Sam Sodano: The Latin Pioneer Behind the Ohio Star Ball
Sam Sodano helped change ballroom Latin, shaped American Rhythm education and built the Ohio Star Ball into an American dance institution.
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Bob “Bobby” Medeiros: The Mambo Dancer Who Changed Ballroom Latin
Bob “Bobby” Medeiros brought mambo roots and unmistakably American rhythm to International Latin—with Sheryn Hawkins, Linda Dean and generations of students.
Vernon Brock: The American Champion Who Changed Latin Dancing
Vernon Brock won six U.S. Professional Latin titles with Beverly Donahue and Linda Dean—and helped push competitive Latin in a new direction.
Ron Montez and Elizabeth Curtis: America’s Seven-Time Latin Champions
The seven-title partnership of Ron Montez and Elizabeth Curtis—and how its influence traveled through teaching, television, professional organization, and generations of dancers.
The History of Ballroom Dancing in America
From Vernon and Irene Castle and the disputed Harry Fox story to wartime swing, Arthur Murray, Fred Astaire Dance Studios, American Smooth and Rhythm, and the champions who shaped modern DanceSport.
Vals Criollo and Tango Vals: A Complete Guide to the Rioplatense Waltz
A complete guide to vals criollo, tango vals, vals porteno, vals ciudadano and vals cruzado, and how these overlapping names fit into the Rioplatense waltz tradition.
A Comprehensive History of Argentine Tango
A comprehensive history of Argentine tango, from its Río de la Plata origins in Buenos Aires and Montevideo to Golden Age orchestras, social dance styles, nuevo tango, and contemporary milonga culture.
What Is Voguing? The History of Ballroom Culture, Houses, and Balls
A beginner-friendly history of voguing and ballroom culture, from Harlem drag balls and houses to Old Way, New Way, Vogue Femme, Paris Is Burning, Willi Ninja, and today.
History of Lindy Hop: Origins, the Savoy Ballroom, and Hollywood Style Swing
A comprehensive history of Lindy Hop, from its Harlem and Savoy Ballroom roots to Whitey’s Lindy Hoppers, Frankie Manning, Dean Collins, Hollywood style, and the modern swing dance revival.
History of Arthur Murray
Arthur Murray, a name that has become nearly synonymous with ballroom dancing, shaped the dance world in ways that few have. Through his innovative teaching methods and entrepreneurial spirit, he made dance accessible to the masses and left an indelible mark on popular culture. This article delves into the life and contributions of Arthur Murray,