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How often are the dances?
We are attempting to hold the Fish Fry every other Saturday during the
semester. Depending on room availability and enthusiasm we may have to add or
cancel dates. This is the last Fish Fry of this semester, check back for next
semester’s dates. Check the website for updates or sign-up on our
mailing list to keep informed.
Who can come?
Anyone and everyone who is interested in learning to Swing dance or would
just like to enjoy the music is welcome to attend. You need not bring a
partner, and need not be affiliated with the University of Pennsylvania. Penn
ID NOT required. All class are designed for the
beginner- if you can walk, we can teach you to dance.
Why is it called the Fish Fry?
The inspiration for holding a Saturday Night Fish Fry comes from the song of
the same name by one of the greatest swing artists of all time, Louis
Jordan. Fish Fries were popular during the Depression Era, when people all
over the country would fish all week, put the fish in an ice box, and then
take them to a public park for a fish fry. The fish fry was always held on
Saturday nights during the Depression and sandwiches would cost a mere 25
cents! If you read the lyrics
of Saturday Night Fish Fry, you'll notice these events were as much a
dance jam session and party as a means to make a few dollars. You won't find
any fish on our Saturday Nights, but you will find the festive nature of
these events: plenty of dancing, fabulous music, and you don't have to be a
"cook, or awaiter, or a good musician" to
get in free!
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