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SEPTEMBER 27 - 29, 2024 |
BATHURST BOOGIE In a Nutshell
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Meet Your 2024 Swing Dance Instructors!
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CLAIRE AHERN
Swing dancer, Claire Ahern, is a dynamic performer, charismatic instructor, and passionate champion of swing dance in New Brunswick. Claire learned to swing dance in Halifax, NS, where she also began teaching, and has since danced across Canada, the U.S., and Europe. In 2019, Ms. Ahern moved to Saint John NB, a city bereft of a swing dance scene. Claire quickly took matters into her own hands to create a swing dance community from scratch, and founded Saint John Swing Dance. Since then, she has hosted many swing events, a lesson series, live band and outdoor dances, and has taught hundreds of folks how to dance. A keen collaborator, Claire is thrilled to be teaching at the annual Bathurst Boogie!
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MARIE-CHRISTINE ALLARD
Marie-Christine has been a dancer without a dance scene for over a decade, until she fell in love with lindy hop! This new love propelled her to travel to swing dance events in Montreal, Quebec, Boston, Now York, and across the Maritimes. Most recently, she has started to build her own swing dance community in Campbellton, NB called Swing Restigouche where she aims to keep her dance students laughing while learning this amazing and joyful style of dance. Marie-Christine has been instrumental in forming swing dance communities on the north shore of NB and we hope it continues to grow! She is excited to be an instructor this year at Bathurst Boogie!
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ZAC PARK
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ERIN HENNESSY
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Zac is a Lindy Hop enthusiast, performer and competitor based in Saint John, NB. His swing dance journey has taken him across Canada, starting on the West Coast in 2010 and continuing in Atlantic Canada since 2021. Zac is so thankful for dance, the immense joy it brings, the expressive and healing power of it, and the connection it fosters with others. He is eternally grateful to the pioneers and ambassadors of the jazz era dances. You can find Zac at Saint John Swing Dance events, social dancing by the sea, or performing throughout the city for public and private events.
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Erin Hennessy is a seasoned dance educator of over 20 years and visual artist rooted in Bathurst. Her journey began with training across Canada and the US, specializing in ballet, contemporary, modern, acro, and yoga. She studied contemporary dance at Concordia University in Montreal before founding and directing a successful dance school in Bathurst for 12 years. Currently, Erin serves as co-artistic director at Aspire Performing Arts Studio, where she shares her passion for dance across various styles, including Swing dance for beginners. Alongside her dedication to dance, Erin contributes creatively as a visual artist, enriching the cultural fabric of her community.
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More Details
In affiliation with the New Brunswick Band Association (NBBA), Saint John Swing Dance, Restigouche Swing and Bathurst Swing Dance along with Bathurst Community Concert Band and Phantom Jazz Band, we are excited to bring you the 3rd annual BATHURST BOOGIE: SWING DANCE FEST during the weekend of September 27 - 29, 2024 and we hope YOU will join us!
Clare Ahern (Saint John Swing Dance) along with Marie-Christine Allard (Restigouche Swing), Zac Park (Saint John Swing Dance), and Erin Hennessy (Bathurst Swing Dance) will be leading the Bathurst Boogie sessions and bringing tons of fun and energy to Bathurst throughout the entire weekend!
Our hope is that this weekend will be made up of dancers and musicians from many different communities and from all over Atlantic Canada and beyond! Please take some time to explore the Bathurst Boogie related web pages located under the Swing Dance drop down menu or blue links across the top of each section.
Please review, print, and complete the waiver to bring with you to the event. Copies will be available to sign upon your arrival in case you forget.
♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫ REGISTER TODAY FOR BATHURST BOOGIE: SWING DANCE FEST ♪♪♪♪♪♪♪♪♪♪♪♪♪
Are you even the slightest bit interested in:
1. Meeting many dancers from all over the Atlantic Canada?
2. Learn from talented, respected and professional instructors?
3. Dance with a live 23-piece big band for 3 hours?
4. Have a fun activity that you AND your partner can share together?
5. Having a fantastic weekend of dance fellowship and starting the latest craze in Bathurst?
6. Visiting the beautiful area of Bathurst while the weather is great and before all the snow hits? ;-)
If so, then we encourage you to REGISTER FOR BATHURST BOOGIE NOW and spread the word to your friends and contacts!
Clare Ahern (Saint John Swing Dance) along with Marie-Christine Allard (Restigouche Swing), Zac Park (Saint John Swing Dance), and Erin Hennessy (Bathurst Swing Dance) will be leading the Bathurst Boogie sessions and bringing tons of fun and energy to Bathurst throughout the entire weekend!
Our hope is that this weekend will be made up of dancers and musicians from many different communities and from all over Atlantic Canada and beyond! Please take some time to explore the Bathurst Boogie related web pages located under the Swing Dance drop down menu or blue links across the top of each section.
Please review, print, and complete the waiver to bring with you to the event. Copies will be available to sign upon your arrival in case you forget.
♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫ REGISTER TODAY FOR BATHURST BOOGIE: SWING DANCE FEST ♪♪♪♪♪♪♪♪♪♪♪♪♪
Are you even the slightest bit interested in:
1. Meeting many dancers from all over the Atlantic Canada?
2. Learn from talented, respected and professional instructors?
3. Dance with a live 23-piece big band for 3 hours?
4. Have a fun activity that you AND your partner can share together?
5. Having a fantastic weekend of dance fellowship and starting the latest craze in Bathurst?
6. Visiting the beautiful area of Bathurst while the weather is great and before all the snow hits? ;-)
If so, then we encourage you to REGISTER FOR BATHURST BOOGIE NOW and spread the word to your friends and contacts!
Rehearsal Location: Bathurst High School >> 640 King Ave
The Main Gym will be the main session space for dancers. The Student Entrance will be used for access to the building. Turn down St. John St. off King Ave. and you will see parking along the building or between the building and playground area. Please do not park at the neighbouring Aquatic Centre. (Map below)
Friday 8:30pm - ??? >> Social Time Together for Dancers Only
Dance floor and recorded music provided
Location: Aspire Performing Arts Studio
TICKET COST = $25 (already included in dancer's registration)
Saturday 7:30pm- 8:30pm Beginner Swing Dance Lesson for ANYONE
Location: Bathurst Curling Club @ 209 Saint Andrew St. Bathurst, NB
Saturday 8:30pm-11:30pm Big Band Dance & Cabaret with Phantom Jazz Band & Alysa Collins
Location: Bathurst Curling Club (Map Below)
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