SONS OF CUBA, an award winning feature documentary, was released at the ICA in London on 18th March and in arthouse cinemas nationwide from 30th March. The project has been a labour of love for young director Andrew Lang who spent a year living in Cuba in order to gain unprecedented access to the legendary Havana Boxing Academy, the state institution that breeds future boxing champions for the island that has dominated Olympic medals in the sport for the last few decades. SONS OF CUBA follows the stories of three young hopefuls through 8 dramatic months of training and education as they prepare for the biggest event of their lives so far: Cuba’s National Boxing Championship for Under-12s. But during the season, crisis strikes: Fidel Castro is taken ill and all of Cuba’s Olympic boxing champions defect to the USA. As the championship draws closer, the Cuba that the boys have been taught to believe in is at an historic crossroads. There’s more information on our website www.sonsofcuba.com, but just to give you some highlights, it’s been described in the press as: Affecting & entertaining. It has all the makings of an arthouse hit" Hollywood Reporter "A gem of a picture" Empire "Strikingly intimate" Time Out "A truly top notch documentary" Eye for Film
We’re still recovering from the March Rumbon Cubano’s astonishing rumba party, but wanted to let you know early that the next El Rumbon Cubano on 11th April will be a very special night as we’ll be celebrating our SECOND anniversary! Please make a note in your diary to come down and help us make it a party to remember.Doors open 7pm, dance class 7.30-8.30pm. Live band, plus DJ and dancing until 2am. Dance the night away to live music from the dynamic full-of-flavour Cuban band Son Mas, featuring the inimitable Yuri Moreno! DJ Javier will also be keeping the dance floor cooking - Cuban style! Enjoy dance classes with the very talented Yanet Fuentes! Free anniversary compilation CD for the first 100 paying people through the door! And more surprises - join us to celebrate on this VERY special night!
Come and add some flavour to your salsa in our regular dance class taught by Yanet Fuentes - salsa champion and star of BBC1's So You Think You Can Dance, 7.30-8.30pm Afro-Cuban and Rumba applied to Salsa (all levels) Dance class £10 including entry to the rest of El Rumbon Cubano
Register online for discount admission - £7 (excluding dance class)On the door £10 The Rumbon takes place at our regular West End venue: Nueva Costa Dorada47-55 Hanway StreetLondonW1T 1UX PUBLIC TRANSPORT: Tube -Tottenham Court Rd – Central/Northern linesBuses – 29,24,134,73,38,55,25,98,390,10,7,8
Delicious Spanish food available until midnight. Bar open until 2am
Hello Again,
(Lots of news this week, so please excuse the multiple emails!)The Fairtrade Foundation is in the process of planning an event for World Fair Trade Day (details below) and are currently looking for high quality performance groups who are interested in coming along to perform on our large covered stage in 20 - 45 minute slots throughout the weekend. The event will allow them access to a great audience and there are no fees required to use our stage.This is an unpaid opportunity. The 2010 Fairtrade Festival on World Fair Trade Day Background and Programme for the day: World Fair Trade Day is a global festival of Fair Trade with events organized across 70 countries. More information on the global event can be found by visiting the World Fair Trade Day 2010 website http://www.worldfai rtradeday10. org/. Our event will be Fairtrade fun for everyone! There will be the opportunity to experience everything Fairtrade: food, music, film, entertainment, games and free samples from Fairtrade companies. There will also be loads for kids to do, including football themed games, children’s author Tom Palmer, a video link with children in Ghana, performance workshops and free chocolate. Dates / Times: Friday 7 May 5pm-9.30pm Saturday 8 May 11am-9.30pm Sunday 9 May 11am-5pm Venue: Potters Field on the South Bank What next? Please contact Esther McDonald(esther.mcdonald@ fairtrade. org.uk) as soon as possible and by Friday 26 March at the latest to let her know whether you would like to be considered for participation. Good luck!
Hi beauties and handsomes A short email to let you know that we are now collecting £125 deposit for our Cultural holiday to CUBA on the 4th of August for an unforgettable 13 nights/14 days. Our brief programme, prices and terms and conditions have now been finalised. We are very happy to answer any of your questions and are looking forward to this trip. Please let me know if you are interested in this holiday and would like more information. I guarantee you that it will be a unique and unforgettable time of your Life . Stop dreaming and pack your suitcase, book the cultural experience of a life time with the Cuban School of Arts-----------------------------------Please check prices below Cultural Holidays with The Cuban School of Arts- Summer 2010
Name: Cuba seen thru the eyes of an artist- Live the experience- breath CUBA!
Creator – Damarys Farres - Cuban School of Arts Assistant- Wojtek Mach Travel Agency– Hola Caribe part of Gazelle Travel ATOL 4067 protected
· Price is per person, based on two people sharing (a single room supplement is available at just £300 for the entire trip) and includes all accommodation, flights, tourist card, booking fee, breakfast, transfers from and to airport, trips outside Havana, 15 hours of a mixture class tuition & more
Summer holidays – 4th August to 17th August (2 weeks – 13nights) - Prices - £1,399- VIP (For students taking current courses with the Cuban School of Arts) Available until 18th April - £1,449 – Early bird discount – available until 9th May - £1,499- after 9th May - £125 - Deposit (non refundable) - £300 – Single supplement
For those of you who have been missing our Rumbon Cubano Cuban children's parties, here is information from Culture Proof - the brand new Cuban children's entertainment company. Don't miss their day of Latin-American dance workshops plus live performance on Saturday 24th April - details below, please contact Leximan on 07943 996679 for more information and to book your child's place. Carlos and OlwenCubacheche
Culture Proof! The brand New Cuban Children’s entertainment company is proud to introduce for the first time in the UK An amazing line up of Latin-American Dance workshop
Saturday 24th April at St Martin’s Church, Mortimer Road, Kensal Green, NW10 5SN
For Children aged 5 to 12 years old With the best qualified Cuban’s and Latin-American tutors And will run from11.30am - 4.30pm
The line up is as follows:
- Brazilian Capueira - Afro- Cuban Dance - Street dance & Disco - Afro- Cuban Drumming 1 day pass including all workshops, refreshments and live performance will cost £20 per child. Alternatively workshops will be at a cost of £7 per class.
