# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Essex Swing Dance - Live Band Night! w/ The Intercontinentals
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 30 Jan, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Fri, 30 Jan, 2026 at 11:30 pm
- **Event Description**: Date: Friday 30th January 2026

Three of Europe’s premier swing and jazz musicians, bassist Leigh Barker, vocalist Louise Messenger & extraordinary reeds player Duncan Hemstock (all hailing originally from Australia) have joined forces to form the all-star swing band, The Intercontinentals.

This special line-up features Duncan Hemstock, Louise Messenger and showcases the London iteration of the band.

Expect The Intercontinentals signature swing, groove and globe-trotting energy that defines the band’s performances with artists like Gordon Webster, The Shirt Tail Stompers, the Hot Jazz Alliance, Branford Marsalis & The Hot Sugar Band.

Event Address: Witham Public Hall, Collingwood Road, Witham CM8 2DY.

The venue boasts a fantastic dance floor and a spacious stage, perfect for an unforgettable night with the full big band experience. The hall is walking distance from Witham station with good transport links to London and surrounding areas as well as a public car park opposite.

Cost:
Early bird (Until December 1st) - £18 Including booking fees (limited)
Normal (from December 1st) - £20 Including booking fees
On the door (if not sold out) - £25

In advance only here: https://essexswingdance.co.uk

7:00pm – Doors Open & DJ Set
8:00pm – First live band set
9:00pm – DJ Set
9:30pm – Second live band set
10:30pm – DJ Set
11:30pm – Finish

We're also delighted to welcome Dave Willis ‘The Mailman’ on the decks! Dave has been a collector of vintage music for most of his life. A fellow founding member of the Hot Club of Norwich, he has Dj’d at Nighthawks, Frisking the Whiskers, Fine City Swing, The Rhythm Riot and Hillbilly Hoedown.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/witham/essex-swing-dance-live-band-night-w-the-intercontinentals/200029157979506
- **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, live-music, art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 250

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Witham
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Witham Public Hall
- **lat**: 51.801396176007
- **long**: 0.63926604634095
- **full address**: Witham Public Hall, Collingwood Rd,Witham, Essex, United Kingdom

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Essex Swing Dance - Live Band Night! w/ The Intercontinentals being held?
  - **A:** Essex Swing Dance - Live Band Night! w/ The Intercontinentals takes place on Fri, 30 Jan, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Fri, 30 Jan, 2026 at 11:30 pm at Witham Public Hall, Collingwood Rd,Witham, Essex, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Essex Swing Dance - Live Band Night! w/ The Intercontinentals?
  - **A:** Essex Swing Dance - Live Band Night! w/ The Intercontinentals is organized by Essexswingdance.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Essex Swing Dance - Live Band Night! w/ The Intercontinentals is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Witham, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 250+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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