Roving dance party

Dancing around (and in!) the Greenway Fountain in downtown Boston

May 30th 2012
Tonight I attended a truly unusual art event. A few years ago a pair of Canadians named Tom and Gary came up with an idea for a roving dance party. One would play music with a short range FM transmitter, while lots of other people played it on boom boxes. The group would form a roving dance party through the streets. Their events became a hit, drawing hundreds of participants across Canada. Th ... read more

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1st March 2024

Dancing Dave
David Hooper

Dancing in the Streets
What a great idea, Ezra. Was it embraced in other USA cities in addition to Boston. Great photo that embraces the vibe. Glad you added a video as it helps the reader know what you are excited about.

2nd March 2024

Roosta
Ezra Erb

They had a whole tour
Tom and Gary have continued their parties for years, so they must get descent turnout This was the only time they've been to Boston, though. Glad you liked the photo. The lighting from below led to some great shots for the fountain dance.

4th March 2024

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

A Dance Party
What an interesting idea and looks like it was well received. Thanks for sharing.

8th March 2024

Definitely a fun night
It was every bit as fun as it looks. Pity they've never returned to Boston.

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