Ballet Hispanico - “Latin Nights” February 5, 2010

Welcome to the ultra-hip, exclusive Palladium night club in New York City, where mambo was king, Tito led the band and the dancing was sensational! Located in the heart of New York’s vibrant 1950’s jazz scene, the Palladium gave rise to the popularity of the Mambo, the Cha Cha, and the Merengue, as the hottest Latin musicians infused classic jazz with their complex, compelling rhythms. The room was always packed, and as couples tried to outdo each other on the dance floor, the Palladium became a showcase for the new Latin ballroom dance craze that swept the country. Ballet Hispanico celebrates the irresistible dance rhythms and musical geniuses that sparked the emergence of Latin jazz and dance at the Palladium, capturing the excitement of a night at this legendary club.

Official Website: http://www.bergenpac.org/music-and-motion/latin-nights/