SUNDAY 15th AUGUST – LOS VAN VAN CONCERT & AFTER PARTY!!!

LOS VAN VAN CONCERT at the Opera House
Sunday 15th August, 7pm
Known as “the Rolling Stones of Latin music”, the 16 piece Los Van Van is the biggest name in the world of Cuban dance bands. They have produced over 30 albums including 5 of the most important timba albums of all time, picking up a Grammy in 2000 for best Salsa album. No music fan should miss this chance to witness the legend! www.sydneyoperahouse.com.au

LOS VAN VAN AFTER PARTY “Havana de Noche” at The Basement

Eric TURRO, one the most celebrated Cuban presenters in Havana, will be hosting ‘Havana de Noche’ for the first time in Sydney.

‘Havana de Noche’ will transport you to the ‘Cafe Cantante’, the super prestigious live music place in Havana! This artistic project was created by Turro in 1997 to divulge the art, culture, history and traditions of contemporary Cuba, transporting you to the beautiful island in true Cuban style!

The EVENT features - Club Havana Band 'La Bomba de Sydney' plus DJS AV EL CUBANO & DWIGHT CHOCOLATE ESCOBAR

‘Havana de Noche’ will be THE OFFICIAL AFTER PARTY OF LOS VAN VAN.

www.thebasement.com.au

CUBAN DANCE WORKSHOPS with ERIC TURRO MARTINEZ & His Partner Chantal

Sunday 15th August, 2 – 5pm 2pm SON – Open Level 3pm CUBAN SALSA - Intermediate 4pm CUBAN SALSA – Advanced Famous Cuban dancer, performer & artistic director Eric Turro is very well known around the world as the main dancer performing with 'The Bar at Buena Vista' show. Now living in Australia and touring with the Los Van Van concert, Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn from the best, Eric & his beautiful partner Chantal. Bookings are essential to guarantee your place. Bound to fill up so don’t miss out!

Sydney's Premier Live Latin Music & Dance Event NOCHE DE FUEGO – Sat 29th May, 9pm - 3am Featuring MI TIERRA Bachata CD Launch playing tracks from their latest album Mi Medicina Amateur & Professional DANCE PERFORMANCES by: Modus Vivendi, Bachateros, Picante Latin Dance, SalsaVibes, Ruedisima & More ... LATIN DJS Mani, Vicco, Mambo G & Av el Cubano 3 Dance Rooms with Salsa, Bachata, Zouk & More Venue: Manning Bar, University of Sydney (enter off Parramatta Rd) Tickets: $20 pre-sold, $28 at the door Available directly through Picante Latin Dance or online: Online payment has now closed. Tickets are still avaialble at the door. Proudly Sponsored by: Sydney International Bachata Festival Presented by: Picante Latin Dance, Ruedisima & Salsavibes

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CLUB ZOUK! - Saturday May 1st 2010 Sydney's premier French-Caribbean party returns French ZOUK Dance Class with Sky Blue & Exziles Dorvil Learn to dance the real Zouk. A passionate & romantic style of dance & music originating from the french - Caribbean islands of Guadeloupe, Martinique & Haiti. An elegant and exciting close partner dance with lots of flavour! When: 9pm - 10pm Sat 1st May at Melt Bar, 12 Kellet St, Kings Cross Cost: $15 (includes entry to the Club night!) Info & Bookings: Sky 0413 146 889    www.clubzoukoz.com

