- Los Angeles, CA
- DJ
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Mary Scanlon
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
Teri M.
June 11, 2025Just 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
Kristin O.
July 9, 2018Great 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
Linda F.
May 22, 2018Great
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
Brittany R.
April 30, 2018Beautiful 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
Joanne W.
March 13, 2018Dancing 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
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.
Services offered
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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