music & dance in the Great NW!
1st Friday Dance
Nov.6 | Gator Boy’s Juke Joint
Revel and dance with lovely partners in joyful community to the Gator Boy’s extraordinary variety of soulful, groovy sounds — a fresh, rootsy mix of Swing, Blues, Cha Cha Cha, Waltz, Cajun/Zydeco, NC2S, WCS & more — at Eagles Mother Aerie (8201 Lake City Way NE, Seattle). 6:30pm Waltz Lesson, 7:30-10pm dance, $15. Revel with lovely people in a great venue.
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20th Annual
Nov.8 | Louisianathon 2026
Cajun & Creole Celebration of Dance, Food and Culture! Six live bands including Les Femmes d’Enfer and Swamp Soul. Cajun jam kickoff 12:30pm, music until 7pm. Cajun & Zydeco dance lessons with Sean “Gator Boy” Donovan and Cajun food for purchase. Large dance hall with free parking nearby. Please join us for a day of celebration and community!
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Friday Night Live
Nov.13 | The Buckaroosters
Count on a right fine party when these hard-swingin’ groove slingers take the stage, bringing the songs of Buck Owens to life with consummate skill and verve. With this lineup, love is always in the air. 6:30pm Honky Tonk Swing lesson, 7:30-10pm dance, $25 — Eagles Mother Aerie (8201 Lake City Way NE, Seattle). Ain’t nothin’ finer than some live Buckaroosters!
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Let’s Dance!
Sean pairs passion for dance with a love for teaching, bringing joy and excitement to learning and focusing on the vital power of dance to delight and transform us.
Now offering in-person and Zoom lessons. For private lesson times (including daytimes/weekends), group lessons, special events, wedding dances, and DJ services, email Sean or call/text 206.860.8714.
Private lessons are the fastest way to learn, build confidence, and progress in your dance. The individual attention provided can yield exponential results, and with Sean, your learning will be effective, encouraging, and fun!
Gift Certificates
Single or 3-pack Pricing
PRO DJ Services
A professional DJ since 2004 (including over 15 years on air with KBCS 91.3FM), Sean hosts regular dances and can provide music to help make your celebration extraordinary, whether it be a wedding, party, or special event. Sean is known for listening to how you’d like your event to sound and flow, and helping delight you and your guests by creating a unique soundtrack for your memorable good times. He’s exceptionally versatile, personable, and thorough, and can also teach a dance lesson for your guests!
To discuss DJ services and custom pricing, please email Sean or call/text 206.860.8714.
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