SYDNEY INTERNATIONAL BACHATA FESTIVAL 23rd – 25th APRIL

Bachata and Latin Dance dancers from Australia and the world; this event is for you! Come and experience an amazing, inspiring weekend. After 2 successful years we can not wait to inspire you all with more Bachata love this year at the 3rd Annual event. The 2010 event will host International dancers Ataca & La Alemena, Jorge & Leslie and Serena Cuevas. It will also feature the BIGGEST BACHATA CONCERT in Australia, presenting JIMMY BAUER and PROPHEX live! The festival focuses on celebrating Bachata, a sexy and sensual partner dance from the Dominican Republic and includes other popular Latin Rhythms like Salsa, Merengue, Zouk and Kizomba. The Bachata Festival comprises of 2 days and 3 nights of Latin Dance Workshops, World-Class Performances, Prestigious Parties and an urban Bachata concert! We look forward to seeing you on the Anzac Day Weekend, 23th to the 25th of April 2010. www.bachatafestival.com.au

Club ZOUK! - Sat March 13th 2010, 10pm - late Sydney's premier French-Caribbean party returns After an amazing re-opening in Feb 2010 , we are back! Une nuit de zouk, compa, kizomba et plus... Dj's: Mani, Nick Toth, Exiles and Lord Gee Venue: Middlebar (Kinsela's) 383 Bourke St, Darlinghurst Entry: $10 / 18+ ID req'd !!!BE ON THE PICANTE DOOR LIST TO RECEIVE A CLUBZOUK CD!!! www.clubzoukoz.com www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=309436933425

FIESTA PICANTE - FREE Picante Social Night - Wed 17th Feb

We invite you to socialise, have fun, meet new people & practise all the moves you've been learning! We also want to dance with you!
This is a night dedicated to you, our loyal students & your friends.
Please join in the fun with us. We will be there to host you.

When: Wed 17th Feb (then every 6 weks onwards throughout the year)
Time: After our regular classes, From 8.30pm   Entry: Free
Venue: La Cita, 9 Lime St, King St Wharf

LEVE HAITI - Lift Up Haiti - Sun 14th Feb Fundraiser for Haitian earthquake. Sydney's music community come together in support of Oxfam's Haitian earthquake appeal. Artist's include Picante Latin Dance, Cuban Salsa Raices Negras, Live Afro Cuban & Afro Peruvian rhythms Modus Vivendi, Haitian Vocal Group, All Star Reggae Band featuring Gervis Koffi, Pat Powell & 10-yr old prodigy Yannick Koffi along with many other Latin, African & Reggae act's! Venue: Enmore Theatre, 130 Enmore Rd, Newtown Time: 4pm - 11pm Tickets Adults $20, Kids under 15 $10 Tickets: www.ticketek.com.au All proceeds being donated to Oxfam

Sydney Bachata Festival presents BAILE VALENTINO - Sat 13th Feb Live Bachata Band "Mi Tierra" Soulful Harp tunes by "Victor Valdes" Quality Performances & a Sexy Showdown! Djs Mani, Mambo G, Allan & Av el Cubano 2 Dance areas with Bachata, Salsa, Zouk & more An elegant evening, dress to impress. Time: 7pm Intimate Party, Canapés & Champagne $35 Booking essential, Limited numbers. 9pm - 2am Open Party $25 Venue: Illuminate Bar & Grill - University Hall, Glebe Pt Rd Tickets online: www.bachatafestival.com.au Sky: 0413146 889 Juan: 0421448780 Nestor: 0424618137

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WARRIORS OF BRAZIL - Theatre Royal - January 19 to 23, 2010

EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNT OFFER - On Offer til 24th Dec.
Buy before Christmas & receive up to $30 discount! Great gift idea.

Hit of the 2009 Edinburgh Festival featuring performers from "City of God" “PACKED WITH MUSCLE, BACKFLIPS, BLISTERING SAMBA BEATS. A BIG HUNK OF UPBEAT BRAZILIAN SOUL." The Scotsman

Warriors of Brazil are heading downunder for the very first time. Direct from the favelas of Salvador, the world masters of Capoeira leap, flip, kick & spin at breathtaking speed. With the stunning singers, dancers and musicians of Rhythm Carnival, Brazil's hottest samba band.

