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DanceTalk * 3-25-08
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Happy Birthday wishes to Mike Reher, Deano "Dino"
Georgio & Kathy Freed.
It is with great sadness we share the passing of Gladys Torres.
I had the distinct honor of partnering with Gladys in the World Hustle
Dance Championships dinner show, just a few years ago. Gladys had been
diagnosed already but she smiled and danced like the true superstar
that she is. Her long courageous battle with cancer has come to an
end. She was loved by all.
Dance pro Ken Roesel reports that well over a 1,000 West Coast,
Lindy/East Coast, Hustle, Shag and Hand dancers came together to dance,
play and honor at the "Memorial Dance and Celebration of Craig
Hutchinson's Life as a Dancer."
Don't miss the Hustle Night & Student Showcase at Soho
Dance Studio on March 28th for a night of hustle.
Performances in Salsa, Cha Cha, hustle & more,
including NY's finest, DJ Bobby Morales. See all the details
below. http://www.sohodancestudio.com
Actress Marlee Matlin who is deaf did an amazing job on her first week
on Dancing With The Stars. Since she cannot hear
the music her pro partner Fabian Sanchez, pulses the beat thru his
hands so she can keep time to the music.
Jump into spring, get the feeling on Mar 29th at 'Springtime
in Havana Party" hosted by Lori Brizzi's, her 7 year
Anniversary Party with DJ Nelson 'Paradise' Roman and Franklin Ayala,
see all the details below.
Bob Fosse's "Dancin," return to Broadway May 5,
2009, at Studio 54. The all-dance show will be directed by Graciela
Daniele. Ann Reinking, who was in the original production of
"Dancin'," and Nicole Fosse, his daughter, will serve as creative
consultants. "Dancin"' opened on Broadway in 1978 and ran for four
years.
The new March Dance CD is out and available from
DJ Fancy. It includes 17 hot New songs from Donna Summer, Janet
Jackson, Alisha Keys, Rihanna, Mary J. Blige & more, for the
complete list and to order, write to
sparda3636@yahoo.com
What, you didn't get this weeks edition of DanceTalk? Traveling, at
work, on the go, visit the Hustle Lounge for all
the up to date issues -
http://thehustlelounge.com/
Check out some great photos from MadJam 2008,
courtesy of Scott Michielli
http://share.shutterfly.com/action/pictures;jsessionid=0D28E3DB98478B2932E0119584CFE15E?ap=&a=67b0de21b35d9c4705b0&pg=0
The winners at last weeks Vai Dance Contest: in the
Jack & Jill Hustle
1st Place - Sammy Shecter & Brian Toder, 2nd Place -
Pat Stewart & Linda Rothrock. In the Just Hustle 1st
Place - Sammy Shecter & Ricky Villa
2nd Place - Pat Stewart & Anita Giacone
This weeks edition of DanceTalk® is sponsored by the International
Hustle Salsa Championships, coming to Miami May 1 - 4th, read
all about it below. http://www.hustleandsalsa.com
Make it a great week,
Ron
International Hustle Salsa Championships
There is no better place to dance then in Miami. The
International Hustle Salsa Championships return May 1 to the 4th. Your
be beach side, dancing and enjoying all the pleasures of Florida as the
IHSC celebrates its 9th anniversary. Your hosts Billy Fajardo &
Katie Marlow will have you dancing and jubilant all weekend long. Their
event has a long history of selling out...fast. And if you think last
years event was hot, wait until you hear all the new special features.
Dancing by the pool from noon till 4PM daily, to the sounds of DJ's
Henry Knowles & Noel Colon. The competitions include
Professional, Amateur and Pro-Am division in hustle, Salsa, Theatre
arts, triple threat (hustle, Salsa, swing) and now an expanded
Starlight Rhythms Competition all day Thursday, with performances by
international Latin champions Eugene Katsevman & Maria
Manusova. Don't miss the salsa Bootcamp with the one and only Edie the
Salsa Freak. Reserve your seats for the Saturday night Dinner show
featuring the Dance Dimensions 2008. There will be live music Friday as
the Copa Night features salsa teams, ESPN World Salsa Championships
qualifying round and dancing to Henry Knowles & Alberth Moreno.
This year they have added a Saturday night Salsa Party with a live
performance by New Swing Sextet. Saturday night you can Swing dance all
evening in the separate Swing room. Three ballrooms in all, to social
dance in. Beat the winter blues and book your room now for
the spring event of the year.
Billy was one of the original pioneers of the hustle. While still a
teenager, he had already formed his own dance company and traveled the
world. He brought dancing into everyone's home, weekly, performing on
the hit television show, Don Kirschner's Rock concert. Dance junkies
tuned in weekly to catch the newest hustle patterns and theatrical
tricks & lifts. Today, he is still at the top of his game.
Along with Katie they have won numerous competitions: IDO World
Champions in both Hustle and Cabaret Exhibition, Open Cabaret
Champions, US Hustle Champions and NADC Cabaret Champions. Billy
& Katie have assembled the top teachers, performers and DJs for
this IHDA sanctioned event. The staff includes: Derrick Allen &
Donna DiSimone, Raul Ante, Ray Avery & Irena Griffin, Donna
Boyle, Wendy & Wajih Dalal, Brian Gallagher, Silvana Gallagher,
Keith & Celeste Gussoni, Debra Hampton, Jameson Kilburn, Danny
McGee, Lisa Nunziella, Ralph Ramirez, Luis & Maryann Rosa,
Kelvin Roche & Loriann Greenhouse, Joyce Szilli, Maria Torres,
Tybaldt & Hazel Ulrich, Kim Vanaman, Eddie Torres, Nelson
Flores, Maribel Maldonado, Rene Gueits, Jose Lois Gutierrez, Henry
Herrera, Angely Carucci, Tito Ortos & Tamara Carucci, Ismael
Otero & Shani Talmor, Raul Santiago & Sergia Anderson,
Carols Tellez, Jhesus Aponte, Sheila de Jesus... With this much talent,
rooms are going fast. The Miami Beach Resort & Spa is located
at 4833 Collins Ave. in Miami Beach.
