WELCOME VISIT LONDON, COME TO STARS OF SALSA ‘09
Welcome to Stars Of Salsa ’09! By dancers for dancers. Brought to you by the founders of the world famous Salsa On Sundays (SOS) UK, Tamambo and Leon Rose have decided to make this event a celebration of London's thriving Salsa scene and what has become of it. Tamambo and Leon Rose have created a haven for dancers over the years with the inception of Salsa On Sundays eight years
ago. Now they are delighted to invite you to Stars Of Salsa ‘09, an event for dancers by dancers. Come to see the international and UK stars perform, and party with us till the morning hours. The event consists of two main nights, Saturday and Sunday, with a pre-party on Friday night at Club Colosseum. On the S a t u r d a y d u r i n g t h e d a y, workshops will be taking place with some of the most respectable artists in the world today. Join us to celebrate our passion for Salsa, and London as one of the top European Salsa cities.
Contents Traveling and Sightseeing
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About Salsa and Londoners 3 Important Information
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Workshop timetable
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Weekend Programme
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Workshop Lunch
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Map & Locations
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E-zine Produced by 2mambo
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5 Places to see: A mini guide of what we find important when visiting London. The London Eye The London Eye is a major feature of London's skyline. The world's highest observation wheel offers spectacular views of London's most famous landmarks - in just 30 minutes. 1.
Flying
into London is
pretty simple if you know where to connect to the different forms of transport into the city. The budget airlines operate generally from airports that are usually farther out than expected. However, due to the central location of Kings Cross St Pancras Station it doesn’t really make a difference where you fly from anymore. If all roads lead to Rome, SOS ’09 certainly got Kings Cross right when it comes to the airports.
From Luton Airport Take the Free shuttle bus to Luton Airport Parkway Train Station and take a direct train to London St Pancras Station. Travel time: 21-35 min
“If all roads lead to Rome, SOS ’09 certainly got London King Cross right when it comes to airports.” From Stansted Airport Take the Stansted Express train to Tottenham Hale and then change on to the Victoria Line tube (underground metro) to London Kings Cross St Pancras Station. Travel time: 35 min From Gatwick Airport Ta k e a d i r e c t t r a i n t o London St Pancras Station. Travel time: 35 min From Heathrow Airport Take the Piccadilly Line tube (underground metro) direct to Kings Cross St Pancras Station. Travel time: 45 min
Houses of Parliament and Big Ben Tamambo demonstrated with a dip how to spot the Big Ben. Trust us, he can’t move the real one! Well worth the walk next to the river. 2.
3.Trafalgar Square and National Gallery The National Gallery houses one of the greatest collections of European painting in the world. With paintings by Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci, Rembrandt, etc. Not to forget the huge square upon which leads up to it, Nelson’s column stands high. 4.Towers
of London Take a free guided tour with one of the Yeoman Warders around one of the most famous fortified buildings in the world. Discover its 900 year histor y as a royal palace and f o r t re s s , p r i s o n a n d p l a c e o f execution, mint, arsenal, menagerie and jewel house. 5.Buckingham Palace Take a walk around the Queen’s home and see her backyard, St. James Park. Also see the famous change of guards here. Source: www.visitlondon.co.uk
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Save Money On Sightseeing With The London Pass The London Pass is an awardwinning sightseeing card that has been used by satisfied visitors for 10 years. It offers free entry to over 55 of the best tourist attractions in London and will save you money. Sightseeing in London has never been so easy and with a London Pass you are able to explore even more of this great city. Attractions include St. Paul’s Cathedral, Tower Bridge Exhibition and HMS Belfast so there is something for everybody. Source: www.londonpass.com
ondon dancers are
quite a different breed of people when it comes to dancing. These Salseros/as are very approachable and unlike some cities in Europe, it is uncommon to get turned down for a dance. FACT: DID YOU KNOW THAT LONDON HAS MORE SALSA CLUBS PER SQUARE MILE THAN NEW YORK?
Hanging by the side usually means that you will get bored and end up not dancing all night. This will then translate into you having the worst time of your life and you will end up hating the event itself. Salseros/as in London are quite passionate about dancing. As keen dancers t h e y lo ve t o m ee t a nd dance with new people, so tell them that you’re visiting and don’t be afraid to ask! With an increasing
Save in transport around London with Oyster Card The Oyster card is a magnetic prepay travel card that allows you to move around London by public transport. By touching it on a magnetic reader on t he bus, un de r g ro un d an d so m e t rai n services is quick and efficient. These card can be bought at any underground and train station in the Southeast, costing £3 in order to get your card (refundable). After that, you may top-up your credit as necessary.
