Thursday 30 July 2009

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This blog will be taking a well-deserved summer break. I'll be back in the autumn with more news and updates of what's going on in the African, Latin and Afro-Latin cultural world in London and beyond.

Many thanks for your continuous support. I hope you enjoy the selection of images below. Chao!

Tuesday 21 July 2009

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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

Dear Assoc Dance of the African Diaspora members and the All - African Diasporan Dance Community at Large,
Inspired fantastic good news to share, Paul Liburd, Contemporary dancer has been awarded this honour and if you don't know who Paul is I am sure it won't be hard to find out, he is simply one of the most gifted, generous and humble dancers to grace the British stage and his performing career has traversed modern and ballet companies in that order. He began his dance studies up in Leeds in the famed Harehills school where so so so many fantastic dancers and choreographers have emerged.
He is still quite brilliant, our Desmond Richardson I would say. I heard the news via Kenneth Tharp OBE and wanted to share. Paul is on the front cover the Black Dance book by Edward Thorpe - its now a generation out of date, a call out there for someone to take up that particular mantle and yes its Paul on the cover. Here's a link of him dancing solo from circa 1989?
http://www.youtube. com/watch? v=64hIxPB0XMQ
"Those who hear not the music things the dancer's mad".
All best,
"feel the force - don't stop till you get enough!"
Ciao,
Sheron



Hotep/Greetings/ Blessings

I hope this message reaches you in a good place. I am a dance teacher launching a new concept to dancing. Please see attached C.V for my background history or any further information you may need. Please read on. Thank you.
There is a new class for active individuals or those who just want to keep fit. These classes are open to anyone and can be done at a place near you.
In this class you can expect to receive ways of connecting with your self through movement. You will experience techniques taught world wide. Examples are Street dance, Contemporary and AfriKan to name but a few.

When: EveryThursday Time: 7.30pm- 8.30pm Investment: £10
Venue: The Enterprise (Happy People's restaurant) 160 Page Green Terrace London N15 4NU
· Express in the highest and best way
· Learn to express using dance techniques
· Enjoy fresh Smoothies
· Experience Smai (Science of Breath)

Activities and Classes are open to all age groups.Dates and Times for children TBC
Activities and classes can also be organised at a suitable venue of your choice.
Please forward to your network
Thank you

Hotep Ashug wa Nuwr/ Peace Love and Light

Zola 'Kali-Marie' Harrison
CEO Kali-Marie™ School Of Thought®
M: 07932480537
kali-marie.blogspot .com
Ymib.com/kali

EDC- Urban Latina Dance Company
July 2009
Oi! from Ella and Element Dance- the UK?s Leading Urban Latina Dance Company
Just a quck message to say......CONGRATULATIONS ZARA! Zara is the new Rainha da Bateria for this year! And we are proud to say she is an EDC member! Well done Zara, there is no one more graceful, elegant, and with the personality fit for a queen! :-)?Also my friend Pepe Barcellos will be performing at Guanabara tomorrow! Please try to get own there to see him!
http://gigs.guanabara.co.uk/live-music-7-nights/guanabara-summer-season-duo-carioca-live/
Tuesday, July 21st, 2009GUANABARA SUMMER SEASON: DUO CARIOCA LiveFabio Allman (aka Fabão), lead singer and percussionist from carnival ensemble MONOBLOCO, joins forces with Bossa Nova guitar player and singer/songwriter Pepê Barcellos.JULY 21 – TUESDAY FREE ENTRY (Please go and support him! You will love it!)And lastly,

Well done Bhangraton! Jo and Letty have worked so hard to bring the group together and they did a great job! Thanks everyone involved!!
CLASSESLondon:SAMBA (For beginners); TUESDAYS, 7.30 ? 8.30pm, £0 per class! (Yes Free Class for beginners! Followed by a party!) Bar Salsa, 96 Charing Cross Rd (Closest Tube Leicester Square and Tottenham Court Rd) (Runs every week!) Weekly Class come rain or shineSeptember; Mondays- SAMBA (For beginners to advanced) (Styled on our Bar Salsa Class, but at a more progressive