* Play area for younger siblings * Face Painting for all £2 More info on 07943 996679 - Leximan
Dear Music Lovers, Art Lovers and Caring Individuals
We wanted to send you details of a really worthwhile event we thought you might be interested in. It is not one of Cubacheche's events but if you read on you will see it features music by Cuban classical guitarist Ahmed Dickinson and includes photographic images of Cuba by James Sparshatt........
A few weeks ago gallery owner James Sparshatt of 3 Bedfordbury in Covent Garden, received a very moving email from a friend who had just returned from a mission to deliver aid to Haiti (see below). He wanted to help but had no idea how. After chatting it over with with a number of fellow gallerists and artists he decided to hold a special evening in the gallery to support long term aid in Haiti.
Many artists have generously provided work for the event, including renowned painter David Cottingham, BP shortlisted artist Beka Smith, multi award winning photographer David Zimmerman and other artists in collaboration with a number of international galleries.
For entertainment the wonderful virtuoso classical guitarist, Ahmed Dickinson from Cuba will be performing with soprano Sofie Almroth. There will also be an auction of donated works with a special guest auctioneer. You will also learn more about the work of the International Medical Corps and the special challenges in Haiti.
Please see below an invitation to attend the Gallery for what will be a really fine evening, with all proceeds from ticket sales and the auction, as well as a percentage of any artwork sold going to an extremely worthy cause.
We know the notice is short, but please do try to go along if you're free and know that you'll be contributing in some way to help alleviate the continuing challenges being faced in Haiti.
There are only a few tickets left for the event which is on Thursday 25th March, so if you are able to and would like to attend please let the organisers know as soon as possible. The tickets are £25 each. (If you would really like to come the gallery can consider donations for the tickets if the event is not sold out.) Your invitation ia attached.
TWO OF THE ART WORKS AVAILABLE ON THE EVENING
FULL DETAILS Fundraising event in aid of the IMC (International Medical Corps) and their outstanding work in Haiti following the appalling earthquake there in January.
Location: 3 Bedfordbury Gallery, in Covent Garden on Thursday 25th March Time: 6 - 9.30 pm Beneficiary - Haitian earthquake relief and long term development organised by IMC (see below) Evening will include: ¨ Musical performance by classical guitarist Ahmed Dickinson and opera singer Sofie Almroth ¨ Drinks reception ¨ Auction of donated artworks ¨ Raffle of prizes including dinner for two at the exclusive Adam Street Private Members Club, and dinner for two at Floridita ¨ Words of thanks by Peter Medway of IMC ¨ Exhibition of paintings, drawings, prints, photographs with a % of proceeds donated to the charity. Ticket price £25 in advance - payable by credit card or cheque For enquires and tickets please contact ANGELA Email: angela@capitalculture.eu Tel: 07798 610977JAMESEmail: james@capitalculture.euTel: 020 3268 2184
This is the email that inspired James to do something...........
Dear James I got back late on Sunday night. It was one of the more difficult trips I have done. I took a cargo plane out of Miami filled with essential medicine and equipment with the guys I work with on The Darfur Project. We distributed it throughout the mobile clinics with the help of International Medical Corps who are also our partners in Darfur. I still can't really explain how bad the vibe was... just the smell of death and suffering everywhere. There are still bodies stacked up like firewood, arms and legs hanging out of bits of rubble .... it really was the apocalypse. I went to one of the refugee camps which used to be a golf course... thirty thousand people just living under bits of sheets and sticks. But when we arrived with the medicine they all lined up really peacefully and then prayed in song before anyone was treated.... it was a sight to behold. Many miracles amongst all the pain.
Brief Summary of the IMC
International Medical Corps is a global, humanitarian, non-profit organisation dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through healthcare training and relief and development programmes.
International Medical Corps' mission is to make a long-term improvement to the health of the world's most vulnerable people.
Haiti International Medical Corps were on the ground in Haiti within 23 hours of the earthquake, saving lives and treating survivors.
Yet even in the thick of emergency response, International Medical Corps is laying the foundation for long-term recovery and self-reliance in Haiti.
· International Medical Corps' long-term recovery effort will prioritise working in partnership with the government and people of Haiti to rebuild medical infrastructure and to fill the gaps left by the death and displacement of health care workers. · Within days of arriving in Port-Au-Prince, International Medical Corps recruited a team of Haitian medical students who are learning to provide emergency care from our qualified staff. · In the communities outside the capital, International Medical Corps is training nurses to conduct more advanced wound care and treatment. · We will build the capacity of remaining health workers in critical areas such as maternal health, HIV/AIDS, nutrition, and mental health and psychosocial support as well as pharmacy management, sanitation and hygiene, and emergency response.
This kind of training and programming is so much more than relief. It lays the foundation for sustainable change and saves lives for years to come, helping Haiti recover from this devastating earthquake and emerge even stronger and self-reliant than before.
Feedback33 is a Professional Dancers' Mentoring Forum set up by Sheron Wray
An opportunity to take part in various dance techniques with teachers from around the globe. It is a chance to gain insights into the passions, challenges, and experiences of various artists and teachers.
Venue: The London Studio Centre, 42-50 York Way (adjacent to Lincoln Lounge), London N1 9AB
Contemporary African workshop with Aminata Kone, Thursday 18 March 2010, 7.30-9.00pm.
In this session, Aminata will deliver a Contemporary African dance workshop that explores and expresses traditional Malian and Senegalese dance fused with contemporary dance forms. Participants will gain an understanding of West African dance techniques and rhythms within a contemporary framework.
Cost: £5 full / £3 concessions: students; unemployed-dance professionals* [ID/proof of status required]. * This concession is open only to individuals currently between contracts who dance professionally, and for whom dance is their primary source of income. If you would like to check if you qualify for this concession, please contact us on the email or phone number below.
To book a place on this workshop, please email Paula Allen: p_j_allen@hotmail.com or phone: 07792 236583.
