41st Anniversary: Bob Isaacs & Friends & The Star Charters

Swingin' Tern presents 41st Anniversary Dance: Bob Isaacs & Friends with The Star Charters
41st Anniversary Dance: Bob Isaacs & Friends
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Bob Isaacs at Swingin' Tern

In addition to his calling, Bob Isaacs has been passing on his knowledge to fledgling callers.  This anniversary dance will feature the calling of some of Bob’s proteges, his own calling, and other established callers.  Bob is known for his clear, concise instructions. He is a prolific contra choreographer—his creative dances are called throughout the country.

The Star Charters
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The Star Charters jamming

Cecilia Vacanti (of Kingfisher) and Jess Newman and Mark Price (of Cojiro) are teaming up to play contra dances in a high energy, dynamic trio known as The Star Charters. With Cecilia and Jess on fiddle and Mark holding down rhythm on guitar, The Star Charters bring to the stage a rock-solid groove and level of technical prowess that is complemented by their combined versatility, lyrical twin fiddle harmonies and joyful, off-the-cuff improvisation. This bopping team-up will send dancers over the moon!

 

USEFUL INFORMATION:

  • Newcomers are welcome to come at 7pm for an introductory lesson on the basics of contra dancing.  No partner is necessary.  All dances are taught with a “walk-through” by the caller.
  • We no longer require vaccination.  Masks are optional.
  • All dances at Swingin’ Tern are called to the gender-neutral terms Larks & Robins.
  • We have open windows on three sides and air-conditioning when needed.
  • Our dance is two blocks from the Chatham station on the Morris/Essex line out of Penn Station, NYC.
  • We welcome contributions of home-baked [or not] goodies to share at the break.
  • Please bring your own water bottle. Water bottles may be filled at the kitchen sink.
  • Wear comfortable clothing.  Contra dancing is aerobic.  We prefer you carry in your shoes.
  • We are a friendly, inclusive group. Pack plenty of smiles! 

Hourly Schedule

Dance Schedule

7:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Beginner's Workshop
Learn the basics or help the newcomers.
7:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Dance
The main event.

Book Event

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Door Only
$15 General Admission, $5 Students
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Available Tickets: 100

Tickets for this event are not available in advance. Please purchase your ticket at the door - $15 general admission, $5 students. Proof of vaccination and N95 equivalent or surgical masks are required.

The "Door Only" ticket is sold out. You can try another ticket or another date.

Date

Jan 04 2025

Time

7:00 pm - 10:30 pm

Cost

$15.00

Location

St. Paul's Episcopal Church
200 Main Street, Chatham, NJ