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MAY 2008
Thursday 1st May
Salsa Celtica at the Mick Jagger Centre in Dartford, Kent. 'A stunning shotgun marriage of electric musical styles. Virtuosos to a man.' This dynamic band fuses Latin and Celtic sounds, in an irresistible combination of steamy Cuban music with a highland blend of flute, fiddles and Bagpipes, which has audiences dancing in the aisles. Easy parking. £14.50 Special rate, Please quote 'mjc sc offer' SHEPHERDS LANE DARTFORD KENT DA12JZ BOX OFFICE: 01322 291100 - "The Best noise to come out of Scotland - Ever!" - London Salsa Scene
Kid Kuba’s Super Cool Night Out: ,,,,,
Friday 2nd May - Saturday 3rd May
Courtney Pine's Jazz Warriors are at Ronnie Scotts for the Afropeans Album Launch, featuring Alex Wilson on keyboards. Courtney Pine heads up a new Warrior charge with some of the UK's most exciting jazz musicians performing tracks from his forthcoming album. First show: doors open 6.00pm; second show 11.00pm, on both Friday and Saturday. A chance to see hear some superlative jazz and the UK's Latin pion and salsa band man Alex Wilson in a different mood. To book: www.ronniescotts.co.uk tickets: £20.00-£36.00
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Saturday 3 May & Sunday 4 May
Buena Vista Social Club™ presents Cachaíto López, Guajiro Mirabal, Jesús ‘Aguaje’ Ramos, Manuel Galbán at the Hammersmith Apollo, Queen Caroline Street, London, W6. Tel: 0870 606 3400. Doors 7pm. The Buena Vista Social Club™ stalwarts come together in an 11 piece band direct from Havana. The heartbeat of the Buena Vista Social Club™, Cuban bass player Orlando 'Cachaíto' López is the only musician who has played on every track on every album in the World Circuit Buena Vista Social Club™ series. To book: www.comono.co.uk and for more information. Masters of the gamut of Cuban rhythms from son montunos, danzón, cha cha cha, boleros and Cuban jazz, these guys are simply exquisite, play for the joy of it, with total authenticity. Book your ticket while you can.
FRIDAY 2ND MAY 2008
El Grande 4th Anniversary at the Colosseum, 1 Nine Elms Lane, Vauxhall SW8 5NQ. Hosts Simply Salsa & Ola Latina provide 3 music rooms, full air con. wooden dance floors. Doors open 9.00pm Salsa Lessons: 9.30pm – 10.30pm. Beginners Salsa with Amanda Maitland. Improvers Salsa with Michael Mandrel. Int/Adv Salsa with Marchant Birch (voted UK teacher) & Davina La Rueda with Lazaro Lopez & Paola DJs: MAIN ROOM: Johnny G, Mr Bilongo, Marquitos. CUBAN ROOM: Rich & Lazaro. LATIN ROOM: J J Latino. SHOWCASE: Marchant Birch & Davina (Alchemy Dance Co.) Price £10.00 / £8.00 NUS with ID www.salsarepublic.co.uk / www.olalatina.co.uk info@salsarepublic.co.uk / info@olalatina.co.uk 07950 507798 / 07759 584591 / 07789 684482
Friday 9th May
Launch party for Casa Del Ritmo North London's new Monthly event (every 2nd Friday of the month) featuring live salsa, 2 salsa rooms, and classes in all styles. The evening includes sets from Tumbao Tivoli, swinging salsa and son from Santiago De Cuba, as performed by Leo Duany (of Sonora La Calle and LadySalsa) and his acclaimied Cuban band + a special dance show by Cuban World Champions Rafael and Janet. Tufnells Bar & Club, 162 Tufnell Park Rd, London N7 0EE. (Tufnell Park Tube) Doors 8.30; classes 9pm; club from 10pm-2.30pm. £10.00 (£8.00 concessions).
Friday 9th May
Manchester’s Salsology salsa club night is back with guests Andrea Stewart (Duende Dance Co) and Joel & Alina from Tango Manchester. 400+ dancers from across the UK are expected.
