But how much do you know about this scene? Here are seven remarkable things about Hellzapoppin' every die-hard lindy hopper should be aware of.

A brief proviso: I am not a film historian, just a dancer who has done some digging and learned from other very smart people.

1. The Dancers

The dancers are all part of Whitey’s Lindy Hoppers dance troupe. Principal choreography was created by Frankie Manning, as he recounts in his autobiography Ambassador of Lindy Hop. The incredible dancers are, in order of appearance:

Frances “Mickey” Jones and William Downes

Norma Miller and Billy Ricker

Willamae Ricker and Al Minns

Ann Johnson and Frankie Manning

Originally Wilda Crawford and Thomas "Tops" Lee were part of the routine. But after missing a rehearsal and not providing any excuse, Frankie had them cut and replaced with Willa Mae Ricker and Al Minns. So the lesson for you all is don’t miss rehearsal.

2. The Music

The music that leads into the performance is performed by the wonderful band Slim and Slam, who were as famous for their on-stage antics as their musicianship. Here’s the lineup:

Slim Gaillard - piano, guitar

Slam Stewart - bass

Rex Stewart - cornet

Elmer Fane - clarinet

Jap Jones - trombone

C.P. Jonstone - drums

The song was composed specifically for the routine by musical director Charles Previn and recorded by a studio orchestra. Here’s how Frankie recalls the process: