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Olaf
Salsa New Years + -
I'd like to invite you to Havana Club and SalsaBoston's first ever Red Carpet New Year's Salsa Gala, in the new scenic "CharlesView Ballroom" at the Hyatt in Cambridge.
Here's the link: http://boston.going.com/invite-18854
Hope you can make it! Prices go up soon, so book now. Also, book a hotel room at the Hyatt for only $109 through Friday!
Happy holidays!
-Olaf and Jeff
Olaf
NovemberFest Dance this Saturday, Nov. 3 at the Hyatt + -
"NOVEMBERFEST: A Post-Halloween Dance Soiree!"
Got ants in your pants and need to dance?
Then let loose your Inner Papelbon with
other lasses and lords of the dance.
Boston's best djs will spin House, Rock, Latin, and other shake-it sounds.
Finally, a dance party "done right"!
You WILL enjoy
- good (complimentary!) appetizers
- great drinks (cash bar)
- a greater venue,
- ...and the greatest people!
Hyatt Regency Hotel
575 Memorial Drive
Cambridge
8pm: Doors open
8:30pm: Free dance lesson
9pm: Dance party begins
$15 in advance, $20 at door
http://salsaboston.com/novemberfest/
RSVP on the Going page:
http://boston.going.com/event-189914
Dress: Savvy, chic, soignee
Parking: Limited on-street. $8 in garage.
Closest MBTA stop: BU WEST on Green "B" line.
(617) 513-9841
Tell/bring friends. Feel free to post on other lists/groups, too.
Ishani
Sept 8th! Sri Lankan (South Asian) Dance Event + -
Chris
2nd Annual MIT Salsa Social + -
The 2nd Annual MIT Salsa Social
Once a year, MIT Salsa Club invites Greater Boston to a night of heavy social dancing. This year's event will be even heavier, with DJ Martinez spinning all night long and
performances by 2 of the area's best dance companies.
Saturday May 19, 2007
Beginner & Advanced Beg. Lessons at 8:30 PM
No partner necessary
Social Dancing 9:30pm - 1:00am - Music by DJ D.Martinez
$5.00pp General Admission
$3.00pp for MIT Students with ID
All Ages
In MIT's Sala de Puerto Rico Room
2nd floor, Stratton Student Center
84 Mass. Ave Cambridge, Ma.
For more info: email MIT Salsa Club at vegas76@yahoo.com
Michael
MIT ballroom dancing competition Saturday, March 31st, 7pm + -
Professional Standard Competition in 2006, will give a ballroom show
as part of the 2007 MIT Open Ballroom Dance Competition. Their show
will feature all five Standard dances: Waltz, Quickstep, Tango,
Foxtrot, and Viennese Waltz. Prepare to be impressed!
Saturday, March 31st, 7pm (doors close at 6:45pm, please arrive early)
Rockwell Gym, MIT Campus.
http://whereis.mit.edu/map-jpg?mapter...
More details on the event website: http://mitbdt.mit.edu/comp/show.php
Online tickets are $8/student, $16/adult. Tickets are also available
at the door, subject to availability.
Before the show, you are invited to watch (free of charge) the
spectacular Championship Standard, Open Smooth, and Open Rhythm
sections of the MIT Open Ballroom Dance Competition.
Hope to see you there,
Alex Salcianu
Assistant to Publicity, 2007 MIT Open Ballroom Dance Competition
cell: 617-642-5648
Michael
RE: MIT ballroom dancing competition Saturday, March 31st, 7pm + -
In its 11th year, the MIT competition is the largest and most renowned of collegiate competitions, and routinely attracts some of the top dancers in the country!
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Michael
MIT Ballroom dancing club presents Tango, Salsa, and Foxtrot + -
Date: Sunday, March 4
Location: La Sala
Lessons:
Beginner Foxtrot (1-2:30 PM)
Intermediate Tango (2:30-3:30 PM)
Advanced Salsa (4:30-5:30 PM)
**Please come early for the beginner lesson that starts at 1. We have had a backup in the admissions line when everyone arrives at 1 to pay.
Early Spring Dance Party
Date: Saturday, March 3
Time: 8-11:30 PM
Location: Walker Memorial
Free dance lesson at 7:30!
Free pizza and cookies with admission.
Admission:
$3 MIT Students w/ ID
$6 Students w/ ID
$8 MIT BDC Members
$10 General Public
We need volunteers to help clean up around 11-11:30 PM. Please e-mail VP Brian Whalen ( whalenbrian@hotmail.com) if you're interested.
