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THE HEP PROJECT
Utilize the PAST s Energize the PRESENT s Provide a FUTURE

We offer an energetic, multi-media performance sharing the
historical, cultural, & physical importance of DANCE focusing
on the Swing Era (1920s-1950s).

This assembly offers an appreciation of African American influences
in music and American history, while preserving the art of Swing Dancing (America’s true folk dance).

The interactive nature of the program fosters kinesthetic awareness and exposes students to jazz music and dance.
The entire audience is involved throughout the presentation with physical movement and engaging video clips.

click HERE to see video footage of the program

click HERE to see the list of schools we've worked with

THE GOAL:
We want to share the joy and history of Swing dancing with students of all ages.

We want to provide swing scenes with a program that will offer
a new lifeline for their classes and events. 

We hope to contribute to the longevity of Swing Dancing.

THE BENEFITS:
    For individual schools (any age level):

• An interactive, fun assembly
• Teach American historical culture
• Expose students to jazz music and dance
• Teach students a skill that can be used for a lifetime
• An introduction or conclusion to a cross curriculum study in:
  • Harlem Renaissance
  • Civil Rights Movement
  • 1920s through 1950s

    For your local swing dance community:

• Bring more students and dancers to your scene
• Bring younger generations into your scene
• Promote your local classes
• Promote your local events
• Have a program you can use at schools in the future
   

THE PLAN:
    For individual schools:

• Contact 2PlySwing to schedule an assembly at your convenience

    For your local swing dance community:

• Have a weekend workshop with Joel & Alison.
• Arrange an assembly with a local high school for 2PlySwing on Friday.
• Promote the workshop, dances, and other events to the HS students.
• Hold a class on Sunday to educate your scene on how to continue The Hep Project.

THE ASSEMBLY INCLUDES:
   Performances in:

• 1920s Charleston

• Charleston

• Lindy

• Collegiate Shag

• Balboa

• Big Apple

• Jitterbug

Multi Media presentations (with proper school AV equipment):

• video clips of original jazz dancing

• video clips linking today's hip hop/break  dancing to jazz dancing

• swing music

• vintage attire