pace wih more focus on choreography at the end of class) Drop in Class £7.50per class Running for ten weeks from 28th September to 30th NovemberREGGAETON/ Latin Hip Hop Class (Mondays) @ The Place Course; £70 Drop in Class £7.50per class Running for ten weeks from 28th September to 30th NovemberLeeds LATIN VIBES- Urban Latin Styles; Reggaeton, Samba, Street Salsa, Merengue and Bachata.... MONDAYS, 8pm-9:30pm On a weekly basis from 14 September onwards. Address; Yorkshire Dance, 3 St Peter's Buildings, St Peter's Square, Leeds, LS9 8AH
GIGSThis month we are in (Please come support us) (Also attached are three events we recommend this sumer);25th July; Kirkcaldy festival, Scotland 30th August; Odeon Brighton; Sagatiba Cachaca Party11th September; The Place; Samba Taster Class and party25th-28th February; Eagle salsa Tours; Malaga
Also check ut this video from the NME awards (2mins 45 onwards), where Ella is dancing with fantastic London band; Rhythms of the City; (
http://www.nme.com/video Select;play; shockwaves NME awards 2009 - part 3)We really appreciate your support, encouragements and passion for dance! We hope to see, hear or dance with you soon,Much Love, Ella and EDCMake us your facebook friend! www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=6782884255
Some information about Element Dancers (please see the website for more!);Ella Mesma (Director, Founder of EDC) (Credits include; Rio Carnival 2006 (Passista), India Element Tour 2007,2008, NME Awards, Laban, Amp 14 (Romeo n Juliet), Lisa Ullman Scholarship 2009 (NYC training in Mambo and Breaking), Reggaeton Championships 2007, Rainha LSS 2009)Dani (Leeds EDC) (Credits include; So Kool, Regeyeshun Dance, Club Mambo Denmark. Teatro de Almada, Portugal, EDC India 2008)Ama Rouge (Bar Salsa Classes) (Credits include; Samba D'Oxum, Paraiso School of Samba,Rio Carnival 2008- Estacio de Sa, Kensington and Chelsea College, Dance United)Jo De Santana (Reggaeton Performance Course) (Credits include, Brit School, Rambert Youth Company, Laban, Avant Garde, X.D.C and Dance 2xs U.K, Chicago USA- Urbanite ?07)

Monday 13 July 2009

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This month's issue of RICENPEAS.COM is now online.http://www.ricenpeas.com/INTERVIEW: CYNTHIA mc.KINNEYIshmahil Blagrove speaks to former US congresswoman Cynthia McKinney about her recent attempts to enter Gaza and the shameful double standards of US foreign policy. Since the publication of this interview, both Ms. McKinney and Ishmahil Blagrove are being held illegally in an Israeli Prison.The Tragedy Of Michael JacksonThe premature death of a legendIran's Elections, West's HypocrisyRich Man Poor Man All Over AgainA Tribute To Harold PinterFrom 'Art, Truth and Politics'A World Of IllusionThe Elusive Nature Of Materialism

Soul NoëlFriday 11 - Sunday 13 DecemberWith a shot of Africa and a twist of the Caribbean, Soul Noël brings you the best Christmas party in town. South Africa's finest singer Sibongile Khumalo comes together with great British soul star Ola Onabule, fronting a hand-picked choir and a great soul band led by musical director Kevin Robinson.
On sale to Southbank Centre Members on 10 July. On sale to all on 14 July. For your best chance to get tickets,
become a Southbank Centre Member.
Metropolitan Black Police Association presentsMaxi Priest + Carleen Anderson + Yolanda BrownFriday 16 OctoberIf you love reggae, soul, lovers rock, gospel, and RnB then this is the concert for you. Featuring British lovers rock and reggae star Maxi Priest, US soul singing sensation Carleen Anderson, plus jazz infused grooves from Mobo Award winning saxophonist YolanDa Brown.
On sale to Southbank Centre Members on 13 July. On sale to all on 14 July. For your best chance to get tickets,
become a Southbank Centre Member.

