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OUR UPCOMING SCHEDULE

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2012
OUR 14-YEAR ANNIVERSARY PARTY!

featuring

The Ladd McIntosh Swing Orchestra

Special Performance by Chester Whitmore's
"Central Avenue Revue Ensemble"

and

The Ice Cream Man

 

 

Greetings Gates,

Yes, 14 YEARS of Swing Dancing and time to celebrate!

We've got the best of the best swing orchestras
for your dancing pleasure
~ THE LADD McINTOSH SWING ORCHESTRA~

Aren't we the lucky ones! Ladd McIntosh is one of Hollywood's most in-demand film orchestrators, with over 115 major motion pictures credits to his name. One of Ladd's great loves has always been big band music, and long admiring the big bands of Stan Kenton, Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Gerald Wilson, Gerry Mulligan and others, all of these influences flow through his pen. The Ladd McIntosh Swing Orchestra is made up of studio pros with a staggering amount of credits. Ladd has composed or arranged the band's entire library and conducts the band with expertise and enthusiasm resulting in outstanding performances. Take a look at Ladd on the IMDB, and you'll see a staggering list of A movies to his name, including: Gladiator, Shrek, The Lion King, Pirates of the Carribean, and more.

SPECIAL DANCE SHOW

"The Central Avenue Dance Ensemble" will perform two numbers from their upcoming show, The History of Black Dance in America.

This show chronicles 200 years of popular American Social Dances that were created by African-Americans. February 23, 24, 25, Santa Monica Bay Woman's Club. "

Headed up by Chester Whitmore, the Central Avenue Revue Ensemble is sure to entertain!

 

AND WHAT WOULD A FRIDAY DANCE BE WITHOUT
THE ICE CREAM MAN -
CK FARNSWORTH'S MOBIL SODA FOUNTAIN

 

RUSTY'S - 14 YEARS

Rusty's Rhythm Club first "opened its doors" in 1998, with a weekly dance at Point 705 hosted by Rusty Frank & Peter Flahiff. (Anyone out there remember those days? Remember "Rusty & Peter, Swingshift"? ) In 2001, we moved the dance over to our current location at the Elks Lodge in Playa Del Rey, and we've been the "Home of Happy Feet" ever since. We pride ourselves in weekly dances featuring the best of live music and a welcoming and friendly dance community.

Next year it'll be my Quinceanera, and I've been informed I get to wear a tiara!

Come and celebrate with us along with The Ladd McIntosh Swing Orchestra, Chester Whitmore's Central Avenue Revue Ensemble, The Ice Cream Man, and all your dancing friends!

See you on the dance floor,

Rusty & Her Rhythm Pals

 


SPECIAL EVENT!
RUSTY’S 14-YEAR ANNIVERSARY
Friday, February 3
Ladd McIntosh Swing Orchestra

Wednesday, February 8
Valentine’s Dance ~ Dress Up Red & White
Fabulous Esquires Big Band

Wednesday, February 15
Icy Hot Club of California

Wednesday, February 22
Joe Finkle & The 7-10 Splits
1950’s Bowling Theme

Friday, March 2
RUSTY’S ROUNDUP B-DAY DANCE
Lucky Stars - Dress Vintage Western


Thanks again for supporting live music!

See you on the dance floor,
Rusty & Her Rhythm Pals
rustyfrank.com


 

GENERAL INFO

LOCATION:
Rusty's Rhythm Club is held at The Elks Lodge
8025 W. Manchester Avenue, Playa Del Rey, 90293

(park and enter in the back)

At Rusty's Rhythm Club we have a swing dance every Wednesday,
except the week of our First Friday of the month dance.

The $15 admission includes a half-hour beginner swing dance lesson and live music with some of the hottest bands around. Please check our schedule before heading out to the club, as sometimes our schedule varies.

TIMES: Wednesday 8:00-11:30 ~ Friday 8:30-Midnight
$15 Cover Charge ~ Beginner Class 1/2 hour before the dance

Read about our Frequent Dancer Card and Passes Policy

"$10 AFTER 10" ON WEDNESDAYS
Don't forget about our special discount after 10:00pm on Wednesdays!
You'll still have another one-hour set of live music
and 1/2 hour of DJ Robert Vangor.



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