Rumba Guaguanco Workshop w/ Master Instructor, Kati Hernandez in LA - Tues. Oct 16th

A very SPECIAL 2 hrs Rumba Workshop with LIVE MUSIC accompaniment. Featuring the amazing virtuoso percussionist Khalil Cummings. Men & Ladies will come together for this special Intensive focusing on RUMBA GUAGUANCO.  We will be working on Body movement and musicality drills and transitions between steps. When and how to fusion with Afro-Cuban elements. Ways of executing and blocking the Vacunao. Nuances to help you bring more authenticity to the dance floor. Entwine with history and cultural aspects to help you understand this complex yet beautiful Cuban dance.  Not to be missed! See you on the dance floor!

Here are the details:

WHAT: Rumba Guaguanco dance training with Kati Hernandez, Master Afro-Cuban Instructor in LA

WHEN:  TUESDAY, OCT. 16TH @ 7:30pm - 9:30pm

WHERE:  SOHO DANCE LA - 1618 Cotner St., Los Angeles, CA

COST: $30 PrePaid (via Venmo: Kati-Hernandez); $35 Drop-in

Omo Ache's Afro-Cuban Music & Dance Party!!! - Sat. Oct 20th

WHAT:  Omo Aché celebrates 20 years of AFRO-CUBAN culture here in San Diego!

What better way to commemorate our mission to preserve & perform this heritage than sharing it with you!  

Join us for this party featuring Live Drumming & Dance Performances by Omo Aché 

as well as former company members & Special Guests as they showcase Afro-Cuban Folklore from Orisha, Congo & Franco-Haitian traditions! 

Enjoy a traditional RUMBA! And a wide-Open DANCE floor for all of the Casineros 

& Ruedas de Casino when we jam to the best Cuban dance music!

RAFFLES - Including 2 Tickets to see Maykel Blanco y su Salsa Mayor

in concert at the 2018 SD Cuban Dance Congress!

*Cuban Food & Drinks will be available for purchase. 

All Ages

Admission: $15

Cash Only

Children 12 & Under are FREE!

WHEN:  Saturday, Oct. 20th

7pm -11pm

WHERE: Centro Cultural de la Raza

2004 Park Blvd. SD. 92101

Info: omoachecubanculture.org OR Ph# (619) 520-8353

CURUYE's DOUBLE ANNIVERSARY CUBAN SALSA TIMBA DANCE PARTY! - Sun. Oct 14th

CURUYE's ANNIVERSARY CUBAN SALSA TIMBA DANCE PARTY!
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 14, 5:00-10:00 pm
The GRANADA, 17 South First Street, Alhambra 91801

PA' GOZAR Y CELEBRAR! COME DANCE & CELEBRATE CURUYE’s DOUBLE ANNIVERSARY CUBAN DANCE PARTY- 15 YEARS of CURUYE.COM, and 9 YEARS of CUBAN DANCE PARTIES in L.A.! SITARA SON led by Master LÁZARO GALARRAGA will lead a set of LIVE MUSIC at 7:15 PM.  DEEJAY WARAPO will be keeping the energy up with the latest and hottest CUBAN DANCE MUSIC! An evening of CUBAN SALSA! SON! TIMBA! REGGAETÓN! RUMBA! RUEDAS! RAFFLES! GIFTS!  CELEBRATION!

MARTIZA BAÍDA will be back by popular demand to teach a 5:30 PM RUEDA de CASINO class!

We’ll also be celebrating OCTOBER BIRTHDAYS! So message Curuye if you’d like to have your name on the cake!. 

FOR THE OCCASION, WEAR YOUR CURUYE TEE SHIRTS! HATS! (& you’ll get an extra raffle ticket!)

You’ll want to fuel up with some of Chef Israel’s tasty offerings from his varied menu! If you're coming in a group, message Curuye if you'd like to reserve a table.

ALL AGES WELCOME! $12 cover includes dance class! 

The GRANADA’s MAIN BALLROOM, 17 South First Street, Alhambra 91801. FREE PARKING in structure across the street!

TELL ONE! TELL ALL! LET's DANCE & CELEBRATE!

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Noche Havana - World Dance Festival a Palomar College - Fri. Oct 19th

Join Palomar College Dance Department for the 21st Anniversary celebration of the Afro-Cuban/Brazilian Drum and Dance Ensemble, Agogo and the World Drum and Dance Program.  Founded and directed by Patriceann Mead.  An evening of live Cuban/Brazilian music and dance, features Kimba Light, a fabulous Salsa band. Includes open dance floor.