Classes @ 9.15pm: Ladies Styling On1 – Andrea Stewart | Ladies Styling On2 – Emma Moore | Intro to Tango – Joel & Alina | Beginners On2 - Kate Moore. Club @10.15pm – 2.30am with DJs Emma, Gary, Barry and Chris Mee. Tickets £8 in advance from www.salsatribe.com or £10 on door (ticket prices inc class) www.salsology.com | info@salsology.com | 07788 597 805
Saturday 10th May
'Cuba Tradicional' night at Bar Andalucia, 139-143 Whitfield St., London, W1T 5EN featuring the spectrum of Cuban music old and new, including plenty of modern Cuban salsa and timba every 2nd Saturday of the month. Bar Andalucia has a dance floor, a well-stocked bar and a variety of Spanish tapas on the menu. Music from 7:00 until after midnight (no entrance fee) with DJ Garrell. Tel 020 7388 3369, www.barandalucia.co.uk nearest tube station Warren Street.
Saturday 10 May 2008
Salsa Vida party night at the Rivoli Ballroom, 350 Brockley Road SE4. Speak to Jacqui & Jaime on 07932 720 600 for more information.
Friday 16 May 2008; Saturday 17 May and Sunday 18 May 2008!!
For two full days Edie, the Salsa FREAK - the world's most famous woman salsa dancer - comes to the North West with her Salsa Boot Camp! Plus evening Parties to practice what you have learned and pre Bootcamp party with Special Guest Moe Flex!! www.salsafreak.com Saturday – All Day Beginners (Suitable for Advanced as well!!). Sunday – All Day Musicality and Styling for Men and Women with Special Guest, from Italy, Edie’s Musicality Dance Partner Fabrizio!! www.salsanorthwest.co.uk Phil: 07899866408 or 01772 752081 (NEW NUMBER!!) Karen: 07775605175 phil@salsanorthwest.co.uk for more.
Sunday 18th May
El Rumbon Cubano, a monthly Cuban music and dance event at Tito's Latin Club, 4-6 London Bridge Street, London Se1 9SG (2 mins London Bridge BR/tube) from 3.00pm until midnight. Salsa and folkloric danc classes, live folkloric performances including bata drumming, Orisha dances and rumba. DJ playing the latest salsa and reggaeton from Havana. Hosts Cubacheche plan a celebration of Cuban music, folklore and Cuban culture.
Entry: £5 before 5.30pm, £7 afterwards. www.cubacheche.co.uk info@cubacheche.co.uk for more.
SUNDAY 18th MAY
FIESTA HAVANA RAKATAN - PARTY WITH THE CAST & BAND OF HAVANA RAKATAN (in association with Clave y Son Events) at the Carisbrooke Hall, (Marble Arch tube) Victory Services Club 63/79 Seymour St, London W2 2HF. Pre-launch party as Havana Rakatan return to London's Peacock Theatre on the final leg of their tour; with 2HRS WORKSHOP in Orishas & Rumba 5:30-7:30pm. Doors for the evening 8pm, Band on at 9pm. The CAST (16 MEMBERS) will perform 2 full show numbers and then… DANCE ALL NIGHT WITH YOU to live 12-piece band TURQUINO. TOP CUBAN DJ's - JAVIER de la ROSA "La Maquina de Cuba" & DJ DR. JIM. Tel/Text 07534905155 (Esp) Tel. 07773064075 (Eng) www.claveyson.co.uk FULL PASS - 5:30pm -1:00am £25 Entry to the 2hr master-class workshop by members of the CAST of Havana Rakatan, ALL Performances & Party. WORKSHOP ONLY PASS - 5:30pm -7:30pm £15. Entry ONLY to 2hr CAST Workshop in Orishas & Rumba. PARTY PASS - 8:00pm -1:00am £13 Entry from 8pm ALL Performances BAND and PARTY.
Wednesday 21st May - Saturday 22 June
Havana Rakatan at the Peacock Theatre, Portugal Street, Holborn, WC2. - Direct from Cuba, this show brings the heat of a Latin summer to London. Breathtaking and authentic Cuban dance moves - jazz, mambo, bolero, son, cha-cha-cha, rumba, salsa, and many more - are set to fill the stage in a show which features some of the country’s most accomplished and dazzling dance artists. Tickets: £15 - £40 Tour website: www.havanarakatan.co.uk TICKETS: CLICK HERE for online booking or call: 0870 060 6620.