Nathan 'Flutebox' LeeFriday 25 SeptemberFlute beatboxing innovator Nathan ‘Flutebox’ Lee and friends, including Riz MC and Gauri Sharma Tripathi, take over the Purcell Room for a night of music, dance and VJing, hosted by the irrepressible Howard Marks.
Book tickets/More info »Presented by Southbank Centre and Swaraj MusicSupported by PRS Foundation New Music Plus.Gauri Sharma Tripathi is a Southbank Centre Artist inResidence supported by Paul Hamlyn Foundation

London African Music FestivalFriday 11 - Sunday 13 SeptemberSince 2003 the London African Music Festival has been at the forefront of new African music and this year is no exception, with the festival featuring true legends including Oliver Mtukudzi, Lord Eric Sugumugu, the leader of the mighty Master Drummers of Africa, and maverick jazz organist Ed Bentley.
Book tickets/More info »

Into the Hoods - A London fairytaleWednesday 16 December – Sunday 10 JanuaryJoin Lil Red, Rap-en-Zel and Spinderella in this fabulous fusion of fairy tales, groovy tunes and wicked dance moves created and performed by the critically-acclaimed dance company ZooNation.'Exuberant, sexy, funny. A hit.' (The Times)
Book now / Watch video »

People, it's almost time! Issa and Mokolo Sawane drum&dance workshopSaturday 18th July. Islington Arts Factory,London. 1pm-4pmIssa and Mokolo come from Casamance, Senegal. They have a wealth of knowledge of the dances, rhythms and songs from the Mandinka traditions of West Africa. In experiencing issa's teaching, people will gain the full flavour of the traditional Senegalese dance expression and Mokolo will be providing us with live Casamance music.All Dance Levels are welcome.Drummers-You should be fairly experienced and able to assimilate new rhythms quickly, and tunefully as you will be accompanying Mokolo in providing music for the dancers.E-mail: dundunkini@gmail. com to reserve your space NOW.. £10 for Drummers and £20 for Dancers!


Urdang Academy Re-Opens This Wednesday 15th July With New Structure!!

The new structure changes the ''two classes session'' that we used to have to only one, this means from now on we will only have one class for all levels (Beginners, Improvers, Intermediate & Advanced) from 7.00pm to 8.15pm and there will now be time to practise after the class.

Location
Finsbury Old Town Hall, Rosebery Avenue, EC1R 4RP
MAP
TubeAngel/Farringdon Price
£8

More Info
078 8696 2791
Grupo Lokito Live @ Bar Rumba This Tuesday 14th July

Get ready to be loko!!

Featuring outrageously good dance moves, sweet vocals and blistering soukous guitar, LOKITO guarantee to pack the dancefloor! Pus the hottest salsa, merengue, bachata, reggaeton, zouk & kizomba from DJ CHINO on the main dancefloor.

Salsa Classes as Normal from 7.30pm to 9pm with Cliff, Alex and special Guests.

So why not have a great class and see an amazing band for only £8???

Bar Rumba 36 Shaftesbury Avenue, London W1D 7EP
MAP
TubePiccadilly Circus / Leicester Square
More
078 8696 2791

Cuban Style Salsa Classes Every Saturday by Rueda Champions Antonio & Esther


Antonio & Esther will be teaching regularly every Saturday @ our newest club!

This outstanding couple will be teaching ''Rueda de casino'' (Cuban wheel) and Intermediate/Advanced cuban style.

Enjoy the amazing music selection by our Latin Djs after the class till late.

Supremely located on left as you exit Archway tube station.

Dusk Till Dawn
1 Archway Close, N19 3TD (Opposite Archway tube station)

Class
9pm to 10pm
Beginners welcome & Intermediate/advanced

Club
After the class till late

More
078 1748 1243



Dear Friends

We are very pleased to in for m you of the Afri-Kokoa Festival at Rich Mix on Sat 25 July, as part of the London 2012 Open Weekend.
This a fantastic day of free activities for families will be followed by Live DJ mix in the Bar with an excellent line up of Afrobeat DJ acts!
A perfect introduction to Rich Mix biggest act this summer: The House of the Holy Afro – a blend of South African Music per for med live accompanied by DJ Dino (Wed 5 – Sat 8 Aug)!

We look for ward to welcoming you here,
Kindest Regards
The Rich Mix Team


Afri - Kokoa Festival

Sat 25 July
Daytime family activities / Evening live music2pm - 6pm Daytime / FREE
7pm - 1am Evening / £6


The next Afri - Kokoa Festival starts with a FREE afternoon programme for families: African drumming, storytelling, and music from 2pm - 6pm. Led by dynamic workshop leader Usifu Jalloh from Sierra Leone who is a professional actor, dancer, percussionist and storyteller and whose unique skills introduce audiences and participants to West African traditions and cultures.
There will also be classic African games in the Café area and outside in the courtyard for kids and parents to enjoy including ‘Ludo’, ‘Owari’ and ‘Ampe’; as well as face painting, jewellery and music shaker making sessions. Plus arts and crafts stalls in the Bar by Senga Design and an art exhibition from Bubble Wrap Arts.