Rooms are only $149 per night, while they last. Call 954-358-0168
Register now for your spring dance extravaganza. http://www.hustleandsalsa.com
Spotlight
"Jacqueline Cruz"
She was a mere 8 years old when her father took her to compete in her
first dance contest. It was held at El Tropicolo, a
Latin club, in New York. After she finished dancing,
the Master of Ceremonies told her father that
'she had a special something'. Jacqueline Cruz, at such a
young age, didn't really understand what he meant, but the dance world
would cease the opportunity to
witness a tiny rose blossom into an incredible
performer. Jackie's father was a musician & singer who
would regularly take her to his performances. Growing up in a
family from the entertainment field had a profound impact on her. While
in elementary school, Jackie would perform in the talent shows
in the' Boogie Down Bronx', "I continued performing in talent shows
even in middle school I.S. 52," recalls Jackie. That is where
she met future partner, Hector Berrios. He was in 8th grade, one
year ahead of her. " I remember playing 'hooky' from school
and going to hooky parties and seeing him and everyone
else dance the hustle", explains Jackie. One evening
Jackie's older brother took her to a place called "The
Atmosphere", in Hunts Point, the Bronx. This was the first
time she experienced Hector performing, she was
mesmerized by the show. That very same night she got
a double dose when she observed the dance floor literally
part, "like the sea for Moses " and out appeared
Billy Fajardo & Sandra Rivera, adorned "in white
suits" doing the hustle. It was at this point Jackie was determined to
master the hustle. She had a secret weapon, her older brother
was the key to her hustle success. He began to teach her the
fundamentals. Together, they would rehearse and gravitate to the parks
where music would be playing and everyone danced. With dedicated
determination, Jackie developed the confidence to dance in
public. Along with her first partner, Angel, they auditioned
for The Latin Symbolics. An overwhelmed Jackie was selected.
Dancing was now beginning to consume her life. They would spend endless
hours in the studio's rehearsing. As her passion for
dancing grew she would make it a point to study the "big dogs." One
night, on a visit to the disco 'Latin Times', she was watching Perico
& Edie and Eddie & Lourdes when Hector
approached her to dance. "He danced with me, Jackie
explains, but I couldn't keep up with
him." He later insulted Jackie to his
sister. This was heart wrenching for her, but she
wouldn't let it become a set back, she had the inclination to
turn it into a positive. Literally lighting a fire in her
belly, Jackie was determined to excel and, hopefully, change his
opinion. She continued to frequent clubs like
the Latin Times and Starship, when once again she
crossed paths with Hector. Her favorite song "Doctor Love" came on when
Hector grabbed her for a dance. This time she was prepared and focused
to keep up with his spins and fast turns. She was electric. Hector was
so impressed he asked her to enter a dance
contest being held at the Boys Club. His current
partner, Debbie Benitez was unavailable to
compete. Jackie already was aquatinted with Debbie as
she was a member of her jazz
team, "Sugar & Spice." With her
mothers approval to compete, they now had less than one hour
for Hector to teach her a routine. " I
remember competing in the contest and being chosen as a
finalist," explains Jackie, "I didn't expect to place but we did. We
practiced some more and prepared for the finals." On the
evening of the finals, Jackie was very composed, although the
place was packed with the premier dancers. One of the
most popular, red hot teams was in the
house, but inspite of Eddie Vega & Lourdes
Jones performance, Jackie & Hector took
first place. Instantaneously, people started to take notice.
They became the "new" couple. Franc. "Perico"
Reys, one of the more experienced dancers
was a member of the prestigious dance troop, the
Disco Dance Dimensions. Perico encouraged Hector
to dance with Jackie. Hector & Jackie
would compete in another contest where dance champion, Billy
Fajardo was judging. At this contest, Eddie & Lourdes
captured first place while Floyd Chishom & Nelly
Cotto took second. Although Jackie & Hector came in
third, Billy was very impressed and subsequently gave
them their first break. One evening, when Billy
& Sandra weren't available to perform at the Concord
Hotel, Perico asked Hector & Jackie to fill in and the
rest became history. From that point on, they became members
of the Dance Dimensions. For Jackie it was a
life changing experience. The troop was highly sought after as they
traveled extensively performing shows all over the
world. They would entertain on The Jerry Lewis
Telethon, at Carnegie Hall with Liza Minneli, Bob Hope, Grace
Jones, the Village People, Sister Sledge, and with practically
every popular entertainer of the day. Tours and performances
would include the popular televised show, 'Don Kirshner's Rock
Concert'. The troop was featured each week performing
synchronized dance numbers and solo acts. Jackie,
with her hypnotic smile became a core member of the troop. In
between shows the couple would still compete and
won a local dance contest which catapulted them back
on television's " Soul Alive". Once again, they impressed the
judges and won the hearts of the audience taking first place. As
graceful as an elk, her arms flashing and legs kicking with lightning
speed, Jackie was simply elegant. One of her personal
victories was performing at the Fania All Stars in
Madison Square Garden with Hector Lavoe, Celia Cruz and Tito Puente.
She had never performed in the round, as people viewed them
from all sides of the stage. " When I was dancing, I will
always remember looking up and seeing on a flashing screen,
'Dance Dimensions' , I felt like a star", explains
Jackie. "Who would ever guess that inner city kids from the
boogie down Bronx would go so far," asks Jackie. With an
overwhelming sense of positivity Jackie experienced the unique
opportunity to perform in the remake of the "Saturday Night Fever
Tour". Along with Lisa Nunziella and
Perico , they toured all over Europe and
Morocco. As the dance craze began to die down, both Jackie
& Hector's romance and dancing flickered as well.
