Saturday, January 22, 2011 7:30 PM-11:30 PM, a new Latin dance company“Salsaires” will be presenting the “1st Annual Cincinnati SalsaThon for a Cause” at the Cincinnati Ballet.
Salseros and Salseras: Take on the challenge of dancing Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, and ChaChaCha for 3 consecutive hours to benefit Faces Without Places; a local non-profit who generates awareness and funds to keep more than 3000 children and youth experiencing homelessness connected to their education in the Greater Cincinnati area. More information about Faces Without Places can be found at www.faceswithoutplaces.org
So what will the SalsaThon consist of? - The first two hours you will rotate partners and follow calls from one of the “Salsalebrities” of the evening. - The last hour you will dance with the partner you began the SalsaThon with. For those that last you will be eligible for prizes so be ready to show what you’ve got! - Minimal breaks are allowed. There must be one couple on the floor at all times. - No experience necessary.
If you don’t have a partner, we will match you with another single participant Early Bird Reservation: $15 per person Day of the Event: $20 per person at door Audience (non participants) and Students: $10
Frequently Asked Questions regarding The 1st Annual Salsathon for A Cause
WHEN IS THE EVENT? Tomorrow night aka Saturday January 22, 2011 7PM
WHERE EXACTLY IS THE CINCINNATI BALLET? The Cincinnati Ballet is located near the intersection of Liberty and Central Parkway in Over the Rhine near Downtown. It's half a block away from Music Hall and Findlay Market. The exact address for getting directions is 1515 Central Parkway Cincinnati, OH 45214. You can also check out the Cincinnati Ballet's locations page for more info: http://www.cballet.org/academy/locations#downtown
THE EVENT IS IN OVER THE RHINE. WHAT ABOUT PARKING? IS MY VEHICLE SAFE THERE? There is an elevated parking lot next to the Ballet where you can park. There are also parking spaces along Central Parkway. In terms of security, there will be security officers monitoring the parking lot the entire time of the event.
IS THERE A DRESS CODE? Wear what you like. However, be aware that there will be photos taken of the event. Whatever you choose make sure you're comfortable. You're going to be dancing for a long time. And it may be a good thought to bring an additional shirt or two.
WHAT ABOUT SHOES? The ballet floor is a marley floor, not a hardwood floor. Its designed to absorb the shock from the jumps that ballet dancers do, so it is quite delicate. In order to protect the floor and your feet, please wear smooth or soft soled shoes. And unfortunately, ladies, absolutely NO HEELS! They will destroy the floor!
WHERE DOES THE MONEY GO? THIS IS ALL FOR CHARITY, RIGHT? The money that you're paying to be a spectator or a dancer goes directly to Faces Without Places. Wanna know more about what they do http://www.faceswithoutplaces.org/
Remember registering in advance is $15.00 per person or $20.00 at the door for dancers. Spectators $10.00 Cash or Check only. Visit http://salsaires.com/ for more information and where to register. Online registration is available until 12PM Saturday afternoon.
I CAN'T ATTEND THE EVENT, BUT I WOULD STILL LIKE TO SUPPORT THE CAUSE. HOW DO I DO THAT? First and foremost spread the word to friends and family about the good work that Faces Without Places is doing for homeless children. If you want to make a monetary donation, here's the link http://www.faceswithoutplaces.org/mai ... D=36&thesubdeptID=168
WHAT IS THE SCHEDULE FOR THE EVENING? 6:30 - Doors open to the public 7:00 - Intro lesson of Salsa, Merengue, Bachata 7:55 - Welcome and Introductions 8:05 - Rueda and Afro-Cuban Demonstration 8:15 - Salsathon Instructions 8:30 - 11:30 Salsathon!!!!!!!
DO I ACTUALLY HAVE TO DANCE 3 CONSECUTIVE HOURS? We'd love if you do, but its your right to choose when you want to stop dancing. You do get two 10 minute breaks during the three hour session to rest up. The goal is to have fun with your friends during the event. If you plan on trying to last all three hours, choose wisely when to exert yourself to the music and when to just go...... sloooooow. Make sure to eat light and avoid the alcohol until after the event is over.
CAN I PARTICIPATE WITHOUT A PREARRANGED PARTNER? Yes, of course! We encouraged people to bring partners so there would be a good balance of men and women in the room. We will attempt to match everyone up with a partner but there are no guarantees. People will be rotating between partners for most of the evening so there will be plenty of opportunities to dance. If at any time you're on the floor not dancing with someone, please do shines or basic footwork on your own before you rotate to another dancer.
