About
The MLX Ball
It's 1928 and while Basie is swingin' the Savoy, Shorty George is busy inventing the Lindy Hop and Al Capone is at large. You're right there when it all began. A time when dancing was the centre of everyone's social world and the mob ran the streets. A time of Gangsters and Flappers. When you step into the beautiful original ballroom all dolled up in your Flapper dress or Zoot Suit you'll see a huge dance floor and hear the sublime sounds of Melbourne's authentic 16 piece JW Swing Orchestra. Time to get hep and get HOT!
The Details
Where: Central Hall, 20 Brunswick St, Fitzroy
When: 8.00 p.m
Theme: Gangsters & Flappers (dress 1920s)
Tickets: $25 Bucks - Book Online
Now
Contact: matt@oz-music.com
or kylee6666@hotmail.com
Phone: Kylee 9460 2109
Note: Soft drinks will be available. No alcohol allowed in venue.
The Venue
The
venue for the Melbourne Lindy Exchange Ball has one of the biggest and
best sprung dance floors in Melbourne, yet almost nobody in the dance
community knows of its existence. Virtually unused for over 20 years,
it has stood at 20 Brunswick Street, near the Victoria Parade corner,
since 1903. Only recently has Central Hall been re-opened for use, mostly
for music concerts and exams. Prepare to be transported back in time when
you step through the doors and see its ornate original ceilings, balconies,
and chandaliers. And that floor!
Getting Dolled Up
1920s
outfits can be hired from our good buddies at Costume
Capers, who are offering a 10% discount if you mention the MLX when
you book. Costume Capers have stores in 5 locations around Melbourne.
Croydon Tel (03)9723 1416, Dandenong Tel (03)9793 5266, Flemington Tel
(03)9376 4781, Nunawading Tel (03)9878 3385 and J.C.Westend Costume Hire
- city Tel (03)9670 1765. More details on their website. The Flemington
store is directly across the street from the venue for the MLX Workshops
on Saturday!
If you're looking to buy an outfit or accessories for the night, we highly recommend going on the MLX Vintage Shopping Tour on Friday.