Sun 30th Oct - London

[Minnie M]

It's Phiw and Grunt for me. Does that help?

Do you mean Feel and Grunt I missed them tonight as my son is watching football and I am on his computer so got to get home by 10pm to watch it on ITV2 (or is it ITV3 )

BTW I'll be at the T-Dance Sunday - Magic Marc is DJing after his debut performance he is sure to bring the crowds in again - just lurv his stuff (great sets at the BFG too )

[under par]

mrs Par and I will be at the T Jive....

[ElaineB]

mrs Par and I will be at the T Jive....

And myself and Simon - looking forward to a dance or two please?


Elaine

[stewart38]

Does Ashtons suffer when Jango is on ? (re numbers)

[senorita]

Does Ashtons suffer when Jango is on ? (re numbers)

I have been a couple of times in the past when Jango T dance was on, & it was very busy, but that was then

[David Bailey]

Does Ashtons suffer when Jango is on ? (re numbers)

No reason why it should (or vice versa for that matter).

London's a big place, and if there's a big enough market to support 4 - 5 MJ places on a weekday evening, I'd imagine it's big enough to support a couple of venues on a weekend afternoon.

I used to wonder about how much "clashing" events caused problems in terms of numbers, but I now think that mostly they don't - I reckon at least 75% of dancers at a venue are regulars for that venue, and only 25% are "floating dancers".

There are some exceptions - for example, really large-scale events like the Walthamstow Ball in London can affect numbers across town in Hammersmith. Or if there are lots of events on, numbers may be down generally.

But all other factors being equal, I think a venue succeeds if it's good, and fails if it's not.

[under par]

No reason why it should (or vice versa for that matter).

London's a big place, and if there's a big enough market to support 4 - 5 MJ places on a weekday evening, I'd imagine it's big enough to support a couple of venues on a weekend afternoon..

very true, especially as you cannot squeeze that many into Kent house either its a very small venue.

But all other factors being equal, I think a venue succeeds if it's good, and fails if it's not.

I agree if the venue provide what the punters want it will be well attended whatever else is on.

[Minnie M]

And myself and Simon - looking forward to a dance or two please?
Elaine

book me in for a dance with the champ please

[stewart38]

I used to wonder about how much "clashing" events caused problems in terms of numbers, but I now think that mostly they don't - I reckon at least 75% of dancers at a venue are regulars for that venue, and only 25% are "floating dancers".

But all other factors being equal, I think a venue succeeds if it's good, and fails if it's not.

Chesham suffers when Ashtons is on must be the 25% of floating dancers ,drift that way.

[Cruella]

book me in for a dance with the champ please

I'll be right behind you Lynda, so pass him over when you've finished!

[Zebra Woman]

I'll be right behind you Lynda, so pass him over when you've finished!

Then me next please


ZW

[under par]

I'll be right behind you Lynda, so pass him over when you've finished!

Whilst you lot squabble over Simon I can dance away with the delectable Elaine

Keep it up girls!!(if I can say that!!)

[Cruella]

But i'll be after you too Paul!

[latinlover]

OK, so nothing much to choose between Hammersmith and Cricklewood in terms of the experience. Are any Forumites actually going to either of them? (Dancing MJ on your own isn't a good look)

Blimey, if that's the case Hammersmith has really deteriorated
when did you last go ,First Move?
I like Ashtons alot for a MJ night , but I would choose Kent house over ashtons (Even after a ballroom class,it'll be the same old MJstuff afterwards)any time for sheer unadulterated quality of dance experience
Are you sure you don't mean hammersmith town hall on a saturday........?

[senorita]

I'll be in London on the aforementioned (next) Sunday. I understand the options are T-Jive in Hammersmith and Ashtons Chill-out in Cricklewood. Where do forumites congregate?

Reading the blurb, T-Jive is Jango based, in which I've only ever done one lesson, and Ashtons has a ballroom lesson, equally wasted on me

I'm free sat night & would love to dance but dont know what else is on apart from Hammersmith Town Hall.., so it maybe the case I have to sell my soul again to get in there

Not sure on Sunday yet as I have to be on standby for my Airballonride if that doesnt happen I may come to Ashtons T dance..BUT if it decides to be 30C plus degree's (yeah right) I'm elsewhere thanku very much

[Zebra Woman]

I'm free sat night & would love to dance but dont know what else is on apart from Hammersmith Town Hall.., so it maybe the case I have to sell my soul again to get in there

Some confusion going on here?

Saturday Night:

Hammersmith Town Hall - Ceroc freestyle. Big hall usually crowded, shin protection recommended.

Sunday Afternoon:

Ashtons T Jive - Ceroc freestyle (Chill-out Lounge)2.30 -6.30, with 1 hour of ballroom music at the start . Cake and a VERY BIG FAN.

Hammersmith (Kent House) - Amir's T jive, Very small hall, slower more interesting music. Class 2-3PM Freestyle to Marc's music 3 - 5.30PM. Cake.

ZW

[under par]

But i'll be after you too Paul!

Good I've marked my dance card accordingly.

[Zebra Woman]

But i'll be after you too Paul!

Me too!

ZW

[Paul F]

I'm free sat night & would love to dance but dont know what else is on apart from Hammersmith Town Hall.., so it maybe the case I have to sell my soul again to get in there

Hammersmith may be good but, if you can get there, I would strongly consider JagJives venue at Gt Bookham, Leatherhead.
Only been to one of their nights before but it was really really good. Good dancers, good music and well run.

I have copied the note from uk-jive.

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Our home venue in Great Bookham is a charming character venue with two rooms - modern jive in the Old Barn Hall and swing & blues in the adjoining Harrison Hall. The Old Barn Hall has an excellent sprung dance floor and a cathedral ceiling with original oak beams.
We ALWAYS restrict numbers to 50% of the fire limit, to provide sufficient space for dancers. Almost all dances sell out in advance.
John is also resident DJ at Stompin' Fridays in Hove & the quarterly Events For Charity dances at Hove Town Hall.

Popular & friendly venue attracting dancers from all over the South. 2 Halls (Modern + Swing & Blues). Top DJs. Juice/water at cost, byo alcohol. Free tea & coffee. Advanced reservations recommended.
The Old Barn Hall, Bookham, 55 Church Road, Great Bookham, Leatherhead
Starts at : 19:45
Ticket price : £6
Door price (if available) : £7
Non-smoking venue

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I have never been but Sheepy made it 4 people who have now recommended this venue to me. Must be something in it!

[under par]

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Our home venue in Great Bookham is a charming character venue with two rooms - modern jive in the Old Barn Hall and swing & blues in the adjoining Harrison Hall. The Old Barn Hall has an excellent sprung dance floor and a cathedral ceiling with original oak beams.
We ALWAYS restrict numbers to 50% of the fire limit, to provide sufficient space for dancers. Almost all dances sell out in advance.
John is also resident DJ at Stompin' Fridays in Hove & the quarterly Events For Charity dances at Hove Town Hall.

Popular & friendly venue attracting dancers from all over the South. 2 Halls (Modern + Swing & Blues). Top DJs. Juice/water at cost, byo alcohol. Free tea & coffee. Advanced reservations recommended.
The Old Barn Hall, Bookham, 55 Church Road, Great Bookham, Leatherhead
Starts at : 19:45
Ticket price : £6
Door price (if available) : £7
Non-smoking venue

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I have never been but Sheepy made it 4 people who have now recommended this venue to me. Must be something in it!

This is a cracking evening..

the hall is quite small but they usually run a separate blues room.

BE WARNED THIS IS NORMALLY SOLD OUT .. so if you are interested book a ticket in advance they have turned many dancers away on the night.