This year’s theme is … 'VIVA LAS VEGAS' A tribute to the icons.
A spectacle showcasing the most dynamic and exciting entertainers to set foot in Las Vegas. Take a musical journey to experience all of the glitz, glamour and extravagant costumes that made Vegas...Vegas but with a Latin twist. An event not to be missed!
The event will consist of an early dance class, social dancing to a live Big Band Orchestra & DJ’s, best dressed competitions, and of course our Student Performance Teams and Pro-Ams.
Join a performance team and experience the thrill of showcasing your hard work and passion for dancing to your family & friends and why you miss family dinners, afterwork drinks and arrive home late on a school night.
Afraid of the stage? Don’t worry because you won’t be alone, you'll be dancing with friends, your instructors will be in your corner and the crowd will be cheering you on and celebrating you!
There are 6 teams to choose from, do one or do them all.
SALSA TEAM / CUBAN SALSA TEAM / BACHATA TEAM / LADIES SALSA SHINES TEAM / MIXED SHINES TEAM / BACHATA SHINES TEAM
Performance Training Commencement Dates:
**Sunday 6th September x for 10 weeks – 1 hr sessions**
(Excluding Melb Cup Long weekend)
Please note the Bachata Shines team will commence at a later date.
Auditions will be held on Sunday 23rd August - see details below.
Introducing your choreographers
SALSA TEAM: Abdo Dalloul
CUBAN RUEDA TEAM: Abdo Dalloul
BACHATA TEAM: Abdo Dalloul
LADIES SALSA SHINES TEAM: Trinity Osorio Schwarz
MIXED SHINES TEAM: Carly Ericksen
BACHATA SHINES TEAM: Julian Beltran & Kiki Lopez
For more information, read below
or to register for the audition you can email gabby@melbournesalsa.com.au
or complete the form at the bottom of this page.
Rehearsals Commencing Sunday 6th September – Sunday 15th November
(10 weeks Excluding Melb Cup Long weekends)
2.30pm – 3.30pm at The Melb Salsa Studio Collingwood
Vegas lights? Check. Classic tune? Absolutely. Showtime? You bet.
This year, we’re hitting the stage with a fresh, high-energy take on “Hit the Road Jack”, bringing one of music’s most iconic classics to the bright lights of Las Vegas. 🎤♠️
Under Abdo Dalloul’s direction, you’ll dive into exciting partner work 🤝, stylish shines 👣, eye-catching tricks 🔥, and plenty of performance moments guaranteed to entertain both dancers and the audience.
So polish those dance shoes, bring your biggest stage smile 😎, and get ready to roll the dice on an unforgettable Vegas adventure.
What happens in Vegas… ends with a standing ovation! 🎰✨
You do not need to have a partner to register.
***INTERMEDIATE to ADVANCED DANCERS ONLY***
Entry is via audition only.
Audition Date: Sunday 23rd August - 4:30PM sharp at the Melbourne Salsa Studio.
Audition will finish by 5:00PM.
You will take part in a group salsa class, you will not be dancing on your own and it will not feel like an audition.
There are limited places so please register your interest with us now!
Once selected, you must be available to attend the 10 week performance course and perform at the Melbourne Salsa Showcase on Saturday 21st November.
Being part of a team is a commitment and we want every student to grow and experience the thrill of performing!
Cost: $335 includes entry to the Event.
*Please note this price does not include costume, this is an additional cost TBC (approx. $150)
Rehearsals Commencing Sunday 6th September – Sunday 15th November
(10 weeks Excluding Melb Cup Long weekends)
1.15pm – 2.15pm at The Melb Salsa Studio Collingwood
❤️🎺 Love? Yes. Cuban rhythm? Always. Vegas? Even better
This year, our Cuban Salsa Rueda team brings a lively new Cuban salsa version of the timeless classic “L-O-V-E” to the Vegas stage. It’s elegant, playful, energetic—and impossible not to smile along with. 💃🕺Led by Abdo Dalloul, you’ll enjoy fun partner work 🤝, creative rueda formations 🔄, fast-paced calls 🎶, and the teamwork that makes Cuban Salsa so addictive.
Expect plenty of laughs, great music, and that unique rueda energy that keeps everyone moving from beginning to end.
Because in Vegas… all you need is L-O-V-E. ❤️♣️✨
You do not need to have a partner to register.
***INTERMEDIATE to ADVANCED DANCERS ONLY***
Entry is via audition only.
Audition Date: Sunday 23rd August - 4:00PM sharp at the Melbourne Salsa Studio.
Audition will finish by 4:30PM.
You will take part in a group salsa class, you will not be dancing on your own and it will not feel like an audition.
There are limited places so please register your interest with us now!
Once selected, you must be available to attend the 10 week performance course and perform at the Melbourne Salsa Showcase on Saturday 21st November.
Being part of a team is a commitment and we want every student to grow and experience the thrill of performing!
Cost: $335 includes entry to the Event.*Please note this price does not include costume, this is an additional cost TBC (approx. $150)
Rehearsals Commencing Sunday 6th September – Sunday 15th November
(10 weeks Excluding Melb Cup Long weekends)
12.00pm – 1.00pm at The Melb Salsa Studio Collingwood
🕶️🖤 Vegas attitude? Check. Bachata? Of course. Michael Jackson? Beat it.
This year, our Bachata Team brings a bold new twist to Michael Jackson’s legendary hit “Beat It”, transforming this iconic anthem into a stylish, powerful bachata performance made for the Vegas stage. ♠️✨
Led by Abdo Dalloul, you’ll explore smooth partner work 🤝, musical styling 🎶, dynamic combinations 🔥, and dramatic moments that capture both the intensity of the music and the elegance of bachata.
