Pier 54 – Hudson River Park

Whether you’ve been dancing for years, or want to learn how to boogie like a pro, Hudson River Park’s MoonDance is your chance to strut your stuff under the stars! No experience necessary. Featured styles include swing, tango and salsa.

Free dance lessons 6:30-7:10pm courtesy of Dance Manhattan.
Live Music 7:10-10pm

12 July 2009 – Swing with George Gee Big Band
19 July 2009 – Tango with Hector Del Curto & The Eternal Tango Orchestra
26 July 2009 – Latin with Los Hermanos Colon
2 August 2009 – Latin with Nu Guajiro
9 August 2009 – Swing with David Berger Jazz Orchestra

Setting the stage for dancing Sunday nights throughout the summer is Hudson River Park’s MoonDance. This amazing event starts with free dance instructions from the renowned school, Dance Manhattan, and culminates in an all out dance extravaganza. MoonDance allows seasoned dancers and novices alike to get out on the custom dance floor and learn steps from exceptional instructors in Tango, Swing and Salsa. Each night of MoonDance features a different dance style accompanied by some of the best live bands in the business.

Dances are frequently attended by more than 1,000 people. “We really love coming out here and teaching both experienced dancers and people who have never taken a dance step in their entire life.” Says Elena Iannucci, owner, manager and one of the instructors of Dance Manhattan. “ I can’t count how many times someone just happens to be walking by, comes over to see what is going on, and the next thing you know they are doing the Tango.”