| A very fun era for dance was the 1950's. It had a | | | | practice some 50's dance steps ahead of time. Online |
| very unique style and music. The clothes that were | | | | videos on youtube or google can give you some |
| worn at that time were also very fun. | | | | good starting points. There are popular dance moves |
| If you are trying to think of a fun dance theme for | | | | of the era that can be easily found. |
| the summer, consider a sock hop dance theme. 50's | | | | Memorizing a few popular dance styles can make the |
| costumes can be light weight and work perfectly for | | | | dance more interesting. Learn the cha-cha-cha, |
| warmer months. A sock hop also allows dancers to | | | | jitterbug, or the twist. Other fun dance moves of the |
| better get to know the classic songs and styles of | | | | time are swing and the mashed potato. |
| the 1950's. | | | | If you are not having a lot of luck with online videos, |
| Make the dance fun by dressing the part. Wear fun | | | | look to other sources of media for inspiration. The |
| 50's costumes to the dance. Poodle skirts and rolled | | | | movie "Hairspray" showcases many fun dance moves |
| up jeans are easy ways to pull off 50's costumes. | | | | from the 1950's, as does the TV show "American |
| A sock hop dance works great for groups. There are | | | | Dreams". They showcase the style of 50's costumes |
| many styles involved with the dance, making dates | | | | you may want to use as well. |
| optional. If you have to find a theme for a school | | | | The most important thing to remember is to have |
| dance or church event, a 1950s theme will suit the | | | | fun. Dressing up in 50's costumes and dancing can be |
| dance well. | | | | a lot of fun. Going all out with music and have a good |
| If you are going to be attending a sock hop dance, | | | | times with your friends. |