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christine
RE: MIT Ballroom dancing club presents Tango, Salsa, and Foxtrot + -
Michael
RE: MIT Ballroom dancing club presents Tango, Salsa, and Foxtrot + -
Ravi
SALSA PARADISE by C. Angelina Arts , DJ Hernan & HighRoller Boston + -
http://boston.heyletsgo.com/invite-11...
T
Sunday Salsa at Ryles + -
Toby
RE: Sunday Salsa at Ryles + -
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Michael
Mojitos Thursday + -
Special Events this Thursday
Thursday, February 15th, 2007
Entertainment Lineup
9:00 Doors Open
9:15 Dance Lesson with Dan Marshall
10:00 VIP Reception in the VIP room where fans can meet Pop Filter.
Sponsored by Brugal and Lennie's will provide complimentary food.
10:00 in the Lounge DJ Cholo plays a mix of Latin rock, pop and classics
10:00 in the Club DJ Kanario spins the latest and hottest Latin dance mix until 2:00.
11:15 Pop Filter Performs Live at Mojitos in the upstairs Lounge Level.
Click on the photo above to hear their music.
MBTA: Park Street station. Red and Green lines.
Parking is only $7 at the Hyatt LaFayette Garage with a Mojitos validation stamp.
For info about the show and tickets call 617 417 2524
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Mojitos Male Model Search
Brought to you by popular demand: Mojitos Male Model Search. In the summer we brought you the Ladies Model Search, now we proudly present this special event.
Contest Dates:
Friday, February 16th, March 2nd, March 16th, March 30th Grand Finale April 13th
Join us for a VIP reception sponsored by Hennessy every Friday before the contest.
Weekly Prize: $200, $50 Gift certificate, Mojitos Platinum Card and gift bag
Model Search Winner receives:
*$500 Cash
*Round Trip ticket to anywhere in the Caribbean, courtesy of Atlantic Travel
*Modeling Contract with IMA Models
*Photo Shoot with Photography by Tim Kennard many more prizes!!
Hosted by the Ladies Model Search winners and the Hennessy Models.
Description of Contest:
"Action Photoshoot" sponsored by BostonFashion.com, with photography by Tim Kennard. This event will feature an action photo shoot is a photo shoot set to music.
The photographer captures action shots of the model while dancing and posing. A panel of celebrity judges will determine the finalists.
Do you know a man who should compete? Contact us at 617 834 0552 or 617 817 2533 for complete contest information or email info@aviveboston.com.
Confirmed contestants can submit a guest list for reduced admission with the names of their friends and family who would like to show their support take part in the VIP reception with Hennessy.
This event is brought to you by Hennessy, Atlantic Travel, IMA Models, El Mundo newspaper, Photography by Tim Kennard, and Avive Productions
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Latin Entertainment Highlights for this WeeK
Wednesday: Valentines Day Event Special themed party this week. See below for details.
Thursday: Live Rock en Espanol at Mojitos upstairs in the lounge. DJ Kanario spins the best Latin mix in the club. Thursdays have been packed so arrive early!!
Friday: Mojitos Male Model SearchBrought to you by popular demand. Ladies, at last here is an event for you. Men do you have it in you to win??
Saturday: Mojitos is always filled with a beautiful crowd that loves to dance. Dont miss our Saturday Showcase Series feature next week.
Sunday: Winter Dance, part IIThere is no work on Monday because of Presidents day. We have a special party to make this Sunday one to remember. Dress up or down and come to the second Winter Dance.
Check out PHOTOS of Last week including the Samba Performance by Deraldo and partner as part of the Saturday Showcase Series and Frank Reyes concert brought by Budweiser.
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Valentine's Day
Wednesday, February 14, 2007
Celebrate this Valentine's Day at Mojitos!
Whether you are single or in love, you cant stay home on Valentine's Day. We have something for everyone.
Wear red or white for reduced admission.
Lounge Level: If you are in love on Valentine's Day, you feel like you are in Heaven. The Lounge Level at Mojitos is decorated with that theme in mind. Take your love out for a night of dancing and romance.
*SALSA CONTEST with a cash prize of $200 to $100
*Ladies receive a free rose and complimentary gift bag.
*Select from our menu of special Valentine's day drinks
*The best danceable romantic music by DJ Kanario
21 + | $10 Cover Wear Red or White For Reduced Admission $5
Club Level: Some might say this day is Hell if you are single. But at Mojitos it is actually more fun for the naughty girls and boys. We welcome all single devils and diablitas to our special hell. If you leave without a kiss or a number, it will be because you didnt want one. As you enter you will be given a piece of paper with a number, find the match (1 out of 5 people will match) and go to the bar to receive your prize.
