Swing Dance with Four Star Combo

Swing Dance with Four Star Combo is a lively evening of authentic 1950s rockabilly and early rock & roll, featuring live music from the Four Star Combo. The band, known for its vintage instruments, slapped upright bass, and energetic stage show, plays a mix of well-known hits, obscure gems, and original songs that evoke a 1950s radio broadcast. Whether you’re an experienced dancer or a complete beginner, the event kicks off with a beginner swing dance lesson taught by Gottaswing instructors, included in your admission. The lesson starts at 8:00 pm, followed by open dancing from 8:30 to 10:30 pm in the BlackRock Center’s BlackBox theater.

When: Friday, July 24, 2026.

Showtimes: Doors and beginner lesson at 8:00 pm; dancing from 8:30 pm to 10:30 pm.

Tickets: General admission is $20 per person. A 4% service fee applies to online and credit card purchases; the fee is waived for cash or check transactions completed in person at the box office.

Lineup: Four Star Combo (featuring a seasoned group of musicians with extensive experience in the DC-metro area).

Run time: The lesson runs 30 minutes, then dancing continues for two hours; total event duration is approximately 2.5 hours.

Ages: All ages are welcome; no partner is needed for the lesson or dancing.

Venue: BlackBox theater at BlackRock Center for the Arts.

Note: The beginner swing lesson is included in the price of admission. Gottaswing also offers separate eight-week beginner and intermediate classes on Thursday nights.