On Friday 11 August, Latin in the Park is back at the Zuiderpark Theatre! After an amazing previous edition with over 800 dancing visitors, the world tour in Latin music continues to the New York of the 1970s. This edition will also feature master percussionist Gerardo Rosales together with his 12-piece La Vintage Orchestra. This evening pays tribute to the iconic Fania Records: the record label that unleashed the Salsa revolution in New York in the 1970s. Ticket sales are in full swing.
About Fania Records
Fania Records is considered the figurehead of Salsa music worldwide. This tribute night is dedicated to the label's legendary artists such as Hector Lavoe, Celia Cruz, Willie Colon, Tito Puente and more! The evening starts with a workshop Salsa on2, also known as New York style, led by dancer Anne Elise Wouters. Then the party will erupt with Gerardo Rosales' La Vintage Orchestra and DJ Phily!
Practical information
There are food trucks on site, atmospheric seating areas and, of course, ice-cold drinks to cool down with. Buy your tickets á €16,- p.p. For Ooiervaarspas holders it is €7,50. The theatre island in the Zuiderpark opens from 18:00. An edition is also scheduled for Saturday 9 September.
About Latin the Hague
Latin The Hague is a young, Hague-based events organisation run by Daniël Patanduk and Rischell Dhanpal. Their aim is to organise Latin-American dance and music culture events in The Hague and surrounding areas. Events that are accessible and low-threshold, where everyone is welcome to dance and enjoy Latin-American dance and music.