FEEDBACK33 TEACHER'S BIOGRAPHY
Aminata Kone: dancing since the age of 6, freelance dance artist Aminata Kone was born in Paris , France . Trained in France at Théâtre de Movement à Lyon, l’Ecole de Musique à Lyon, and CND (Centre de National de Dance à Lyon); and in Guadelope with l'Academie de Danse à Guadelope, Aminata has performed with numerous companies throughout Europe and Africa including the Ballet Khodia (Ivory Coast), Majumbe (France), Yellen (Mali) and Sabar Horzions (France). And has worked with renowned choreographers including Germaine Acogny, Doudou N'diaye Rose Jr, and Mamadou Diallo. Currently, Aminata is specialising in delivering African dance classes and workshops to adults and children, throughout London .
Feedback33 Dancers' Mentoring Forum: “Let's celebrate our differences by coming together” Greetings!Dundunkini brings you another inspirational African dance workshop, with three exceptional artists from Adzido and Irie! Dance Theatre. Mo and Judith (dance) and Charles (drums),we will be turning our attention to East and South Africa, and teching traditional dance styles from these regions.MO is an exceptional performer with over 30 years experience in African Dance. Hailing from the Caribbean "Spice" island nation of Grenada, her experience spans continents including the Americas, Europe and Africa. A former Adzido member, she has traveled and trained throughout the African continent and has vast knowledge of dance forms from North, South, West and East Africa. Judith, a native of Jamaica, has been a teacher of African dance since 1986; also a former member of Adzido, Judith joined IRIE! As African dance lecturer and Diploma Course Co-ordinator in 2001. She has taught both nationally and internationally and continues to teach on a freelance basis.These two gifted women will be accompanied by Master Drummer Charles James of Jamaica (Irie Dance and Adzido). Expect another DundunKini fun-filled and educational event!This is a mixed ability class.PLEASE NOTE WE NEED AT LEAST TEN PAID-UP ADVANCE BOOKINGS IN ORDER TO HOLD THS EVENT.SO PLEASE SUPPORT THE CAUSE AND SEND YOUR PAYMENT BY 12TH APRIL £15 FEE. ALL PAYMENTS TO BE MADE IN ADVANCE. Email dundunkini@gmail. com to make your payment. Or pay £17 on the day.Saturday April 17th2-4.pm Address:Emerald 22 Beadon RoadHammersmithLondon W6 0DATube: Hammersmith, on the Hammersmith and City line.
Nobody can go back and start a new beginning, but anyone can start today and make a new ending!
Salsa Self Assessment with Orquesta Estelar Dear Salsa Learners, here is your opportunity to come and anylize yourself to the beats of salsa with our live Orchestra on Wednesday 31st March. See if you really are dancing to the music rhythmically and examine whether your dance steps and body movements are in tune with the instruments for those interested in dancing to the music rather than just moving. Salsa Classes* as usual from 7pm! Club from 8.30pm till late £5 Only
Wednesday 31st March @ The Cuban City Point, 1 Ropemaker Street EC2Y 9AW *Please note the class will cost £10 Also in the City: Salsa classes every Monday @ Firefly Bar Classes from 6.45pm for all levels
IRIE! Dance theatre is delighted to present another FLOW - Family Open Learning Weekend - Saturday 27 March, 12 noon until 5:00pm and Sunday 28 March, 12 noon until 5:00pm.FLOW is all about family members coming together to learn about African and Caribbean dance, music and culture in a fun-filled and relaxed atmosphere. There will be a variety of workshops including: ~ Story-telling ~ African Dance ~ Caribbean Dance Fusion ~ Mask-making ~ Drumming and Percussion Story-telling The story-telling workshops will be taught by one of IRIE!'s master musicians - Zozo Shuaibu. These workshops will be highly interactive. Be prepared to sing and dance and play percussion instruments as Zozo shares stories from African and the Caribbean – some of which he wrote himself. African Dance The African Dance classes will be taught by Charles Maema who is a very experienced dance tutor from South Africa. In addition to teaching a regular African Dance class for IRIE! on Friday evenings, Charles also teaches on the company's Dance Foundation Degree course and for Kingston University. Mask-Making The mask-making workshops will be taught by Carlton Garcia, a highly experienced international costume designer. Carlton has worked with carnival groups in the UK, the Caribbean and designed costumes for the Atlanta Olympics. After decorating their masks children will be able to learn a short dance piece which they’ll be able to showcase to their parents wearing their own decorated masks and headdresses. Drumming and Percussion These workshops will be taught by Zozo Shuaibu and or Charles James. Charles is a versatile and dynamic drummer and percussionist who works in both traditional Caribbean and African music. Zozo plays a variety of musical instruments and as well as being a long-standing member of IRIE! dance theatre is founder of Kuzari Music Company where Kuzari means energy and enthusiasm. In this workshop you’ll learn basic African rhythms while learning to keep time so you can to play as a group. IRIEAdults Dance Project IRIEAdults is the name given to a special 10-week dance project for adults. The women who participated in this initial project will be sharing the piece they collectively created at FLOW. In fact their performance will close each day's events. Traditional Sunday Caribbean Lunch On the Sunday you also have the opportunity to join IRIE! for a traditional Caribbean Sunday lunch. There is an extra fee for this. So as you can see there's something for every family member to take part in so register now and book the workshops you’d like to take part in as places for the workshops will go quickly. If you have any questions at all simply contact IRIE!: Tel: 020 8691 6099 Email: info@iriedancetheatre.org
The Association of Dance of the African Diaspora (ADAD) seeks an enthusiastic, creative and self-motivated Programme Coordinator to manage a range of new initiatives in Yorkshire . Reporting to the ADAD Director, you will be responsible for planning and executing events, including the regional tour of ADAD’s historic photographic exhibition –‘Black Dance’ in Britain – 1930s to 1990s: Moments. You will also be responsible for developing regional partnerships and coordinating professional development activities. The ideal candidate will be passionate about dance with a strong track record of project/event management in the arts; excellent communication skills and experience working with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds. This is a fixed term 18-month contract, which will include some evening and weekend work. Job shares will be considered. Please direct any inquiries regarding the post to jeanette_adad@danceuk.org. To apply, please email your CV and a covering letter to Jeanette Bain-Burnett no later than Wednesday April 7th at 5:00 p.m. Interviews will take place in Leeds during the week starting April 12th.