Here are the details:

WHAT:  An evening of live Cuban/Brazilian music and dance, features Kimba Light, a fabulous Salsa band. Includes open dance floor.

WHEN: Friday, October 19, 2018         

              Doors open at 7:00pm

              Salsa Dance class with Patriceann Mead at 7:30pm

WHERE: Palomar College Performing Arts - Studio Theatre

1140 W Mission Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069

COST: $15 General Public

            $10 College Students - purchase your tickets online here

GRAND OPENING: Havana in Hollywood Dance Party - Friday, Oct 5th

GRAND OPENING of Havana in Hollywood Featuring DJ Warapo & Kati Hernandez! We will have awesome Cuban-style line dances throughout the night and also have great Cuban Music vibes. Don't miss this awesome event! 

Here are the details:

WHAT: Cuban Dance Party bring Havana to Hollywood 

WHEN: Friday, October 5, 2018 9pm-2am

WHERE: Station 1640 - 1640 N Cahuenga Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028

COST: They will have a *FREE GUEST LIST*
Please send names to DJ Warapo or Kati Hernandez before FRIDAY!

Cachito Y su Son Plays Bella Vista Social Club & Caffe - Thurs. Oct 4th

Cachito y Su Son brings you a deluxe lineup for this event. Don't miss this out!

Here are the details:

WHAT: Live Cuban Son music by Cachito y Su Son - Dancing Meet -Up

WHEN: Thursday, October 4, 2018 5:30pm-7:45pm

WHERE: Bella Vista Social Club & Caffe: 2880 Torrey Pines Scenic Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037

COST:  Free but please buy some coffee or food. (Kid-friendly)

1st Annual Changui Festival in Los Angeles - Sat. Oct. 6th

Here are the details:
WHAT: 1st Annual Changüí Festival
WHEN: Saturday, October 6 @ 3:00PM
WHERE: The Debonair Cigar Lounge - 6908, 1111 South La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90019
COST: General Admissions Tickets are $35 Click here to purchase  

INCLUDES LIVE MUSIC BY CHANGÜÍ MAJADERO FEAT. JOSE ANDRES "EL SINSONTE" & LOS HERMANOS ARANGO

TICKET OPTIONS:

LECHÓN ASADO TICKET $45: https://bit.ly/lechonasado_changuifest
Lechón Asado ticket includes - General Admission, 1 food dish by Cienfuegos Cuban Cafe & 1 drink.

FORBIDDEN FRUIT TICKETS $65 (Limited): https://bit.ly/forbiddenfruit_changuifest
Forbidden Fruit tickets includes: General Admission & 1 complimentary Qban Cigar (Cohiba Esplendidos, Partagas, or Romeo y Julieta) imported directly from the forbidden island.

CHANGÜÍ VIP TICKETS $100 (Limited): https://bit.ly/vip_changuifestival
Changüí VIP tickets includes: General Admission, 1 VIP Parking, Access to VIP canopy/shaded area with chairs, 2 drinks, 1 cigar (Debonair cigar, NOT CUBAN) & 1 food dish by Cienfuegos Cuban Cafe.

HIGH ROLLERS PLATINUM $1,000 (Limited): https://bit.ly/hirollersplatinum_changuifest
High Rollers Platinum $1,000 includes: 5 General Admission, 1 VIP Parking, Access to your own canopy/shaded area with chairs, 1 complimentary BOX of Qban Cohiba Esplendidos (25 in a box), 1 complimentary bottle of imported Havana Club (cups & ice included), 5 food dishes by Cienfuegos Cuban Cafe, & 5 drink tickets. Please email info@changuimajadero or call (619)730-8180 to purchase the HighRollersPlatinum ticket at $1,000. If you buy the ticket online you will have to pay an extra processing fee of $30.

Cuban Rumba Workshops in San Diego with Juan Carlos Blanco & Freila Merencio - Thurs-Sun Oct 11th-14th

Here are the details:
WHAT: Experience a Cuban Rumba Dance Workshop here in San Diego! 'La Rumba' is the epitome of Cuban Dance and the precursor to 'Son', This important rhythm is the basis for a lot of Cuban dance. It is the original fusion of African & Spanish cultural heritage as you will see, feel and hear in this workshop! Learn various genres of Rumba including Guaguanco, Yambu & Columbia with professional Cuban dancers. Learn authentic movement, styling and technique accompanied by Live Cuban Percussion for a truly authentic experience. Workshop classes are appropriate for all levels - from 'never tried it & curious' to 'I love me some Rumba'. No experience needed; only a desire to dance & learn! Que viva la rumba!