24-25 May 2008
The London Latin MiniFest with international guests Nelson Flores & Maribel Maldonado, Ye Mambo, Orville Small plus UK Teachers and Performers Alex Amoroso, Sam Abdelati Niki Britton, Fritha Fallon, Lee & Shelley, Moe Flex, Mauro & Aiste, Laith Sami, Miguel de Puerto Rico & Natalia, Tiz Rungano, Nico Valiente, Frank Santos & Natalie Baltao, Andrea Stewart & Duende Dance Co, Marchant Birch & The Alchemy Dance Co, Osbanis Tejeda. FULL PACKAGES (which includes all parties & workshops (Sat-Sun)) £40 before 1 Jan; £50 before 1 Feb; £60 before 23 Mar; £70 OTD. email: info@latincollectiveuk.com phone: 00447958678298 web: www.latincollectiveuk.com for more info and advance tickets
Sunday 25th May 08
Twice World Salsa Champion Rafael del Busto Master Class on Working Rumba into Salsa, hosted by: London-Salsa. Venue: Latin Palace. Times: Sundays 2pm to 4pm Price: £15 per workshop (discounts for multiple workshops). To book: through London Salsa clubs and post. Venue: Latin Palace, 146 Camberwell New Road, SE5 0RR. For more: www.london-salsa.co.uk
Rafael del Busto brings lyrical beauty to salsa/rumba - unmissable. Ed.
FRIDAY 30TH MAY
EL GRANDE (Simply Salsa in association with Ola Latina) @ Colosseum 1 Nine Elms Lane Vauxhall SW8 5NQ. 4 music rooms, full air con. wooden dance floors, plus the amazing HAVANA RAKATAN! Doors open 9.00pm. Lessons: 9.30pm – 10.30pm. Beginners Salsa with Amanda Maitland. Improvers Salsa with Michael Mandrel. Int/Adv Salsa with Frank Santos & Irene Miguel La Rueda with Lazaro Lopez & Paola. Lambada with Braz Santos ** at 9.00pm** DJs: MAIN ROOM: DJs Johnny G, Mr Bilongo, Marquitos; DJs Rich & Lazaro; DJ Luis Moralez. PLUS 2 SHOWCASES: HAVANA RAKATAN; FRANK SANTOS & IRENE MIGUEL. Price £10.00 / £8.00 NUS. www.salsarepublic.co.uk / www.simplysalsauk.co.uk / www.olalatina.co.uk for more.
Saturday 31st May 2008
ALL ABOARD FOR A SALSA CRUISE WITH LIVE MUSIC FROM ALEX WILSON AND HIS SALSA POWER ORCHESTRA AND TOP SCANDANAVIAN SALSA INSTRUCTORS, PERFORMERS AND DJs. Danseglede, one of Norways's top salsa dance schools, hosts its annual Scandanavian salsa cruise event 'Absolute Salsa' on board Stena Line's liner, Stena Saga Some 200 dancers are expected, while 2,000 passengers expected in total. www.danseglede.no www.stenaline.no/stena_line/norway/no/absoluttcruise.html for more.
JUNE 2008
LONDON SALSA SCENE’S GOLDEN CHILLI GIG - IF YOU DO 1 GIG THIS YEAR, MAKE IT THIS ONE: ,,,,,
Monday 2nd June 2008
Columbian born Super Star Juanes on a long awaited tour performs at the Hammersmith Apollo, Queen Caroline Street, London, W6 9QH. Winner of multiple Grammys, Juanes is a true Latin legend. Don't hesitate, see the master live. Tickets: £30.00, doors 6.30pm. CLICK HERE to book Box Office Number: Ticketmaster: 08448 44 47 48
Sunday 8th June
Ladies Styling II – Andrea Stewart - Just returned to the UK, Andrea Stewart is one of the world's most inspiring female salsa dancers. An evocative, wild and dangerous dancer, she gives expression to the raw passion that is the bedrock of salsa music. Part of London Salsa's Master Class series. Venue: Latin Palace, 146 Camberwell New Road, London SE5 0RR. (nearest tube – Oval and short bus ride from Vauxhall). Time 2.00pm to 4.00pm. Cost: £13 in advance (at venues or online at www.london-salsa.co.uk) More info call 07761 434 504.
