Routine from 1927 with a twist in the second part The Shim Sham is a tap routine created by Leonard Reed & Willie Bryant in 1927, originally called "Goofus". It was commonly used as a finishing ensemble for cabaret shows with all the performers. Howard Johnson says the routine was taken and performed by a Drag chorus line in the after hours at The 101 Ranch, thus the name Shim Sham [she-him] sham. They assumingly introduced the shaking nature in the hip and shoulders, doing the Shimmy in the fir

🎶 Explore the roots of dance history with the Shim Sham! 🕺 Originally a 1928 tap dance finale by Leonard Reed and Willie Bryant, it has transformed into a global sensation, gracing social swing dances worldwide. A must-know for every Lindy Hopper, the Shim Sham adds a vibrant touch to the dance floor. Check out the colorful Shim Sham moments from the recent SWING On In Christmas party! 🎄✨Exciting news: Join our summer workshop series in January, where we'll dive into the magic of the Shim Sha

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