WHERE : Stage 7 School of Dance - 3980 30th Street, San Diego, CA. 92104

WHEN: 

            THURSDAY 11th - 7:15pm - 8:45pm, Guaguancó I
            FRIDAY 12th - 7:15pm - 8:45pm, Guagancó II
            SATURDAY 13th - 3:30pm - 5:00pm, Columbia
            SUNDAY 14th - 1:00pm - 2:00pm, Rumba Trio: Guaguancó, Columbia & Yambú
                                        2:00pm - 3:00pm, Rumba Percussion
**Guagancó I & II do NOT represent levels (ex: beginner nor intermediate). Rather, each day will cover different aspects of Guaguancó. In addition to learning various movements, you will also connect to a specific African ethnic influence on each day (Guaguancó I will connect the Bantú influence and Guaguancó II will highlight the Yoruba influence)

PARKING: Located in the heart of North Park,STAGE 7 has only street parking available. Therefore, it is highly recommended that you arrive early and give yourself time for parking. Don't have time or feel like searching for parking? There is an Ace Parking Structure 1 block away from the studio, located at 3829 29th Street (Btwn University Ave. & North Park Way). Their daytime rate is $1/1hr with a daily max of $5; Their evening rate is a flat rate of $5.

Omo Ashe 20th Anniversary Celebration in San Diego

WHEN: Saturday, OCT. 20th 7pm - 11pm
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WHERE: Centro Cultural de la Raza
2004 Park Blvd. San Diego, CA. 92101

WHAT: Omo Aché celebrates 20 years of performing & preserving Afro-Cuban Music, Dance & Culture! Featuring Live Afro-Cuban Dance Performances & Percussion, Traditional Rumba & Dance Party featuring the best Cuban dance music!

COST: Admission: $15 (Cash only) All Ages, Family-friendly Event!

Direct from Cuba: Mixael Cabrera Exclusive Concert - Sat. Oct. 27th

ATTENTION - ATTENTION - ATTENTION

WE ARE PROUD TO PRESENT MIXAEL CABRERA, EXCLUSIVE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA PERFORMANCE AT THE SAN DIEGO INTERNATIONAL CUBAN CONGRESS PROMOTING HIS 2018 ALBUM - ORIG3N. Click this link to see his Facebook page

"Soy de la nueva generación de músicos cubanos que defiende nuestra cultura y tradición ." ~Mixael Cabrera. 

YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS THIS AMAZING CONCERT!

Be sure to LIKE our Facebook pages as we will be posting latest happenings and information to keep you up to date on the Congress. View our Facebook page.

Here are the details:

WHAT: Direct from Cuba - Concert feat. Mixael Cabrera 

WHEN: Saturday, October 27th 11pm-1am

WHERE: Town & Country Resort and Convention Center - Golden Pacific Ballroom

500 Hotel Cir N, San Diego, CA 92108

COST: $40.00 plus $5.00 processing fee if purchased online OR $50 at the Door

Direct from Cuba - Maykel Blanco y Su Salsa Mayor Exclusive Concert - Fri. Oct 26th

Asho Productions & Ritmo Cubano Events LLC Present:

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MAYKEL BLANCO Y SU SALSA MAYOR

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Join us for a night full of Cuban salsa from one of Cuba's best dance bands, Maykel Blanco y Su Salsa Mayor. They will also be promoting their new album "Que Tiene Que Te Mueve"! If you love high energy Latin music, especially from Cuba, then YOU want to attend this upcoming show in San Diego. Tickets are $40 online, or $50 at door day of event.

Maykel Blanco is one of the most talented musicians in Cuba today. An excellent percussionist and pianist, he is also a talented composer and producer, and he is the director of one of the hottest bands on the Timba scene: Maykel Blanco y Su Salsa Mayor.
*Follow them on FB at:
https://www.facebook.com/maykelblancosalsamayor/
*Follow them on IG at: @maykelblanco
*Website: http://www.maykelblanco.com/

Here are the details:

WHAT: Cuban Salsa Orquestra Concert with Maykel Blanco Y Su Salsa Mayor

WHEN: Friday, October 26, 2018 11pm-2am

WHERE: Town & Country Resort & Convention Center  - Golden Pacific Ballroom

500 Hotel Cir N, San Diego, CA 92108

COST: $40 + $5 process fee online or $50 at the door. You can contact Maritza Baida for tickets - $40 (no processing fee) cash only or Venmo - Please contact her first at (206)300-4523.