The evening programme features the 12 - piece Afro beat band Yaaba Funk, Afrikokoa resident DJs AJ Kwame and Baggy plus Special Guest DJs Miles Cleret (Soundway Records) and Eric Soul (Afrogroov) among others from 7pm - 1am.
Schedule and line - up:
2pm - 3pm
AFRI - KOKOA DJs and BUBBEWRAP Arts Private View
3pm - 4pm
AFRICAN DRUM WORKSHOPS (10 drums)
4.15pm - 5pm
AFRICAN STORY TELLING – interactive drum session
5pm - 6pm
AFRI - KOKOA DJs
6pm - 6.30pm
7pm - 7.30pm
NEW LONDON TALENT
HELEN McDONALD TRIO
6.45pm - 8pm
AFRI - KOKOA DJs
8pm - 9pm
MILES CLERET (SOUNDWAY RECORDINGS)
9pm - 10.30pm
YAABA FUNK
10.30pm - 12am
ERIC SOUL (AFROGROOV) AND MC DOU G
12am - 1am (close)
AFRI - KOKOA Djs vs AFROGROOV

Book tickets
Call the Rich Mix Box Office on 020 7613 7498
Online Booking on www.viewtickets. co.uk.

For more in for mation on our entire programme visit the Rich Mix website at www.richmix. org.uk.
Please note: Although we are actively taking steps to improve this service, our telephone lines do sometimes get very busy. Please call between 9am and 5pm if possible

Tuesday 7 July 2009

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Don't miss JAMBO JAM - one night, two great causes
On Saturday 11th July in aid of Grace's Childrens Home (Kenya) and Boma Orphanage (Tanzania)
- Unleash your inner dance floor demon to an eclectic fusion of funky house, R&B, soca and reggaeton- Relax in the chill out lounge with a themed cocktail- Enjoy the summer evening on the private outdoor terraceTickets cost £7 eachFor further information and to purchase tickets online please visit:
http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#/event.php?eid=87103635687http://eventsbot.com/events/eb381180413
or email jambojam@ymail.comAll profits from ticket sales go directly to help the children at Grace's Children's Home and Boma Orphanage.We look forward to seeing you there!BOMA ORPHANAGE, TANZANIA Kichijo (Kilimanjaro Children Joy Foundation) was set up in aid of Boma Ng'ombe orphanage, Tanzania. Mama Lucie Lema and the family provide support and a loving home for over 120 orphaned and abandoned children, ranging from 8 months to 20 years. The initial aim was to raise enough money to buy the existing home that Mama rents for the orphans. Due to the ever increasing number of babies being dropped at the door, the number of children is rapidly rising and the facilities are not up to a standard where it would be economical to buy the property; 6 infants to a bed, barely existent kitchen facilities and desperately poor sanitary conditions. It was therefore decided to buy a piece of land to rebuild a new home for the Boma children, including dormitories, bathrooms, a kitchen & dining area, play area and farmland. There are plans to build a well and install solar panels to keep running costs low.

GRACE'S CHILDREN'S HOME, KENYA Grace's Children's Home was set up by retired teachers Annah Moko and her husband who noticed the poverty and abuse of little girls in their local area. Initially only starting with a few children, the number continues to grow. Annah and her husband have no income and have attempted to live sustainable livelihoods by growing and eating the produce from their small plot of land. However, as the number of children has grown, this has been impossible. The children are in full time education but living conditions are tough as there are not enough beds, money for food or clothes. Another issue facing Grace's Children's Home is that they rent their plot of land and do not have enough money to buy it which means they could have it taken away from them at anytime. If Grace's Children's Home could purchase the land then their problems would be solved. In the meantime, they survive on little food and small donations from people.