THIS IS A COMPETITION, RIGHT? The competitive element with a partner is during the last half hour. And this is where you will dance with the person you were partnered up with at the time of registration. The songs will move at a faster tempo and those couples that are there at the end will be judged on how well they move and the enthusiasm they bring to the dance at that time. There will be prizes for the top three couples at the end. That's why it's ideal to dance with someone you know and are comfortable dancing with. Another reason why we encouraged bringing a partner to the event.
WHAT BEVERAGES WILL BE AVAILABLE? The only spirit we have is water on the rocks!
Salsaires and Faces Without Places thank you SO MUCH in advance for your participation, and for your assistance to the cause. We are sure you will have a wonderful time, and look forward to making this an annual event.
Posted by adminon 2010/12/16 18:50:00 (1352 reads)
Saturday, January 22, 2011 7:30 PM-11:30 PM, a new Latin dance company“Salsaires” will be presenting the “1st Annual Cincinnati SalsaThon for a Cause” at the Cincinnati Ballet.
Salseros and Salseras: Take on the challenge of dancing Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, and ChaChaCha for 3 consecutive hours to benefit Faces Without Places; a local non-profit who generates awareness and funds to keep more than 3000 children and youth experiencing homelessness connected to their education in the Greater Cincinnati area. More information about Faces Without Places can be found at www.faceswithoutplaces.org
So what will the SalsaThon consist of? - The first two hours you will rotate partners and follow calls from one of the “Salsalebrities” of the evening. - The last hour you will dance with the partner you began the SalsaThon with. For those that last you will be eligible for prizes so be ready to show what you’ve got! - Minimal breaks are allowed. There must be one couple on the floor at all times. - No experience necessary.
If you don’t have a partner, we will match you with another single participant Early Bird Reservation: $15 per person Day of the Event: $20 per person at door Audience (non participants) and Students: $10
Posted by adminon 2010/12/16 18:50:00 (2284 reads)
The international dance sensation BURN THE FLOOR visits you direct from its record-breaking run on Broadway! You've seen Ballroom dance on shows like Dancing with the Stars and So You Think You Can Dance. Now, with BURN THE FLOOR, you will feel, live on stage, all the passion, the drama and the sizzling excitement of 20 gorgeous champion dancers, in a true theatrical experience, a performance with a grace and athleticism that The New York Times calls, "Dazzling!"
From Harlem's hot nights at The Savoy, where dances such as the Lindy, Foxtrot and Charleston were born, to the Latin Quarter where the Cha-Cha, Rumba and Salsa steamed up the stage, BURN THE FLOOR takes audiences on a journey through the passionate drama of dance. The elegance of the Viennese Waltz, the exuberance of the Jive, the intensity of the Paso Doble - audiences will experience them all, as well as the Tango, Samba, Mambo, Quickstep and Swing.
For discount Tickets for MidwestLatino Members and friends, please go to TicketMaster and use the code "TANGO"
Posted by adminon 2010/12/16 16:50:00 (1325 reads)
Our friend, Doreen Beatrice from Step-N-Out Dance Studio in Covington, is organizing on January 15th, a new event called Riverfront DanceSport Festival.
As she states on the event's Website:
I have organized a popular dance event called the Winter Gala. It took place in mid- January, always in the Greater Covington/Cincinnati area and included professional and amateur dancers from Kentucky, Indiana and Ohio. The day was driven by the Tri-State Dance Professionals. It was designed to emphasize learning with a lecture series combined with showcasing professional and amateur dancers in a theatrical show. We rounded out the evening with a formal social dinner/ dance. As the event in 2010 was a success, I had a vision of expanding it to have a more competitive edge. As I approached my two new organizing partners, Bill Sparks and Gert Roslender with the idea, they were on board without a second thought. Interestingly enough, Gert resides in Indiana, Bill in Ohio and I live in Kentucky. We truly represent the Tri-State Region. We still want to hold true to the original theme by creating part of the event to focus on educational dance seminars, dance exhibitions and a dinner/dance but intend to add competition to the mix. Please continue to follow the creation of our event and website over the next few months. We look forward to seeing you next year at the Riverfront DanceSport Festival.
The first ever Networking Meeting of the SHPE Cincinnati Chapter was a total success. Almost 30 people showed up to meet the SHPE Chapter board and members, learn more about the chapter mission and objectives, and listen to two local executives: Miguel Alemany from P&G, and the Keynote Speaker: Scott Ernest, VP & General Manager from GE.
