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Sun 13 Jun 2010 – SDL Swing Dance Picnic – June 2010

Posted at June 13, 2010 8:00 pm by admin in Events Feed
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SDL Swing Dance Picnic - June 2010
When
Sunday, June 13, 2010
2:00pm - All Ages
Where
Regent's Park (map)
London

Just enter Regent's Park where Hanover Gate meets the Outer Circle.Then take the the first path on your right.This will take you past the Children's Boating Pond on your left.We'll be in our picnic oasis under the coverage of two interlocking trees, in front of the Boathouse Cafe.

Other Info
Swing Dance Picnic: June Edition, on Sunday, 13th June, 2010


The series of summer picnics begins next month at Regent's Park with fresh new music!

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If the weather has a tantrum I may have a possible alternative venue, so keep alert
on the day for the latest info or venue details on my backup mobile: 07910 028 075.
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We offer:

1. The thrilling suspense of unknown weather!

2. 3pm a FREE lindy hop class from professional dance teacher Martin Ellis from Swingland:
www.swingland.com

3. Entertainment from the inimitable Mr John Barnes.

4. Dance jam sessions: 'Show and ask' your dance moves!

Occasional, short, sharp sessions in an informal separate group within the dance picnic
to share your dance experience and learn from each. All levels welcome. Ask for Neil
or Adrian on the day to show your interest. Announcements will be made during the
picnic.

5. A beautiful part of Regent's Park with all essential facilities nearby (after many hours
research).

6. Dancing in the dappled sunshine of shading trees.

7. Continuous swing music from the swing-beat boom-box of Neil Delany.



You bring:

1. Yourself, friends & family.

2. A favourite swing track or two to play.

3. Food & drink, maybe even some to share!

4. A fierce determination to have a fun, relaxed attitude.

5. A blanket, suntan lotion, sunglasses, umbrella, wellies and a hoodie!

6. Most important of all, besides your good selves: an azure sky, moderate humidity and a gentle cooling breeze (we live in hope).


Time: 2pm-7pm+

Cost: Absolutely Free (Optional donation of £1 to cover cost of batteries. Once reached, further contributions will be refused)

Venue:

The triangular island of green next to the Children's Boating Pond and in front of the Boathouse Café, Regent's Park.

Nearest tubes: Baker Street and Marylebone.
Nearest mainline overground station: Marylebone.

Directions:

Just enter Regent's Park where Hanover Gate meets the Outer Circle. Then take the first path on your right. This will take you past the Children's Boating Pond on your left. We'll be in our picnic oasis under the coverage of two interlocking trees, in front of the Boathouse Cafe.

For a map, check out the link below:
http://www.royalparks.org.uk/parks/regents_park/

Remember, the venue is next to the Boathouse.

Adrian (organiser)

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Sun 08 Nov 2009 – BBC/Lambent Productions 1940s Lindy Hop Shoot

Posted at November 8, 2009 9:30 am by admin in Events Feed
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BBC/Lambent Productions 1940s Lindy Hop Shoot
When
Sunday, November 8, 2009
9:30am - All Ages
Where
Hornsey Hall (map)
Magic Flute Banqueting Suite
31 Hornsey High Street
London, United Kingdom N8 7QB
Other Info
Intro from SDL:

As some of you may have seen on our Facebook wall, the BBC and Lambent Productions are filming a series of clips for BBC Learning this weekend. Full details below.

** Please note, if you want to attend you must contact them in advance (see email below). **


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Here are the details of the shoot. Can you please stress that anybody who wants to come needs to phone or email me so that I can write them down on my list of dancers?! Hopefully we'll get some responses cos it will be a wonderful day if we can get a full room of lindy hop enthusiasts!

Lambent Poroductions is PARTY LIKE IT’S 1940: THE LINDY HOP on SUNDAY 8TH NOVEMBER 9.30am – 4.30pm for BBC Learning.

We are re-creating a 40s wartime dance and we want a room full of people to be dancing the lindy hop in 40s clothing. The Jiving Lindy Hoppers will be leading the dancing but we very much want other individuals and groups to come along and show us your stuff. There will be a live band and we will provide lunch, tea, cake and refreshments and it should be a lot of fun.

Please come at 9.30am on Sunday.

Everyone will need to bring their own 40s outfit but we will have hair and make up help on hand. This is a wartime era dance so men can wear suits or military uniforms and women need 40s dresses. Have a look at these dress styles http://adore-vintage.blogspot.com/2009/07/1940s-dress-patterns.html and http://www.tangerineboutique.com/item/Post_War_1940s_dress_pattern_Simplicity_Larger_Size/494/c81

Everybody involved will get a copy of the tape!

