Known by various names
including "The Harlem Congaroo Dancers" and "Whitey's Lindy
Hoppers", this dance troupe featured a revolving cast of performers who
appeared in a number of live venues, primarily the Savoy Ballroom and feature films
in the 30's and 40's. Among the latter is this spectacular dance
sequence from the film, "Hellzapoppin'!" What is most amazing about
this is that it was made on a shoestring budget in 1941. Every take was done straight through from
beginning to end: no editing, no splicing and no computer trickery. Top that, Fred Astaire.
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