Curtis Hall Community Center, 20 South St, Jamaica Plain, MA | Get Directions »
$15.00
Learn the Roots and History of the Salsa while you dance from master dancer Jorge Arce, Arts Educator and Cultural Historian • Secrets of smooth movements and cadence of this dance • How to listen to the music, when to start and how to count • To dance with the Klave • Derivates of steps that can enhance your dancing • Principles of partnering and turns. Jorge Arce received his Master of Education Degree from Harvard University in 1994. He has received numerous awards, including: the Cardinal Cushing Center Award for Outstanding Services to the Community 1987; the Alianza Hispana Recognition for Outstanding Contributions to the Continuing Growth and Success of the Hispanic Community 1991; the Mayor's Recognition to Outstanding Contributions to the City of Boston, 1991; the Massachusetts House of Representatives Recognition for Outstanding Contribution to the Arts, 1991; and the Dryslongo Award for years given consistently to anti-racism struggle, 1992. His musical group Humano was awarded the Boston Music Award for Outstanding Latin Act, 1990. Jorge was recognized as a 2012 Traditional Arts Fellowship Finalist by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. His cultural workshops and performances were programmed at more than 1000 schools, universities and educational centers.
| Where | Curtis Hall Community Center 20 South St, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130 |
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| Time | 7:15 pm–8:45 pm |
| Website | http://www.JorgeArce.org |
| Phone | 787-364-0198 |
| info@JorgeArce.org | |
| Price | $15 per lesson $12 per lesson for course |
Curtis Hall reopened in November 2011 after a year of renovations. Upgrades include installing central air.
The building has historically served as a "City Hall" for JP.
Activities here include swimming, basketball, working out with weights and cardio equipment, dance and community meetings.