Jeanette Bain-Burnett ADAD Director
The Association of Dance of the African Diaspora The Urdang Old Finsbury Town Hall Rosebery Avenue London EC1R 4QT
Feedback33 is a Professional Dancers' Mentoring Forum set up by Sheron Wray
An opportunity to take part in various dance techniques with teachers from around the globe. It is a chance to gain insights into the passions, challenges, and experiences of various artists and teachers.
Venue: The London Studio Centre, 42-50 York Way (adjacent to Lincoln Lounge), London N1 9AB
Caribbean Modern workshop with Khadija Johnson, Thursday 18 March 2010, 7.30-9.00pm.
Utilising Graham core technique to assist in the creation of body shapes, Khadija will be delivering a Caribbean Modern class in which participants will explore various Caribbean folk movements.
Cost: £5 full / £3 concessions: students; unemployed-dance professionals* [ID/proof of status required]. * This concession is open only to individuals currently between contracts who dance professionally, and for whom dance is their primary source of income. If you would like to check if you qualify for this concession, please contact us on the email or phone number below.
To book a place on this workshop, please email Paula Allen: p_j_allen@hotmail. com or phone: 07792 236583.
FEEDBACK33 TEACHER'S BIOGRAPHY Khadija Johnson: is a trained professional dancer, teacher and choreographer. Born in Jamaica , Khadija grew up in Copenhagen but returned to Jamaica to further her dance education and training. After graduating with honours from the Edna Manley College - Department of Dance in Kingston , Khadija went on to dance with the National Dance Theatre Company of Jamaica . Since relocating to London , she has taught numerous dance classes/workshops at a variety of studios including Stepz Dance Studio and The Basement. In addition, Khadija has also choreographed several dance pieces for Lunacy, her own theatrical production, which premiered at Jacksons Lane Theatre in August 2009.
Feedback33 Dancers' Mentoring Forum: “Let's celebrate our differences by coming together
It is a great pleasure to invite you all to come and enjoy a great night with my live act NATEMA + DJ Gringo da Parada @ Favela Chic, this Thursday, 18/03/10. NATEMA: a blend of extremes of electronic music with Brazilian typical beats. A fusion of computers and synths with guitar, bass guitar and roots percussion such as berimbau, pandeiro, cuica... DJ Gringo da Parada: a kaleidoscope of the purest tradition and the best of cutting edge Brazilian music *** Don't forget to text names to 07780552176 by Wednesday to join our £3 guest list *** Favela Chic: 91-93 Great Eastern Street, EC2A 3HZ - Old Street station Check the promotional video for this great night on youtube and join our event on facebook http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8cF_ai0_8Us http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=345996250955&ref=mf See you there! Pedro Campolina percussion / capoeira www.natema.com www.londoncapoeira.co.uk +44 7780552176
This spring, UK dance fans are in for a treat as the dazzling Danza Contemporanea de Cuba makes its UK debut. World famous, but rarely seen outside of Cuba, Danza Contemporanea de Cuba celebrates its 50th anniversary with its first ever major UK tour throughout February and March 2010. The dance group consists of an electrifying mix of contemporary, classical and Caribbean dance styles and is one of the most exciting, modern groups around.
Danza Contemporanea, as a Cuban dance troop, are supported by Havana Cultura; (http://www.havana-cultura.com/); a global art initiative from Cuban rum, Havana Club. The initiative provides a window on contemporary Cuban culture and was developed to give the spirit of Havana a global voice. The aim of the project is to give modern Cuban artists a unique platform to showcase their work, energy and passion internationally. Exclusive behind the scenes footage of the group can be found on the Havana Cultura site: http://www.havana-cultura.com/EN/performing-art/danza-contemporanea-de-cuba/contemporanean-cuban-dance.html#/733.
The eight venue tour will see Danza Contemporanea de Cuba collaborating with leading international choreographers Mats Ek, Rafael Bonachela, Jan Linkens and will include two UK premieres. With a compulsory curriculum in contemporary dance for children aged 10 upwards, Cuba today produces some of the world’s finest contemporary dancers. They are schooled in a technique that mixes Graham and Afro-Caribbean methods to produce a movement that is strong, fluid and technically excellent. Along with this technique Danza Contemporanea de Cuba’s work reflects the Cuban way of life, with sensual, mystical dance that is performed from the heart.
Havana Cultura, as an initiative, encourages people to explore this unique talent, vibrancy and modernity that the country has to offer. It is the first of its kind to profile artists from all disciplines, from musicians to writers raising awareness of contemporary art and culture of the city of Havana, as well as the richness of Cuban culture.
For their first major UK tour, Danza Contemporanea de Cuba will present two programmes. Programmes A and B will feature the UK premiere of Mambo 3XXI, by young Danza Contemporanea de Cuba principal George Cespedes, which will include an electronic mambo soundtrack by progressive Cuban electro group Nacional Electrónica (http://www.havana-cultura.com/EN/cuban-music/nacional-electronica/new-wave-musical-experimentation-from-cuba.html#/1923). Mambo 3XXI had its world premiere in Havana in December 2009.
Programme A will also feature Rafael Bonachela’s Demo-N/Crazy, which was conceived as a result of an exchange initiated by Assis Carreiro of DanceEast in 2007. The piece is set to Latin music by Julia Wolf, and is inspired by the intimacy that Bonachela observed between the Cuban dancers. Folia by former Dutch National Ballet choreographer Jan Linkens completes Programme A.
Programme B will showcase Mambo 3XXI, and in addition will include the UK premiere of Casi Casa, by Mats Ek, former Artistic Director of Cullberg Ballet and former choreographer with Nederlands Dans Theater, Hamburg Ballet and Paris Opéra Ballet.
During all press nights, authentic Cuban cocktails will be on offer courtesy of Cuban rum, Havana Club. Havana Club will host the main bar and provide the ultimate setting to an evening of the finest Cuban culture and dance.
19-20 Mar Sadler’s Wells, London Programme B www.sadlerswells.com / 0844 412 4322
There will be a post-show Q&A after each First Night
Danza Contemporanea de Cuba Contemporary dance is a relatively recent development in Cuba, beginning in 1959 when Ramiro Guerra founded the Conjunto Nacional de Danza Moderna (National Modern Dance Group). Guerra, who had danced with Martha Graham's company in New York, moulded the Conjunto's repertoire into a uniquely Cuban blend of modern American theatre, Afro-Caribbean dance styles and classical European ballet.