To book tickets at this special $49.90 price,
follow this ticket link:
http://premier.ticketek.com.au/ppredirect.aspx?pp=QSAMB&sh=WARRIORS10
or call 1300 795 012 and quote code word SAMBA.

www.warriorsofbrazil.com

Become a Warriors of Brazil fan on Facebook!
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Warriors-of-Brazil/338464150494

Offer expires Thursday 24 December, 11.59pm.
* Offer for first two performances only. Saving varies according to performance purchased.

NOCHE DE FUEGO - Special Xmas Edition - Sat 12th Dec Sydney's Premier Live Latin Music & Dance Event	View..
Theme: White and Silver. Dress to Impress!!! Live band SON VENENO, DJS Mani, Amit, Clement & WillieSabor! 3 Dance Rooms,Great performances and much more. Come celebrate the end of the year with us, don't miss out!
Time: 9pm til 3am   Venue: Manning Bar, Sydney University Cost: $25 pre sold, $32 at the door. Tickets: Available now through Picante   Info: 0413 146 889

4th Annual BYRON LATIN FIESTA
6th to 8th November 2009, Byron Bay, Australia

3 Nights & 2 Days of Latin Dance Workshops & Parties with International,
National & Local teachers & performers, Live Bands & Djs.
All this & more at the gorgeous north coast region of Byron Bay!

And, this year the event in going International!!!! Confirmed Artist include:

CARLOS CINTA (USA), famous for his unique Bachata style and ALFONSO RIOS (Peru, NZ) renowned for his percussion and musicality. Other featured artists from Australia & NZ include: Latin Fire (NZ), Modus Vivendi (Syd), Bachateros (Syd), Cuban Dance Academy (Melb), Picante Latin Dance (Syd), Groove Brazil (Bris), Armand de Saint Salvy (Syd) and more to come! In Addition live band CHUKALE "Australia's hottest Afro Cuban Salsa ensemble" will headline the main party along with some fine Latin Djs.

If you're interested to become a Sponsor or Supporter please contact us: 0413 146 889
For more info about the event check: www.byronlatinfiesta.com

EARLY BIRD PASSESS
Now On Sale - Only available til 1st of September so don't miss out.
www.byronlatinfiesta.com/buy-tickets

NOCHE DE FUEGO - Sat 26th September @ Manning Bar
Sydney's premiere LIVE Latin music and dance event!

With LIVE Band Mi Tierra, Australia's finest band,
direct from Canberra.
4DJ's - Mambo-G, Dwight, Mani and Amit
3 Dance rooms & some of the best performances in Salsa, Zouk, Afro-Contemporary,
Bachata & more! You don't want to miss out on this Event!

Venue: Manning Bar, Uni of Sydney
Time: 9pm - 3am Tickets: $23 in advance, $30 at the door
Available through Picante, Please call Sky: 0413 146 889 or sky@picantedance.com.au

Article One Events, Exiles and DJ Mani present:
Club ZOUK! Sat 12th September @ Middle Bar

Back By Popular Demand! Une nuit de zouk, compa, kizomba et plus...
Complimentary Zouk dance class 9-10pm!

Venue: Middlebar (Kinsela's) 383 Bourke St, Darlinghurst
Time: Dance Class 9pm, Club 10pm til late / $10 / 18+ ID req'd

Zouk is a passionate and romantic rhythm originating from the French-Caribbean islands of Guadeloupe, Martinique and Haiti. An elegant and exciting partner dance, it is hugely popular in France, French-speaking Africa, Brazil, French Polynesia and now Australia! Zouk means "party" or "festival" in creole and on Sept 12th we bring you an authentic taste of the French Caribbean right here in Sydney, complete with the hottest zouk, compa and kizomba tunes and showcases by some of the finest zouk dancers in town. So for those who know how to dance zouk: don't miss this unique opportunity to show off your moves in an authentic setting - And for those who don't: come try something fresh and exciting and be seduced by the smooth sounds of ZOUK!