Hi Everyone,
We are happy to invite you to a unique 2 weeks of Afro-Brazilian Percussion from Pernambuco e Maranhao plus lots of Capoeira.This week we are hosting Prof. Lula Marcondes* from Olinda City, Pernambuco (Brazil). See
www.myspace.com/seujacintoband for more info. Please, check the Pernambuco Week Program and Ritmos da Terra Night Show @ Mango Landing Bar in Brixton (With M. Carlao, Marcio and special guests Lula Marcondes and Ruchika Tiku opening the Night) ... SEE ATTACHMENTS!!And next week will be celebrating the culture of Maranhao with Prof. Nelson Brito Martins also with traditional Percussion and Capoeira from that region of Brazil. Not to be missed!!!Prof. Nelson will be hosted by Kabula for one week. He is one of the founders of wellknown Laborarte Cultural Center* based in Sao Luis do Maranhao, Brazil (info will be @ www.kabula.org soon)* www.myspace.com/laborarteHave a great week,The Kabula Team
__________________________________________________More theatre ...AND IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO SEE THE NEXT WORK FROM ZACORA URA THEATRE CO. CHECK LAMENT FOR MEDEA @ ARCOLA THEATRE ...As we play our Lament for Medea under water at the Arcola this month and look after our beautiful 10 week old baby-girl Kayja, it dawns on us it has been 8 years since we performed our first production in Rio de Janeiro.This month in London we celebrate with performances and a series of different masterclasses this 8 year project called Zecora Ura with our creative partners Para-Active and open our doors for a week of experiments in the nature of actor training at Stratford Circus. We look forward to meeting at the Arcola theatre and at Stratford Circus from next week. Thank you for being part of this project that is still a deep pool of possibilities.
http://community.icontact.com/p/zecoraura/newsletters/tempest/posts/the-8-year-project-- Kabula Arts & Culture Capoeira Angola & Community ProjectsLondon/Rio/Austinwww.kabula.org

The Salsateca Dance Team
@ The Rise ( Clapham Junction )
Tuesday 7th July

Under the direction of ' Cliff & Miho' of Salsateca ,
these guys have a fab new show 'ARENQUE' ready for us !!
Come and support them and spot the new members !!
you will be very inspired .

Classes as usual 5 levels at 7.30pm
Club 9.15pm till late

The Rise is a huge trendy venue 5 mins from Clapham Junction station ..
Classes are excellent , the vibe is fun & friendly

The Rise
49 Lavender GardensSW11 1DJ

Latin Palace ( Camberwell )
Come along and join us at our popular Friday night venue, and this Friday 10th enjoy a special show !!
'Las Salsera's '
Classes All levels @ 9pm
Club 10.30 till 2.00am
Show 11pm

Latin Palace 146 Camberwell New Rd
SE5 ORR

The place to be Every Friday !!

We look forward to seeing you :
Any queries please call us
07886962791

Hello guys!This friday, 10th July, after a long time, there will be one off ROOTS BRASIL party with lots of forro + live PE-DE-JUREMA (playing also lots of forro, coco-de-praia, maracatu, ciranda and samba-de-roda) to make everybody dance by a great live performance! If you have been to a Roots Brasil party before I'm sure you are not gonna miss this one!Venue: Mamilanji Club, 107, Kings Road, SW3 4PAThe party starts at 9pm, live music starts at 11pm.Send me a text message by Friday to 07780552176 with names to join our FREE guest list.See you all soon!!Pedro Campolinacapoeira / percussionwww.londoncapoeira.co.uk07780552176

Thursday 2 July 2009

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CINE CUBA FESTIVAL50 Years of Revolution in Film
@ The Barbican Centre July 3rd – 9th 2009
Tickets: Standard - £7.50 online (£9.50 full price)Barbican Members - £6.50 online (£7.50 full price) / Concessions £7.50

Cuban fever hits London this summer as Havana Cultura supports the Cine Cuba Film Festival at the Barbican Centre. Havana Cultura is a cultural initiative developed by Havana Club. It aims at increasing the visibility of emerging Cuban artists. The summer event forms part of this year’s Cuba50 programme, which celebrates Cuban culture and also marks the 50th anniversary of the Cuban Revolution.
Returning for the second year and fifty years on from the revolution, the Barbican’s Cine Cuba Festival combines contemporary cinematic perspectives on Cuban life and classics from the foremost filmmakers of the post-revolutionary era.
Cine Cuba will feature some of the most acclaimed Cuban actors and directors, including the re-release of Tomás Gutiérrez Alea’s groundbreaking introduction of gay themes into Cuban cinema, Strawberry and Chocolate. You can catch this landmark film every night of the Festival. Other highlights include films from Cuba’s leading contemporary filmmaker Pavel Giroud, the ‘enfant terrible’ of post-revolutionary cinema Humberto Solás and the latest releases from Havana; Personal Belongings, Omertà and The Horn of Plenty.