They would part ways in preparation for college. Jackie received
her Bachelors in Psychology and her Masters of
Science in Counseling and Development. After 9/11,
she resigned and acquired a Guidance
Counselor position at The High School For
Contemporary Arts, located in the Bronx. Although
she lives in the suburbs she has returned to
the place that it all started for her. Married now,
along with her daughter Grace Sophia, Jackie still senses that
fire in her belly, and probably always will. "Although I have
hung up my dancing shoes, I long to create the same type
of program for my High school students that the
movie "Mad Hot Ballroom" did with middle school students," shares
Jackie.
With her determination and love for dance, I think we will see this
hustle diva continue to inspire others.
DanceTalk * 3-18-08
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Happy St.
Patrick's Day
Happy Birthday wishes to Patrick Adams, Lauren
Bess, Ron Morrison,
Al Pasa, Larry Clements, Liza Rissetti and
Sonny Morris.
Hold the date, Hustle Congress returns to the Big
Apple. Get ready for a new look as Lori Brizzi takes over
Manhattan
And now, for something totally different. Spencer
is 25 years old, Barbara is 84. Watch them perform. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bKRZv6NGjdc
Patrick Swayze, a trained dancer and actor is
fighting pancreatic cancer, one of the most painful and deadly
disease's. Best known for his role in "Dirty Dancing" he also performs
with his wife/ballerina for 32
years.
If you love to Hustle then make sure to attend the Soho Dance
Studio Hustle night on March 28th. Performances and hustle
music with DJ Bobby Morales.
The motion picture Love N' Dancing is a wrap. Look
for a national release this summer. Swing Dance Champion, Robert
Royston is the choreographer.
Here are your winners from Zachary's dance contest.
1st place - Robert Lawrence & Rosetta Varuola,
2nd place - Lena Spurdis & Angel Lopez, 3rd Place -
Jose Ruiz & Lyn Marsel. Stay tuned for more dance competitions
at Zachary's.
One of the most exciting dance troops is holding auditions Wed, March
19, at 8:30pm (Performance Hustle Team), sponsored
by Luis & Mary Ann Rosa in Association with Rhythms &
Soul Dance Studio. latindanceconnection@yahoo.com
Last call for the low group rate for Millennium Dance Cruise
from New York to Bermuda, June 1 - 8th, the deadline has been extended
til 1PM Tuesday, March 18th, fax your payments to Joan
Werner Fax 212 779-7073
For the complete winners list from the Hooray for Hollywood
competition, go to http://www.hoorayforhollywooddancefestival.com/index.htm
Go to event Details and click on "The Oscar Goes to."
Next week, we spotlight a dancer that had a great smile, she sparkled
and wowed the dance scene. Stay tuned for this feature, next week in
DanceTalk®.
This weeks edition of DanceTalk is sponsored by Swing City
Dance, read all about it below. http://www.SwingDanceAmerica.com
Make it a great week,
Ron
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Swing Dance America
Event Director Glen Miller invites you to his annual Swing Dance
America in Milwaukee. Swing and hustle into spring with one of
America's greatest dance events starting Thursday, April 24, to Sunday,
April 27th. This popular event is being held at the elegant Hilton -
Milwaukee, City Center. This is a weekend of excitement.
West Coast Swing and Hustle competitions with two ballrooms - one for
WCS and the other for Hustle. You don't want to miss the Saturday night
Gala Entertainment show. The event hosts 10 competitive divisions in
dance, (Classic "A" and "B"), there are over 20 Great Workshops
(included with weekend pass), inter-Club Competition, the "Traveling
Trophy" awarded to the Club, Group, Team, Region, or State, that has
the most points at the end of the Event. This year, there will be a
separate trophy for the group with the most points in Hustle, also, one
for the group with the most points in West Coast Swing, and separate
trophies for groups with the most overall points. But we are not done,
there is the Dancing With The Stars Auction, a Master's Tour Event,
AANCE Tour Event, plus on Thursday, April 24th there are Two (2) Early
Bird Workshops plus Early Bird Dance after the Workshops. No need to
run out there is a Friday night Pizza Party (included with Weekend
Pass) and the ever popular Saturday night Midnight Breakfast Buffet
(included with Weekend Pass). Now, lets talk about the Hotel.
Ready for this? They have a huge indoor water park, thats right, inside
the Hilton Hotel. This is an elegant Five Star Hotel and only $99 per
night. The hotel offers Five (5) Excellent restaurants inside including
Miller Pub, and Milwaukee Chop House for fine dining. The Hilton hotel
is located in downtown Milwaukee, just 10 minutes from
Milwaukee International Airport. Airport Shuttles
are available or just take a short cab ride. There is a 10% Swing Dance
America discount if you fly on Midwest Airlines. Use Swing Dance
America code CMZ7042 when making reservations. Now to make this the
Spring event of the year, check out the professional staff line up:
Robert & Nicola Royston, Arjay Centeno & Melissa Rutz,
Parker Dearborn & Jessica Cox, Jason Miklic & Sophy
Kdep, Erik Novoa & Anna Brady, Jennifer Lyons, Fred &
Tina Price, Silvana Gallagher, Nino DiGiulio, Kristin Geil-Ham
& Monty Ham, Jimmy Mulligan and more to come. The DJ staff
includes: Victor Loveira, Fred Price, Glen Miller, Todd Paulus and Tim
Johnson. Admission $135 for Weekend Pass before April 1,
2008. Save $10 - register/pay $125 on line at
http://swingdanceamerica.com/ before April 1st. $145 after
April 1st. Hilton Milwaukee, City Center, 509 West Wisconsin
Av., Milwaukee, WI 53203 414.271.7250
Hustle Dance Directory (part 3 of 3)
This is the third and final installment of the 2008 Hustle
Teacher Dance Directory.
