Houston Swing Dance Society
Dawn Hampton Short Film to be shown at Aurora Picture Show June 25th
Written by Admin 23 June 2010
We just got word that Julie Cohen's film submission on Dawn Hampton was accepted to the Aurora Picture Show's Extremely Shorts Film Festival and will be airing at the festival this Friday, June 25th. Please help us get the word out to support this film. I don't have much information about this short film about Dawn, but Julie is the same director that brought us the documentary on Frankie, Frankie Manning: Never Stop Swinging, so we shouldn't be disappointed!
Extremely Shorts Film Festival
Works Three Minutes and Under
June 25th and June 26th
Location: Molly Gochman's Studio, 2442 Bartlett Street
Tradition dictates that lace is the traditional gift for a thirteenth anniversary, so we are gonna pass on any gifts you might want to bring (or wear) and ask you to bring your pint glass instead. Aurora’s most popular annual event returns with the 13th installment of juried short shorts submitted from around the globe. Juror Donald Harrison from Ann Arbor Film Festival will be in attendance to introduce his selection and announce the winners. Enjoy karaoke and good food by moonlight on the final night of the festival.
Sponsored by Saint Arnold Brewing Company, Whole Foods Market, Ruggles Green, Tony Mandola's Gulf Coast Kitchen and Cafe Brasil
Friday, June 25, 7PM (screening)
Saturday, June 28, 7PM (repeat screening followed by picnic)
Screening admission: $7 non-members, Aurora Members Free
Picnic admission: $10 members, $12 non-members
Purchase tickets and get more information at www.aurorapictureshow.org
Big Bad Voodo Daddy June 25th at House of Blues
Written by Admin 23 June 2010
Head over to HOB Friday night after you visit Aurora Picture Show to see the Dawn Hampton film. The House of Blues presents Big Bad Voodoo Daddy. Since their arrival on the music scene in 1993 in a legendary residency at Los Angeles' Brown Derby nightclub, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy's irresistible live show and aggressive, musically perceptive approach has proven them over time to be the singular standout among the numerous bands that launched the Nineties swing revival.Stay Cool with the June Elective
Written by Admin 24 May 2010
Tribute to Frankie Manning
Written by Admin 11 May 2010
Ciry2City and the Dallas Swing Dance Society present a Tribute to Frankie Manning with Chazz Young on June 18th. Come out for a dance and meet & greet with Chazz Young, son of the legendary Frankie Manning. Cost for the event is $7 in advance/$10 at the door. Food will be provided along with prize giveaways. For more info and registration visit City2City. Workshop with Andrew and Karen in Dallas
Written by Admin 04 May 2010
Mark your calendars! The Dallas Swing Dance Society is having a two-day workshop with instructors Andrew Thigpen & Karen Turman June 11th - 13th!!! DSDS is offering a full weekend of dancing and fun for all! Early registration of $65 ends May 8th!!!!
Andrew Thigpen was first exposed to the Lindy Hop back in 1998 but didnt actually develop rhythm until booty dancing in college. Since 2005 Andrew has developed a uniquely energetic style of swing dancing with a focus on fun and learning things right the first time. His only hope is to share his love of the dance and the energy it brings forth with as many people as possible. Andrew and Karen are basically the same person except Karen likes unicorns and rainbows while Andrew likes dragons and beer. All they want to do is dance the Lindy Hop and make each other laugh. Having fun is awesome. They hope you like awesome too.
Austin Swing Syndicate's 11th Anniversary June 3rd!
Written by Admin 14 May 2010
Join the Austin Swing Syndicate on June 3rd to celebrate their 11th ANNIVERSARY!! Celebrate in style at the "Black and White Dance" featuring special musical guest, Jonathan Doyle's Swing Syndicate Anniversary Band!
Thursday June 3rd, 2010, 8pm - 12am at the Texas Federation of Women's Club.
Black & White attire is welcomed.
Drinks and hors d'oeuvres will be served.
Free to Syndicate members. $7 for non-members.
Free 5th Sunday Dance and Lesson May 30th!
Written by Admin 12 May 2010
Not only do we have a 5th Sunday this month, but it also falls on a long Memorial Day weekend!! Break out your white shoes and linen pants as we usher in the Summer season at HSDS!!! The dance (8-11pm) will be FREE and is preceded by a FREE Beginner's lesson at 7pm. Take note: We'll have time for an extra special Jack-and-Jill contest. The Jack-and-Jill will be for beginner's only (<1yr) and will be limited to the first 8 couples who sign up. Fantastic prizes await! May Elective
Written by Admin 04 May 2010
With Summer fast approaching, we've got what you need to cool off! Our May elective is Cool Moves with Julie and Nick. Every Sunday at 7:30pm.In June, we're still keeping it cool with Cool Jam Moves with Anna and Brain. Every Sunday at 7:30pm.
Happy Mother's Day!
Written by Admin 04 May 2010
Mother's day is a great time to show Mom you care! How about bringing her out to learn Lindy Hop! Our Beginner's class is still open to new students this week. Or Mom's who already join us on Sunday's, how about sharing Lindy Hop with your loved ones! Bring the whole family out to HSDS this Sunday!More Articles...
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