Show Dates and Times:

Sat 6/5: 3pm & 7pm

Sun 6/6: 1pm & 5pm

Thurs 6/24: 7pm

Fri 6/25: 7pm

Sat 6/26: 3pm & 7pm

Sun 6/27: 1pm & 5pm

A theatrical production that celebrates and examines the Chicago Puerto Rican experience. Using “home” as a central theme, a cast of Puerto Rican artists embody stories of pride, struggle, and resilience through original Afro-Latin dance, spoken word, and music. An interactive segment invites the audience to explore their own connection to home through a creative workshop.

Created by Maria Luisa and Logan Lu AKA Luis Tubens

Cast:

Dancers- Alyssa Harlston and Angela Townsend

Band: Peter “Maestro” Vale, Natalie Lande, and Lester Rey

Show Dates and Times:

Sat 6/5: 3pm & 7pm

Sun 6/6: 1pm & 5pm

Thurs 6/24: 7pm

Fri 6/25: 7pm

Sat 6/26: 3pm & 7pm

Sun 6/27: 1pm & 5pm

A theatrical production that celebrates and examines the Chicago Puerto Rican experience. Using “home” as a central theme, a cast of Puerto Rican artists embody stories of pride, struggle, and resilience through original Afro-Latin dance, spoken word, and music. An interactive segment invites the audience to explore their own connection to home through a creative workshop.

Created by Maria Luisa and Logan Lu AKA Luis Tubens

Cast:

Dancers- Alyssa Harlston and Angela Townsend

Band: Peter “Maestro” Vale, Natalie Lande, and Lester Rey

Class dates:

Dates: 5/24, 5/31, 6/07, 6/14

Basic 1 Salsa: 1:00 PM - 1:50 PM

This class will focus on teaching the roots of salsa music and dance, as well as technique for basic steps and turns for on2 salsa. This class is great for those who have no previous experience with dancing on2 salsa, or need to refresh. 

Basic 2- 2:00 PM- 2:50 PM

This class will delve deeper into footwork fundamentals and incorporate body movement technique. Must have previous experience dancing on2 salsa. 

Mindfulness activities are incorporated to foster the mind-body connection and to nurture a sense of freedom and expression on (and off) the dance floor.  

 Want to give the class a try before registering? Need to brush up on your steps? In need of a quick movement break?

Join us on the Segundo Ruiz Belviz Cultural Center Facebook page for free* Facebook Live lessons:

Sunday, May 16th @ 1pm
Monday, May 18th @7pm
Friday, May 18th @7pm

*Classes are free but donations will be accepted on Facebook

Class dates:

Dates: 3/12, 3/19, 3/26, 4/02

Basic 2 Salsa: 6:30 PM-7:30 PM

Continue to make progress on your basic steps and turns while expanding your partner work fundamentals and connection.

Basic 4 Salsa: 7:30 PM-8:30 PM

Begin to learn in-and-outs and learn how to use breaks to facilitate more complex turn sequences. Social dancing and improvisation will be a primary focus.

Mindfulness activities are incorporated to foster the mind-body connection and to nurture a sense of freedom and expression on (and off) the dance floor.  

Note: 
Classes are progressive and each class builds on the last so your skills can grow as you continue. For this reason, drop-ins for basic classes are not encouraged. Some experience is necessary to enter a class other than Basic 1. Not sure which level is right for you? You may request an assessment if you are unsure of which level is appropriate.

These beginner's classes will focus on teaching the roots of salsa music and dance, as well as teach the basic steps and partner work fundamentals for on2 salsa. This class will also incorporate mindfulness activities that will foster individual expression and the mind-body connection to help you nurture a sense of freedom and individual expression on (and off) the dance floor.

Class dates:

02/06, 02/13, 02/20, 02/27

Basic 1 Salsa: 6:30 PM-7:30 PM

Basic 3 Salsa: 7:30 PM-8:30 PM

This beginner's class will focus on teaching the roots of salsa music and dance, as well as teach the basic steps and partner work fundamentals for on2 salsa. This class will also incorporate mindfulness activities that will foster individual expression and the mind-body connection to help you nurture a sense of freedom and individual expression on (and off) the dance floor.

Class dates:

12/5, 12/12, 12/19, 01/02

Basic 1 Salsa: 6:00 PM-7:00 PM

Basic 2 Salsa: 7:00 PM-8:00PM

Maria’s love for Latin Dance stems from her Puerto Rican roots and connection to Latinx culture. She is a dance instructor and artistic director for MODOS Dance Company, a therapeutic dance company that provides access to therapeutic dance to underserved communities in Chicago. Maria loves to showcase her fierce and bold persona on stage, but also enjoys sharing her goofy and outgoing self with others off the stage. Her passion for dance and psychology led her to pursue her Masters Degree in Dance/Movement Therapy and Counseling at Columbia College Chicago. She has a strong understanding of the mind-body connection, which shapes her holistic approach with her students, building well-rounded dancers through the power of movement.

This beginners class will focus on teaching the roots of salsa music and dance, as well as teach the basic steps and partner work fundamentals for on2 salsa. This class will also incorporate mindfulness activities that will foster individual expression and the mind-body connection to help you nurture a sense of freedom and individual expression on (and off) the dance floor.

When: Every Thursday, Oct. 24th- Nov. 14th

Time: 6:30-7:30

Price: $40 for all 4 weeks of classes

This fun, inclusive, and engaging class is for children ages 7-12 years old. This beginners class will focus on teaching the roots of salsa music and dance, as well as teach the basic steps and partner work fundamentals for “on2” salsa. Led by a registered dance therapist who has extensive experience working in both recreational and mental health settings, this class will incorporate activities that will foster self-esteem, social-emotional learning, creativity, expression, and communication skills.

When: Every Thursday, Oct. 24th- Nov. 14th

Time: 5:30-6:30

Price: $40 for all 4 weeks of classes