The Cicada Club in downtown LA is one of my favorite venues. You really feel like you’re going back in time when you enter this amazing Art Deco space. The bands are always authentic. However, most of the time it’s prudent to bring your own partner – this is primarily a restaurant and bar, not necessarily a Swing venue. But, there can be nights where there are plenty of partners.
There is a formal dress code, but for good reason – it would be a shame for people in shorts and t-shirts to ruin the 1930’s feel. Plus, can be fun to dress up once in a while, so bring your dance crew and give the Cicada Club a try! Front floor is somewhat small, but you can also dance on the marble floor upstairs which is usually empty.
| THE CICADA CLUB SUMMARY | |
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| When: | Varies, see the Lindy Calendar on this site. |
| Cost: | $10 to $20 cover, but varies. Buy in advance to save. Unfortunately, you still have to pay cover if you get dinner. |
| Crowd: | Usually some intermediate/advanced dancers but most of the time it's safest to bring your own partner. |
| Dress: | Definitely dress up for this! There is a dress code. Men must wear suit and tie. Women, cocktail dress or suit. |
| Website: | cicadaclub.com |
Cicada, 617 South Olive Street, Los Angeles, CA 90014
Hello! We have heard nice comments about your place, and would love to visit someday. I am curious about one of your entertainer……Johnny Crawford, Swing Dance band leader, and the well known child actor from TV’s Rifleman. I have been a lifetime fan. We met him in Kentucky around 2011. I have not heard anything about him in many months, on Facebook, nothing!! I even tried to FB Charlotte, his wife, no answers. I mailed him a birthday card in March to the PO Box address I had, it came back unopened. I am fearing the worst, although I have heard nothing. Do you have any information about Johnny? He is a wonderful person. I am in NO ways a reporter, screwball fan, nosy thrill seeker, Nothing of that sort. I am simply a longtime fan (raised in the City of Fort Worth Texas – a city that Johnny loves, and where I met him when I was 12!) I am very worried.
Hi Carol,
Thank you for your note; Unfortunately I don’t know anything more about Johnny Crawford. This is just my review of the Cicada Club. This isn’t their official page.
Best,
Brain
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