For more information please contact Krista:
020 7729 5129 or krista@theneonhub.com <http://krista@theneonhub.com>

Please join us on Twitter - http://twitter.com/_HavanaCultura_ Or become a fan on our Havana Cultura Facebook page

Editors Notes:
Humberto Solas and Pavel Giroud are supported by Havana Cultura and can be viewed at http://www.havana-cultura.com <http://www.havana-cultura.com/>
Humberto Solas - http://www.havana-cultura.com/#2421 <http://www.havana-cultura.com/#2421> Pavel Giroud – http://www.havana-cultura.com/#1149 <http://www.havana-cultura.com/#1149>
PLUS Video and interview embed codes accessible at http://www.havana-cultura.com <http://www.havana-cultura.com/> <http://www.havana-cultura.com <http://www.havana-cultura.com/> >
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Listing Information:
Opening GalaFri 3 July, 7.30pm
Personal Belongings
An intimate take on contemporary Cuban dilemmas about the forsaking of homeland and personal relationships for a new life elsewhere.
Cuba 2008 Dir. Alejandro Brugués 95 min

Fri 3 – Thu 9 July, 8.45pm
Strawberry and Chocolate 18
Winner of a Silver Bear at the Berlin Film Festival and the first film with an openly gay character to come from Cuba,
Cuba 1993 Dir. Tomás Gutiérrez Alea 110 min.

Sat 4 July, 4.30pm
Suite Havana PG*
A documentary without interviews, presents the Cuba of today: complex, intimate and controversial.
Cuba 2003 Dir. Fernando Pérez 84 min.

Sat 4 July, 6.30pm
The Horn of Plenty (El Cuerno de la Abundancia) #
This screwball comedy is inspired by real events which saw some 25,000 Cubans maintain they were heirs to a multi-million pound fortune held in a British bank.
Cuba 2008 Dir. Juan Carlos Tabio 90 min.

Sun 5 July, 2.30pm
Cecilia18
Nominated for the Palme D’Or at Cannes on its release, this sumptuous adaptation of the popular 19th Cuban novel by Cirillo Villaverde,
Cuba 1982 Dir. Humberto Solás

Sun 5 July, 5pm
Titón de la Habana a Guantanamera PG*
An affectionate look at the life and work of the definitive voice of post-revolutionary Cuban cinema Tomás Gutiérrez Alea, Cuba 2008 Dir. Mirta Ibarra 76 min.

Sun 5 July, 6.30pm
Guantanamera 15
Alea revisited satire in this his last film, Both a biting critique and romantic comedy.
Cuba 1995 Dir. Tomás Gutierréz Alea 101min

Mon 6 Jul, 6.30pm
Documentary Showcase #
Documentaries exploring Cuba today.The screening will be introduced by Holly Aylett, award-winning documentary filmmaker, university lecturer, writer and founding editor and director of Vertigo magazine.

Tue 7 July, 6.30pm
Lucía 18*
This witty film follows the lives and loves of three women called Lucía, living at different points in time during the crucial periods of Cuban history. Cuba 2006 Dir. Humberto Solás 110 min.

Wed 8 July, 6.30pm
Up to a Certain Point (Hasta Cierta Punto) #
Documentary filmmaker Oscar (Oscar Alvarez) is researching machismo in Cuba.
Cuba 1984 Dir. Tomás Gutiérrez Alea 68 min.

Thu 9 July, 6.30pm
Omertà 12*
Following the success of his first feature La Edad de la Peseta Pavel Giroud returns with this noirish tale of difficult transitions.
Cuba 2008 Dir. Pavel Giroud 82 min.