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annoying when Salseros/ as go out to have a good time, yet they won’t dance unless someone asks them to. They way London works is quite simple: If you want a dance, you are going to have to ask.
number of On2 dancers on the scene, it’s worth observing before diving in. Not getting rejected does not mean that you can push your luck. So, as some would say: don’t watch me, DANCE!
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I m p or t ant I n f o r mati on A ll P ass H o l der s In order to help us make the check-in process as efficient and seamless as possible during the weekend, there are a couple of things you need to read through: Your name has been entered into our system and we kindly request that you print your PayPal payment confirmation and bring a photo i.d. with you in order to collect your wristband for the weekend. You must ensure that names match exactly both documents. (Paid in full SOS pass purchases do not require paypal IDs)Â Note: No Photo I.D. + PayPal confirmation I.D. number = No wristband! On the day, when approaching the registration desk we kindly request that you have your Paypal confirmation I.D. number and matching photographic identification ready in order to issue you with your wristband and not delay you or others in the queue.
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Workshops Timetable
11:00
ROOM 1
ROOM 2
ROOM 3
London Style Int/Adv Partnerwork On1
Converting From On1 To On2
10 Deadly Sins of Leading and Following
11.50
12:00
Tamambo & Ania (UK/PL)
Leon Rose (UK)
Edie “Salsa Freak” (LA)
LADIES Styling and Footwork
MEN Isolation and Styling
Edie’s World Famous Spins Class
12.50 Ania Chagowska (PL)
Tamambo (UK)
Edie “Salsa Freak” (LA)
13:00-14:00 LUNCH 14:00
Cha Cha Footwork & Partnerwork
Styling in Partnerwork On1
Improver/Intermediate Partnerwork
14:50
15:00
Juan Matos & Amneris Martinez (NY/IT)
Pambos (BG)
Edie “Salsa Freak” (LA)
LA STYLE Int/Adv Partnerwork On1
NY Partnerwork On2
Musicality “hitting the breaks”
Jose Antonio & Vanesa (ES)
Juan Matos & Amneris Martinez (NY/IT)
Edie “Salsa Freak” (LA)
LADIES Styling
Footwork & Styling
Improver Partnerwork On1
Susana Montero (UK)
Leon rose (UK)
Patrick Rosheuvel (NL)
15:50
16:00 16:50
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SOS ’09 WEEKEND PARTIES INFORMATION Friday Pre-Party
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is with g r e a t pleasure to announce the Friday pre-party in conjunction with Salsa Republic. This Friday night is going to be really chilled out. There will be classes prior to the evening by Leon Rose, Tamambo, Robert Charlemagne and Fadi among others. Also, there will be a teacher's presentation during the evening, as well as UK and International showcases on the night. The party will feature most of the artists due to perform over the weekend. This is going to be held at the Colosseum. Have you bought a Full, Saturday All-day or Party Pass for Stars Of Salsa ’09? If you have bought a Full, Saturday All-Day or Party Pass for Stars Of Salsa ’09 you get in Colosseum for only £6. Your name is on the list at the door!