If you are interested to come, please get in touch with Rosie on 07887745945 or rosie@lambentproductions.co.uk so that we can confirm you as a dancer.

We look forward to meeting you on Sunday!

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Sun 20 Sep 2009 – SDL Swing Dance Picnic (September 2009)

Posted at September 20, 2009 3:00 pm by admin in Events Feed
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SDL Swing Dance Picnic (September 2009)
When
Sunday, September 20, 2009
3:00pm - All Ages
Where
Regent's Park (map)
London

Just enter Regent's Park where Hanover Gate meets the Outer Circle.Then take the the first path on your right.This will take you past the Children's Boating Pond on your left.We'll be in our picnic oasis under the coverage of two interlocking trees, in front of the Boathouse Cafe.

Other Info
SDL Swing Dance Picnic: September Edition
on Sunday 20th, September, 2009

Next to Regent's Park Boathouse

The series of summer picnics concludes this month with fresh new music!

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If the weather is bad - call 07910 028 075 after 1pm on the day
of the picnic for details of the alternative indoor venue.
***************


We offer:

1. The thrilling suspense of unknown weather!

2. 3pm a dance class from tip top teacher Martin Ellis from Swingland.

3. Entertainment from the inimitable Mr John Barnes.

4. A beautiful part of Regent's Park with all essential facilities nearby (after many hours research).

5. Dancing in the dappled sunshine of shading trees.

6. Continuous swing music from the swing-beat boom-box of Neil Delaney.



You bring:

1. Yourself, friends & family.

2. A favourite swing track or two to play.

3. Food & drink, maybe even some to share!

4. A fierce determination to have a fun, relaxed attitude.

5. A blanket, suntan lotion, sunglasses, umbrella, wellies and a hoodie!

6. Most important of all, besides your good selves: an azure sky, moderate humidity and a gentle cooling breeze (we live in hope).


Time: 3pm-7pm+

Cost: Absolutely Free (Optional donation of £1 to cover cost of batteries. Once reached, further contributions will be refused)

Venue:

The triangular island of green next to the Children's Boating Pond and in front of the Boathouse Café, Regent's Park.

Nearest tubes: Baker Street and Marylebone.
Nearest mainline overground station: Marylebone.

Directions:

Just enter Regent's Park where Hanover Gate meets the Outer Circle. Then take the first path on your right. This will take you past the Children's Boating Pond on your left. We'll be in our picnic oasis under the coverage of two interlocking trees, in front of the Boathouse Cafe.

For a map, check out the link below:
http://www.royalparks.org.uk/parks/regents_park/

Remember, the venue is next to the Boathouse.

Adrian (organiser)

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Sat 29 Aug 2009 – The JIve Aces (Watch This Space)

Posted at August 29, 2009 8:00 pm by admin in Events Feed
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The JIve Aces (Watch This Space)
When
Saturday, August 29, 2009
1:30pm - All Ages Buy Tickets
Where
The National Theatre (map)
South Bank
London, United Kingdom SE1 9PX
Other Info
The men in yellow suits are back at the National Theatre for their Watch This Space season.

So let's Bomb the Bank!


From http://nationaltheatre.org.uk/wts/calendar09.pdf

The Jive Aces Sat 1.30pm: you can’t beat the Jive Aces for energy and dynamism – calling all jivers to the Square to try and keep up with them!

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Thu 20 Aug 2009 – The Pasadena Roof Orchestra and Jiving Lindy Hoppers

Posted at August 20, 2009 8:00 pm by admin in Events Feed
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The Pasadena Roof Orchestra and Jiving Lindy Hoppers
When
Thursday, August 20, 2009
7:30pm - All Ages Buy Tickets
Where
Canada Sq Park, Canary Wharf (map)
Canada Square Park
Canary Wharf
London, United Kingdom
Other Info
More music and dancing at Canary Wharf


From Canary Wharf Arts & Events leaflet (link to follow):
"Travel back in time to the Swing era in this special evening of dance music. For over thirty years the Pasadena Roof Orchestra has delighted audiences around the world with its mix of swing and hot dance music. Adding to the mood are dancers, The Jiving Lindy Hoppers who perform The Lindy Hop in its original 1920's form. Originally created in Harlem, New York City, the Lindy Hop has remained one of the most athletic and entertaining dance inventions of the 20th century and is exhilarating to watch."


This event is organised by Canary Wharf. Details subject to change.

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