Jenny & Scott in Birmingham
Step Back in Time with a Truly Special Lindy Hop Workshop!
The Swing Era is thrilled to present an exclusive workshop with two of the most celebrated names in the swing dance world — Strictly Come Dancing choreographer Jenny Thomas and international swing dance teacher Scott Cupit.
With decades of experience between them, Jenny and Scott bring an incredible combination of artistry, energy, and historical insight. Both were lucky enough to learn directly from Frankie Manning and Norma Miller, and their shared passion for Lindy Hop shines through in every class they teach. Having taught together across Europe, Jenny and Scott are reuniting for the first time in years and they can’t wait to share the floor with you again.
Expect a workshop filled with rich swing history, deep technical understanding, and, of course, plenty of laughter. Whether you join for the full day or just one session, you’ll be learning from two of the most experienced and inspiring Lindy Hop teachers around. There’ll be lots of personal interaction — Jenny & Scott love engaging with dancers, getting in the rotation, answering questions, and sharing their joy of this dance. Spaces are limited, so book now and be part of this memorable dance experience.
Format:
11.00am – 1.30pm – Improver level
Going over the basics and getting the best out of your dancing.
Break
2.00pm – 4.30pm – Intermediate /advanced
Let’s deep dive into the how of the dance and how to really push yourself to the next level.
Price:
£35 (+booking fee) for one workshop and £60(+booking fee) for two!
Venue:
Midlands Arts Centre, Cannon Hill Park, Birmingham, B12 9QH
Jenny Thomas
Jenny trained at The Doreen Bird College of Performing Arts and has been performing and competing pretty much her whole life. Winning her first competition at the age of 4, she went on to win the All England Championships Tap, Ballet & Modern divisions, winning the Tap division 3 years in a row. Discovering the Lindy Hop in 1992 it wasn’t long before she was adding The US Open, American Swing Dance & UK Open Lindy Hop Championships to her many titles.
Jenny began Lindy Hopping 24 years ago in Anthony Van Laast’s show “Souls in Motion” where she joined Ryan Francois’ dance company Zoots and Spangles. During those years Jenny has travelled the world teaching Master Classes, sharing her extensive knowledge of dance technique and exposing countless people to her love and passion for the dance and continues to do so. To many in the swing dance community she is thought of as one of the “Teachers Teacher”. Performing on some of the most prestigious stages in the world – The London Palladium, Royal Opera House, Radio City Music Hall, Carnegie Hall, The West End & Broadway. Including Soloist and Assistant Choreographer for the Original cast of The Broadway Musical SWING , The Tony Awards, Macy’s Day Parade and The Blockbuster Movie The Polar Express with Tom Hanks.
Scott Cupit
While travelling in America in 1998 with his brother, Scott stumbled upon Lindy Hop. He was instantly drawn to the energy of the dance, the music and the people. Scott made a New Year’s resolution to learn how to Swing dance. He already played the saxophone in a Big Band so had a love for the music from an early age. Scott was recently introduced by a DJ as “the person who has shared this dance we loved more than anyone else”. After being on Dragon’s Den and working on the Australian version of Strictly Come Dancing, Scott has quite the love affair of a dance that he says has been very good to him.
Jenny & Scott in Edinburgh
Details
- Date:
- Sunday 08 March
- Time:
- 11:00am
- Cost:
- £35 (+booking fee) for one workshop and £60(+booking fee) for two!
- Other:
We are in the Performance Studio, please see this guide for full access details: https://macbirmingham.co.uk/visit/access/venue-access-guide
Where
Cannon Hill Park, Birmingham, B12 9QH