The company's name eventually changed to Danza Contemporanea de Cuba. Today it counts 60 dancers drawn from the Escuela Nacional de Arte, Cuba's national art school. A number of dancers from Danza Contemporanea de Cuba have gone on to form their own smaller, experimental companies after dancing with the company.
Currently under the direction of Miguel Iglesias, Danza Contemporanea de Cuba is severely restricted with regards to its available budget and resources, but has nevertheless managed to undergo a small number of tours in the Americas, Europe, Asia and Africa, and counts more than 70 works in its repertoire.
About Havana Club Havana Club has kept alive the art of ageing and blending premium rums, thus ensuring the heritage and excellence of the Cuban rum-making tradition. The range starts from the younger Havana Club rums - say, Añejo Blanco or 3 Años, you then proceed up the ladder: Añejo Especial, 7 Años, Cuban Barrel Proof and finish with Añejo 15 Años or perhaps even Maximo Extra Añejo. Each of the rum’s has its own roles, the focus in the UK currently is on the more popular Especial and 7 Años products. · Añejo Blanco – The youngest of Havana Club’s aged rums. It reflects Cuba’s expertise at making light, white rums, whilst ‘anejo’ highlights to the natural ageing process common to all Havana Club rums. · Añejo 3 Años - Is the ideal ingredient for all premium cocktails, such as the Cuban Daiquiri as served at the the legendary Floridita in Havana. It is the result of blending aged and aromatic sugarcane aguardientes with extra light sugarcane ditillates to produce a selection of young rums. · Añejo Especial – Apremium golden rum, combining the lightness of white rums and the robust aroma of dark rums. Especial is a versatile golden rum seen as the perfect base for classic Cuban cocktails such as the Cuba Libre and the Mojito. · Añejo 7 Años – Embodies Cuban rum-making excellence and is recognized as one of the best aged rums in the world, It can be enjoyed neat, with ice, or served in a truly indulgent Cuba Libre. · Cuban Barrel Proof – A unique concept in rum, bottled straight from the barrel at 45 ABV, skillfully combining the lightness and smoothness of a delicate classic sipping rum with the intensity and complexity of carefully aged rums. It was awarded a gold medal at the IWSC 2006 in London. · Añejo 15 Años – The result of the natural ageing process charachteristic of Havana Club, best served neat as befits a great classic aged rum.Máximo Extra Añejo – Is handcrafted from rare extra-aged rums, enshrined within an elegant crystal decanter showcasing its ultra-premium positioning.
About Havana Cultura Havana Cultura’s hub is a sophisticated, interactive website: http://www.havana-cultura.com/. This features mini-documentaries of over 30 artists – with two new artists profiled each month – and gives users an original and exciting way to explore Havana itself with a ; My Havana’ section dedicated to the city.
About Pernod Ricard Pernod Ricard UK is part of the Pernod Ricard Group, co-leader of the global wines and spirits industry. Globally, Pernod Ricard now represents 91 million cases of spirits and 25 million cases of wine, and owns 19 of the world’s top 100 brands. Pernod Ricard UK has identified the following key brands in the UK market: ABSOLUT, Campo Viejo, Chivas Regal, G.H. Mumm, Havana Club, Jacob’s Creek, Jameson, Malibu, Martell, Montana, Pernod, Perrier-Jouët and The Glenlivet. Pernod Ricard UK is a member of The Portman Group promoting responsible drinking. http://www.drinkaware.co.uk/
CALL FOR PAPERS: Re: Generations - International Perspectives on Dance of the African Diaspora
November 5th- 6th, 2010 London Metropolitan University
Re: Generations - International Perspectives on Dance of the African Diaspora will bring together dance artists and academics to invigorate current and emergent research, debate and practice in the field of 'dance of the African Diaspora'.
Hosted at London Metropolitan University, this ground-breaking conference will be delivered by the Association of Dance of the African Diaspora (ADAD), State of Emergency Productions and IRIE! dance theatre. The key-note address, Researching Performance: The (Black) Dancing Body as a Measure of Culture, will be delivered by Brenda Dixon-Gottschild, Professor Emeritus (Dance Studies), Temple University, Philadelphia.
The conference partners invite submissions of abstracts of no more than 500 words for talks, lecture demonstrations, performances, films, classes, or other modes of presentation, which explore current practice in the field of dance of the African Diaspora. Submissions with a focus on practice-based research are of particular interest. Please clearly indicate the nature and length of your presentation (e.g. 10-minute talk, 50-minute dance performance etc.)
The conference proceedings will be documented, edited and published to add to the knowledge available to those interested in studying in this field.
Re:Generations will give UK-based academics and artists in the field of 'dance of the African Diaspora' a platform alongside their International counterparts, in order to stimulate new developments in the field.
The aims of the conference are to:
1. Disseminate current International research in the field of 'dance of the African Diaspora' from the perspectives of dance studies (including dance history) and cultural studies.
2. Explore and stimulate research, documentation and new approaches to teaching in the field.
3. Examine discourses that will inform future practice in the field of dance of the African Diaspora, including questions around definition and terminology.
The deadline for submissions is 5 p.m. on Monday April 12th, 2010. Submissions will be accepted by email only. Please direct emails to info@adad.org.uk, including ‘Re:Generations’ in the subject line.
About the Re:Generations partners
Established in 1985, IRIE! dance theatre is Britain’s leading dance company working in the field of African and Caribbean dance fusion and education. The company delivers and sustains a range of creative, educational and artistic activities, based on the stimuli derived from Africa and the Caribbean. IRIE! promotes culture and diversity through training, outreach, performance and partnership. Located in the heart of South East London the company occupies the Moonshot centre, which houses dance studios, teaching rooms & archive and library facilities; where it continues to run and develop accredited qualifications, research programmes, community engagement and professional development for the dance sector.
