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Posted by somebody on Wednesday, 13 June 2007

The Central Avenue Dance Ensemble

The Central Avenue Dance Ensemble is a multi-aged performance group led by Chester Whitmore. Our mission is to perpetuate and promote American Vernacular dances of the 20th Century. These dances include: American street dances such as Leonard Reed’s Shim Sham Shimmy, the Shorty George, the Charleston (1920s) and the Lindy Hop (1920s - 40s). These are in addition to dances derived from them like the Chicago Bop (1960s) which begat Steppin’ (1990s). We aim to show the connections between dance forms from generation to generation and their connection to music and cabaret; to show how American vernacular dances were influenced by African dance and were shaped by spirituality and slavery (liturgical dance) as well as were molded by rhythm and music (tap dance and Salsa). We aim to express the infectious healing qualities of dance, to educate audiences and to spread the joy of dance.

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Event Tribute to Sam Cooke Saturday, May 13, 2017 - 10:40pm Monday, May 22, 2017 - 11:22pm
Event 2005-03-18 - Swinging In The Hood Sunday, February 20, 2005 - 12:00am Sunday, January 21, 2007 - 3:46pm
Event CADE at the Central Avenue Jazz Festival Sunday, July 21, 2019 - 4:20pm Sunday, July 21, 2019 - 4:35pm
Event Chester Teaches Lindy Hop at Dance Dimensions Studios Thursday, July 9, 2009 - 8:08pm Thursday, July 9, 2009 - 8:08pm
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Event 2005-02-20 - New Creation Christian Faith Center Sunday, February 20, 2005 - 12:00am Sunday, January 21, 2007 - 3:46pm
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Event L.A. Trade Tech Dance Ensemble Reunion '06 Thursday, July 9, 2009 - 8:08pm Thursday, August 20, 2015 - 5:10pm
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