FM2009 Schedule

An Evening with Frankie Manning
Friday, February 13, 2009, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

An informal evening with the Living Legend. Come meet Frankie Manning and hear his stories about the early days of Lindy Hop and Harlem's Savoy Ballroom, watch historic video clips, and experience the magic and joy of Lindy Hop, from the 1930's to the present. "To hear this [91-year-old] fireball talk about his art is more than experiencing dance history--it's getting a lesson in humanity." - Rita Felciano, San Francisco Bay Guardian, 2002).

Presented in cooperation with Ashkenaz Music and Dance Community Center. Cost: FREE (space is limited)

Then stay to dance to music by one of Frankie's favorite bands, Lavay Smith and the Red Hot Skillet Lickers. Cost: $15 (tickets purchased at the door ONLY)

7:15 pm: Doors open
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm: Talk and video presentation with Frankie Manning.

FREE. FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED. No reserve seating

9:30 pm - 1:30 am: Dancing to Lavay Smith and Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers. $15

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Workshop with Frankie Manning

Frankie will teach two exciting Lindy Hop routines per day, incorporating fun and classic Lindy Hop steps, one routine on Saturday and a different one on Sunday.

A wonderful opportunity to learn from the master himself, taking a class with Frankie Manning is not only a learning experience, but an inspiration for a lifetime.

Frankie Manning will be joined by Catrine Ljunggren, a founding member of the "Rhythm Hot Shots".

Open to all levels, but some swing dancing experience is recommended. (We recommend beginning dancers to also take the Intro to Lindy Hop classes offered each day at 10:00 am)

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