12-15 June 2008
The London International Music Show brings together four shows under one roof – Drummer Live, The London Guitar Show, Unplugged and Sound Recording Technology at Excel, London. Workshops and performances by Chad Smith from the Red Hot Chili Peppers and Jason Bonham of Led Zeppelin. For further information go to: www.londoninternationalmusicshow.com or call the ticket hotline on 01353 660780.
Thursday 19th - Friday 20th & Saturday 21st June 2008
Alex Wilson lifts the lid on his new six-piece band, as Jamaican reggae and gosepl meet Cuban rhythms at Soho's Pizza Express Jazz Club, 10 Dean Street, London W1D 3RW. Uplifting Roots is Wilson's latest project co-led by legendary Azwad and Jazz Jamaica drummer, Kenrick Rowe. With high energy vocals, driving grooves and powerful arrangements - think contemporary gospel meets Kingston, Jamaica with Latin fireworks. Tickets: £22. Box Office: 020 8692 4446. To book: www.pizzaexpresslive.co.uk Venue: Jazz Club Soho, 10 Dean Street, Soho, London W1D 3RW. Tel : 020 7734 3220. Price: £22.00 per person; Door Time: 7:30pm; Set Time: 9:00pm. www.alexwilson.net for more on the UK’s top Latin piano man. This is not a dancing gig, a chance to get closer to the music - book a table for your full enjoyment.
Sunday 22 June
El Rumbon Cubano, a monthly Cuban music and dance event at Tito's Latin Club, 4-6 London Bridge Street, London Se1 9SG (2 mins London Bridge BR/tube) from 3.00pm until midnight. Salsa and folkloric danc classes, live folkloric performances including bata drumming, Orisha dances and rumba. DJ playing the latest salsa and reggaeton from Havana. Hosts Cubacheche plan a celebration of Cuban music, folklore and Cuban culture.
Entry: £5 before 5.30pm, £7 afterwards. www.cubacheche.co.uk info@cubacheche.co.uk for more.
FRIDAY 22nd-Sunday 24th June 2008
Cross body and Cuban style salsa go head to head as Miguel de Puerto Rico and Mayana & Moe Flex star at East Coast Salsa at Pontins Pakfield resort - one of the UK’s most popular, fun weekenders, very friendly hosted by Cressida Childs and the Club Cubana team. www.clubcubana.com contact: 0117 3306933 or 07808 581739 to book and for more.
Kid Kuba’s Super Cool Night Out: ,,,,,
Sunday June 22nd 2008
Guitar virtuoso Carlos Santana leads his band in a Latin flavoured excursion through a classic back catalogue. The O2, Milennium Way, SE10, 7.30pm, £38-£48, Tel: 0871 984 0022. www.theo2.co.uk Tube: North Greenwich.
Saturday 28th Sunday 29th June
BEST FREEBIE THIS YEAR - CARNIVAL DE CUBA, CHARANGA HABANERA - CUBA’S FINEST AND FITTEST HEADLINE at SOUTHWARK PARK. Dance, music, food and drinks with friendly carnival vibe. THE FUN CONTINUES AT CARNIVAL AFTERPARTY - see below. www.carnival-de-cuba.co.uk for more.