In a short period of time, the band have become one of the most prominent representative of Latin pop rock in the local scene, as evidenced by their recognition from the major Latino media outlets in the Washington DC Metro area and also by the major media outlets in Puerto Rico (where the band members were born). Ocho de Bastos has been the opener for several well renowned artists in the genre as part of their US tours. Most notably, they opened for Vilma Palma e Vampiros, Los Enanitos Verdes(considered to be one of the best ever in the genre) as part of their 30th anniversary tour, Los Auténticos Decadentes, and Zoé. The band had also participated in multiple festivals and charitable events whre the band had the oportunity to work with numerous professional artists and members of the entertainment media.
Each year, the SHPE Conference attracts over 5,000 engineering professionals, students and corporate representatives. The conference is an opportunity for engineering companies and corporations to recruit top talent from SHPE membership. It also provides educational, technical and career opportunities for professional and student engineers.
This year, the 2010 SHPE Conference will take place in Cincinnati, OH, from October 27 to October 30, 2010.
With Congress Kick-off Party on Friday with DJ Rudy (Sept. 24) and with Salsa Workshops on Saturday and Sunday at Step-N-Out Dance Studio (721 Madison Ave. Covington, KY), and Congress After-Party with Tropicoso in Mad Frog on Monday, September 27th
In addition to Cincinnati's best dance teachers, such as Amos Brown (from Salsa Authentic), Rena Gibeau (from Duveneck Salsa Rueda), Lorenzo Harris (from SalsOdyssey), Diana Hoffman (from Kama Salsa), Jeaunita Olowe (from Bi-Okoto, will teach African dances), Robert Rice (from Cincinnati), Veronica Rocco (from Danse Royale), Malik Spencer & Marilyn Kuntz (from Reveal Your Love), we'll have also Isabelle Pampillo (from Los Angeles).
To check out the Bios of the Teachers, click here...
And we'll have also Katy Rahn & Alexis Santel, our friendly Zumba dancers
The Congress Pass (that includes access to all 24 classes/workshops and social dancing parties and FREE access to the Congress Kick-off Party on Friday and Congress After-Party on Monday) is only $100 at the door.
The Congress Kick-off Party (Friday, Sept. 24th, 10 PM) with DJ Rudy, in Step N Out Studio, will cost $5 at the door.
The Congress After-Party (Monday, May 27th) with Tropicoso at Mad Frogwill cost $5 at the door (map).
Isabelle Pampillo from Los Angeles will be teaching at the 2010 Cincinnati Salsa Congress!
Isabelle was born a dancer at heart and dedicated her entire life to dancing, since the age of 4 years old. She specializes in Salsa Los Angeles Style, her own Argentine Tango, and her newest acquisition Pole Dancing. Isabelle is a Master Instructor, Performer, and International Workshop Presenter, SAG Choreographer and is also pursuing a career in acting. Isabelle lives and works in Santa Monica where, she is known as IsabelleSalsa, “The Rhythm Specialist”.
Isabelle is the owner, founder and director of Isabelle’s Dance Academy, where herself and a team of dance instructors conduct beginner to advanced salsa, tango and pole dancing workshops. Isabelle also is a Staff Instructor for Santa Monica College, Community Services as she really likes giving back to her community. Back in the years of being a Fitness Celebrity, Isabelle used to teach at the most prestigious Fitness Clubs in Los Angeles, including Spectrum Pacific Palisades and The Sports Club L.A. Now her own studio in Santa Monica keeps her plenty busy but she still consults with the Fitness industry as a dance trainer.
Join "BRIDGES for a Just Community" for a forum on immigration designed to discuss issues related to immigration and immigration reform in America.
The forum will be held in the Harriet Tubman Theater at the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center and will give the attendees an opportunity to learn more about the complex nature of immigration in the Cincinnati region and around the country. The forum will represent a range of voices in the immigration debate including perspectives from faith, law enforcement, and labor communities throughout the Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky areas.
The forum is being held as part of Hispanic Heritage Month. Hispanic Heritage Month is a celebration of the U. S. residents who trace their roots to Spain, Mexico, and the Spanish-speaking nations of Central America, South America, and the Caribbean.
Wednesday, Sept. 22, 2010
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM NATIONAL UNDERGROUND RAILROAD FREEDOM CENTER 50 East Freedom Way Cincinnati, OH 45202
