DANCE DEMOCRACY: Scratch Night

Throw your name in the hat and get up and perform any style

A bit like an open mic night, Scratch Night gives you the chance to share a short dance piece with an audience. You can perform solo, with a friend, or in a small group.This is an opportunity to just get up and dance without any costumes or props. The best part is you don't need any previous experience - dance is for everyone!

Whether you're keen to improv to some music, show us a short dance you’ve been working on, bust out your best viral choreography with a friend, or just come along to watch and soak up the talent. Scratch night is a welcoming space, with a party vibe, featuring a live DJ, and secret door prizes, our host will guide you through as we dance, celebrate, and party together!

🟢 Wednesday April 2nd

🟢 6:30pm - 8:00pm

🟢 Guild Theatre, Level 2, Arts and Cultural Building, University of Melbourne

Want to guarantee your spot to dance at Scratch Night?

Register for a Performer ticket by March 31st (there'll be a sign-up blackboard on the night if you miss pre-registration)
Performances are strictly limited to 3 minutes in length
You can bring your own music, or improvise to our live DJ!
Performers can present a dance solo, in a duo, or a group
Any genre or style of dance is welcome!
Please limit any props or costumes, we're keeping things simple, it's all about the dance!

Want to watch?

Register for a General Admission ticket (if you decide to perform on the night, there'll be a sign-up blackboard available)
You can sit and watch, vibe at the sides, or groove along!

About Dance Democracy

Dance Democracy is a two-week program of dance and movement events, presented by Union House Theatre in association with UMSU. Choreograph new works, perform for an audience, or join a workshop and dance battle. Whether you’re a pro dancer or have two left feet, you’ll enjoy our two-week program of offerings in the Guild Theatre 31 March – 12 April.

Discover the full program here.

Please note: this event will be filmed. By registering for this event, you consent to the use of any photographs, recordings, or other media taken of me during the event for promotional purposes by Cypher Culture Inc. & UHT (UMSU Inc.) without compensation.