Saturday, May 13, 2017 at 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM PDT
SS Red Oak Victory
1337 Canal Boulevard
Point Richmond, CA 94804
1940s Swing Dance and Lessons with “Stompy Jones” and the
“San Francisco Jitterbugs” on the decks of the 1944 “SS Red Oak Victory”
Dance to live 40s and 50s music on the decks of the 1944
“SS Red Oak Victory” with Stompy Jones, Dance Lessons with the San Francisco
Jitterbugs, and DJ Tom LG. Includes Dinner, Victory Beer & Wine, Dancing,
Ship Tours and more! Reenactors and folks in 1940s or 1950s garb especially
welcome.
Your $45 advance ticket includes Dinner, Victory Beer
& Wine, Dancing, Tours and more!
Little David Rose's thumpin' stand-up bass, the
double-shuffle drumming of Lee Beary, and the bounce piano of Scott Lawrence
provide the rhythmic foundation of Stompy Jones’ jump style. Riffing on top is
the trumpet sound of Robert Dehlinger and Jeff "Erv" Ervin on the
saxophone. These two fellas create the fireworks of vintage rhythm and blues.
Together with the charming Glen Earl Brown Jr on vocals, they have become a
trademark of Stompy Jones.
The San Francisco Jitterbugs is a professional dance
troupe that specializes in the various swing dances of the 1920's to the
1950's, including Lindy Hop, Collegiate Shag, Balboa, Charleston and the Big
Apple. Come see the star-studded floor show of these fleet-footed cats in action!
DJ Tom LG has been spinning records in the bay area for
more than twenty years. He specializes in vintage vinyl from the 20’s through
the 50’s and often brings unearthed sounds to his audiences that haven’t been
heard since they were originally pressed.
A new and unique dance venue in the Bay Area—The 1944 “SS
Red Oak Victory”! The ambiance of this genuine World War II Victory Ship will
transport you back in time to the hey-day of swing, jazz, and bebop. Come out
on deck for beautiful views of sunset over the San Francisco Bay. Learn more
about Victory ships by touring the ship. Relax below decks with food and your
favorite beverage. And, of course, dance the night away aboard a real piece of
1940s American history.
Cost: $45
