Mary Scanlon

Los Angeles, CA

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Travels up to 200 miles

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Overview

Parties and Special Events- Salsa, Swing, Ballroom, Latin, Tango, Country, Hustle and more!
Choreographed performances (by Mary's All Pro Dance Company, One Professional Dance Couple, or 2 Professional Female Dancers) ; Fun and easy dance lessons to get guests on their feet; Social dancing; and more!

Private instruction and choreography for groups and individuals available.


Reviews

12 reviews

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Teri M.

June 11, 2025
Verified review

Just What I Wanted

Mary and her partner Francisco were on time and confirmed with me the different style dances/music I had in mind for my daughter’s high school graduation party ahead of time. I received so many compliments for the dance lessons idea. The adults and even the teenagers too said that Mary and Francisco were awesome instructors and that they had a blast learning the dances!

Hired as: Dance Instructor


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Kristin O.

July 9, 2018
Verified review

Great to work with!

Mary was very easy to work with. She provided exactly what I needed for a unique choreographed dance with various people (who have no/little dance experience). It was not an easy task, but she exceeded our expectations!

Hired as: Choreographer


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Linda F.

May 22, 2018
Verified review

Great

Mary and her partner were great. They got the guests up and dancing which wasn't easy . Between dancing with the guests, teaching and demonstrating the dances, they manage to engage most everyone and added a special extra dimension to the evening.

Hired as: 1920s Era Entertainment, Dance Instructor, Dancer


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Brittany R.

April 30, 2018
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Beautiful performance, very professional!

Couldn’t say enough good things about Mary and her company, they were SO professional, had gorgeous costumes and were engaging! They took the party to the next level and not only added festive ambiance but gave a beautiful performance.

Hired as: Cuban Entertainment, Salsa Dancer


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Joanne W.

March 13, 2018

Dancing Thru the Decades!!

Our biggest fundraiser of the year – we hired Mary Scanlon and the ‘Flip Me Dip Me Dancers’ to do a 30-minute performance. The chair of the event wanted a show, “Dancing Thru the Decades”. So we sat with Mary and she helped us put together the following: 1930’S - “Putting on the Ritz”; 1940’S - “In the Mood”; 1950’S - “Rock Around The Clock”; 1960’S - “Let’s Twist Again”; 1970’S - “Jungle Boogie”; and, 1980’S - “Thriller”.

The show consisted of 15 dancers/performers. The dancing routines were dynamic – totally professional. You could easily tell that the dancers worked hard and practiced their routines until they reached perfection. The costumes, make-up, and hair styles were right on for each decade. The grand finale – Michael Jackson’s ‘Thriller’ – was awesome. There were 11 dancers in all – everyone was in zombie costume and the make-up was done by a professional make-up artist.

Not one guest left their chair during the whole performance. All eyes were on the dancers. Guests were filming the routines with their cell phones. We received many compliments on the entertainment!

Mary was very easy to work and communicate with – she delivered everything she promised - and more. I would highly recommend Mary and her dancers for any event. Mary kept in touch through the whole planning process – returned calls promptly, even though she was working on other jobs – some even of town.

I would like to add that the entire group of dancers was polite and a total delight to be around. They enjoyed each other and what they were doing - and it showed. We were lucky to find such a young, professional group of dancers on the internet – don’t hesitate to call Mary – she’ll deliver!

Hired as: 1930s Era Entertainment, 1940s Era Entertainment, 1950s Era Entertainment, 1960s Era Entertainment, 1970s Era Entertainment, 1980s Era Entertainment, Ballroom Dancer, Dance Troupe, Swing Dancer

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Booking information

Price range: Contact for rates

Languages: English

Insurance: $1,000,000 - If your company or venue requires a certificate of liability insurance, we can provide special event liability insurance for your event for a modest additional charge. Please contact Mary for additional details.

Unions: SAG-AFTRA

What to expect

We cater to all your needs for both classes and shows. We offer choreographed performances; Fun and easy dance lessons to get guests on their feet; And social dancing to your live band or DJ to provide a festive atmosphere! Dancers are also available to fly in for your event. Swing, salsa, tango, Latin, and ballroom dancers are available for private parties, weddings, entertainment industry events, corporate functions, birthdays, (for movies, TV shows, commercials, and music videos - we only work on projects covered by our union, SAG-AFTRA) or any other festivity that you want to spice up with fun and exciting dancing.

Dance Styles Offered:
Salsa, Cha Cha, Rumba, Merengue, Bachata, Mambo, Cumbia, Argentine Tango, Valtz Tango, Milonga, Hollywood Style Lindy, Savoy Style Lindy, Balboa, Collegiate Shag, St. Louis Shag, East Coast Swing, West Coast Swing, Jitterbug, Charleston, Boogie Woogie, Partner Charleston, Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, Vienneese Waltz, Quickstep, Rumba, Mambo, East Coast Swing, Bolero, Samba, Jive, Paso Doble, Hustle, Two-Step, Flips, Lifts, Tricks, and more!

About

Mary Scanlon is a Los Angeles based professional ballroom, Latin, salsa, swing, country, and tango dancer, instructor, and choreographer. She works as a dancer and choreographer in many stage, film, commercial, and television productions. Her technical expertise, creative choreography, and fun teaching style have made her a much sought after dance coach and choreographer. Currently she teaches dance at several dance studios in Los Angeles. She traveles throughout the country and abroad entertaining audiences with her performances and sharing her passion for dance with everyone from young children to movie stars.

Past booked events

July 2025

19

Saturday

Birthday Party

7:30pm - 9:30pm

Rancho Mirage, CA

June 2025

07

Saturday

Graduation

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA

June 2024

29

Saturday

Retirement Community Event

12:30pm - 1:30pm

Sherman Oaks, CA

March 2023

18

Saturday

Children’s Birthday Party

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Los Angeles, CA

December 2019

20

Friday

Unavailable

12:05am - 11:55pm

December 2018

13

Thursday

Christmas Party

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Los Angeles, CA

July 2018

27

Friday

Holiday Party

6:30pm - 7:00pm

Los Angeles, CA

June 2018

27

Wednesday

Corporate Event

1:00pm - 1:15pm

Las Vegas, NV

May 2018

17

Thursday

Fundraiser

8:30pm - 10:00pm

Los Angeles, CA

April 2018

08

Sunday

Birthday Party

3:00pm - 4:30pm

Los Angeles, CA

December 2017

05

Tuesday

Personal Occasion

2:00pm - 2:30pm

Los Angeles, CA

September 2017

23

Saturday

Birthday (Adult)

7:00pm - 8:30pm

Simi Valley, CA

August 2017

19

Saturday

Birthday (Adult)

7:30pm - 9:30pm

Santa Monica, CA

June 2017

03

Saturday

Anniversary Party

7:30pm - 7:45pm

Palos Verdes Estates, CA

May 2017

01

Monday

Dinner Party

9:00pm - 9:30pm

Redlands, CA

April 2017

27

Thursday

Personal Occasion

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Los Angeles, CA

23

Sunday

Birthday (Adult)

2:00pm - 3:00pm

Glendale, CA

December 2016

31

Saturday

Holiday Party (New Year)

10:00pm - 12:30am (Sun)

Los Angeles, CA

June 2016

11

Saturday

Anniversary Party

8:00pm - 10:00pm

Downey, CA

January 2015

24

Saturday

Holiday Party

6:00pm - 9:30pm

Beverly Hills, CA

December 2014

12

Friday

Holiday Party

7:30pm - 8:30pm

Santa Ana, CA

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