JOIN the Club ZOUK! group to view photos from our last event:
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=93331338231&ref=ts

LATIN DANCE WORKSHOPS & PARTY - Saturday 22nd August

Latin Dance Workshops
with Sky Blue (Sydney) & Alberto (Venezuela)
2.00pm REGGAETON - Open Level - Body movement & Sexy moves
3.15pm BACHATA - Intermediate - Movement, footwork variations & smooth partner work
4.30pm CUBAN SALSA - Intermediate - Energetic & fun flowing turn patterns
1 Workshop $20, 2 Workshops $30, 3 Workshops $40

Latin Dance Party
7pm Beginners CUBAN SALSA CLASS
with Sky Blue from Picante Latin Dance
8.30pm LATIN NIGHT
with CHUKALE (Brisbane) "Live Afro Cuban Salsa Band"
$15 For the Class and entry to the Latin Night

Venue for Workshops & Party: Buddha Bar, Byron Bay Brewery
More info & to Book: 0413 146 889     www.picantedance.com.au

Also, Sky to Guest Teach Classes on the North Coast
• Tuesday 25th Aug in Lismore - SALSA, Cuban Style
• Wednesday 26th Aug in Byron - BACHATA NIGHT!
In addition, I am available for private lessons while I am up.
Call Sky directly for info: 0413 146 889

NOCHE DE FUEGO - Sat 18th July
Sydney's HOTTEST Latin Night returns ....

International live band SON VENENO.
DJs WillieSabor, MamboG, Av el Cubano & Amit
2 Dance Rooms with Salsa, Bachata, Zouk, Merengue & more
Dance Performances by:
Picante Latin Dance, SalsaVibes, Ruedisima,
Modus Vivendi Project, Melange (Afro Soca) & more!!

Two great dance spaces plus the balcony.
Easy parking inside the Uni grounds.
An awesome night in one of Sydney's best dance venues!

Venue: Manning bar, Manning rd, Uni of Sydney
Tickets: Available through Picante for $20
Pick them up at our classes or call Sky: 0413 146 889
$25 at the door

BACHATA NIGHT - Fri 26th June

Enjoyed the Bachata Festival and want some more?
Missing Bachata as there is not enough played in the clubs?
Well, you are sure to enjoy this night!! Lots of BACHATA .....

LATIN DJS - Vicco, Coco, Av el Cubano, Moncho & Ronnie
SHOWS - Modus Vivendi & Picante Latin Dance

Venue: Hotel Chambers, Cnr Elizabeth St & Martin Place
Tickets: Available through Picante for $10
Pick them at our classes or call Sky: 0413 146 889
$15 at the door

SYDNEY INTERNATIONAL BACHATA FESTIVAL
24th - 26th April, 2009 @ Manning Bar, Uni of Sydney

2 days and 3 nights of Latin Dance Workshops, World-Class Performances & Prestigious Parties.
And, for the first time ever in Australia a big Urban Latin Bachata Concert.
We are very excited that 4Ever will be performing Live! Check these guys out!!

International Instructors confirmed:

- Rodney Aquino, SF - USA
- Jorge and Leslie, LA - USA
- Carlos Cinta, San Diego, USA
- Jaxen, Malaysia
- Nirico and Nikal, NZ

Australian instructors
- Nestor and Lidia, Modus Vivendi
- Juan and Samantha, Bachateros
- Sky Blue & Andres Medina, Picante Latin Dance
- Armand de Saint
- Carlos and Elli, Latin Steps
- Oliver and Vali, Latin Motion
- Gary and Kelli, Strictly Salsa
- Moro and Alegria, Buena Vista Dance
- Luis Belleza and partner, Latin Rhythms
- Krin Bajough, Latin Dance Sensation
- Fernando and Becky, Salsa Suave

Early bird Full Event ticket $220.
Full Event Price $250 (includes all workshops, parties + the concert!)
Sunday night Concert ticket $45

