May Day Celebrations with Cut A Shine Barn Dance
Order of the Night
19:00: Venue and Bar Open
19:30 - May Pole!
20:00 - 21:00: First Set of dances - more simple ones to learn the moves
21:00 - 21:30: Break!
21:30 - 23:30: Barn Dance Proper
May Day May Day!!! It’s officially the start of Summer, the return of the light with those lovely long evenings, and traditionally a day of celebration and folk dance. Join us at the Round Chapel in Hackney to mark the start of summer. We are in the process of making a Maypole.. so watch this space.
About The Dancing
Although called many things; Ceilidh, Country Dance, Barn Dance, Ceili Dance, Square Dance, Set Dancing - one thing is certain, it's all "traditional" and how people would entertain themselves before TV and raves. We have a live band on stage to provide the music, and a "Dance Caller", who is expert at teaching you all the simple and fun moves. First we learn the dance by walking through it with the caller, then the band strike up, and we dance to the music. You don't need any experience, just willingness to have a go and have fun.
Cut A Shine Monthly Dances
Your monthly fix of endorphins inducing barn dance fun - dance and be silly like they used to do before electricity, TV and Netflix! We're excited to be hosting dances every month at The Round Chapel...
Inclusivity and Diversity
Our dances are All Inclusive, regardless of age, gender, ability, ethnicity or sexual orientation. Although based largely on traditional European and American dance forms, we welcome all cultures and peoples to enjoy these dances and culture. We have tailored our dances to be non-heteronormative and involve everyone. We welcome members of the LGBTQ+ community.
Ticket Prices and Accessibility to The Arts
Low Income Tickets: £14
General Admission: £17
High Income Ticket: £20
Our ticket pricing might seem complicated, but we want everyone to have access to the arts regardless of your financial situation. Cut A Shine is a not-for-profit dance company, and we want to engage our local community to get involved. If the cost of living crisis is affecting you, choose the cheaper ticket, then, depending on your income levels, pay what you can afford - all the way up to super awesome supporters of the arts!
It’s a Dance!
A gentle reminder, please wear appropriate footwear, as this is a vigorous dance session! It’s also an “old fashioned” dance, where you have a dancing partner (sometimes 2!) and have to hold hands sometimes. There is physical contact.
