9:00 pm - Saturday, March 19

SDLFF Closing Night Party & Salsa Concert

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After the closing night movies on March 19, join the 23rd San Diego Latino Film Festival at the 2016 Closing Night Party & Concert with a very special ?Se Baila con Polanco,? a tribute to Johnny Polanco. Hosted by Latin Flavor Productions.

Featuring: Artie Webb and his Hollywood Salsa All-Stars with former member of Johnny Polanco?s Orquesta Amistad. Artie Webb & Hollywood Salsa All Stars (Latin Jazz). Flutist and Latin music legend Artie Webb was born in Philadelphia, PA, and studied at the Philadelphia Musical Academy with John Wummer (former soloist with the New York Philharmonic Orchestra). In 1972, he moved to New York City to play with ?The Adventures of Soul? at the Ali Baba Club on 59th St. and First Ave. Shortly after moving to New York, he was hired by Ray Barretto on the spot to become the youngest member of his band. While in New York, he performed and recorded with artist such as Tito Puente, Chick Corea, Stanley Clarke, Pharoah Sanders, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Fania All Stars and Eddie Palmieri.

Plus, DJ Mambo Castillo, playing some of the latest Salsa, Bachata and Merengue music. And, Violeta Salsera teaching a Salsa class from 8-9pm. The MC for the event is Ismael ?East? Carlo and Tommy Rosas from Latin Flavor Productions.

Mingle with visiting SDLFF film celebrities (Gustavo Sanchez Parra, Cassanda Ciangherotti, Humberto Busto, Hector Bonilla), hear great music, dance salsa, pay tribute to an amazing band leader who played at previous SDLFF events, beverage sponsors (Stella Artois), & more!

Check out the closing night movies starring Gustavo Sanchez Parra, Cassanda Ciangherotti, Humberto Busto, Hector Bonilla y mas! See movies first at AMC Fashion Valley 18 and then free transportation will take you to the party!

Admission/Cost:

Saturday, March 19 - 9:00 PM to 1:00 AM (Doors open at 7:00 PM)

For more information, please visit: www.digitalgym.org