Expect confidence, connection, and plenty of wow moments as we bring this timeless classic to life with a fresh Latin flavour. Because in Vegas… you don’t just dance to Beat It… you own the stage. 🎰🕺✨
You do not need to have a partner to register.
***INTERMEDIATE to ADVANCED DANCERS ONLY***
Entry is via audition only
Audition Date: Sunday 23rd August - 3:30PM sharp at the Melbourne Salsa Studio.
Audition will finish by 4:00PM
You will take part in a group salsa class, you will not be dancing on your own and it will not feel like an audition.
There are limited places so please register your interest with us now!
Once selected, you must be available to attend the 10 week performance course and perform at the Melbourne Salsa Showcase on Saturday 21st November.
Being part of a team is a commitment and we want every student to grow and experience the thrill of performing!
Cost: $335 includes entry to the Event.*Please note this price does not include costume, this is an additional cost TBC (approx. $150)
Rehearsals Commencing Sunday 6th September – Sunday 15th November
(10 weeks Excluding Melb Cup Long weekends)
3.45pm – 4.45pm at The Melb Salsa Studio Collingwood
“ Step into the spotlight and join our Ladies Salsa Shines Performance Team for a fun, flirty, and fabulous new choreography inspired by the glitz and glamour of Las Vegas and that 'Feeling Good' vibe ❤️♠️♦️♣️
Together we'll dive into: ✨ Musicality 🎵 Rhythm and timing 💃 Body movement and styling 👠 Performance skills and stage presence 🔥 Confidence, connection, and expression.
This course is an opportunity to challenge yourself, grow as a dancer, and share the experience with a wonderful group of women, all while working towards a glamorous show stopping performance with a touch of Vegas sparkle.
If you've been looking for a space to refine your dancing, embrace your individuality, and enjoy the journey of performing, don't miss your chance to join us! 🎲
***INTERMEDIATE to ADVANCED DANCERS ONLY***
Entry is via audition only.
Audition Date: Sunday 23rd August - 5:00PM sharp at the Melbourne Salsa Studio.
Audition will finish by 5:30PM
You will take part in a group salsa class, you will not be dancing on your own and it will not feel like an audition.
There are limited places so please register your interest with us now!
Once selected, you must be available to attend the 10 week performance course and perform at the Melbourne Salsa Showcase on Saturday 21st November.
Being part of a team is a commitment and we want every student to grow and experience the thrill of performing!
Cost: $335 includes entry to the Event.*Please note this price does not include costume, this is an additional cost TBC (approx. $150)
Rehearsals Commencing Sunday 6th September – Sunday 15th November
(10 weeks Excluding Melb Cup Long weekends)
5.00pm – 6.00pm at The Melb Salsa Studio Collingwood
Guys & Gals, it's your time to shine in this redefined headline act 🕺💃
“Broadway Vegas ” brings smoky jazz, Class and rhythm with a punch. Combining salsa, mambo, and fosse jazz arrangements.Think broadway Vegas meets modern cabaret — top hats, tails, canes and razor sharp charisma. A performance that is theatrical and Unforgettable. Chicago was a broadway sensation with Catherine Zeta-Jones redefining what a headline act could look like in the 2000s.
Want to sharpen, glamourise your dancing skills and add a little Jazz flavour? This performance course is for you!
You do not need to have a partner to register.
***INTERMEDIATE to ADVANCED DANCERS ONLY***
Entry is via audition only.
Audition Date: Sunday 23rd August - 5:30PM sharp at the Melbourne Salsa Studio.
Audition will finish by 6:00PM
You will take part in a group salsa class, you will not be dancing on your own and it will not feel like an audition.
There are limited places so please register your interest with us now!
Once selected, you must be available to attend the 10 week performance course and perform at the Melbourne Salsa Showcase on Saturday 21st November.
Being part of a team is a commitment and we want every student to grow and experience the thrill of performing!
Cost: $335 includes entry to the Event.*Please note this price does not include costume, this is an additional cost TBC (approx. $150)
**This performance course will start on a later date...Details coming soon**
Get ready to hit the stage for this year’s Melbourne Salsa End of Year Showcase, Viva Las Vegas!
Kiki & Julian are bringing a fresh, dynamic take to the stage with a performance project inspired by the musicality, connection, and effortless flow of Bachata.
In a new, fast-paced 5-week format, you’ll dive deep into body movement, styling, and movement quality, creating an authentic, high-energy routine built to dazzle the audience.
Every rehearsal is crafted to be more than just learning choreography—it’s an opportunity to elevate your dancing as a whole. You'll gain practical techniques and expression that you can take straight to the social dance floor long after the curtain falls.
Join us for an unforgettable journey to grow as a dancer, challenge yourself, and shine with an amazing team!
Rehearsals for this team will begin in October... Audition date will be announced in the coming weeks.... Stay tuned.
Please send us an email to register your interest🕺💃
***INTERMEDIATE to ADVANCED DANCERS ONLY***
Once selected, you must be available to attend the 10 week performance course and perform at the Melbourne Salsa Showcase on Saturday 21st November.
Being part of a team is a commitment and we want every student to grow and experience the thrill of performing!
Cost: $335 includes entry to the Event. *Please note this price does not include costume, this is an additional cost TBC (approx. $150)
Additional Information
LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE... BOOK IN EARLY!
To book your place in an Audition complete the form below or email us at gabby@melbournesalsa.com.au
Once you have been selected, payment must be made by Thursday 3rd September 2026.
Course Guidelines for students: