Illicit Dance Parties & How to Make Them

Defy authority, embrace joy, experience your body in an empowering way—it’s time to dance! Created by contemporary organizers of squatted dance parties, this mini cultural history and how-to guide brings forth the deep connections between unauthorized dancing and radical politics, from early raves to Occupy and beyond. Whether you’re based in an illicit dance hotspot like New York or Athens or you live somewhere remote, this zine offers experienced guidance on selecting a venue, gathering equipment, creating an intriguing and irresistible invitation, and remaining undetected (and what to do if you’re found out). Both beautifully written and community-minded, this zine reminds us that “the ways we contest the ruling order should always include an element of delight.” See you on the floor!