Friday 27th June 2008
SALSA REPUBLIC WEEKEND SPECIAL at the Colosseum, 1 Nine Elms Lane, Vauxhall SW8 5NQ. Doors open 8.30pm Club until 3.30am with Djs Johnny G, Mr Bilongo, Marquitos, Lazaro , DJ Rich (La Clave Cubana) & J J Latino Salsa Lessons all levels: 9.00pm - 9.45pm, Amanda Maitland, Michael Mandrel, Miguel Rico & Mayana; La Rueda with Lazaro & Paola. 9.45pm - 10.30pm Jhon Vazquez & Judy Aguilar : Cali Style (intro for all) Richard Marcel : DIRTY DANCING SPECIAL (intro for all). 3 Rooms: Salsa Room, Cuban Room & ALL NEW Latin Room. SHOWS: JHON VAZQUEZ & JUDY AGUILAR : CURRENT WORLD SALSA CHAMPIONS 2007/2008 (direct from Cali Colombia) Miguel Rico & Mayana (UKA Salsa Champions) 'DESGARGA MUSICAL' Lazaro & Paola Price: £10.00 adv / £12.00 door / £20.00 both nights adv. More: www.simplysalsauk.co.uk / www.salsawild.co.uk ; simplysalsa@ukonline.co.uk / info@salsawild.co.uk ; 07704 924925 / 07759 584591
Saturday 28th June 2008
Colosseum and Cafe Rez) Official Carnival De Cuba After-party (in association with Candela).Doors open 10.00pm, Club till 4.00am. 5 Rooms Cuban Room, Salsa room, Brazillian Room, Reggaeton Room plus Chill Out Lounge. Djs for the night:Dr Jim, Sol, Lazaro, Johnny G, Mr Bilongo, Marquitos, Jose Louis,Fabricio and more TBC. SHOWS: RAFAEL & JANET (3 x World Champions) MOE FLEX DANCE COMPANY. More: www.simplysalsauk.co.uk / www.salsawild.co.uk ; simplysalsa@ukonline.co.uk / info@salsawild.co.uk ; 07704 924925 / 07759 584591
JULY 2008
LONDON SALSA SCENE RECOMMENDS: ,,,,,
Friday 4th July 08
Colombia's top classic salsa dura/mambo orchestra Orquesta La-33 play their FIRST ever UK gig at Stylus, Leeds University Union, LS2 9JT. La-33, direct from Colombia, famed for their hit "La Pantera Mambo" (Pink Panther Mambo) raging on dancefloors across the world. Other hits include "Gozando", "La Tormenta" and "Que Rico Boogaloo". Time : 9pm - 3am (band live onstage 11.30pm). Support DJs : Lubi (Fania Records) - Emma Moore (Salsology/GBSEx) - Fabio Bahia (Viva Cuba) - Silvao (Carnaval). Dance class : 9pm with Nicky Lloyd Greame (Salsaholics) - intermediates/improvers on1 (turns and footwork). Dance shows : Tony Lara & Daniella De Fransesca (Italy) + Jimmy SA's Latin Connection (Newcastle) - 11.00pm. Tickets ; £10 advance + booking fee (more on the door) from www.leedstickets.com or www.jumborecords.co.uk - 0113 245 5570 (St John's Centre, Leeds); lubij@blueyonder.co.uk - 01274 583201 (messages).
Saturday 5th-Sunday 7th July
Enriquez Perez’ Salsa Explosion hosts CUBAN EXPLOSION from Saturday 9pm-4am. LINE-UP: TOP UK & INTERNATIONAL CUBAN TEACHERS DJs & PERFORMERS AT THE PAVILION BALLROOM IN BOURNEMOUTH All Day Classes & Evening parties, 900 capacity
NEW WEBSITE FOR THIS EVENT COMING SOON! More from Salsa Explosion 07969 633701.
KID CUBA RECOMMENDS - MUSICA SIN FRONTERAS ,,,,,
Sunday 6th July 2008
THE ICONIC NEIL YOUNG plus more live bands to be announced set out to bring back the days of good, good, good vibrations at great music festivals. A Day at the Hop Farm, the Hop Farm, Kentish Oast Village, Paddock Wood, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 6PY Gates open at 12pm, 45 minutes from central London www.hopfarmfestival.com Tickets on Sale from 9.00am Tuesday 18th March 2008 through www.seetickets.com Tel - 0871 2200 260 priced at £49.50
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Saturday 12 July
Oscar D'Leon returns to London - the Roundhouse, Chalk Farm Road, London, NW1 8EH Tel: 0844 482 8008 www.roundhouse.org.uk Doors 8.30pm until late.
Saturday 12th July
BATMACUMBA SUMMER BOAT PARTY sets sail in July for an anual trip along the Thames Riviera - views of London plus a great dancefloor and Brazilian beats. Early-bird tickets discounted to £10 (normally £15) during May CLICK HERE exclusively from ticketweb.