The DJs on the decks: DJ Fadi DJ Johnny G Saturday Workshops
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workshops will help brush up your skills. To this end, we have s o u g h t instructors that bring something to the dance floor. Starting at improver level to advanced level you’ll be guided by some of the most inspirational instructors on the Salsa Circuit today. In the mix, some specialist classes have been incorporated to offer an alternative to the seasoned dancer. The registration and the workshops will take place on Saturday January 31 2009 at the University of London Union (ULU). Address:ULU, Malet Street London WC1E 7HY Registration Open: 10:00-11:00
SOS ’09 Quick Glance Guide
Workshops: 11:00-17:00
Friday Pre-Party Address: Club Colosseum 1 Nine Elms Lane Vauxhall London SW8 5NQ Classes: 21:00 Club: 22:00-03:30 Shows: 23:30 Price: £10 All-Night Pass Holders: £6 Tube: Vauxhall (Victoria Line)
T od a y ’s S al s a S c e ne
Saturday Party
Sunday Party
Address: Camden Centre Euston Rd (Opp. Eurostar) London WC1H 9JE
Address: Salsa On Sundays Royal National Hotel (North Side Entrance) London WC1H 0DG
Doors: 21:30-04:00 Shows: 22:00 Price: £20 Tu b e : K i n g s C r o s s S t Pancras (Piccadill y, Northern, Circle, District Lines)
Doors: 18:40-01:00 Shows: 22:00 Price: £12 Tu b e : Ru s s e l l S q u a r e (Piccadilly Line)
The Artistic perception of Salsa has reac hed a turning point. Once thought of it as merely a past-time, Salsa (and Salseros for that matter) have seized the opportunity of promoting Salsa in a completely different manner to what it once used to be. On the dance floor it is the law of the fittest, on the stage it is the new Contemporary, the feather-light ballet, the suave Jazz. The Salsa movement is radically changing the way the dance is interpreted and perceived by the naked eye. SOS ’09 promises a lineup of different flavours and allows for interpretation of all kinds. You’re going to laugh, you’re going to sigh, you’re going to scream and you’re going to feel love. Whatever it is that moves you, there’s bound to be something that will take your like. Enjoy the shows!
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WORKSHOP FOOD
MENU FOR SATURDAY 31st JANUARY Risotto of Wild Mushrooms & Asparagus
£5.75
Classic Caeser Salad With Warm Chicken Fillets
£4.50 £5.95
Homemade Vegetarian Soup with Fresh Baked Baguette & Butter
£2.95
Chicken Tikka Masala
£5.95
Goats Cheese, Red Pepper & Mushroom Pizza
£4.95
Spicy Pepperoni Pizza
£5.25
6oz Aberdeen Angus Fillet Burger With Cheese
£4.95 £5.45
Grilled Chicken Fillet Burger With Cheese
£4.95 £5.45
Butterflied King Prawns with Mixed Salad & Sweet Chilli Sauce.
£4.95
Catering For Your Wellbeing: Hungry Workshop Goers The University of London Union (ULU) have been working with the SOS ’09 team to create a menu that will cater for the workshop attendees. Af ter receiving your meal preferences during your registration for the workshops, the Chef created a simple menu on offer to cater for most tastes.
Getting Here by Bus Gower Street 10, 24, 29, 73, 134, 390 Euston Road 18, 30, 91, 205, 253, 476 Woburn Place/Southampton Row 59, 68, 91, 168, 188
Getting Here by Tube Northern Line: Euston, Warren Street and Goodge Street stations. Piccadilly Line: Russell Square station. Victoria Line: Euston and Warren Street stations. Circle, Metropolitan and Hammersmith & City lines: Euston Square station.
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A d d ress & L o ca t i ons Saturday Workshops Address: ULU, Malet Street London WC1E 7HY
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Reg: 10:00-11:00 Workshops: 11:00 End: 17:00 Tu b e : Ru s s e l l S q u a r e (Piccadilly Line)
Address: Camden Centre Euston Rd (Opp. Eurostar) London WC1H 9JE
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Doors: 21:30-04:00 Shows: 22:00 Price: £20 Tu b e : K i n g s C r o s s S t Pancras (Piccadill y, Northern, Circle, District Lines)
DANCE STUDIO PRESENTS
5th INTERNATIONAL
WARSAW SALSA FESTIVAL
Sunday Party Address: Salsa On Sundays Royal National Hotel (North Side Entrance) London WC1H 0DG
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Doors: 18:40-01:00 Shows: 22:00 Price: £12 Tu b e : Ru s s e l l S q u a r e (Piccadilly Line)
13th - 15th NOVEMBER 2009 THE BIGGEST SALSA EVENT IN POLAND! WORKSHOPS/DANCE SHOWS/PARTIES/CONCERTS
ARTISTS: HACHA Y MACHETE (USA) MAYKEL FONTS & KIRENIA CANTIN (CUBA) JUAN MATOS & AMNERIS MARTINEZ (USA) FARID FERCHACH (MOROCCO/FRANCE) SALSA DANCE SQUAD (NETHERLANDS) TAMAMBO & ANIA (UK/POLAND) MANUEL MASCARELL (SPAIN) MAJUSEE (FRANCE) NEERAJ MASKARA (INDIA/ SWITZERLAND) AND
map: courtesy of Google maps
MANY MORE!!!
SOS ’09 WEEKEND PARTIES INFORMATION
Saturday Party
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