Frankie Manning - Roots & Culture Evening

🌟 Swing Into History & Dance at Happy Feet Studio 🌟 This coming Wednesday we have a special treat for you: we will start our Midweek Social with a screening of "Frankie Manning: Never Stop Swinging"- a documentary that celebrates the life of the legendary Lindy Hop dancer Frankie Manning. Known as the "Ambassador of Lindy Hop," Manning's vibrant style and groundbreaking moves left a lasting impact on the world of swing dance. Don’t miss this inspiring look at his incredible journey and legacy! After that, the dancefloor opens up to the tunes of DJ Kuno 🎵 ----------------------------------------------------------------- 🎥 Documentary Screening: "Frankie Manning: Never Stop Swinging" at 20:30 - 21:00, in Alhambra The documentary "Frankie Manning: Never Stop Swinging" celebrates the life and legacy of Frankie Manning, one of the most influential figures in swing dance history. Known as the "Ambassador of Lindy Hop," Manning revolutionized swing dance with his energetic style and innovative aerial moves. He began dancing in Harlem’s legendary Savoy Ballroom and became a key member of Whitey’s Lindy Hoppers, a group that helped popularize Lindy Hop worldwide. The film, directed by Julie Cohen, features Frankie Manning's last major interview and offers archival footage showcasing his dynamic performances from the 1930s through the 2000s. It highlights how Manning’s joyful spirit and contributions to the dance community have left an indelible mark on swing culture, influencing generations of dancers across the globe​. The documentary screening will be hosted by Monica Blair and Gosia Rasmussen. We start at 20.30 sharp🔥 💃 Midweek Social Dance (at 21:00 - 22:30, in Alhambra) As the screen fades to black, the floor comes alive! Transition into our Midweek Social, a social dance evening featuring the finest DJ music curated by Happy Feet's own talented instructors. This coming Wednesday we will have DJ Kuno playing a selection of his favorite songs. ----------------------------------------------------------------- DETAILS: Date: Wednesday, September 25th Time: From 20:30 to 22:30 Location: Happy Feet Studio, Alhambrs room Admission: FREE! Open to everyone. No signup needed, just show up on the day 🙂 See you on the dance floor!