For the complete list, please visit the Hustle Hall Of Fame. http://www.mjames.org/hustlehall.html
Thank you to all the teachers for providing us with your contact
information and for helping to keeping the Hustle Alive.
Brian Gallagher
Pa, NJ
Hustle, Swing, group classes
215-292-3340 or G11Brian@aol.com
Steve Neeren
NY, NY
DANCESPORT IN NYC;
Hustle & West Coast Swing.
(212) 586-3849 - djwcswing@nyc.rr.com
Erik Novoa / SwingShoes Entertainment LLC
Connecticut & New York City
Hustle & West Coast Swing
http://www.SwingShoes.net
SwingShoes@aol.com
Lisa Nunziella
Los Angeles, CA
Hustle, Salsa on 2, Hip Hop, liftwork
310-628-9265
http://www.dancewithlisa.com
Lisa@dancewithlisa.com
Louis J. Orlando
Freehold, NJ
Independent
Hustle
732-780-2862
kinglouie0412@aol.com
BOBBY "O" OSSIAS
Hustle Dance Teacher
TAMPA, FLORIDA 33604
http://www.DANCETAMPA.COM
OSS@tampabay.rr.com
813-935-7458
Tony Pace
Houston, Texas
Chayns 3920 FM 1960 West, Houston, TX
Hustle, Salsa, Cha Cha, East & West Coast Swing
281-583-0689
rcrankel@wt.net tony@tonypaceportfolio.com http://www.tonypaceportfolio.com
Roberto Pagan
Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey
Roberto's Dance Studio/ Pioneer Club at 209 Jefferson Ave,
Hustle, Bolero
Cha Cha, Fox Trot, Mambo, Merengue, Rumba, Salsa, Swing,
Tango, Viennese Waltz
WCS, Quickstep, Jive, Paso Doble, Argentine Tango, Lindy Hop, Aerobics
201.288.1422, robertohustle@yahoo.com,
Lisa "Sparkles" Paternoster
Long Island, NY
Hustle, Swing, Ballroom & Latin
http://www.LisaSparkles.com
Dance@LisaSparkles.com
(516)241-3179
Dara Patrusky-Donolow
Philadelphia , PA
American Style Ballroom and LatinHustle, WCS and Salsa
610-955-4610
Darapatrusky@aol.com
André Phelps
Upper Darby, PA.
Independent
Hustle & Salsa
610-449-1595
ahpcap@rcn.com
Fred & Tina Price
Cleveland OH
ALL ABOUT DANCIN' DANCE STUDIO
HUSTLE AND WEST COAST SWING
26-288-7923
http://www.fredandtina.com
Ricky Quintana
New York, NY
Fazil's Dance Studio,
743 8th Ave. ( 46th & 47th St.), NY, NY 10036
Hustle, Salsa, Theatre Arts
(917)771-1594
http://www.myspace.com/rickyqdance
rickyq1@hotmail.com
Stephanie Risser
Philadelphia Area (and Suburbs), PA
Hustle, American Rhythm and Smooth, Ballet, International Latin, West
Coast Swing, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Modern
(267) 303-5277
srisserdance@yahoo.com
http://www.stephaniedance.com
Veronica Rocco
Owner/Director/Instructor/Choreographer
Danse Royale Ballroom Dance Studio
6929 Tylersville Rd., Suite 17
West Chester, OH 45060
http://www.danseroyaleballroom.com
Ballroom, Latin, Swing, Salsa, Dancesport
(513)779-0500
Luis & Mary Ann Rosa
Bayside, NY
Starlite Dance Studio, Bronx, NY,
Rhythms & Soul Dance Studio in Levittown, NY, Hustle, Salsa,
Theater Arts
718 352-0578
http://www.latindanceconnection.com
latindanceconnection@yahoo.com
Donna M. Roesel
Hustle, West Coast Swing
Dance Manhattan Dance Studio
39 W 19th St. NY, NY 10011 info@dancemanhattan.com
212--807-0802 - donna@danceisbliss.com
201-475-1208
Gail Rundlett
Boston, MA
Tempo Dance Center
Hustle, Ballroom, Swing, Latin, American & International Styles
617-783-5467, gnrundlett@rcn.com
http://www.tempodancecenter.com
Jaime Serna
Northern NJ
(Roberto's Dance Studio)
HUSTLE
(201)362-5275
jsernadance@aol.com
Julia St. Marie
Las Vegas, NVI
Hustle, Salsa, cha, rumba, american tango, argentine tango
WCS, foxtrot, waltz,
702-355-4663
dancestuff4u@earthlink.net
Gary Ulaner
Los Angeles, CA
Caltech Ballroom Dance Club
Hustle, West Coast Swing, Night Club 2 Step
323-640-0368
ulaner@usc.edu
http://www.its.caltech.edu/~ballroom/
Kimberly Vanaman
Boston, MA
Tempo Dance Center
Hustle Specialist, plus ECS, Am. style Ballroom, and Jazz Dance.
(617)965-4054, jskg-vanaman@att.net,
George Velazquez
Dacula GA
Hustle, and all ballroom dances, Tango Argentino
Since 1973 - George Showstoppers
770-513-1712
Mad Jam - Results and overview
Over 1400 dancers filled one of the largest hotel ballrooms in the DC
Metro area last week. The energy was amazing! Sheraton
Premiere¤™s 400+ guest rooms were entirely taken
over by dancers from every corner of the US and Canada.
