Dance Through the Decades
While people have turned to dance to socialize, find community and express themselves throughout history, some decades stand out for their signature dance styles and vibrant dance culture. This October, Fred Astaire Boise is celebrating dancing through the decades!
Take a waltz down memory lane and revisit some of the most iconic dance eras.
Roaring 20s
From the flashy Charleston to the classic Foxtrot, the 1920s were characterized by energetic dance styles. Think dance parties worthy of “The Great Gatsby.”
During this decade, party goers took their cues from Broadway and dance floors were filled with showy, lively dances. Women began to bob their hair and wear shorter dress styles as a way to express themselves and rebel against the status quo and the flapper still defines the dance culture of the 20s.
Fabulous 50s
Rock’n’Roll, the Jive, the Bunny Hop, the Twist… dancing shaped much of American youth culture in the 50s! With the rise of television, more people had an easy way to see and learn the latest dance moves and dance crazes swept across the country.
An increased interest in Caribbean music during this decade meant that the Mambo, Rumba, Calypso and Cha Cha Cha skyrocketed in popularity and became fixtures in American dance culture.
Swinging 70s
In pop culture, the dances of the 70s defined the decade. Disco music and dancing became a cultural phenomenon with disco balls, glitzy fashion, and the Hustle taking over dance floors. Line dances became ultra popular during the 70s and remain a fixture at wedding receptions to this day.
From Studio 54 to “Saturday Night Fever,” this dance era made an enduring mark on social dancing.
Celebrate With Us!
To celebrate Fred Astaire Boise’s two year anniversary, we are going to be dancing through the decades all month long!
Join us throughout October for fun, themed dance parties. Bonus points if you dress up!
Get Started Today
You don’t need a partner or any experience to fit in at Fred Astaire Boise! Our welcoming studio is a great place to try a new hobby and meet new people.
If you’re new to Fred Astaire Boise, sign up for an introductory private lesson or give us a call at (208) 514-0440. Our welcoming, knowledgeable instructors will have you feeling comfortable and confident in no time. See you on the dance floor!