The company has provided employment, training, support and mentoring for a significant number of professionals working in dance as well as related cultural industries. IRIE!’s collaborations have spanned across the UK and internationally. Current programmes include a partnership with City & Islington College (FE) and London Metropolitan University (HE) delivering a Dance Foundation Degree, where African and Caribbean dance & culture are taught equally alongside ballet and contemporary dance. ADAD is a national organisation that supports the practice and appreciation of dance of the African Diaspora. We want dance of the African Diaspora to be visible and valued as part of the British cultural experience. For the past 15 years, ADAD has supported artists through investing in their professional development and raising the profile of their work. ADAD’s flagship programme is Trailblazers, an annual fellowship scheme which provides four artists with a £2,000 bursary and a tailored development programme. The Trailblazers have had an exponential impact on the development of dance of the African Diaspora in the UK, creating new initiatives in performance, education and professional development. ADAD’s Heritage project, which was created with the support of the Heritage Lottery Fund has made a distinctive contribution to collecting, conserving, interpreting and narrating the history and heritage that informs the work of Black dancers in contemporary Britain. It is made up of two components a touring photographic exhibition, ‘Black Dance’ in Britain: 1930s-1990s – Moments, and a book, Voicing Black Dance: 1930's to 1990's - The British Experience. Launched in October 2006 the exhibition has toured to London, Leicester, Birmingham and Bristol, and continues to tour nationally and internationally. In 2010/11, ADAD is extending its national reach through a new concentrated programme of work in Yorkshire, UK. State of Emergency is an Arts Production and Management Company committed to the support, development and profiling of Black choreographers and their work nationally and internationally. Known as ‘the independent voice of Black dance’, State of Emergency is at the forefront in its field and pursues its vision through the driving force of its acclaimed ‘ Mission Programme’, which is a unique umbrella of high quality performances, showcases, tours, conferences, festivals, artists’ training and professional development. Since 1986, State of Emergency has provided development opportunities for hundreds of performing artists in the fields of dance and music. The company has a proven track record in developing talent and is proud of its associations with some of the leading names in the contemporary arts scene. Current projects include ‘The Jingle Dress’ - a national tour of children’s work and ‘Desert Crossings’ - an international touring collaboration with South African choreographer, Gregory Maqoma. SOE are also currently undertaking extensive research into the black choreographic sector in order to support, develop and nurture both existing and emerging talent and to respond effectively to their needs. London Metropolitan University is one of the foremost providers of undergraduate, postgraduate, professional and vocational education and training in Britain. It offers an exciting range of programmes in performance related disciplines, including a BA Honours in Performing Arts, which focuses on dance and theatre practice that is at the cutting edge of contemporary performance, and gives students the opportunity to work with leading international practitioners and to perform and produce work in professional London venues and as part of international festivals. Students on the BA Honours (joint) in Theatre Studies explore the ethical and political significance of diverse performance forms and have the opportunity to apply theories to practical performance work. The newly designed PG Certificate in Performance Innovations supports performing arts practitioners who have a skill base in dance, theatre, music or live art in developing and sustaining independent career paths by providing vocational skills and new understandings responding to the 21st Century themes of Enterprise, Technology and Diversity.London Met is also home to The Facility, a ground breaking centre for performance as research. It was established in 2005 to commission, inspire, develop, investigate, support, challenge, disseminate and archive performance as research. It provides a creative an organisational structure for artists and researchers to draw upon and operate within. Over the past five years we have hosted a variety of international, national and local conferences, symposiums, seminars and events. We have supported a range of researchers working in the fields of dance, theatre, music, applied performance and live art. The Facility builds on the excellent practice at London Met and makes links with the industry.
Hi my beauties
Thank you very much for all your support with our courses and Salsa con Wodka! parties and for nominating our school in the 2009 awards from Salsa Central. Please read this newsletter carefully. Muchos besos
1- Prizes & raffle winner!
Our Havana Rakatan prize winners for students who supported as, and for their commitment to our courses are: Elisabeth Torje & Sara Storer - Please contact us asap for more information about the 4th of March performance. We know you will enjoy this wonderful night!
Our raffle winner to see Van Van on the 20th of March is Monika Kutek . Please contact us directly asap for more information.
2- CUBAN SCHOOL OF ARTS Courses UPDATES - We have spaces left in our Ladies Styling courses - 110% CUBANA- Authenticity & Sabor!!! We have a special offer if you would like to attend the rest of course (5 weeks) or drop in. Please contact us if you are interested
Teachers for this course are- Damarys Farres & Daymee Venue: The Urdang Academy , The Old Finsbury Town Hall , Rosebery Avenue , London EC1R 4RP Time: 8-9pm
-Spaces left in our GET it RIGHT! dance courses at The Place. - 4 weeks to go in Afro-Cuban taught by Miguel Gonzales (a new addition to our Cuban School of Arts teachers) and Reggaeton with charistmatic David Please contact us asap if you are interested Time: Afro-Cuban - 6-7.05pm Reggaeton- 7.10-8.10pm Venue: The Place, 17 Duke Road, London WC1H 9PY
Our next GET it RIGHT dance course is due to commence on the 12th of June, so please benefit with the current courses.
3-Events by the CUBAN SCHOOL OF ARTS
- Next SALSA CON WODKA!- with Live Salsa Band- Promoting Cuban Dance & Music beyond!!! is on Friday 12th March- this time celebrating Mother's Day . We are amazed and very grateful for your support, feedback and athmosphere.
SALSEROS- Don't miss this Cuban Party celebration with Live Salsa band- HABANANEW! an exhilarating and passionate Cuban band plus beginners Salsa class, line ups, surprises, animation, Great Drink value & more ......HEAT & Cuban athmosphere guaranteed!
Price- £8 (whole night) Discount applies for advance booking as well as for group booking Venue: JazzCafe POSK, 238-246 King St , London W6 0R Tubes: Hammersmith or Ravenscourt Park Free parking close to the venue Los esperamos! - You are all welcome!!! See what you missed - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gJ4Dm7yC16I -------------- -The Cuban School of Arts is going Charity to help Haiti on May 2010
We are organising a FUND RAISER EVENT to rase money to help Haiti recover after the disaster and loss that the devastating Earthquake on 12 January 2010 caused. 'The Haiti government estimates that one million people have been severely affected by the earthquake and more than 200,000 people have died. Hundreds of thousands are in urgent need of assistance.'