The hotel sold out months in advance of the weekend. The adjacent hotel
was also at capacity with the overflow. There were more than 900
contest entries, 39 routine performances, 517 Jack & Jill
contest entries, 186 pro/am couples, 700 breakfast buffets were served
Saturday night. The current world¤™s WCS, Hustle
& Hand Dance champions were all there. An amazing 45 hours of
workshops were presented by 54 national champions. Over 3500 hours of
workshops were attended. You can purchase for $75 the DVD -
includes all the routines and spotlight finals for J&J
& Strictly contests & a video notebook of all
45 workshops. Please find below some of the highlights. For
the complete list of results visit the website. Don't forget,
book your room now for next year: March 5 - 8 2009 http://www.atlanticdancejam.com
Classic Swing
1 Jordan Frisbee & Tatiana Mollmann
2 Christopher Hussey & Katrina Branson
3 Jason Barnes & Erica Berg
Cabaret
1 Kelvin Roche & Lori Ann Greenhouse
2 Eric Novoa & Anna Brady
3 Walter Smith & Peggy Polk
Open Showcase
1 Kelvin Roche & Lori Ann Greenhouse
2 Arjay Centeno & Melissa Rutz
3 Daniel McGee & Ginny Carey
Strictly Swing Open
1 Arjay Centeno & Tatiana Mollmann
2 Jordan Frisbee & Erica Berg
3 Kevin Fitzhugh & Melissa Rutz
Strictly Hustle Novice
1 Patrick Stewart & Anita Giacone
2 Michael Reher & Sarah Jones
3 Genieboy Collins & Janene Setzer
Strictly Hustle Intermediate
1 Jack Ciecka & Mary Keegan
2 Scott Michielli & Elisabeth Craner
3 Shawn Brennan & Nancy Price
Strictly Hustle Open
1 Keith Gussoni & Hazel Ulrich
2 Jameson Kilburn & Ginny Carey
3 Joseph Kerner & Stephanie Risser
DanceTalk * 3-11-08
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Happy birthday wishes to Caren Casper, Alex
Skutza, Silvana Gallagher, Donna DeLuca, Ro
Cataldi, Scott Michielli, Evie Roderer
and Stacy Haber.
The incredible Eddie Vega passed away 16 years ago.
He is hailed as one of the greatest dancers of our era. He is
recognized with the life time achievement award on the Hustle Hall Of
Fame. He is still missed today.
Singer song writer Gregg Diamond passed away 19
years ago. Gregg was the brains behind many groups including Bionic
Boogie and compiled a hit list including: Dance Little Dreamer and
Risky Changes.
Congratulations to dance pro Randy Atlas on his
recent engagement to long time girlfriend Trish Warren.
They met 5 yrs ago at IHSC in Miami. No date has been set
yet, as they are enjoying this next phase of their
relationship.
Mark James is looking for Ballroom couples for
bookings on 6 ships with principle caliber ballroom experience - Cha
Cha, Jive, Quick step, Rumba & any other Latin Discipline. You
must have total command of the stage. Please contact Mark -
dannsirs@yahoo.com
(DVD , Pictures/resumes)
Another reality dance show....buckle your seat belts, "Step
It Up & Dance" premiers on April 3rd, Thursday on
the Bravo network. 12 dancers compete for the top spots.
A new dance venue on Mondays, Hustle & Latin Mix with DJ
Johnny 'O' starting March 31st, from 9-12 at Five Star Dance
Studio in Flushing, NY,11354 See more details below.
Baseball season hasn't even begun but Dave Moldover has already hit one
out of the park. Mad Jam 2008 was off the hook.
Congratulations to all the winners. More details in next weeks
edition.
Don't miss the amateur dance contest this Friday in Long Island at Zachary's.
A total of a thousand dollars in cash and prizes. Call Charlie to pre
register to compete. 516 983 3913. http://www.zacharysny.com/
Mark your calendars, July 4th to the 6th, Disco America
returns to the Crown Plaza Hotel in King Of Prussia Pennsylvania. This
will be the celebration of the 10 year anniversary. More details
coming.
Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff will
be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall Of fame this week. The duo
wrote many hit songs like, "You'll Never Find Another Love Like Mine,"
sung by Lou Rawls, "Love Train" sung by the O'Jays, "Me & Mrs
Jones" sung by Billy Paul, "Aint No Stoppin Us Now" and many more.
Don't forget, next Monday on ABC, the return of "Dancing With
The Stars."
This weeks edition of DanceTalk is sponsored by the Easterns.
Visit the website for all the details and see more information below. http://www.BarryDurand.com
Make it a great week,
Ron
The
Easterns (Washington Dance Challenge)
Twenty-one years and going strong, Barry Durand celebrates the
Easterns, from May 8th to the 11th. Its a great mix of dancing from a
seasoned pro. The annual event is held conveniently at the Hilton
Washington Dulles - 1-800-Hiltons. Make sure you ask for the special
$90 rate (mention Easterns). Dance Champion, Barry Durand has been at
it for three decades. As a former 'Dance Fever' television champion,
Barry has conquered many dance quests, as the publisher of his own
national Dance magazine, he has been organizing dance competitions
bringing dancers together from all over the USA. The
competition has an extensive menu that offers dishes for every
dance appetite. Swing, hustle, country, line dancing, ballroom, plus
more. Always a fun, friendly atmosphere, your enjoy over 40 workshops,
competitions, variety show, a great hotel setting with 2 ballrooms and
the famous lobby dance floor and a talented staff. This years invited
pros includes: Robert & Nicola Royston, Silvana
Gallagher, John Lindo, Billy Marti, Jason Barnes & Erica Berg,
George Garcia, Ken Roesel, Brian Gallagher, Debbie Lynn, Dave
Moldover, Anthony Lee, Kevin Fitzhugh & Tamara Brown, Joyce
Szili, Frank Glowczewskie, Tony & Shawn Nguyen, Lisa &
Christopher Joe Shaupp, Dean & Dawn Garrish, Sam
Arvidson, Mona Arvidson, Barry Durand , Rex
& Rachel Jones, Sam & Denise Miller, John & Dee
Soares, Alan Gaskell, Jeff and Lynn Bartholomew, Sam & Chris
Wetzel Mal & Linda Zerden, Scott Blevins, Guyton Mundy, Brian
Barakauskas, Lil Rob Glover, Pedro Machado, Wild Man Louie St George,
Clive Stevens
Zac Detweiler, Hot Pepper, Rona Kaye, Gail Smith, Rainy Dae, Raymond
Crum, BJ Brown, Louie St. George, DJ Jam, Mike Kelly, Cassie Durand,
Kelly Faust, Bruce Bryant, Sharon Roberts,
Don't delay, its only one month away at the Hilton Washington Dulles
Hotel, .....register now at http://www.DanceEasterns.com,
Events
& Videos: http://www.BarryDurand.com
http://www.MyDanceLesson.com
If you can only get to one event this year, the Easterns has it all.
