After two years since their last performance at Howard Assembly Room, the UK’s top mambo/classic salsa ensemble Orchestra Mambo International returns to launch their debut album ¡APUNTALO!. Featuring special guest Claritzel Miyares.
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Please note that this is a standing event. If you have any access requirements, please contact our Box Office on 0151 709 3789.
Orchestra Mambo International perform live, featuring special guest Claritzel Miyares.
When the horns hit, standing still isn't an option.
From New York salsa classics to Afro-Cuban grooves, ¡Viva Salsa! returns with a night dedicated to the rhythms that transformed dancefloors around the world.
Performed by the 13-piece Orchestra Mambo International, this is salsa at its most vibrant, joyful and irresistible.
Enjoy a view overlooking the stage from our mezzanine restaurant.
CLICK HERE to see a detailed seat map of the restaurant. This event is strictly 18+ with ID required on arrival at the venue.
Album Launch Party
Orchestra Mambo International is a UK‐based mambo, cha cha, salsa dura and Afro‐Cuban jazz orchestra founded in 2022 by DJ Lubi and trombonist/bandleader Jonny Enright. What began as a one‐off concert in the north of England quickly turned into something much bigger, as the chemistry of the band and the response from audiences made it clear that this music had a life of its own.
Since then, they’ve played across the UK, including Glastonbury Festival and a BBC 6 Music Maida Vale session, building a reputation for joyful, high‐energy performances rooted in the classic sounds of Tito Puente, Eddie Palmieri, the Fania All‐Stars, Ray Barretto and Johnny Pacheco.
Their debut album, ¡Apúntalo! — named after the catchphrase of veteran Venezuelan singer Carlos “Pachanga” Peña — is released in September 2026 and delivers eight original tunes moving through mambo, salsa dura, pachanga, son montuno, Puerto Rican bomba and Latin jazz, honouring tradition while bringing a fresh UK perspective. The album is backed by a UK tour showcasing an international, cross‐generational line‐up and an explosive, party‐starting Latin sound.
Orchestra Mambo International is made for listeners who love classic salsa, Latin jazz and Afro‐Caribbean music played with heart, style and fire.
Ashburton Arts Centre
Always three prices – please pay what you can. Pay less, come to more! See https://ashburtonarts.org.uk/access-booking-tickets-parking-finding-us. for more about why there are three ticket prices, plus other useful info about coming to events at Ashburton Arts Centre.
Level access from street – please contact us on boxoffice@ashburtonarts.org.uk if a wheelchair space is needed, or if you have any other special requirements.
Since then, they’ve played across the UK, including Glastonbury Festival and a BBC 6 Music Maida Vale session, building a reputation for joyful, high‐energy performances rooted in the classic sounds of Tito Puente, Eddie Palmieri, the Fania All‐Stars, Ray Barretto and Johnny Pacheco.
Their debut album, ¡Apúntalo! — named after the catchphrase of veteran Venezuelan singer Carlos “Pachanga” Peña — is released in September 2026 and delivers eight original tunes moving through mambo, salsa dura, pachanga, son montuno, Puerto Rican bomba and Latin jazz, honouring tradition while bringing a fresh UK perspective. The album is backed by a UK tour showcasing an international, cross‐generational line‐up and an explosive, party‐starting Latin sound.
Orchestra Mambo International is made for listeners who love classic salsa, Latin jazz and Afro‐Caribbean music played with heart, style and fire.
Ashburton Arts Centre
Always three prices – please pay what you can. Pay less, come to more! See https://ashburtonarts.org.uk/access-booking-tickets-parking-finding-us. for more about why there are three ticket prices, plus other useful info about coming to events at Ashburton Arts Centre.
Level access from street – please contact us on boxoffice@ashburtonarts.org.uk if a wheelchair space is needed, or if you have any other special requirements.
Our popular Studio Jazz series moves to the Theatre for one night only for this very special, 13-piece, Latin jazz extravaganza!
With on stage interview at 7.45pm
With on stage interview at 7.45pm
Orchestra Mambo International perform live, featuring special guest Claritzel Miyares.
Orchestra Mambo International + DJ Lubi + Santa Leticia
12-piece Latin big band celebrates the golden era of mambo, salsa dura, and Afro-Cuban jazz with contemporary energy.
Orchestra Mambo International perform live.
Orchestra Mambo International perform live!
Orchestra Mambo International perform live, featuring special guest Claritzel Miyares.