Sunday 13th July 2008
'Dance for Children' is a Charity Dance All-Dayer at the Colosseum in Vauxhall, London, with a performance by the Alex Wilson Salsa Power Orchestra along with workshops, shows and performances by both UK and international artists for both children and adults. This is a charity event set up by Moe Flex Dance to help raise funds for deprived children across the world. email: hollie.moeflexdance@gmail.com Tel: 07900 145 838 / 07788523985.
Sunday 20th July
A Live performance by Rumberos de Cuba - one of Cuba's top folkloric groups at El Rumbon Cubano at Tito's Latin Club, 4-6 London Bridge Street, London SE1 9SG (2 mins London Bridge BR/tube) from 3.00pm until midnight. Salsa and folkloric danc classes, live folkloric performances including bata drumming, Orisha dances and rumba. DJ playing the latest salsa and reggaeton from Havana. Hosts Cubacheche plan a celebration of Cuban music, folklore and Cuban culture. Entry: £8 before 5.30pm. £10 afterwards. www.cubacheche.co.uk info@cubacheche.co.uk for more
Saturday 26th-Sunday 27th July
The Kent Salsa Festival 2008. The Kent Salsa Festival takes place at the Hop Farm, Paddock Wood, featuring a wealth of dance workshops - including Salsa, Bachata, Hip Hop, Famenco and more - & the 3rd Open South East Salsa Dance Championships. Contact : www.thekentsalsafestival.co.uk or call: 07772 654476
AUGUST 2008
Friday 1st Sunday 3rd August 2008
SALSA PLEASURES LADIES’ STYLING & MEN’S ATTITUDE WEEKENDER, HOSTED BY CLUB CUBANA’S CRESSIDA CHILDS at The Durrant House Hotel (North Devon). Sun, sea, sand and dance, relax, enjoy and pamper yourself, make new friends. Salsa Dance and Well Being Indulgence weekender. Chill out in a fabulous setting - stunning coastline & picturesque harbour, plus fine dining with award winning chefs. With Rosa and Giles, Fritha Fallon, Jim Costello, Dean Maynard and Cressida plus huge ballroom, outdoor swimming pool, sauna, solarium, 1-2-1 massage & beauty treatments available, shopping (make up, dance clothes & shoes, jewellery). From £49 pp. www.clubcubana.com contact: 0117 3306933 or 07808 581739 to book and for more.
Friday 1st Sunday 3rd August 2008
Cubamemucho! comes to Nottingham on the UK leg of the World Tour Of Cuban Salsa Congresses. This features some of the world's top Cuban salsa talents, international dance shows and workshops, 3 nights of partying, workshops on Casino Rueda, Rumba, Salsa, Son Body Movement, Reggaeton and more for all levels from beginners to advanced dancers. www.dance-cubanaevents.com for more
Friday 15 Monday 25 August 2008
THE LONDON LATINFEST (15-25 August 2008) Latin Dance Festival, 100+ WORKSHOPS - 30 SHOWCASES - 15 MASSIVE PARTIESall building up to THE LONDON LATINFEST WEEKENDER (23-25 Aug) plus THE LONDON LATINFEST SALSA CHAMPIONSHIPS
featuring international stars Mario B & Ivona Bochinska, Anne & Anichi, Ye Mambo and Orville Small plus over 40 UK Teachers and Performers. email: info@latincollectiveuk.com phone: 00447958678298 web: www.latincollectiveuk.com for more info and advance tickets.
SEPTEMBER 2008
Friday 5th - Sunday 7th September
Salsa Kingdom - a major new salsa dance and music event at Park Hall Hotel (Camelot), Lancashire featuring the legendary Eddie Palmieri and his Salsa Orchestra. 30 hours of dance workshops with top international instructors including Tito and Tamara, Susana Montero, Rafael del Busto, Moe Flex, Leon Rose and making her UK debut, Maria Torres and her dance company (New York) who’ll be bringing a 40 minute dance show with them - Salsation. Plus DJs Henry Knowles (US), Julian “the Duke” and Lubi. www.salsakingdom.co.uk for more. Call: 07977 134 927 or Jane on: 0844 414 2027 email: will@salsakingdom.co.uk for more.