Further Information:
Barbican CentreSilk StreetLondon EC2Y 8DSMain Switchboard: 020 7638 4141Box Office & Membership 020 7638 8891 (9am-8pm daily)Group Bookings: 020 7382 7211 (Mon-Fri 10am-5pm)Centre opening times9am - 11pm Monday - Saturday
Enjoy Havana Club responsibly http://www.drinkaware.co.uk <http://www.drinkaware.co.uk/>
For more information on Havana Club and Havana Cultura visit:
http://www.havana-club.com <http://www.havana-club.com/> <http://www.havana-club.com <http://www.havana-club.com/> > and http://www.havana-cultura.com <http://www.havana-cultura.com/> <http://www.havana-cultura.com <http://www.havana-cultura.com/> >
To know more about Cuba50 and CineCuba at the Barbican Centre visit:
http://www.barbican.org.uk <http://www.barbican.org.uk/> <http://www.barbican.org.uk <http://www.barbican.org.uk/> > and http://www.cuba50.org <http://www.cuba50.org/> <http://www.cuba50.org <http://www.cuba50.org/> >

About Havana CulturaThe Havana Cultura initiative is the first of its kind to profile artists from all disciplines, including musicians, visual artists, dancers, performers and writers raising awareness of contemporary art and culture of the city of Havana. Havana-Cultura provides the artists living in Havana a chance to showcase their work, energy and passion to the world and encourages people to explore the talent, vibrancy and modernity Havana has to offer.
Havana Cultura’s hub is a sophisticated, interactive website: http://www.havana-cultura.com <http://www.havana-cultura.com/> <http://www.havana-cultura.com <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 RicardPernod 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 14 key brands as priorities in the UK market: ABSOLUT, Campo Viejo, Chivas Regal, Havana Club, Jacob’s Creek, Jameson, Malibu, Martell, The Glenlivet, Tia Maria, Montana, G.H. Mumm, Pernod and Perrier-Jouet. Pernod Ricard UK is a member of The Portman Group promoting responsible drinking, http://www.drinkaware.co.uk <http://www.drinkaware.co.uk/> <http://www.drinkaware.co.uk <http://www.drinkaware.co.uk/> > .


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Cuban Salsa and Bachata lessons with Laura, Dani, and Ozy from London Salsa and Cesar Pacheco from HavanaWe are sad to inform you that we have to discontinue our Thursday night Salsa and Bachata classes at Tito's after this week.Join us for our final night this Thursday 2nd Julyat Tito's Latin Club 4-6 London Bridge Street, London SE1
6.30 pm BACHATA
7.45 pm CUBAN SALSA
Each class has three levels. Beginners are very welcome!
�8 for one class or �12 for two
Plus FREE entry to our new salsa and bachata club night after the classesDJ until late Friendly atmosphere, fantastic new dancefloor, and delicious food available from the restaurant.
We are looking to relocate the night so if you know of a suitable venue close by please contact
info@cubacheche.co.uk or laura@london-salsa.co.uk

Plus watch out for news of our weekly rumba and folkloric dance classes - we will be starting them again soon in a great new venue!


El Rumbon Cubano is back this autumn!

Sunday 27th September, Sunday 8th November & Sunday 6th Decemberat Tito's Latin Club, 4-6 London Bridge Street, London SE1Click here to see our NEW Rumbon Cubano webpage

Also, this autumn, London's newest Cuban dance troupe
CubanaDanza
Premiere performances at El Rumbon Cubano and at our new event Cultura y CubaniaDetails coming soon...

Carlos & OlwenCubachecheinfo@cubacheche.co.uk020 8883 0781

This Saturday, 4th of July there are interesting programs for the family in the afternoon and for adults in the evening/night...
Afternoon programs:
BREACC (Brazilian Educational and Cultural centre)'s FESTA JUNINA:
Bring your children to celebrate this nice Brazilian event full of entertainments:
- Live Pe-de-Jurema, playing enjoyable traditional rhythms from the North-East of Brazil to make everybody dance and see a little bit of our culture.
- Quadrilha which is a nice group dance performance that everybody (children and adults) can join!!
- Dj
- Traditional food from Brazil
From 12.30 to 5pm
Venue: St. Margaret of Scotland Catholic Church
130, St. Margarets Rd, TW1 1RL
£4 entry (Free for children under 12)
Capoeira Class with Aprendendo Angola School
Every Saturday we have capoeira and percussion class at LSE, it's always a great vibe and beginners are welcome!
From 1 to 4pm
Venue: LSE Old Building, Houghton Street, WC2B 4AE - Holborn Station
£8
www.londoncapoeira.co.uk
Evening Program:
Live NATEMA at Mamilanji Club
Natema is a fusion of extremes of electronic music with Brazilian rhythms with live percussion and guitars.
If you haven't checked Natema out yet you should definitely give it a go!
From 10pm till late
Venue: mamilanji, 107, Kings Road, SW3 4PA - Sloan Sq. station
text me your full name to 07780552176 to join our mailing list
www.natemaproject.com
Hope to see you soon!
Pedro Campolina
Capoeira / Percussion
07780552176
PS.: Check Natema's interview (in Portuguese) on www.canallondres.tv