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Hustle Teacher Directory (part 2 of 3)
DanceTalk® invited all the top Hustle dance teachers
across the country to participate in our annual Hustle directory. With
few exceptions all the teachers have submitted their information for
inclusion. This is the most comprehensive list of hustle instructors in
the USA. (We will publish part 3 next week).
Please copy and save this page for future reference when traveling,
vacationing or pre-planning a visit to a city where your favorite
instructors teach.
Celeste Pfefferle-Gussoni
New Orleans, LA
Club Silhouette Dance Studio, Starlight Ballroom Dance, Ric
Seeling Dance Studio
Hustle, WCS, Salsa, Theater Arts
504-339-9658 hustleneworleans@aol.com
http://www.bigeasydanceclassic.com,
http://www.hustleneworleans.com,
Keith Gussoni
New Orleans, LA
Club Silhouette Dance Studio, Starlight Ballroom Dance, Ric Seeling
Dance Studio
Hustle, WCS, Salsa, Theater Arts
504-220-5560 hustleneworleans@aol.com
http://www.hustleneworleans.com,
http://www.bigeasydanceclassic.com
Debra Hampton
Los Angeles, CA
Salsa, West Coast Swing, Waltz, Rumba, etc. etc.
323 459-6713
N123hustle@aol.com
Divala.com
Rodney Harris
Queens, New York
Hustle,Salsa,Lifts,Ballroom and Latin
347-387-8760
harris8881@aol.com
Gregory Harrison
3819 Vineyard Ave. #35
Pleasanton, CA 94566
gregory@hustledance.com
http://www.hustledance.com
(510) 593-9800 (415) 375-3400 (646) 862-4925 (954)
775-1700
Keith Harrison
NY
Damielles Dance Studio
219 Jamaica Ave Woodhaven, Queens
Salsa and hustle
516/557-6560 Keepitmovin2001@aol.com
Wingo Hom
New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut.
Independent Instructor. Available for: Pro-Am competitions, private
lessons, group classes of any size, social events, and demonstrations.
Hustle, Salsa, Swing, Latin, and Ballroom.917-817-2020
http://WingoAndAngelaDance.com
E-mail WingoStarDancer@aol.com
Marie Izzo
Fort Mill, South Carolina
All the Right Moves (studio owner)
Hustle, American Style Rhythm and Smooth
Studio: (803) 548-4996 Cell: (704)
575-0987
http://www.rightmovesdancestudio.com
rightmoves@comporium.net
Mark James
Long Island & New York City
Hustle, Adagio, NY "2", WCS & Salsa + Rhythm & Smooth
dannsirs@yahoo.com
516.835.9996
http://www.ultimatedancezone.com
Jami Josephson
New York City
HUSTLE, SALSA, LATIN AND BALLROOM
JAMI@LEARN2SALSA.COM TOLL FREE 877-983-2623
http://www.learn2salsa.com
Debra Kee
St. Petersburg Fl.
Instructor, Adjudicator, Choreographer
American style ballroom...Latin, Smooth, Hustle, WCS, Shag, Lindy, and
Salsa
727-865-1225
http://www.Dancedesigner.com
SYNCOPATEDLADY@MSN.COM
Jameson Kilburn
Philadelphia, PA
Top Hat Dance Studio
Hustle, Ballroom, & Latin (215) 676-3100
jameson@tophatdancestudio.com,
http://www.tophatdancestudio.com
Pat Korn
Atlanta, Georgia
Hustle, Swing, Ballroom (Fox Trot, Waltz, Tango, Quickstep, Viennese
Waltz,)
Latin (Cha-Cha, Rhumba, Samba, Mambo, Salsa, Bolero,
Merengue)
Night Club 2-step
404-325-5676 patkorn@mindspring.com
Debbie Lynn
Gaithersburg, Maryland
Hustle, WCS, CW 2-Step, Salsa & Cha Cha
dancewithdebbie@comcast.net
home studio # 240.235.9235 cell # 301.653.9632
http://dcdancenet.com/dancewithdebbie/
Karen Lupo
Long Island & New York City
Hustle, Adagio, NY "2", WCS & Salsa + Rhythm & Smooth
krnlupo@yahoo.com
631-732-1319
http://www.mjames.org/markkaren.html
Miguel Marrero
NewYork/Northern New Jersey
Hustle/Theatre Arts
(917) 312-1757
miguelmarrero1@hotmail.com
http://www.dancehustleonone.com
Bill Marti AKA "PRINCE OF HUSTLE"
Stepping Out Dance Studio/Independent
Hustle, Salsa, hip Hop, Jazz, Theatre Arts
Choreography in all styles
CELL 1-917-496-3667
MORALESMARTI@AOL.COM
Mike Mason
Houston, Texas
Independent Amateur Teacher
Hustle & West Coast Swing
FREE lessons in Houston, TX
danceallnight@bigfoot.com
Angela McCabe
Chester Springs, PA
Private Studio by appointment only
Hustle & Swing
610.662.0404
http://www.WingoAndAngelaDance.com
Daniel McGee
Philadelphia, PA
Top Hat Dance Studio
Hustle and Ballroom
215-676-3100 , daniel@tophatdancestudio.com
Diane K. Nardone
Washington Township, New Jersey
DKN Dance Studio, Hustle, Salsa, Swing, Latin, Ballroom
201 666 6224 Fax: 201 666 7475
Event Director: World Hustle Dance Championships
Email: dkndance@verizon.net
http://www.dkndance.com
Letters to the Editor
Hi Ron:
The 11th Anniversary of IBBG on Tuesday night was a blast! I danced all night and had a great time! I would like to congratulate and thank Doreen for 11 great years of hustle dancing on Long Island. Thanks for giving us a place to go on Tuesday nights, not only for dancing but for camaraderie and friendship as well. No other dance has ever come close!
