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Spring is well and truly underway, and we have an exciting lineup of 5 week courses after Easter. Our new term begins on 22 April; watch all the course previews here.
Watch the winter term routines from all our groups during the first term of 2025! These routines were taught across Brighton & Hove, Lewes, Eastbourne, Portsmouth, and online.
As featured on the Fosse/Verdon series, “Who’s got the Pain’ was the only film number that Bob Fosse and Gwen Verdon performed together. We are very excited to be teaching this number for our next Charleston Musicals Course running from 24th February to the 31st of March both Online and in Brighton & Hove!
On Saturday 8th February we are hosting our next Musicals Masterclass, and we could not be more excited for this one because Chicago is coming to Hove! Want to find out more about the history of the routine? Here is everything you need to know…
February is here, and we have an exciting lineup of events this month. Our new term of the year begins on 24th Feb, watch all the previews here.
It’s official, today is the most depressing day of the year! So here are our top tips on how to beat the January blues and seasonal depression
It’s no secret that dancing brings a wide range of physical and mental health benefits with it, which is why dancing is a fun way to stay fit for people of all ages, shapes and sizes. We would like to show you some of the many health benefits of Charleston dancing in this blog, so keep reading if you want to know more.
Watch the winter term routines from all our groups during the final term of 2024! These routines were taught across Brighton & Hove, Lewes, Eastbourne, Portsmouth, and online.
This spring, our musical dance classes offer an exciting lineup for 2025! Join us for two dynamic 6-week courses featuring routines from La La Land's "Another Day of Sun" in January and Damn Yankees' "Who’s Got the Pain," in February. You'll master iconic choreography and bring these show-stopping numbers to life. Additionally, don't miss our weekend masterclass focused on the thrilling closing number from Chicago, "Hot Honey Rag,".
Last Saturday, Strictly Come Dancing presented their Semi-Final of the 2024 series and it was Comedian Chris McCausland and his professional partner Dianne Buswell’s turn to swivel their way onto the dance floor with a Charleston. Did you agree with the Judges scores?
Last Saturday, Strictly Come Dancing presented their Night at the Musicals, This week’s Charleston routine was choreographed by Tommy Franzén and Lizzie Gough, and it was Actress Sarah Hadland and her professional partner Vito Coppola’s turn to dance the Charleston set to the tune ‘Popular’ from the West End stage show Wicked! Did you agree with the score 38/40?
Last Saturday on Strictly it was JB Gill and professional partner Lauren Oakley’s turn to dance the Charleston set to the tune “Yes Sir That’s My Baby” by the Firehouse Five Plus Two which scored them 39 points. What did you think? Did you agree with the scores?
Last Saturday, Strictly Come Dancing aired their annual Blackpool special, where we were treated to the 3rd Charleston of the series. With all the glitz and glamour of the Blackpool Tower Ballroom, Welsh Opera Singer and ‘Go.Compare’ Man Wynne Evans and professional partner Katya Jones’ danced an alternative Charleston set to the tune “Carmen Suite No. 1: 5. Le Toreador” by Georges Bizet.
Charleston is famous as a solo dance, so when my business partner Elena suggested we developed a course in Partner Charleston I was sceptical. Twenties Charleston is just a tap and a step, could we keep the essence of that footwork and create a dance which felt interesting and varied? One year on, we have successfully created seven Partner Charleston dances, which both look and feel great to dance.
We love a musical and we're taught many routines on our course from shows such as Chicago, Cabaret, Anything Goes, Thoroughly Modern Millie and West Side Story. You can take a look at past routines to get an idea of what we've taught and how fun they are! We’ve a whooping 13 routines to date!
After a year long wait, Strictly Come Dancing has finally returned to our screens for their 22nd Series and last Saturday we were treated to not one but two Charleston routines! Both dances have received mixed opinions from both the audience and the judges, but which was your favourite?
Our new term of the year begins on September 9th, and all students participating this term are invited to perform at the MyCharleston Christmas Speakeasy on December 7th. In our Open Level Charleston Course, we'll be dancing to "The Charleston" by James P. Johnson, while the Intermediate group will take on the Black Bottom. Our Musicals Course will take you back to the 1970s with "Rhythm of Life," or you can explore the dynamic Partner Charleston to "I'll Always Be in Love with You." The new term is available both in-studio and online. Check out all the previews here!
Watch the ‘Sugar Foot Stomp ‘ routine by all our groups over the third term the year 2024. This routine was taught across Brighton & Hove, Lewes, Eastbourne, Portsmouth, Holland, the Midlands and Online. Take a look at the final performances in class.
The MyCharleston Speakeasy is a dress-up and dance event where we transport you back to the Roaring Twenties. Our Hot Jazz band gets your toes tapping while the flapper dancers are knee-slapping, with group-led dances and performances. As part of the performances this year, we had 4 different groups of students from our classes perform group numbers throughout the afternoon. Take a look below at each of the group routines.
Embrace the summer spirit with our Open Level Charleston Course set to the lively tune of 'Happy Feet,' or take your skills up a notch in the Intermediate Charleston class with the energetic beats of 'Sing Sing Sing.' You can also master the captivating 'Jet Song' routine from West Side Story in our Musicals course or explore the dynamic 1920s Partner Charleston to 'Don’t Bring Lulu.' The new term begins on June 10th, available both in-studio and online. Check out all the previews here!
On 11th May, we were delighted to host Jenny Thomas for two Charleston Masterclasses in Brighton. This was a unique opportunity for our students to learn from one of world’s top choreographers in Charleston & Authentic Jazz. She has devised several top scoring Charleston routines for BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing and now it was our turn to try out some of signatures moves.
Watch the videos from our second term of the year 2024. Our Shake That Thing routine was taught across Brighton & Hove, Lewes, Eastbourne, Portsmouth, Holland, the Midlands and Online. Below we have also included our Musicals Course ‘Hot Honey Rag‘ , Partner Charleston and Intermediate Level performance of Moten Swing.
Swivel in our Open Level Charleston Course to 'Sugar Foot Stomp' or try iconic number 'Me Ol’Bamboo ' from, Chitty Chatty Bang Bang, in our Musicals Course. Elevate your skills in the Intermediate Charleston course with the upbeat sounds of 'Why Don’t You Do Right.' Plus, mark your calendar for our new Partner Course starting 18th April, set to 'Jeepers Creepers.'
In the 1920s flappers girls broke the image of what a traditional woman should be. They cut their hair short, wore make-up and are what many considered the "modern" woman, breaking away from victorian womanhood. Flapper girls Josephine Baker, Clara Bow and Louise Brooks are maybe the most most famous three from the era but what made them stood out and stand the test of time?
Our new Cabaret Show ‘Magic of Musicals‘ is specially designed for Care Homes, bringing joy and entertainment to residents. This Cabaret show takes you on a journey through time, from the Roaring Twenties up to the Swinging Sixties. The show is a celebration of Broadway and Hollywood’s rich tapestry of music and dance across the decades.
Watch the videos from our first term of 2024. This routine was taught across Brighton & Hove, Lewes, Eastbourne, Portsmouth, and Online. The videos include: Everybody Loves My Baby , Bugsy Malone, Partner Charleston and Intermediate Level performance of Sugar Root Rag.
Join us for our next 5 week Musical Course in Hove or online, where you can learn the iconic All That Jazz routine from Chicago!
Hove details: Tuesdays from 22 April, 7-8pm at Open Space Studios, Hove
Online details: Wednesdays from 23 April at 7pm via Zoom
Visit www.mycharlestondance.com to secure your place!