Grooving at Gasteig HP8: Munich's Fiesta of Dance
Largest Dance Floor Title Shift: Munich's Gasteig HP8 Transforms into Spacious Dance Venue
Roll up your sleeves and grab your dancing shoes - the Gasteig HP8 in Sendling, Munich, morphs into the city's biggest dance floor at "Dance the Gasteig." The magic doesn't stop there; even the Isarphilharmonie transpires into a dance floor! This inclusive event welcomes everyone, from singletons to couples and groups alike, promising an electrifying mix of Hip-Hop, Swing, Tango, Afro-Dance, and Salsa.
Afternoons witness intergenerational dance lessons, while evenings call for showing off your new moves on various dance floors, with tunes spun by both DJs and live bands. On sunny days, the entire Gasteig HP8 outdoor area swings into a vibrant party zone.
Dive into an array of dance styles and workshops:
- Community Dance: These free and inclusive sessions cater to people of all ages and fitness levels. With dance teachers like Andrea Marton, Ute Schmitt, and Ralf Otto, you'll master improvisation and exploration in contemporary dance and DanceAbility®. The music varies from classical to pop, world music, jazz, and avant-garde genres.
- Salsa Workshop & Party: Gasteig HP8's salsa craze continues with Hall E parties featuring live music from groups like the David Lenis Sextet and DJs. These nights draw in over a thousand enthusiasts and often stretch late into the night.
- Breaking (Breakdance) Battle: In collaboration with local dance studios, "Tanz den Gasteig" hosts Breaking Battles, showcasing the acrobatic street dance culture's fusion of hip-hop, breaking, graffiti, rap, and beat production. Keep an eye out for these events at venues like the Isarphilharmonie and Gasteig HP8, featuring community performances.
- Tea Dance: Dance your way through ballroom favorites like the Viennese waltz, foxtrot, disco fox, cha cha cha, and tango, with live orchestras such as La Rose Pauillac.
Get ready to sway to the rhythm of live bands and DJs, covering diverse music genres like salsa, jazz, pop, classical, world, and experimental tunes. Special events even include classical music from Bach during festivals like the Bachfest München, featuring reinterpretations tailored for the dance floor.
Even though much of the dance festivities take place indoors, the festive atmosphere and camaraderie might extend to outdoors for informal gatherings and community celebrations. However, in the current program, specific dedications to an outdoor party zone remain undisclosed; the primary focus is on indoor workshops and events.
So, let the music move you at Gasteig HP8's "Dance the Gasteig," a free event welcoming everyone, regardless of dance experience or age! Be prepared to be swept away by the infectious dance wave that sets Munich alive.
Embrace an exhilarating blend of dance, music, and outdoor living by attending workshops like the Community Dance, held at the Gasteig HP8, where you can learn and improvise contemporary dance styles under the tutelage of experienced dance teachers. During the warmer months, join the lively crowd as the entire Gasteig HP8 outdoor area transforms into a vibrant party zone, extending the festive atmosphere beyond the indoor workshops.
