Xavier Marzan — The Gentleman of the Garden — in tuxedo with NYC skyline and confetti
The Founder

XAVIER MARZAN

Cultural Curator • Classically Trained Dancer • Certified Bartender • Experience Architect

Xavier in Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico

Xavier at Prohibition event in 1920s attire

Prohibition

Xavier on a Montauk fishing adventure

Montauk

The Story

From Ballet to Experience Architecture

Xavier Marzan is the founder and creative force behind X-CURSIONS IN MOTION. Born and raised in Puerto Rico, Xavier is a classically trained ballet dancer who studied at the Julian E. Blanco School of Classical Ballet and the School of American Ballet. When a career-ending injury closed one door in 1998, it opened another and Xavier channeled his artistry into a new vision.

With over 20 years of experience in hospitality, entertainment, and dance, Xavier is DVIDA certified in American Style Rhythm, a former Arthur Murray instructor, and a certified NYC bartender. He brings expertise in 24+ dance styles from Salsa and Bachata to the Waltz and the Minuet and combines classical training with cultural curation to create experiences that are sophisticated, authentic, and unforgettable.

Whether he's leading a Regency-era garden party in Central Park, hosting a Prohibition speakeasy crawl, guiding a cultural retreat through Puerto Rico, or pouring craft cocktails behind a mobile bar as his alter ego “Lucky Marzanzo” with Carlitos, Lucky's right-hand man, by his side Xavier brings the same energy, attention to detail, and passion for connection to everything he does.

Xavier is also a licensed professional pilot the same precision, discipline, and calm under pressure he brings to the cockpit, he brings to the bar, the dance floor, and every experience he creates.

“Don't just bring your feet... bring your mind, body, and soul to this one moment in time.”

Xavier Marzan

Credentials & Certifications

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DVIDA Certified

American Style Rhythm — Professional certification in ballroom dance instruction

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TIPS Certified

NY Bartenders Association — Certified mixologist and bartender

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Licensed Pilot

Licensed professional pilot — precision, discipline, and calm under pressure

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Classical Training

Julian E. Blanco School of Classical Ballet & School of American Ballet

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24+ Dance Styles

From Salsa and Bachata to Waltz, Minuet, and Hip Hop

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Arthur Murray

Former Arthur Murray instructor — professional ballroom dance background

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US & Caribbean

Serving the US and Caribbean since 2012

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Puerto Rican Roots

Born and raised in Puerto Rico — deep cultural connection to the island

As Seen on TV

PIX 11 Nightcap — Two Appearances

Xavier has been featured on PIX 11 Nightcap (New York Nightcap, WPIX Channel 11) as a guest bartender representing Time Out Market Union Square, promoting their signature cocktail programs including New York Knicks-themed and World Cup-themed drinks.

🎾 Second Appearance · September 2026 · World Cup Cocktails
Xavier Marzan as New York Nightcap Guest Bartender from Time Out Market — Tonight's Nightcap: Tropical Rum Punch — Xavier and the host tasting cocktails at the bar with Bacardí, Patrón, and squeeze bottles on the counter, blue studio lighting

PIX 11 Nightcap · Round 2

Xavier: Time Out Market · World Cup Cocktails · September 2026

Xavier and the PIX 11 host on set — World Cup cocktails

On Set

Wild Turkey branding, US Open cups — PIX 11 bar setup

Wild Turkey · US Open

🎬 First Appearance · New York Knicks Cocktails
Xavier Marzan behind the bar at WPIX Nightcap — portable cocktail kit, Bacardí, studio lighting

WPIX Nightcap · The First Time

Xavier · Time Out Market · New York Knicks Cocktails

Xavier Marzan toasting craft cocktails with a guest at WPIX Nightcap

The Toast

As Seen on TV

“Featured on PIX 11's Nightcap twice as a guest bartender representing Time Out Market Union Square — promoting their signature cocktail programs on live television.”

— Xavier Marzan

Book Xavier for Your Event

Whether it's dance instruction, craft cocktails, or a full immersive experience — Xavier brings 20+ years of expertise to every event.