I would like to formally thank the Frankie Foundation for providing the resources to travel to Camp Jitterbug 2026, May 24-27 in Seattle with Al Minn's Next Generation Project. Not only was Camp Jitterbug a wonderful opportunity to take advanced classes in Lindy Hop and hone my technique with other wonderful dancers, but also a transformative experience that allowed me time to connect more closely with legendary lindy hopper luminaries Ms. Sugar Sullivan, Ms. Barbara Billups

We were sad to receive the news that dancer Charlie Meade (born Harold Meade in 1931, Jamaica) has passed away. During his dance career, Charlie worked with Buddy Bradley’s dance group in London in the 1950’s, also touring around Europe. He performed several roles in the 1963 film “Cleopatra," starring Elizabeth Taylor, which was filmed in Rome, including dancer and guard. Since the 1980’s, Charlie regularly performed Lindy hop and jazz dance routines with his long-time da

In honor of Frankie Manning’s 111th birthday on May 26th, the Frankie Manning Foundation is delighted to share this previously unpublished interview! Chazz Young performing at Herräng Dance Camp, 2015. Photo: ©Tamara Pinco Charles “Chazz” Young (born November 8th, 1932) is a renowned dancer and choreographer, who has performed and taught jazz dance, tap, and Lindy Hop around the world. Chazz has of