Miss Shannon's Sock Hop
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Monthly Live Music Swing Dances every 4th Friday at the Eagles #34
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Interactive Performances Showcasing 20th Century Dances of the United States.
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Dance Exercise & Engagement Classes for Senior Living Communities, and people with limited mobility.
Instruction or Performance for your next themed event:
From a solo instructor to a group of dancers we can provide instruction or entertainment for your event. Popular themes include:
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1900-1920 - Ragtime Era Dances for Downton Abbey themed events
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1920s -1930s Learn the Charleston and Jazz Dances for a Speakeasy, Prohibition, Great Gatsby, Downton Abbey (seasons 4-6) or Jazz Age event
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1930-1940s Swing dances for a Greatest Generation, Veterans Day or VE Day Dance
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1950s-1960s: Swing and Fad dances for a Sock Hop, Vintage Prom, Mad Men or Back to the 50's event
Instruction. Performance. Events.
Iconic & Rare Dances from1900-1960s and more
Dancing From Ragtime through Rock & Roll
Instruction and Performance Dance by Era:
1900-1920s
Ragtime Era Dances
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Castle Walk
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One Step
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Fox Trot
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Turkey Trot
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Animal Dances
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And More...
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1920s
Jazz Age Dances
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Charleston
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Black Bottom
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Raccoon
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Jazz Steps
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And More...
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1930-1940s
Swing Era Dances
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Original Big Apple
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Box Shag
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Heel Shag
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Little Apple
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Lindy Hop
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Shag dances in Single, Double, & Triple Rhythm
1950-1960s
Rock & Roll Era Dances
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6-count Swing
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Bop
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The Stroll
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Hully-Gully
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Mid-Century Fad &
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Go-Go Dances
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And More...
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Swing Dance Wednesday Night Twin Cities
Weekly Dance with Lessons
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Wednesdays: Swing Dance Wednesday Night Twin Cities, the Twin Cities Longest running weekly dance featuring great live music from local, regional and national bands.
Discover the joy and benefits of dancing in a fun and supportive environment!
No pre-registration needed, No dance experience, dance partner or special attire necessary.
7:00 PM - Dance Lesson (included in the evening's entertainment)
8:00 PM - Live Music
Fraternal Order of Eagles #34
2507 E. 25th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55406
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Miss Shannon's Sock Hop
Monthly Dance Lessons & Dance Party
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4th Friday of the Month: Miss Shannon's Sock Hop.
Monthly live music dance night every 4th Friday of the month at the Eagles #34. We showcase the best in area, and regional swing dance friendly bands in a variety of genres - from Traditional Jazz, Hot Club, Western Swing, to Rockabilly. Miss Shannon's Sock Hops are for dancers and music lovers alike. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, attire ranges from casual to vintage inspired. There is always place on the dance floor for you.
No pre-registration needed. No dance experience, dance partner or special attire necessary.
7pm Beginner Swing Dance Lesson (included in the entry)
8pm Live Music
$10 cash at the door
2507 E. 25th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55406
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Miss Shannon's Sock Hop Performances
Miss Shannon's Sock Hop Performances will take you and your audience on an interactive whirlwind tour of 20th Century social dances from the United States. From the Ragtime Era to Rock & Roll. They are fully customizable to highlight a particular era or genre of dance, and the level of audience engagement from performance only to interactive. They are family friendly and can be tailored for 2 performers to an ensemble.
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Contact us to book Miss Shannon's Sock Hop for your event or festival.
Fridays Swing at the Eagles #34
Dance Lessons
The fun starts at 7pm with our dance lesson and is followed by a night of dancing to live music
No pre-registration needed, No dance experience, dance partner or special attire necessary.
1st Fridays: Katia & The Upswing - Odd Months (January, March, May, July, September, November)
4th Fridays: Miss Shannon's Sock Hop (rotating cast of great dance bands)
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2507 E. 25th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55406
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SWING DANCE LESSON 7:00 PM
LIVE BAND 8:00 PM
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