So movies have a wonderful history of using dance in film, but what I bet you don't know is that Jacksonville has a colorful and interesting history with the movie making business!
In 1908, Jacksonville had three years on Hollywood, CA and attracted 30 more studios in the next decade, including Metro Pictures, which would later become the film giant MGM. Check out the history of film making in Jacksonville here:
The Official City of Jacksonville Movie History
and this unique look-back at a different time in Jacksonville's past:
Florida Times-Union Article: "Action! A century of moviemaking in Jacksonville"
Of the many film studios brought to Jacksonville one stayed and left a legacy. Norman Laboratories was developed by Richard Norman in the 1920's and is now home of the only known remaining silent film studio complex in this area. The Flying Ace by Norman Studios was the only movie of the many that were made that was saved for posterity. The building has a rich history that has been preserved by Norman Studios and they still play silent films at a venue nearby with live music accompaniment to this day!
If you want to read more about the Studios check out this link here: Norman Studios
As for dancing the First Coast Blues and Lindy Society is offering Lindy Hop and Balboa lessons on Thursdays this month. The lessons are at Club Savoy in Arlington, directly across the street from a great white building with a sign for Norman Laboratories. If you come visit our classes take a peak across the street because it all a part of what makes Jacksonville great!
And as always we'd love to see you this Sunday night at the Volstead! First time on the swing dance floor? The Dance shack will be teaching a free beginner East Coast Swing Lesson starting at 7PM sharp. There's always plenty of street parking available.
-Jen & Amy!
The Dance floor opens up right around 8:00 PM!
As always, there is no cover to enter! Swing Dance Sunday is 21+.
Address:
The Volstead
115 W Adams St, Jacksonville, Florida 32202
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