CUGAT! (2007)

Choreographed by Eduardo Vilaro

Photo by Kristie Kahns

Photo by Kristie Kahns

 

In this fast-pace, high energy work, artistic director Eduardo Vilaro has created a whimsical and startling tribute to Xavier Cugat, the King of Mambo and one of the greatest Latin musicians of all time


Praise for CUGAT!

"A surefire hit, a thrill ride through Latin dance and a high-octane tribute to bandleader Xavier Cugat." - Sid Smith, Chicago Tribune


Meet the Artists

Stephanie Martinez

Stephanie Martinez

Choreographer

Stephanie Martinez started her dance career with River North Chicago Dance Company under the direction of Sherry Zunker and Frank Chaves. During her 14 years with the company she performed principal roles in the works of Ashley Rowland, Daniel Ezralow...