Marta
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Ron, thank you, The Doctors have ruled out alot of things. There is supposed to be a meeting today or tomorrow with all the Drs. and myself to discuss the discharge and care of my son Anthony. Tell everyone I said hi and thanks.
Luv ya
Lisa Ciao
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Hi Ron,
I wanted to express my gratitude for you remembering and caring on the memory of Ginger's Wish. With our fast paced society it is easy to forget those friends, dancers and loved ones that touched our lives. It is sad to read the loss of so many of our dance friends. Thank you for caring,
Christine - from Delaware
DanceTalk * 3-4-08
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Happy birthday wishes to Yvette Rivera, Randy Atlas,
Michelle Sanchez and Teddy Lopez.
Born 87 years ago, the incomparable, Cyd Charisse, celebrates
her birthday. One of the finest dancers to ever grace the silver
screen. Back in 1952, this dance diva, insured her legs with a
$5-million policy.
He started in the music industry at age 12 performing with his fathers
band " The Bebops" then moved on to The Delfonics, The Ink Spots and
Wilson Pickett. Buddy Miles died this past week. He
Co-founded the legendary Band of Gypsies with Jimi Hendrix and Buddy
later recorded the California Raisins commercials.
DJ Bobby Stinger passed away last week. He was the
man in the booth at Elan's in center city Philadelphia and the 'London
Victory Club'. He was a first class DJ. Please keep his family in your
thoughts and prayers.
Our heartfelt condolences go out to Gregory Harrison
with the loss of his mother Cleo Doris Harrison. She passed away this
past week after years of suffering. Please keep them in your thoughts
and prayers.
Our friends at East Bay Ballroom share the sad news of the passing of Skip
Jones. He was a pillar of the dance community and an
incredible promoter, lover of live music and dance in New England. Skip
founded the Friends of Ballroom Dancing, and gave selflessly to the
community. He will be greatly missed and loved by everyone that had the
honor of knowing him.
One night only, Dance Contest at Zachary's in Long
Island. Next Friday, March 14th. First place wins a cool one thousand
dollars in cash and prizes. The contest is for amateurs only. See more
details below.
It's not to late to take part in the 2008 MadJam,
the weekend is non stop action. With the best dancers, competitors, DJs
and workshops. It starts this Thursday. Visit the website for details. http://www.atlanticdancejam.com/
DJ Fancy has a new e mail address. You can order his
February edition of the top hot new songs. Write to him at
sparda3636@hotmail.com for the best in new dance music and classic
dance songs.
Ken Roesel reports that some local talent has made it thru the first
door. WCS dancer Hannah Wenzel and Hand dancers Deonna
Ball and Marcus Smith are moving onto the
next round in the audition for "So You Think You Can Dance?"
Do you enjoy watching break, Hiphop and creative dancing, check out
Randy Jackson's America's Best Dance Crews every
Thursday at 10PM EST on MTV.
A lot of new songs climbing the charts for spring, Janet
Jackson is back with 'Rock With You' and Vicki
Shepard (best known for covering Broadway songs with a dance
beat) returns with 'I Got A Feelin'
The 2008 Hustle Teacher Directory is here. The 1st
installment of a 3 part listing, is a complete directory of the premier
teachers across the USA. See below.
This weeks edition of DanceTalk® is sponsored by The
Millennium Dance Cruise.
Read all about the maiden voyage below.
Make it a great week,
Ron
NY Hustle Cruise
She throws the best parties in New York, so get ready for the
big one at Sea. Join the lady that brings you Hustle Congress, Lori
Brizzi, for her maiden voyage on June 1st thru the 8th on the Norwegian
Dawn, leaving from...ready for this....New York. It doesn't get much
better then that. The Millennium Dance Cruise is going to be amazing.
As Lori says it best, this is where the Big Apple meets Big Ship. Your
sail to Bermuda on the beautiful Norwegian Dawn. This is a first class
ship from top to bottom including the Statue of Liberty adorning the
hull. Lori has personally sailed on this ship on two different
occasions. It has 12 different restaurants, nine bars and lounges,
fitness center and spa, Broadway Theater, casino, three pools and more.
You can make your own schedule whether it be...taking one of the ships
exciting excursions for adventure on the island, snorkeling in the
coral reefs of Bermuda, sunning yourself on the pink sanded beaches,
renting a moped and taking your own tour of the island relaxing at one
of the many free style bar and lounges, 'working out' in the gyms or
'chilling out' in the spas enjoying the onboard entertainment taking
advantage of our inclusive dance workshops dancing in our very own
discotheque, every night and day. It wouldn't be a party without some
of the talent from the Big Apple coming along. Too keep you dancing,
NYC's favorite deejays DJ's Nelson 'Paradise' Roman, DJ Franklin Ayala
spinning Salsa and Mixed Ballroom, Latin and WCS (we may also get DJ
Bobby Morales onboard to spin if enough are registered although I'm
sure he would be missed at IL Campanello). And to round it out, some of
the top teachers are on the staff including Billy Marti, Bobbi Petri,
Donna Boyle, Doug Hagwood, Franklin Ayala, Jose Solano, Kelvin Roche
& Lori Ann Greenhouse, Lisa 'Sparkles', Walter Perez(Argentine
Tango). The early responses have already been overwhelming. Don't
delay, the rates will be going up and room availability will be
limited. As part of the dance package, there will be a disco party
every day & night. There will be great music to dance to and
cocktail theme parties to get crazy at. This is also a paradise for
golfers. The staff & crew will be on board to keep the sports,
fun and parties going round the clock! PRICES Inside Cabin - Double
Occupancy - $1089 pp, Outside Cabin - Double Occupancy - $1349 pp. This
includes all port charges, taxes, meals, dance package but does not
include onboard charges (drinks & beverages) or gratuities.
