Boogie Woogie, Rock'n Roll, Swing, Jive, Balboa, Jitterbug ...
For everyone who loves the music of the 30s, 40s and 50s, the 2008 Carnival Weekend has something quite special in store:
Four terrific evenings with hot live music, great atmosphere, and a three day dance camp extravaganza!
With this special event we want to give more life to the dance and music scene and unite what belongs together. In short, we want to provide a fantastic evening to a wide audience with live music that grabs you so you can't stand still - a place to meet old friends and find new ones.
Please dress to impress, preferable in the styles of the 40s or 50s, to contribute to the mood of these special nights.
There will surely be more surprises to come! Details and the latest news/changes can always be found on this web site - so check back often! After the Festival you can carry on partying at the Munich Carnival.
The very special international dance camp in the heart of Munich promises excellent instruction and inspiration with more than 35 top instructors including 5 World Champions and 18 US Champions.
In 13 marvelous dance studios there will be provided over 150 workshops in Boogie Woogie, Lindy Hop, Balboa, Charleston, Shag, Presentation and Aerials to choose from. There will be 4 class levels: Beginner - Beginner/Intermediate - Intermediate - Advanced. All studios are located in next-door neighborhoods of the Deutsches Theater.
In addition, there will be a special block of classes for anybody who teaches and the possibility to book privates with your favourite teachers already on Friday.
Check-In: 9:30h | Begin: 11:00h | End: 17:00h
On Friday we will kick off the festivities in a beautiful ballroom with a gallery and stage, and a fabulous large dance floor.
The internationally known and well liked Mora's Modern Swingtet (USA), as well as the Rock'n'Roll veterans Marty & His Rocking Comets (GER) will rev you up and get you moving. Further highlights will be the Rock That Swing Balboa-Cup and the Fast Feet Jack & Jill competitions. In the brakes DJ Ol'Woogies (ITA) will play swingin' and rock'n rollin' music.
Doors open: 19:30h | Start: 20:00h | End: 2:00h
Don't miss out! New fire safety regulations restrict the number of people to 850 until the renovations of the theater are complete. You snooze, you lose!
For the last time at the moment we will continue the success story of this very special event. Once again we get things cookin' at the largest and most beautiful ballroom in the city, the marvelous Deutsche Theater.
The top class band line-up promises a very special evening and hot feet and ears. It will be hard to stay seated with those acts:
6 Top Bands:
Mora's Modern Swingtet (USA), Mike Sanchez & Band (UK),
Vitello Tonnato & The Roaring Zucchinis (GER), Chris Aron & Band (GER), Souvenirs (GER), FunTasten (GER)
4 namhafte Szene-DJs:
Ol'Woogies (ITA), 10Inch WonderBoy (GER), H. Musicbox (GER), Heidi (GER)
Dance 'til you drop on two dance floors, and those who don't want to dance can admire the bands, enjoy the program offered, or can meet friends for conversation at one of the bars.There will be again an open Jitterbug dance contest and top-class performances on the program.
A very special treat will be a free dance class with our special guests, the masters of the 40s, before the beginning of the event.
We are planning to have a Vintage Market before the event again. Details to be published.
Opens: 18:30 | Start: 20:00 Uhr | End: 3:00 Uhr
In 1972 record DJ icon Chuck Hermann brought the "Fifties Record Hop" to life. Since this time you can kick up your heels every Sunday to hot records. As on the other days of the festival, live music will be heating things up.
A top line-up will bring your ears and feet to a red-hot glow. The Hawaiian theme will bring pure joy to your life. 
The 5 talented musicians of Boppin' B (GER) (not only known through VIVA and the Dick Brave Tour), true-to-the-style rhythm musicians of Mora's Modern Swingtet (USA), and the audience favorites I Belli Di Waikiki (ITA) will set free your unexpected energy reserves, and spread a good vibe.
At the DJ booth Ol'Woogies (ITA), Lemon Squeezer (GER), Heidi (GER), Jumpin’ Andi (GER) und Siegi (GER) will play music that will go straight to you legs. Further highlights will be the RTS Team-Battle, Hula- und Haka- show as well as a Hula Hoop and Limbo Contest.
Doors open: 19:30h | Begin: 20:00h | End: 2:00h
The circle closes. Considered the best dance hall by many, the ballroom of the Kolpinghauses will offer this time not only the opening, but the conclusion of the festival.
The live music comes from an equally special band, the Jumpin' Shoes (ITA) from Italy. Some should remember this band from the summer Jamboree, for which they wrote the catchy song "A Senigallia Voglio Ritorna". They're swinging and jumping repertoire goes straight to your legs, while Laras expressive voice will put you under a spell.
In between there will be swinging and rocking music from the turntables with a special DJ battle: Jumpin’ Andi (GER) will work with his 78 records against DJ Blacky (GER) with his
original 45 vinyl discs.
Pictures by Bryant Gover
(except 'DT Balkonbar' und 'Kolpinghaus')
Subject to modifications