Forty companies performing over four weeks - Arcola launches its new performance space Studio K with the Create09 Festival.A diverse programme of dance and physical theatre remixing established companies and new performers, Adventures in Movement includes an adventure for everyone:Ballet, boys and bikes, capoeira, a fairytale of swans and a mass exercise routine; dances exploring everything from our inner emotional landscapes to ex-communist cultural heritage, from sacrifice and sex to magic, space and flesh – we have bent the rules to cook up a feast of unprecedented visceral action and beauty.With up to four different shows per night, our festival is part of the wider Create09 Festival that stretches across the 5 Olympic Boroughs of London, bringing them together in a celebration of art, culture and performance in the run up to 2012 and beyond. See www.createlondon.orgProgramme SummaryProgramme Summary:Mon 6th July - Etta Ermini Dance Theatre / Yael Loewenstein / Capoeira - Kabula Arts and Culture with Steak Studio and special guest Adriano Ademale)Tue 7th July - Petra’s PulseWed 8th July - Freefall Theatre CompanyThur 9th July - Karin Fisher-Potisk, Henrietta Hale, Nikki TomlinsonFri 10th July - Funmi Adewole, Cécile Feza Bushidi and Kweku Aacht Sat 11th July - PartSuspendedMon13th July - Liz Chan and Dirty Market Theatre / Sweetshop RevolutionTue 14th July - HitchhikeDance Collective / Liz Chan and Dirty Market TheatreWed 15th July - Performance Klub Fiskulturnik / Lo CommotionThur 16th July - 2DivideFri 17th July - IJAD Dance CompanySat 18th July - Vocal Motions Elastic Theatre / IJAD Dance CompanyMon 20th July - Anonymous Ensemble & Philtre ProductionsTue 21st July - Alessandra Fel / Kittenkaboodle Dance TheatreWed 22nd July - Lucy Hind and David Toole / Wreckless ArtsThur 23rd July - Wreckless Arts / Curved Space Theatre / Tempered BodyFri 24th July - Kieran Sheehan Dance Theatre / Curved Space TheatreSat 25th July - Ketchup Creations / James WiltonMon 27th July - Aykolour Project (Ayaka Takai) / May I... Project / Big Beef Dance TheatreTue 28th July - Roberta Vaz / The Kamichi Plan Wed 29th July - AlKamie / The Kamichi PlanThur 30th July - Kat Beckford / ParadigmzFri 31st July - The Kamichi Plan / Hagit YakiraSat 1st August - Nico Monaco / Rick NodineSun 2nd August - Nico Monaco / Collettivo Unico / IJAD Dance Company


''A negative thinker see a difficulty in every opportunity,A positive thinker see an opportunity in every difficulty''
New Cuban Style Salsa Classes Every Saturday @ SalsaFiesta By
Antonio & Esther
The class will be divided in two levels, Beginners/Improvers & Intermediate/Advanced from 9pm -10pm

Club afterwards till 3am!

SalsaFiesta @
Dusk Till Dawn
1 Archway Close, N19 3TD (Opposite Archway Tube Station)

Open Every Saturday
2 Rooms Now @ Firefly Bar
&
2 for 1 Special Offer for Next Week!

We will now be using a second room at Firefly Bar, this will benefit everyone as there will be more space to dance and also it won't be too hot.

For next Monday 6th July we are offering two for the price of one!!

All you need to do is to bring a copy of this email!

Firefly Bar18 Old Bailey EC4M 7EP MAP Tube:St Paul's - Central Line (3mins) Class:Beginners, Improvers, Intermediate & Advanced from 6.45pm to 8pm.

Club afterwards till late!!