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SKY 5 Start the weekend off with an intimate dance introducing our dance stars, featuring one of our favorite combos. Chevy Chase Ballroom, 5207 Wisconsin Avenue, NW, Washington, DC| DIRECTIONS > Back to TOP ^ USO
Benefit Dance Part of the World War II Memorial Day celebration, "America Celebrates the Greatest Generation" in conjunction with the Art Deco Society of Washington. This gala night features swing dance demonstrations by our dance team, the Eight Week Wonders, and a special appearance by Jean Veloz, Irene Thomas and Chuck Saggau, swing dance stars of MGM films of the 1940s, along with Ray Phelps (Jean's brother) and Adam Vallus. Dick Johnson was hand-picked by Artie himself to lead The Artie Shaw Orchestra, which plays the original charts that made it one of the superior bands of the swing era. Local songstress Robin Cunningham of the Tom Cunningham Orchestra is guest vocalist. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the USO to support today's brave fighting men and women. In cooperation with the Glen Echo Partnership for Arts and Culture, Inc., the National Park Service and Montgomery County The Spanish Ballroom at Glen Echo Park, Intersection of MacArthur Boulevard & Goldsboro Road | DIRECTIONS > Back to TOP ^ TOM
CUNNINGHAM ORCHESTRA This will be the fitting end to an incredible weekend celebrating the dedication of the World War II Memorial. Lindy Hop legend Frankie Manning calls the 16-piece TCO "the swingin'est band in the land!" We'll show film clips from the 1940s featuring Jean and Irene, plus our dance stars will be on hand for a fabulous farewell dance. Chevy Chase Ballroom, 5207 Wisconsin Avenue, NW, Washington, DC| DIRECTIONS > Back to TOP ^ Overview | At-a-glance calendar | Special evening dances | About our dance stars | Venues and directions | Related websites |
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