Jose and Denise visit Jeremy Otth to hear his stories on how he found dancing and his experiences with the old timers.
Jeremy has amassed a great amount of knowledge on the historic essence of vintage swing dances from many of the original jitterbugs. His expertise lies in Lindy Hop, Collegiate Shag, Balboa, and Solo Jazz. He holds championship titles in competitions such as The International Lindy Hop Championships, National Jitterbug Championships, and the American Classic Balboa Championships, to name a few. He has also been inducted into the California Swing Dance Hall of Fame.
Music: Deja Vu by Greg Ruby.
Jose interviews & hangs with Dominic Hanna.
Dominic is a dancer and dance enthusiast based in the Triangle region of North Carolina. He has been dancing balboa for nearly 10 years, has numerous competition placements, and is deeply fascinated by the elements that compose the feel and aesthetics of balboa.
Music: Deja Vu by Greg Ruby.
Jose & Denise sit down with Laura Keat.
Laura is an accomplished swing dancer who has won international titles in Lindy Hop, Balboa, and Collegiate Shag. As an instructor, she brings a fresh perspective to her classes, working to develop foundations in partnering for the express purpose of creating opportunities for individual expression and voice in response to the music. She is also the owner and creator of the premiere Balboa event, The California Balboa Classic.
Music: Deja Vu by Greg Ruby