September 4th-7th
RUEDA CONGRESS, STAVANGER, NORWAY HOSTED BY SALSANOR - WWW.RUEDACONGRESS.COM FOR MORE.
September (date tbc)
BRIGHTON RUEDA CONGRESS hosted by www.cubashe.co.uk more soon
Friday 12th - Monday 15th September 08
Afro-Cuban Launches Salsa Fiesta at the Mundesley Holiday Park on the East Coast of Norfolk, 20 miles from Norwich. Headliners are: U-Tribe (France), Osbanis Tejeda, Rafael del Busto, Janet Fuentes, Alexis Hernandez, Ariel Roberts, Cesar Pacheco, Annetta, Niko Valiente, Mikey (Salsa CubaRican), Rocky Jazz Dancer, Lindale (Lambada Zouk), Vanesa (Belly Dancer), Cubacheche. DJ Rich (MC), Dr Jim, Javier, Shorty, Rico, Osvaldo Chacon y Su Timba, Reggaeton MC Leximan. Call the booking line booking line 01263 721 553 to reserve your place for just £30. www.afrocuban.co.uk for more. “Sun, Sea and Cuban style salsa with the world’s finest” - Kid Kuba.
OCTOBER 2008
10th-13th October 2008
SALSA WEEKENDER AT PONTINS HOLIDAY CENTRE TEL. PONTINS 0870 6045606 www.clubcubana.com contact: 0117 3306933 or 07808 581739 to book and for more.
NOVEMBER 2008
Friday 21st Sunday 23rd November 2008
The Great British Salsa Experience launches in Manchester Town Hall, Albert Square, Manchester. With 1,500 dancers expected, hosts Emma and Kate Moore revive their partnership to launch a new salsa congress in the North, following on from the now defunct Salsa Britfest. The Great British Salsa Experience offers 80 workshops over 2 days (according to organisers, limited numbers will prevent over-crowding), 3 late night parties and showcases, and an international line-up of instructors/performers/DJs. www.thegreatbritishsalsaexperience.com webiste launches soon. Ticket prices range from £89 to £109 with Early bird offer of £10 off all tickets til 30 Apr 08. For more: info@thegreatbritishsalsaexperience.com 00 44 (0) 161 881 4604
28th November - 1st December 2008
The International Cuban Congress weekender at Boddelwyddan Castle in Wales, courtesy of hosts Havana Nights. Impossibly romantic setting in a folly castle in deepest Welsh Wales and masses of fun workshops with top Cuban stars on Cuban salsa, rueda, son, rumba, orishas and so on three nights of partying. CLICK HERE for more. “An indulgent Fantasy Break”, London Salsa Scene - CLICK HERE for a full review.
Sunday 30th November 2008
'Record Rueda' is a Guiness World Record attempt to create the largest 'Rueda de Casino' wheel in history. This world record attempt will be taking place at the International Cuban Congress weekender on 28th November - 1st December 2008 at Boddelwyddan Castle in Wales. This event is run by Havana Nights - 'Record Rueda's' main sponsor. This non profit charity event is organised by the Moe Flex Dance company.
DECEMBER 2008
5th-8th October 2008
SALSA WEEKENDER AT PONTINS HOLIDAY CENTRE TEL. PONTINS 0870 6045606 www.clubcubana.com contact: 0117 3306933 or 07808 581739 to book and for more.
MARCH 2009
Friday 6th-Monday 9th March 2009
GRAND SALSA WEEKEND - WITH HEADLINERS SUSANA MONTERO, SUPER MARIO, MARCHANT BIRCH & DAVINA and more at the Grand Burstin Hotel, Folkestone Harbour, Folkestone. Join Salsa Calientita’s Clay and Debbbie Thomas at the Grand for one of the friendliest and chilled weekenders on the salsa calendar. To secure your place, £10 p/p deposit, early bird price £170, £10 single supplement. More: www.salsacalientita.co.uk www.salsapromionsuk.co.uk email: salsacalientita@yahoo.co.uk tel: 07973 390440
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