REGGAETON CONTEST with a cash prize of $200 to $100
*Ladies receive a free rose, chocolates, and a complimentary gift bag.
*Select from our menu of special drinks
Attention guys: send your crush a drink and rose with a note Attention ladies: the lady with the most roses wins a gift certificate Dance to the sexiest beats played by DJ Baby Boricua
Guest List for Reduced Admission to this Valentines Day Extravaganza
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Check out PHOTOS
Comments? Suggestions? Our staff is always happy to hear what you have to say. Or ask to speak to a manager while you are here or call 617 834 0552 and let us know what you think. We are happy to be a part of your weekend plans and hope to remain your favorite destination for Latin entertainment.
Mojitos is located on 48 Winter Street in Boston's historic downtown district.
Visit www.mojitosboston.com for a map including parking information and printable directions.
There is $7 parking with a Mojitos validation stamp and the MBTA Park Street and Downtown Crossing stations are just steps away.
Mojitos is Boston's only all Latin venue, owned by Latinos, for Latinos and those who love Latin music and culture. Mojitos is predictably filled with a beautiful crowd and dancing from 9 to 2. Check out last weekend's P hotos
See you this weekend. Be sure to smile for the cameras!
Avive Productions
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email: info@aviveboston.com
phone: 617 988 8123 or 617 817 2533
web: http://www.aviveboston.com
For complete information about what is going on in the city for Latin Entertainment visit aviveboston.com
Michael
Brazilian Samba Mondays at Good Life + -
Good Life Bar, Downtown Crossing
28 Kingston Street, Boston, MA
Mondays
dancing and dining 8PM
http://www.goodlifebar.com
http://mbta.com/rider_tools/servicene...
Tiki Tiki BOOM!
Samba de Gafieira is a partner dance completely different from International Ballroom Samba. It appeared in the 40s and it gets its name from the Gafieira - popular urban nightclubs of Rio de Janeiro at that time.
The dance derived from the Maxixe and followed the arrival of the Choro (another samba musical style). It left most of the Maxixe's Polka elements behind but maintained the entwined leg movements of the Argentine Tango, although adopting a more relaxed posture than the later. Many see this form of Samba as a combination of Waltz and Tango and several Brazilian dancing academies actually use elements and techniques of these two dances to teach Samba de Gafieira movements and choreographies.
Dynamically speaking the steps are done on a short-short-long tempo and the basic step motion goes as follows: step - replace - forward (long) step - replace - backwards (long)
From its inception to nowadays the Samba de Gafieira has incorporated many acrobatic movements and has evolved to become today's most complex dancing style of Samba in Brazil. This style is present in dance academies worldwide.
Samba is a lively, rhythmical dance of Brazilian origin in 2/4 time danced under the Samba music. However, there are three steps to every bar, making the Samba feel like a 3/4 timed dance. Its origins include the Maxixe. There are two major streams of Samba dance that differ significantly: the Brazilian Samba music has been danced in Brazil since its inception in the late 19th century. There is actually a set of dances, rather than a single dance, that define the Samba dancing scene in the country; thus, no one dance can be claimed with certainty as the "original" Samba style.
Rio de Janeiro is the type of Samba we see on the Brazilian Carnival parades.
"Samba no p颠is a solo dance that is most often danced impromptu when samba music is played. The basic movement involves a straight body and a bending of one knee at a time. The feet move very slightly - only a few inches at a time. The rhythm is 2/4, with 3 steps per measure. It can be described calling it and-a-one, and-a-two, then back to one. The basic movement is the same to either side, where one foot moves to the outside lifting up just before the first beat, lifting on the "and-a" and replacing itself on the floor on the one beat (i.e. the right leg moves slightly to the right) and this leg is kept straight. The other foot moves slightly towards the front, and closer to the first foot. The second leg bends slightly at the knee so that the left side of the hip lowers and the right side appears to move higher. The weight is shifted to this inside foot briefly for the next "and-a", then shifted back to the outside foot on the "two", and the same series of actions is repeated towards the other side.
The dance simply follows the beat of the music and can go from average pace to very fast. Men dance with the whole foot on the ground while women, often wearing heels, dance just on the balls of the foot. Professionals may change the steps slightly, taking 4 steps per measure instead of 3, and often add various arm movements depending on the mood of the music.
There are also regional forms of the dance in Brazil where the essential steps are the same, but because of a change in the accent of the music people will dance similar movements to the slightly changed accents. For instance, in Bahia the girls tend to dance tilting their legs towards the outside instead of keeping their knees close to each other as in Rio de Janeiro.