The earthquake, reported to be the worst quake to strike the country in 200 years. We understand that every penny counts and we hope you can join us and help us to raise as much money as possible during the weekend of the 8-9 of May. Please make a space in your diary on the 8-9 of May for this event.
Profits from this event to be send to Haiti More information to be send in the next couple of weeks
-------------------- - The Cuban School of Arts is going to Cuba this Summer 2010. CUBA Seeing through the eyes of an artist!- Please let me know if you are interested in our August holidays to Cuba . Please note that our holidays are UNIQUE- CULTURAL holidays, as our amazing Island has lots to offer. You would have a flexible programme were Dancing, Music, Spanish and other classes are included. Looking forwards to hearing from you and get prepared for an AMAZING &... summer a LO Cubano with The Cuban School of Arts!!!
Further information to come in the next couple of weeks ------------------------------ 4-Event OFFER
- Cuban School of Arts/ London Salsa Scene Offer: 1/2 Price Tickets to Havana Rakatan!- Don't miss this opportunity as this is their last week in London
Havana Rakatan - one of Sadler's Wells' most popular shows - returns to the Peacock Theatre, Portugal Street, Holborn, WC2A 2HT for a red hot fourth season from Thursday 4th February - Saturday 6th March. SAVE YOUR DOSH WITH OUR AMAZING HALF PRICE TICKET OFFER! Get 50 per cent off* top two price tickets (normally £40 & £35) on all Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday performances! To book, call 0844 412 4322 and quote "Salsa Offer" or log onto: http://www.sadlerswells.com/ and enter promo code pcdsalsa when prompted. * Subject to allocation availability. Not available retrospectively or in conjunction with any other offer. £2.20 transaction fee applies to telephone bookings, £1.50 online.
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MONTHLY 2 HOUR CUBAN SALSA BOOTCAMP FOR MEN & WOMEN, on Sunday 21st March will cover Men and Women Styling” with respected Cuban Dance Instructors in the UK .
Da Salsa Room have put together a series of monthly 2 hour BOOT CAMP style salsa workshops for Men and Women who are serious about developing their dance through Cuban Salsa. Come and join us once a month on a Sunday at Bridge Park Community Leisure Centre, Brentfield, Harrow Road, London, NW10 0RG in Brent to undertake what we are now calling it some Cuban Salsa Boot Camp Training as the 2 hour workshops are aimed at ladies and men who are at either Intermediates or Advanced level as these 2 hour intense workshop are designed to brush up some of those techniques you may or may not have learnt over the year(s).
Please contact the Salsa Room if you are interested.
--------------------- - Van Van concert at The Roundhouse, London on Saturday 20 March. Doors 8.30pm . I'll be supporting this great group (after my course Get it Right in Afro & Reggaeton) as I do every year. Hope you do the same as they need all our support. More info below
The Roundhouse London Saturday 20 March. Doors 8.30pm
Ticket price £25.00.
Cuba 's biggest, funkiest dance orchestra returns direct from Havana to the Roundhouse following 2009's storming sold out show. Van Van will be supported and followed by sets with the finest Cuban music DJ’s Rich, Dr Jim, DJ Javier; playing for the dancers.
For more information and tickets sales please check
- Cuban School of Arts organises a group for Festival Cubano in Cracow Poland 30.04-03.05.2010 .
* 4 festival days * 12 Cuban artists * 5 Cuban music concerts (* TIRSO DUARTE * SON D'EL INDIO ** PEDRITO CALVO JR & LEO-D * CALLE REAL!!! * JOSE TORRES Y SALSA TROPICAL )* 4 Cuban fiestas with shows* 60 workshops in 5 workshop rooms *Yanek Revilla's team "Casino.Com" will teach and perform their new show in Cracow
As we know well the organisers, if we gather 13 people we get around 10% cheaper full passes.
This festival anyway is one of the cheapest in Europe , also offers plenty of workshops ( Sat-Monday ) and very good instructors.
Please contact us to get more details or to sign in --------------------------------
- UK -CUBAN SALSA FESTIVAL in Bournemouth - Latest News! This exciting 3-day event takes place on 30 April - 03 May 2010 at the historic Pavilion Ballroom in Bournemouth , one of the UK ’s top tourist and seaside destinations. One of the most beautifullBallroom in the UK , 1053m2, Beautiful maple hardwood sprung dance floor with 900 peoples capacity.
FEATURING: Over 35 hours of daytime dance workshops with some of the very best Cuban Salsa teachers in Europe, 3 spectacular late night Salsa Parties featuring music and shows by Europe's hottest Cuban Salsa performers and DJs, loads of Havana Club Rum plus a live concert by a top Cuban band, this is the nearest you will get to Cuba in the UK!For further information please check and contact http://www.salsafest.co.uk/ enrique@salsaexplosion.com 07969 63370
Thanks for reading and remember whatever you do - Don't stop dancing & smile Besos Damarys Farres (The Cuban School of Arts & UK Cuban Salsa Champion) BA Hons Dance Studies, UKA qualified teacher & ADAD & UK-Dance member+ 44 (0) 7788 110421 Cubanschool_arts@yahoo.com http://www.cubanschool.co.uk/
Contemporary African dance meets Yoga in a dialogue of movement, dance and meditation set within a supportive framework of health and wellbeing
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It started with Lambada, then zouk,zouklove, soulzouk, zoukrevolution, now London has it's own variation of this wonderfuldance;Lyrical Zouk. Lambada zouk danced with sensuality, poise,connectionwith your partner, allowing combinations to emerge organicallythroughout the dance; Experience this new wonderful style every...... weekat The Inn On The Green.Inn on the Green a unique experienceInn On The Green is the only Lambada Zouk Class of it's kind inLondon. This is not aclass where one learns a move a week, it's a class where we look atelements that make up the dance and try to work on them in order tobe a stronger dancer. A well structured warm up, using elements ofcontemporary, Jazz, footwork drills, partner work,musicality exercises, choreography work, the toughest and ultimatelythe most rewarding class around.Take Your Dance to the Next levelClass starts 7:30of class only Three pounds ( for beginners and improvers)Inn On The Green3_5 Thorpe CloseLadbroke GroveW10 5XL..Lyrical Zouk Every Monday
Feedback33 is a Professional Dancers' Mentoring Forum set up by Sheron Wray
An opportunity to take part in various dance techniques with teachers from around the globe. It is a chance to gain insights into the passions, challenges, and experiences of various artists and teachers.
