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These small cards hold a significant amount of information. In days gone by a lady would be invited to attend. In days gone by, the cards were handcrafted and would include gilt and filigree edging Small keepsakes record the information for the event. Do you have any to share? You…

Times gone by - when a lady was booked for dance and a gentleman was penciled in. Terms we still use today, although the actual dance booking practise is no longer widely in use. Historically significant, the dance card originated in the eighteenth century. The physical item was initially in…

In 1949 a young couple met in Brisbane at dance classes, which were a very popular pastime.   Norman had an eye for Nancy McGovern who had a family nickname of  "bumble foot", so they practiced together as a dance couple, becoming dance partners.They were engaged a year or so later…

Matt Lominga and his dance partner Miss Maisie Foggit were one of the main starters of Ballroom Dance in Queensland. Opening a studio in the late 1920s and committing to teach and compete along with their students helped to build the enthusiasm which saw the dance community thrive. noted by Aub Panton in…

The dance community thanks Noel Bishop once again for his kind and unwavering support of the Dance Community. Now that Noel has completed his Dance review for local dancers, ensuring it is battle tested :) The Dance Script can now be downloaded here The CO-OP Waltz BARS 1 to 16…

At the DBDC we honored a world dance “Icon,” the man that changed the look and feel of Latin American Ballroom dancing around the world, to what it is today, Mr. Robert Medeiros. This Modest-Looking Perpetual Trophy is way, way more than meets the eye. The Bob Medeiros Memorial Professional…

I have tapped out a few lines (phew!) to share my Cloudland memories … CLOUDLAND The Gordon Clan have a long association with Cloudland Ballroom. Around 1947, my Mother, as a single woman in her early 20’s, visited there of a Saturday night with a group of friends and her…

Twas 1956 and the world was looking to Australia staging the Olympics for the first time. Postwar, travel, the introduction of the latest "fad" being television, communication and all made for a very exciting time of promise... Enter couples from all over Australia, practise, dedication and determination. Olympic year Australasian…

You don't have to spend too long speaking with Noel to realise you are in the presence of quiet confidence, the kind that comes from knowing your achievements and not having to flaunt them in any way. A gentleman who is amiable, has a ready sense of humor and offers…

Avoid too many variations. The noted English ballroom professional, Henry Jacques, gave the following useful hints to dance competitors whilst in Australia. Now that competitions are in full swing, this expert advice is timely. All competitor, amateur or professionals should Include at least 75 per cent of the basic figures in all dances. states Mr. Jacques.…