Dancing to return inside Disneyland?

[JM Disneyland]

Oh noes if they don't bring back the dancing. I never participated but I liked to view others.

[swampymarsh]

They also told us we'd get the MSEP back and that doesn't look like it's going to happen either

The best laid plans of mice and men often go awry.

I wouldn't be surprised if Disney moved the swing dancing to BVS in DCA. Looks like it might not be coming back to the old area they promised it would after all.

It would be far more fitting over there. I wonder where in DCA?

The backlot parties are way more popular as is. I would hate to see it placed in something like Stage 17. I think in the Paradise Gardens would be a very good location, but have some interference by WoC. At least Paradise Gardens has some space and the tables and umbrellas could be moved out, plus it has a little band stand. Too bad it doesn't have a wooden dance floor.

[Diznygrl]

They should have built a venue somewhere in BVS specifically for swing dancing. I have my doubts that Disney will remain true to their word about dancing coming back to the Plaza...err Princess Fantasy Faire.

[Cactushugr]

They should have built a venue somewhere in BVS specifically for swing dancing. I have my doubts that Disney will remain true to their word about dancing coming back to the Plaza...err Princess Fantasy Faire.

I was thinking the Hyperion Theater queue would be good for this - it's a little out of the way but it's an underutilized area. Could be a little tricky if the theater remodel ever happens. I really loved the swing dancing and I think it fits so nicely into BVS, I hope they will figure this one out!

[MrsMonroe]

My bf is attatched to this project, thestage is the same size and the benches arent bolted to the ground, the dancing will return and whoever told you otherwise lied

[PascalGal]

My bf is attatched to this project, thestage is the same size and the benches arent bolted to the ground, the dancing will return and whoever told you otherwise lied

Thank you for posting this. It is good to hear from someone who knows, rather than hearing speculation. Swing Dancing at DLR is alive and kicking every Saturday night, even if most people don't like dancing in DtD and are anticipating (eagerly!) the return to PFF/CPG. This is a tradition that dates back to Walt's time, so let's hope that construction goes smoothly and quickly so that the dancing can move back into the park asap!

[Wren]

Thought I had heard they were moving the Swing Dancing over to DCA

[JiminyCricketFan]

Certainly, it would be a mistake for Disney management to move or discontinue the Disneyland tradition. I would think this is a President of Disneyland call. While during the day that area can be for kids, I think it is a mistake to do character interaction late in the day. Children get cranky when they get tired and they are harder to manage in a line or when their favorite character has to take a break. I think to maximize the use of that area, a swing band at night would be a great addition, just as it has been going on for decades.

[swampymarsh]

My bf is attatched to this project, thestage is the same size and the benches arent bolted to the ground, the dancing will return and whoever told you otherwise lied

So will the play conflicting swing, or will they play more fitting waltzes?

[Pizzapants]

My bf is attatched to this project, thestage is the same size and the benches arent bolted to the ground, the dancing will return and whoever told you otherwise lied

Well you just saved us all a lot of bickering

[mark sharp]

What a truly significant, colossal, cataclysmic mistake it would be for Disney management to move or discontinue this most holy Disneyland tradition. Think of the angry mob, aka Disney “fans,” with their mouse ears, suspenders and glow sticks marching up to the walls of Sleeping Beauty Castle demanding that Swing dancing return, along with Carnation Plaza Gardens or else they‘ll.... well there will be a lot of wailing and gnashing of teeth, by golly. How dare Disneyland make anymore changes! It’s been going on for decades. While we are at it I want Monsanto’s House of the Future and Disney Afternoon Avenue returned, at once! ;P

[Micoofy Duck]

My bf is attatched to this project, thestage is the same size and the benches arent bolted to the ground, the dancing will return and whoever told you otherwise lied

If swing was such an "honored tradition" to Disneyland and this area then why wasn't it included in the Blue Sky Cellar presentation. I guess swing isn't what it use to be....

[Disneymike]

Well you just saved us all a lot of bickering

Not necessarily.....

[Disneymike]

If swing was such an "honored tradition" to Disneyland and this area then why wasn't it included in the Blue Sky Cellar presentation. I guess swing isn't what it use to be....

No, the Disney Company isn't what it used to be.

[mark sharp]

If the Disney Company isn't what it used to be. Neither are the guests. They used to be so well-mannered and actually would get dressed-up to go to Disneyland. Now they are so pushy and dress like slobs. And for most of Disneyland’s existence smoking was allow throughout the park. Hey even Uncle Walt smoked like a chimney. In fact, Disneyland used to have a tobacco shop on Main Street where guests could buy pipes and tobacco from around the world along with cigars and cigarettes. The Disneyland smoke shop stood until 1991! Sadly, the Disney Company (aka the company that isn’t what it used to be) in their glorious wisdom decided that times have changed and that it was no longer kosher to sell cigarettes in Disneyland or to have some guests blowing smoke in the faces of other guests while waiting the queues. Ha. The nerve.