Venue: The London Studio Centre, 42-50 York Way (adjacent to Lincoln Lounge), London N1 9AB
Choreographic workshop with Makiko Fukuda, Thursday 11 March 2010, 7.30-9.00pm.
In this session, former West End dancer Makiko will deliver a workshop based on choreography from the hit musical, The Lion King.
Cost: £5 full / £3 concessions: students; unemployed-dance professionals* [ID/proof of status required]. * This concession is open only to individuals currently between contracts who dance professionally, and for whom dance is their primary source of income. If you would like to check if you qualify for this concession, please contact us on the email or phone number below.
To book a place on this workshop, please email Paula Allen: p_j_allen@hotmail. com or phone: 07792 236583.
FEEDBACK33 TEACHER'S BIOGRAPHY Makiko Fukuda: a native of Japan , Makiko is a dancer-teacher with over 25 years of experience. Trained at Oh–I Seiko Ballet School, Japan and at the Royal Academy of Dance, London , Makiko has performed extensively internationally appearing numerous productions including The King and I, Evita, Kiss Me Kate and The Lion King. A passionate, patient and versatile teacher whose knowledge and experience spans ballet jazz, contemporary, musical theatre and Pilates, Makiko is currently focusing on teaching commitments having recently ended a four year performance run with The Lion King in the West End.
NEWSFLASH!!! First 50 paying people through the door at El Rumbon Cubano this Sunday will receive a special El Rumbon Cubano CD compilation from Oriente Star Sound. A magnificent mix of more than 20 of the best Cuban tracks around, selected and mixed by DJ Green Papi.
Sunday 14th March 2010 ~ 7 pm-late RUMBA PARTY ~ Noche de Rumba
Join us for an exceptional El Rumbon Cubano in March when we’ll be going back to our roots with a rumba special. Cubacheche launched this unique Cuban event nearly two years ago, with an amazing performance by one of the few bands in London playing authentic Cuban Rumba. Over the months we’ve had many requests to bring on the rumba again, so... Dilanga will be doing just that on March 14th - accompanied by five talented and exciting Rumba dancers: Ariel Rios Robert, Ileana Cachon, Hannah Bates, Melissa Blanco and Jose Ramon.
Show starts 9 – 10pm From 7.30-8.30 pm ~ there’s a Rumba dance class with the talented dancer and star of BBC1’s SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE – Yanet Fuentes, together with master of rumba, Ariel Rios Robert. All levels welcome.Dance class £10, including entry to the rest of the Rumbon Cubano - tickets on the door or on Ticketweb. All this in the unique setting of El Rumbon Cubano with Cuban DJ Javier la Rosa playing the latest sounds from Cuba! What better way to start the week than soaking up the luscious Cuban atmosphere and dancing into the early hours. You can now buy your ticket in advance with Ticketweb £10 on the door (including dance class) £7 in advance - via website registration or Facebook RSVP (excluding dance class) £6 in advance via Ticketweb (excluding dance class) £5 BEFORE 8.30 pm (excluding dance class) Nueva Costa Dorada47-55 Hanway StreetLondon W1T 1UX(nearest tube Tottenham Court Rd)Delicious Spanish and Cuban food available till late, plus great cocktails and well priced bar. Make a note of the dates for the Rumbon in 2010 – from March the Rumbon will take place on the second Sunday of every month 11th April9th May13th June11th July8th August12th September10th October14th November12th December
Just over two weeks to go until the next El Rumbon Cubano! Sunday 14th March 2010 ~ 7 pm-late RUMBA PARTY ~ Noche de Rumba
Join us for an exceptional El Rumbon Cubano in March when we’ll be going back to our roots with a rumba special. Cubacheche launched this unique Cuban event nearly two years ago, with an amazing performance by one of the few bands in London playing authentic Cuban Rumba. Over the months we’ve had many requests to bring on the rumba again, so... Dilanga will be doing just that on March 14th - accompanied by five talented and exciting Rumba dancers: Ariel Rios Robert, Ileana Cachon, Hannah Bates, Melissa Blanco and Jose Ramon.
Show starts 9 – 10pm From 7.30-8.30 pm ~ there’s a Rumba dance class with the talented dancer and star of BBC1’s SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE – Yanet Fuentes, together with master of rumba, Ariel Rios Robert. All levels welcome.Dance class £10, including entry to the rest of the Rumbon Cubano - tickets on the door or on Ticketweb. All this in the unique setting of El Rumbon Cubano with Cuban DJ Javier la Rosa playing the latest sounds from Cuba! What better way to start the week than soaking up the luscious Cuban atmosphere and dancing into the early hours. You can now buy your ticket in advance with Ticketweb £10 on the door (including dance class) £7 in advance - via website registration or Facebook RSVP (excluding dance class) £6 in advance via Ticketweb (excluding dance class) £5 BEFORE 8.30 pm (excluding dance class) Nueva Costa Dorada47-55 Hanway StreetLondon W1T 1UX(nearest tube Tottenham Court Rd)Delicious Spanish and Cuban food available till late, plus great cocktails and well priced bar. Make a note of the dates for the Rumbon in 2010 – from March the Rumbon will take place on the second Sunday of every month 11th April9th May13th June11th July8th August12th September10th October14th November12th December Sponsors of El Rumbon CubanoWe would like thank our sponsors Hola Caribe and Air Europa for their support of El Rumbon Cubano.Visit their websites for great deals on fares to Cuba and elsewhere.
Any plans for this Wednesday 03/03/10? I'll play samba de gafieira at Guanabara with top accordionist Chico Chagas and the band Gafieira Brasil and it would be nice to see you there!! Come earlier for a free samba de gafieira class (8.15pm) Guanabara: Parker Street corner with Drury Lane - Holborn or Covent Garden station. Free entry b4 9pm / £5 after See you! Pedro Campolina percussion / capoeira www.londoncapoeira.co.uk www.natema.com +44 7780552176
