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Performances

Swing, Lindy Hop, Charleston, Ballroom and More

Big City Swing's performances include wildly dynamic choreography, spontaneous jams and incredible social dancing - a true recreation of the magic of the famous Savoy Ballroom of the 1930s and 40s.

During their performances, Big City Swing weaves together intricate footwork and hoppin' aerials, all with contagious energy. It's hard to sit still when watching the couples swing, flip and spin across the floor performing:
  • Lindy Hop
  • East Coast Swing
  • Charleston
  • Collegiate Shag
  • Balboa
  • Aerials/Acrobatics
  • and the famous line dances of the era the Shim Sham and Big Apple.
"Your dancers were absolutely fabulous...professional, energetic and versatile as you contributed to a most memorable event for the Allegiance Healthcare guests".

"Thank you so much for all of your hard work for finding me dancers for the night and staying within my budget. John and Jenna did an excellent job dancing and teaching the dads and little girls how to swing dance."
- Stephanie W., Deerfield Park District

"Thank you and Big City Swing for helping make our Holiday Party the most successful to date. The lunch swing lessons were a big hit, and the dancers at the party were great."
- Carrie H, CCC Information Services

"As a member of the audience your skillfulness and professionalism made me and others feel comfortable dancing along side you. According to audience feedback, you were absolutely fabulous."
- Sheila C, University of Wisconsin Green Bay

Instruction

For special events, we also offer beginning six-count swing lessons. After this entertaining introduction to the dance, guests are able to master several of the basic steps and turns of East Coast Swing, leading to an unforgettable evening of swingin' with style.

For a Roaring 20s theme, we also offer a 20s Charleston/Flapper lesson. This is ideal for events with a predominately female audience, as the steps can be taught in a "line dance" format.

Guest Interaction

After a lesson or performance, our dancers may also circulate amoungst your guests to encourage them try out their new skills or answer any questions they may have.

DJs, Bands and Orchestras

Big City Swing has had the pleasure of working with the best DJs, trios, bands and orchestras in Chicago and around the country. We would be happy to assist you with your music needs. We only work with professional musicians and DJ's who not only specialize in the music of the swing era, but also the music from all the decades, including Motown, Disco, Classic Rock, 80's and todays hit list. Please call 312.243.0700 or email info@bigcityswing.com with your music requests.

Client Lists

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Performances may also include

Ballroom
Latin
Belly Dancing
Burlesque
And other specialty dances

Customized Events

For your event, Big City Swing will combine a program that mixes performance, instruction and interaction according to your vision and budget for the event. Please call 312.243.0700 or email info@bigcityswing.com to begin developing a program that will wow your audience and guests.
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