History Weekend - 100 Years of Swinging at the Savoy until
In 1926, the Savoy Ballroom in Harlem, New York, opened its doors for the first time. It soon became the epicenter for the development of swing music and swing dancing. Generations of famous dancers and musicians were shaped here—in the World's Finest Ballroom—and themselves shaped what we know today as Lindy Hop, among other dances. The Savoy's no discrimination policy made it possible for aspiring black talents in particular to perform on the famous two-part stage, thereby enriching jazz music and advancing it creatively.
We want to explore the origins of Lindy Hop over a weekend in Magdeburg and trace the development of the dance. The founders of Swingopedia, Joseph and Charlotte, will accompany us on this journey—both in dance workshops and in evening lectures and discussions. Using film footage from the early days and interviews with the elders, we will embark on a journey through 100 years of Lindy Hop.
Schedule
Saturday
10:30-12:30 Workshop
14:30-16:30 Workshop
19:30-21:00 History Discussion
21-23:00 Social
Sunday
10:30-12:30 Workshop
14:30-16:30 Workshop
19:30-21:00 History Discussion
21-23:00 Social
(English will serve as the language for all events during the weekend.)
Passes
Full Pass - contains all classes (8h)
Day Pass - contains only one day of classes, either Saturday or Sunday (4h) -> from 18 May 2026, subject to availability
The evening events will be on donation basis.
Levels and Prerequisites
Prerequisite for participation is completion of Lindy 1 and 2 or solid basics, dynamic circles, and first swingouts. All workshops are based on this and take place in open level mode. They are designed to provide new impulses and inspiration for every level of dance experience.
Kulturscheune im Moritzhof
Moritzplatz 1
39124 Magdeburg
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