Swing & Blues Night ft. James McClaskey & his West Coast Rhythm Band!

Cat’s Corner: Swing & Blues Pop-Up Night w/ James McClaskey Wednesday, May 28 | 🕖 7PM–Midnight Bissap Baobab – 2243 Mission St, San Francisco This isn’t your usual Wednesday night. We’re slowing it down and turning up the RnB for a special one-night-only Swing & Blues edition of Cat’s Corner—featuring the haunting vocals and lush guitar grooves of James McClaskey (straight from New Orleans!) backed by an incredible West Coast Rhythm Band. Whether you're a seasoned dancer or just blues-curious, this is your chance to sink into the slower side of swing and blues: think deep connection, sultry rhythms, and vintage vibes all night long. 🎶 LIVE MUSIC (9–11:30PM): Kick off the night with a classic swing set (9–10PM)—then slide into a slow, sultry blues set (10:30–11:30PM) perfect for deep connection on the dance floor. 💃 WORKSHOPS & LESSONS: 7:00–8:30pm – Slow Lindy & Blues Intensive w/ Nathan Dias & Michelle Richter - Promenade styling, drag variations, pivot turns & Slow Drag - $25 early bird | $30 online | $35 door Sign up now! https://register.catscornersf.com 8:30–9:00pm – Beginner Swing Warm-Up (Included with $15 general admission – pay at the door) 🎟 TICKETS: - General Admission: $15 (includes warm-up lesson) - Workshop: $25 early (by May 26) | $30 online | $35 door 🍹 Cocktails + Small Bites: Sip on ginger, hibiscus, and tamarind cocktails + enjoy Senegalese-Californian snacks from Bissap Baobab’s kitchen. 👗 Dress to be seen. 💫 Move to be moved. RSVP “Going” and bring someone who gets it.