Explore the origins of Salsa, dubbed the most popular social dance in the world.
AIR DATE 10/1/15
The dance that began as a folk tradition has exploded into the mainstream, from nightclubs to performance halls, senior centers and salsa schools. Today, histories and traditions are recounted on dance floors across the region. From Casino-style to Colombian, from Puerto Rican to Dominican, the varied styles of the dance help delineate cultural identities and create connections and friendships.