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George Gee’s “Sleigh Bells Swing” at Edison Ballroom (video)

Posted on December 30, 2008 by

Here's a clip of lindy hoppers Maggie Moon, Jennifer Jones, Eden Atencio, Mike Jaeger, Dave Graybill and Roddy Caravella performing in the "Sleigh Bells Swing" musical revue. Choreography by Evita Arce.

I had a wonderful night at "Sleigh Bells Swing" with a bunch of friends at the elegant Edison Ballroom in Times Square.  The evening began with a delicious four-course dinner, with great service from our waiter.  At around 8:30, the musical revue began, which included the full George Gee orchestra (including a strings section!), an Andrews Sisters-esque act, John Dokes on vocals plus another very good male vocalist, a hoofer, and the lindy hoppers mentioned above. 

After the revue, there was a short break, followed by another set by the orchestra for general dancing, plus DJed music.  There were several dancers there on the evening that we were there, but I would recommend bringing a partner just to be safe.

If you are game for a very Christmas-y, schmaltzy, 1940s era musical evening, you can't go wrong with "Sleigh Bells Swing."  My parents would have loved it, and my group had a great time.  "Sleigh Bells Swing" runs through January 5 at the Edison Ballroom. Produced by George Gee and Mickey Marchello.

1 thought on “George Gee’s “Sleigh Bells Swing” at Edison Ballroom (video)”

  1. Eden Atencio says:
    February 4, 2009 at 12:00 am

    Thanks so much for posting and supporting us Rick!
    Can’t wait to do Sleigh Bells Swing again next year, Sleigh Bells Swing Strikes Back!

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