CUBATA FEST Workshops, Shows + CUBAMANIA EXTRAVAGANZA @ THE GOV

Join La Bomba at the 2nd Annual CUBATA FEST 3, 4, 5 October Long Weekend – across four venues Celebrate the heartbeat and spirit of Afro-Latin music, Cuban dance, and authentic culture! Festival Highlights: 3 Social Dance Fiestas (Fri, Sat, Sun) Dance opportunities with special guest instructors (Fri, Sat, Sun) 5 World-class workshops (Sat + Sun) Mojito Cuban cocktail class (Sat) Traditional Cuban dinner (Sat) Spectacular professional & student dance shows (Sun) Live Cuban music with Kekoson (Melbourne) (Sun) Latin DJs mixing sizzling Cuban vibes (Fri, Sat, Sun) ::: FRIDAY NIGHT – CUBATA WELCOME FIESTA @ CASA BLABLA, LEIGH ST ADL 9:00pm – 2:00am Dance non-stop Salsa, Cha Cha Cha, Timba, Bachata and Reparto with DJ Señorita and our guest Cuban artists. Free entry all night. ::: SATURDAY – 4 DANCE WORKSHOPS Venue: La Bomba Dance Studio, Casa Cultural, 44 Woodville Rd, Woodville (corner Church St, behind Uniting Church) Duration: 1.5 hrs per class Cost: $30 presold / $35 on the day 1) Salsa Suelta + Styling (Men’s + Ladies’) – 11:00am Instructors: Mariesly, Dayan, Piter Flow, footwork, styling, and Afro-Cuban energy. (Non-partnered) 2) Afro-Cuban Body Movement – Oshun & Oggun – 12:30pm Instructors: Mariesly, Piter Learn movements inspired by Orishas, exploring rhythm, history, and expression. (Non-partnered) 3) Rumba + Partner Work – 2:00pm Instructors: Mariesly, Dayan Explore Guaguancó, styling, flirtation, and rhythm. Ladies bring a flowy skirt/scarf; men bring a bandana. 4) Sharpen Your Rueda Skills – 3:30pm Instructors: Mariesly, Dayan Intermediate/Advanced (prior Rueda required). Fresh calls, combinations, and Cuban flair. ::: SATURDAY EVENING – MOJITO MAKING CLASS + CUBAN DINNER Pre-bookings essential @ La Bomba Dance Studio 5:30pm – Mojito cocktail class with Cuban bartender Olli ($25) 6pm – 9:30pm – Cuban Dinner ($30 meat / $25 vegetarian) Meat dish: Ropa Vieja (shredded beef), rice, beans, yucca, salad Vegetarian option: rice, beans, yucca, salad Combo Pass (Cocktail Class + Cuban Dinner): $50 Cuban tunes: DJ Señorita Chef: Chinita ::: SATURDAY NIGHT – AFTER PARTY @ MALA MIA 9:00pm – late Salsa class, midnight dance-off, DJs Rio + Señorita mixing Cuban and Latino fiesta vibes. $10 before 11pm / $15 after (free for Super Pass + Beginner Pass holders). Venue: Mala Mia, 268 Morphett St, Adelaide ::: SUNDAY – SON MASTERCLASS @ THE GOV 6:30pm – 7:45pm Instructors: Mariesly + Dayan Intermediate/Advanced (prior Son experience required). Explore rhythm, lead/follow, partner work, and expressive Cuban flair. ::: SUNDAY NIGHT – CUBAMANIA EXTRAVAGANZA @ THE GOV The main event of CUBATA FEST 2025! Featuring: Live Cuban music with Melbourne’s Kekoson Quintet Dance shows from international Cuban artists & local students DJ Señorita keeping the party alive till late Doors 7:30pm – 1:30am *** CUBATA PASSES & PRICES Super Dance Pass – $165 (save $50+) Includes: ALL 5 workshops, Sat After Party, Sunday @ The Gov CubaMania Beginner Dance Pass – $100 (save $45+) Includes: 3 open-level workshops (Sat), Sat After Party, Sunday @ The Gov CubaMania Workshops: $30 presold / $35 on the day (75 mins each) Mojito Workshop: $25 Cuban Dinner: $30 meat / $25 vegetarian Cocktail + Dinner Combo: $50 CubaMania @ The Gov / Tickets: $30 (1st release until 26 Sept) $35 (2nd release) $40 on the night Included in Super Pass + Beginners Pass BOOK ONLINE:: www.trybooking.com/DFUVX Or SMS 0401 811 722 for EFT details and avoid fees ::: < CUBATA 2025 FEATURED ARTISTS > Mariesly Paradelo (Cuba / Australia) Celebrated for her energetic, fun, and inclusive style, Mariesly is a versatile Cuban dance artist who has taught and performed across the globe. She shines in Salsa, Afro, Son, Rumba, Ladies Styling, and many other Cuban street and traditional dance forms. As the founder of the Latinsalseando Salsa Project in both Havana and the Gold Coast, Mariesly continues to share and express Cuban culture with passion and creativity across borders. Adelaide adores Mariesly — and we are thrilled to welcome her back for Cubata Fest 2025! *** Dayan Sanchez Marsilli (Havana, Cuba) Highly skilled in authentic Cuban and popular dances, Dayan moves effortlessly through Salsa, Rueda de Casino, Rumba, Cubatón, Timba, Cha Cha Cha, and Yoruba styles. Renowned for his dynamic teaching and deep cultural knowledge, he has inspired dancers worldwide, instructing across Havana, India, Malaysia, and now Australia. His recent highlights include: *Australian Rueda Championship & Cuban Dance Festival *Adelaide Sensual Weekend *Salsa Expo *Tropicana National Dance Competition We welcome Dayan back to Cubata Fest 2025 to light up the floor with Cuban rhythm and flow! *** Piter Pantoja López (Cuba / Australia) A highly respected Cuban dance teacher and performer, Piter specialises in Afro-Cuban, Salsa, Rumba, Son, and Rueda de Casino, bringing both tradition and vibrant energy to every workshop and performance. With years of experience teaching and performing across Cuba, Finland, and around Australia, he has previously toured internationally with some of Cuba’s most renowned stage productions. Known for his precision, passion, and infectious Cuban spirit, Piter energises dancers everywhere he goes. We are delighted to welcome Piter to Cubata Fest for the very first time! ::: CUBATA FEST 2025 is proudly presented by La Bomba Productions – celebrating 25 years of authentic Latin dance and events in 2025. Email: [email protected] | SMS: 0401 811 722