Conversations about the dancing, the money, and why the first night has to be free.
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Our choreographed group has performed at major swing dance events across the country, putting BIPOC dancers on stages where they have long been underrepresented.
Camp Jitterbug
Funded by: City of Seattle Office of Arts & Culture
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Great Lakes Balboa Escape
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Hot Rhythm Holiday
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Great Lakes Balboa Escape
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Longer conversations with Jennifer Lee about swing dancing, the community, and the work of the Foundation.
Podcast
Sia Dancing
June 17, 2026 · 33 min
Hosted by Anastasia Angeli
Jennifer talks about learning later in life, finding the courage to be bad at something, and making room for joy on the dance floor. The conversation also explores switching roles, inclusive community, and creative projects.
Podcast
Conversations in Closed
December 10, 2025 · 57 min
Hosted by Jose Tello, Denise Lwin, and Jennifer Wang
Jose Tello talks with Jennifer Lee about her life in swing dancing, including competition titles in Lindy Hop, Balboa, and Collegiate Shag. Conversations in Closed is a Balboa community podcast, and this conversation is episode five.
For interviews, photos, or background on the Foundation, email Jennlee@swingartsfoundation.org with the word press in the subject line. Jennifer Lee answers.