancing 9pm-1:00am/2am hustle 412 8th Ave bet 30/31 Str, 4th fl. www.loribrizzi.com
Aug 15, Sat – NJ – 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 16, 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.
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 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
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! 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 22, SAT – NY- MILLENNIUM HUSTLE @ DANCE MANHATTAN presented by Lori Brizzi with DJ NELSON ROMAN playing Hustle and a latin/swing mix. AC working great now and will be using the large space for lots room for dancing. Dancing from 9:00pm-1:30am, 39 W19th St, 5th Floor, bet 5/6th Aves. $15 Admission http://www.loribrizzi.blogspot.com
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 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, 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
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
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
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