Insurance and rates for single and 3rd and 4th in a cabin available.
Fax or mail your deposits and registration forms by March 12, 2008 to
Joan Werner at Valerie Wilson Travel, 475 Park Avenue South, New York,
NY 10016 Fax 212 779-7073 Attn: Joan Werner or email Joanw@vwti.com or
phone 212 592-1208 or call Lori @ 516 728-6101 or email
loribrizzi@aol.com
Don't miss out on this special Millennium Dance Cruise. In New York,
when you don't see eye to eye with someone, you take it outside. To
have fun and celebrate with your best friends you take it to the Sea.
2008 Hustle Teacher Directory (part 1 of 3)
DanceTalk® invited all the top Hustle dance teachers across the
country to participate in our annual Hustle directory. With few
exceptions all the teachers have submitted their information for
inclusion. This is the most comprehensive list of hustle instructors in
the USA. (We will publish part 2 next week).
Please copy and save this page for future reference when traveling,
vacationing or pre-planning a visit to a city where your favorite
instructors teach.
Raul Ante
Brisbane, CA
Steppin Out Productions 830 Stewart Dr. Sunnyvale, CA
bigdaddy-ante@excite.com
415-467-8830 http://www.Hustledanceclub.com - http://www.steppinoutproductions.com
Ava Apple
San Francisco, CA
Hustle, Salsa, Lifts & Drops
415 681 8140, avaapple@hotmail.com, http://www.avaapple.com
Raye Avery
Houston, Texas
Hustle & Salsa
(832) 618-6637
http://www.HustleandSalsaHouston.com
rayeavery@HustleandSalsaHouston.com
Ron Bess
Mt Laurel, NJ
Hustle, adagio, choreography
(856) 234 - 6989
Rowenlb22@aol.com
http://www.mjames.org/ronbess.html
Donna Boyle
PO box 312 Flourtown, Pa 19031
Universal Dancesport center hustle, WCS, salsa, ballroom, Latin
& belly dancing
215 740 3472 donnaboyledisco@aol.com
http://www.discoamerica.com
http://www.donnaboyle.com
Lori Brizzi
NYC, New York
Hustle, Salsa, Ballroom
(516) 728-6101 loribrizzi@aol.com
http://www.loribrizzi.com
http://www.nyhustlecongress.com
Tariq Brown
Brooklyn, NY
Independent
Hustle
hustlestr8@yahoo.com
Carl Charles
Pompano Beach, Florida
Star Ballroom, Hustle, Latin dances, Swing (ECS and WCS)
smooth dances (Fox Trot, American Tango, and Waltz)
(754) 422-0953, carlcharles@carlcharles.com,
http://www.carlcharles.com
Melody L. Cochran
Tarzana, CA
adancindiva@aol.com or Melody@MelodyCochran.com
(818) 395-1120
http://www.MelodyCochran.com
Elizabeth Darchi
New York, NY
Independent
Hustle, Ballroom, Salsa
718-256-6473 darchibeth@yahoo.com
Donna DeSimone
Long Island NY
Hustle, Salsa, WCS, Rumba, Cha Cha, Foxtrot, Waltz, Swing, Samba
J631-399-7171
dancindonna_2000@yahoo.comazz, Tap, Lyric, Ballet
Nino DiGiulio
Chicago, Illinois
May I Have This Dance Inc.
Hustle, WCS, Salsa, Ballroom, Latin, 773-635-3000
info@mayihavethisdance.com http://www.MayIHaveThisDance.com
Barry Durand
Washington, DC
Rendezvous Social Dance & Fitness Club
Hustle, Swing, Latin, Country
301-468-2582 http://www.Dance911.com
Billy Fajardo and Katie Marlow
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
Dancesation, Hustle, Salsa, Cabaret/Theatre Arts, Showdance
http://www.billyandkatie.com,
dancesation@comcast.net
954-358-0168
Chuck Fetta
Hauppauge NY
Independent
chuck@dancin.com http://www.dancin.com
631-348-1753
Robert Finocchio
New York, NY -
Top Hat Dance Studio - Hustle
917-747-5395, robert@finocchio.name, http://www.tophatdancestudio.com
David Flynn
Laurel, Md.
Hustle Style - Sling/Modern
swingandhustle@gmail.com http://www.salsaandhustle.com
301-498-5656 Business Line
Susan Fritz
Kaiser Dancesport, Greenvale, NY (LI)
Smooth Street Ballroom, Great Neck, NY (LI)
WCS, ECS/Lindy, Salsa, Mambo, Cha-cha, Rumba
Samba, Jive, Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, 718.472.2328
genius@susankayfritz.com http://www.susankayfritz.com
Silvana Gallagher
Havertown, Pa
Ladyhustle.com Vai Studio
737 West Chester Pike, suite 3, Havertown, PA 19083
215.815.1219 ladyhustle @aol.com http://www.ladyhustle.com
George Garcia
New Jersey
Hustle, Salsa, WCS, Ballroom, & Latin, Private Lessons,
Group Classes & Workshops, Wedding & Cotillion
george@georgegarciadance.com
201.207.2481 http://www.georgegarciadance.com
Irene Griffin
Houston, TX
Irene@HustleHouston.com
http://www.HustleHouston.com
713-202-2081
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