For Accommodation go through Rydges, Camperdown - our festival supporter!
Make sure you mention "Sydney International Bachata Festival rates"
Phone Reservations: 61 2 9516 1522
Email:

Info & to Book Tickets: www.bachatafestival.com.au

ONE NIGHT IN CUBA # 18 Friday 6th March. 100 % Cuban Music!!! DJs Mani, Nandez, Yemaya & AV el Cubano Where:  Hotel Chambers - Martion Place, Cnr Elizabeth St Entry: $15 or $10 with facebook bookings www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=50538904468 More info: www.casadelasalsa.com

Afro Latin Funk Explosion
Next Fri 13th Feb @ the Factory Theatre

Featuring amazing high energy International act's!!!
Batucada Sound Machine (Brazil / NZ) plus
Son Veneno & Pochoman (Cuba / Chile / Peru / Aus)
Also in the house Dj's Dwight, Agee Ortiz & Ricky Ro.

Venue: Factory Theatre, 105 Victoria Rd, Enmore
Entry: $20 pre sold (available from Picante Latin Dance) $25 at the door
You can also book tickets through the theatre Ph: 95503666
Or, via the web: www.factorytheatre.com.au , www.ticketek.com.au

Monday 26th Jan - CELEBRATE AUSTRALIA DAY THE LATIN WAY!!!

Free LATIN PARTY @ BRONTE BEACH!!!!
DJ Ronnie with all the Latino beats, beach football (soccer), a jumping castle,
batucada from basil & more ... A family day for everyone to enjoy.
Join the Picante crew from 1pm. Bring a plate of food to share & BYO drinks.
Lets make it an Australia Day to remember!!!!

Then CONTINUE THE DANCING ON AUSTRALIA DAY WITH .....
Our regular BACHATA CLASSES still on at LA CITA
6.30pm Beginners 7.30pm Intermediate 8.30pm Social
Be inspired. Join us, bring your friends & have fun.

INFORMATION: 0413 146 889

LATIN DANCE @ Byron Bay, Jan 2009
Classes, Workshops, Social Nights
Featuring - Sky, Picante Latin Dance & the Sassy Salsa crew
+ KADU & LARISSA, Rio Rhythmics, Brazil/Brisbane

Thursday 8th Jan 2009
Sky, Picante Latin Dance & Sassy Salsa
6pm SALSA CLASS Beginners
7pm BACHATA CLASS Beginners
8pm BACHATA CLASS Intermediate
9pm Social + Club Night

Sunday 11th Jan 2009
Kadu & Larissa, Rio Rhythmics
2.30pm ZOUK LAMBADA WORKSHOP - Beg / Inter
3.45pm ZOUK LAMBADA WORKSHOP - Inter / Adv
Sky, Picante Latin Dance & Sassy Salsa
5pm CUBAN SALSA CLASS Inter / Adv
6pm CUBAN SALSA Beg / Inter
7pm Latin Night

Cost: 1 class $15, 2 classes $25 (incl entry + free drink)
1 Workshop $25, 2 Workshops $40 (incl entry + free drink)
Club entry only $10

Venue: Liquid Nightclub, Byron Bay
Great Dance Floor & Air Conditioning!!!

INFO & BOOKINGS 0413 146 889

	NOCHE DE FUEGO - Xmas Edition
	Sydney's Premier Live Latin Music & Dance Event Sat 6th Dec, 9pm - 3am
	International live band SON VENENO returns after their European & Asian tour!!!! DJs Coco, WilieSabor, Mani & Ricky Ro. Amateur & Professional Shows. 3 Dance Rooms.
	Don't miss another HOT & FIERY Night!!!
	Venue: Manning Bar, Sydney Uni
	Tickets: $25 pre-sold. $32 at the door NOW AVAILABLE AT OUR CLASSES
	Presented by: Picante, Ruedisima & Salsavibes