Originally posted in 2012 Today is the birthday of the great dancer Charles “Cholly” Atkins (1913-2003). Buffalo native Atkins started out playing floor shows and revues with William “Red” Porter as the “Rhythm Pals.” By 1935, he was playing the Apollo Theatre, Hollywood and nightclubs. In the late 30s he toured with Bill Robinson in The Hot Mikado. World Wa…
SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 07:36AM on September 30, 2013