last weekend i went for a birthday at the rivoli ballroom in south london. if you haven't been i say let's go together! it is a treat you'll never forget. it was jive party nite which meant live jive and swing with everybody decked out in their finest vintage. i don't think i stopped smiling the entire time we were there, it's an absolute dream in there and i can' t wait to go back!!
the rivoli seems to be completely frozen in time, from the 'ladies boudoir' [toilets] to the super-cheap spirits to the straight-outta 1940s singer. The velveteen walls and chinese lanterns, disco balls and chandeliers all make you feel warm and cosy. there is even a lil' sandwich bar with booths for when you and yer partner need a rest and refresh.
i'm excited to go back again soon and arrive in time for the dance lesson. in high school a group of us were really into going swing dancing, but i've since lost all my steps. i even declined a dance because i was too nervous........the guy looked like a total professional and i was so intimidated!! but next time..........i'm out there ready or not! until then i dream of the innocent fun to be had at the rivoli......
a little about the rivoli from their website: 'It started life as the Crofton Park Picture Palace in July 1913 and was converted into a ballroom in 1957, reopening in 1959 with a large sprung maple dance floor. it is currently in private hands. Famous for its original decor and interior fittings(red velvet, flock walllpaper, chandeliers, glitter balls and over-sized chinese lanterns) it is often used as a film location and plays host to many dance and musical events. Some of the BBC's Strictly Come Dancing programs have also been filmed here.'
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