Vermont Swings with Joe's Big Band!

Do you love everything swing? Enjoy a dancing lesson from Vermont Swings before listening to Vermont’s premier 17-piece jazz ensemble, Joe’s Big Band. These two Burlington VT powerhouses team up for a night you cannot miss!

Doors: 6:00 

Dance Lesson: 6:30 

Show: 7:00 

Vermont Swings is a nonprofit group lead by a great team of board members who volunteer their time to further their love of swing and social dancing, and honor the African-American roots of Jazz Music and Lindy Hop.

Joe's Big Band is a 17-piece jazz ensemble based in the Burlington area that has been performing music ranging from Swing Era classics to contemporary jazz, blues, and funk throughout northern Vermont for over 30 years. The band was founded in the late 1980’s by local jazz musician Joe Levesque. Joe enjoyed giving musicians opportunities to play, as well as sharing the music he loved with many appreciative audiences at concerts, dances, weddings, and Lake Champlain dinner cruises. Since his passing in 2004, Joe’s Big Band has carried on in Joe Levesque’s memory, continuing to evolve into the high-energy force it is today. The band is made up of talented, fun-loving musicians from all over the Champlain Valley who faithfully reproduce the timeless sounds of the masters like Duke Ellington, Glenn Miller, Count Basie, Woody Herman, Stevie Wonder, Brian Setzer, and many more. They also support vocal renditions out of The Great American Songbook. Joe’s Big Band provides Jazz in a Big Way!

The Double E Lounge is a 115-capacity air conditioned space, adjacent to the TREX Theater. We offer free parking, onsite concessions, and a full bar. All ages welcome, children 16 and under require parental supervision at all times. Children 12 and under are allowed free entry.

REFUNDS
Tickets are nonrefundable unless the show is completely canceled.

CONCESSIONS
No outside beverages may be brought into the venue. For patrons over 21, our bar serves beer, wine and mixed drinks. You must be 21 years of age to purchase alcoholic beverages, with a valid driver’s license, liquor ID, passport or military ID present at the time of purchase. Drinks purchased at the bar may be brought into the TREX Performance Center during Double E produced events. Movie theater concessions are generally available on event nights, until 9:00 PM.

Looking to dine before the show? The Essex Experience has many offering an array of culinary options!

Black Flannel Brewery and Distillery - Burgers, small plates, and craft brews made on site.

Bramble - Farm fresh family-style dining and wood-fired pizzas

Junction - An immersive culinary experience awaits. Reservations required.

Leo and Co. - Juices, smoothies, farm fresh produce and groceries, baked goods, sandwiches, soups

Mad Taco - Fresh Mexican + margaritas

Magic Mann - Consumer cannabis for responsible enjoyment

Oriental Wok - takeout only and delicious traditional Chinese dishes

Salt & Bubbles Wine Bar & Market - Charcuterie, small plates, wine, and grab + go market supplies

Sukho Thai - dine-in and takeaway gourmet Thai

Lazy Goat Tavern - Seasonal Vermont favorites in a cozy setting, honoring Stuart and Penelope, the goats who reside at The Essex Resort and Spa

Vermont Cider Lab - Small plates and charcuterie, paired with incredible hard cider brewed onsite Some events have specialty food for purchase available.

*Check websites for operating hours. Reservations may be required.

ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES

No outside alcoholic beverages may be brought into the venue. For patrons over 21, our bar serves beer, wine and mixed drinks. You must be 21 years of age to purchase alcoholic beverages, with a valid driver’s license, liquor ID, passport or military ID present at the time of purchase.

SAFETY AND SECURITY POLICIES

All bags are subject to searches prior to entering the venue, no exceptions.

Our patron’s safety and security is our top priority. To protect the safety of our patrons, staff and performers you’ll be greeted upon entry by one of our security personnel who will conduct a thorough but speedy check of all bags and purses. Clear plastic tote bags/small backpacks are encouraged!

Pocketbooks/purses and other bags which are not fully viewable (where they are stuffed full with items making it difficult to view everything inside the bag without emptying the bag) may be asked to be returned to the patrons vehicle at the discretion of the security personnel.

During our security screening process, all patrons will be asked to open / unfold large jackets, coats, etc.

The following items are also not allowed inside the venue under any circumstances: firearms, including those carried by off-duty law enforcement; weapons of any kind; sharp items such as knives (including pocket or “Swiss Army”-style knives), multi-tools, screwdrivers and scissors; illegal substances; laser pens; fireworks, or any item that can be deemed potentially harmful, including pepper spray and Mace.

People attempting to bring in the items listed above will be asked to return them to their vehicle which will delay their entrance inside the venue.

These policies are designed to make all of our patrons feel safer at our venues. Any questions on these policies can be directed to [email protected] or by calling 802-878-4200.

SMOKING

There is no smoking of any substance inside The T-Rex/Double E Performance Center. Smoke is restricted to designated smoking areas located outside The Green. This includes cannabis, e-cigarettes and vaping.

ACCESSIBILITY

There are accessible restrooms and parking.

Please call the box office at 802-878-4200 for accessible tickets or for more information regarding accessibility.

PARKING

The Essex Experience, where The Old Stage, The Green, and The Double E Performance Center are located offers plenty of complimentary, on-site parking adjacent to the venue.

The parking lot entrance is located at 21 Essex Way. We offer handicapped parking in designated areas.

We do not allow any tailgating or barbecuing in our lots, however concessions are available inside the venue prior to the performance through the end of intermission.

Since we are located in a mixed-use residential area, please consider our “good neighbor policy” and do not sound horns when exiting the venue.

The Essex Experience, T-Rex Productions/Double E, and EuroWest Retail Property Holdings are not responsible for theft or damage to vehicles or contents.

VIDEOGRAPHY + PHOTOGRAPHY

We do not allow SLR or DSLR cameras with detachable lenses in the venue without a photo pass and prior written consent of artist management. if you wish to obtain a media/photo pass, please reach out to Brady Kimball, Community Engagement Ambassador at [email protected].

AGE RESTRICTIONS

Most shows are all ages. Any age restriction will be noted on the website listing.

If you wish to bring children, we encourage you to watch the videos posted on the events to determine age appropriateness of content. Any child over 12 years old is required to have a ticket for a performance.

BOX OFFICE

Ticketed events can be found on EssexExperience.com. All major credit cards are accepted for phone and online purchases. Cash payments are only accepted in person, via the Box Office, one hour before doors up through the start of the show.

All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges, unless a show is canceled. Please direct any questions to [email protected].

ATM

For your convenience, ATMs are located at the Essex Cinema at 21 Essex Way, #300, in front of the Essex Cinemas and within Hannaford's Supermarket, at 21 Essex Way, Suite A.

COMMUNITY STATEMENT

Proceeds from our venues are reinvested in the Essex community and non-profit organizations that support the arts, humanities and education in Vermont. We do not tolerate hate speech, bullying, violence, or antagonistic behavior at our venues or on our community pages. We accept and welcome feedback sent to [email protected].

Host or Publisher The Double E