The photography project celebrating stories from the dancefloor
At this critical time with many nightlife venues under threat of permanent closure, there is a need to tell the human interest story of what “going out dancing” means to so many and to society as a whole. One great thing that has come out of the pandemic is that people are now really conscious of the importance of human connection. Sharing and wanting to know about people’s stories is a big part of this changed way of thinking. Lockdown aroused a lot of nostalgia and memories of nights out. What was missed, what did “going out” dancing and connecting with others in a club mean.
“As a species, we are born to dance...Moving to music when we are alone can make us happy. Doing it in a room with others takes things to the next level, adding the pleasure of social bonding into the mix, too…”
It’s all about community. Music is an integral part of everyone's make up. Music is tribal. Industries have been created on dancefloors, families, business partnerships and long term friendships supporting mental health.
Dancefloor Recall Launch Exhibition - 7th October
The long term project by MAP6 photographer Heather Shuker, along with photographer Fran Hales is launching on 7th October at Corsica Studios, 4 - 5 Elephant Rd, London SE17 1LB. See the portraits and hear the stories; from new friendships, marriages and births. Chance meetings and sliding door moments. The revelations and euphoric moments. The photography exhibition will have links to audio stories and many of the families, couples, DJ’s and friends captured will be at the exhibition to share their story in person. This event is the launch and features stories captured so far outside many of London’s iconic nightlife venues. From November the project will be capturing people and their stories across the United Kingdom.
The preview hour for special guests and media is from 6-7 on Thursday 7th October and the party then continues until midnight. Please note: entry is free to this event but a ticket is required to gain entry:
Preview Hour for media & VIPS here.
Corsica Studios
4 - 5 Elephant Rd, London SE17 1LB