🎶An All-UC Cultural & Academic Evening on Tap: The Legacy of Latin Music and Dance in NYC 🎶 

Join Alumni from UC San Diego, UCLA, UCI, UCD, UC Berkeley, UCSB, UCSC, and UCR for a unique cultural experience hosted by MAMBROSO—a production house and dance studio founded and operated by a proud UC Alum.

This isn’t just a night out. It’s an exploration of heritage, movement, and meaning.

What to Expect:

🔥 Fireside Chat & Lecture 🔥 

We begin the evening with a thought-provoking conversation on the history and academic significance of Latin music and dance in New York City, tracing its roots and influence on generations past and present.

💃 Interactive Cultural Experience 🕺🏽 

After the lecture, the night moves from talk to action. At 7:30 PM, join a private salsa class led by the UC Alum and founder of Mambroso. Then at 8:30 PM, Liethis Hechavarria of Alvin Ailey leads an Afro-Cuban dance session—turning theory into rhythm, and bridging the gap between learning and living culture.

🍽️ Community & Networking 🤝

Enjoy meaningful conversations over food and drinks while connecting with fellow UC alumni across campuses and industries.

🎭 Performances & Music 🎵 

Immerse yourself in curated live performances and music that highlight the evolution and artistry of Latin rhythm.

🎟️ Tickets: $20 🎟️ 

Includes entrance to the full program, salsa class, and access to a high-caliber cultural production. And first 50 through the door get a $10 voucher to spend at the venue. 

This is more than an event—it’s a celebration of scholarship, identity, and connection through the power of music and movement.

Reserve your spot now and be a part of a night where UC minds come together to honor culture, community, and history in motion.