ILHC Switching to (Mostly) Virtual Event in November 2021
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We previously reported that the International Lindy Hop Championships were attempting to do both an in-person and a virtual event this November. They announced on August 31 that they are “reimagining” the event to be mostly virtual, similar to last year’s all-virtual competition.
Here’s what they shared via email and Facebook:
ILHC’s planned in-person event is being reimagined!
Because of the rapidly changing challenges related to the pandemic and our concerns for everyone’s safety, as well as our obligations to our venues and vendors, we are restructuring the event…
We’re taking this opportunity to expand our virtual celebration and competition. With additional guidance from leading health experts, we are also making arrangements to have the production staff , teachers, and Charles Turner and Uptown Swing band on-site along with a small group of in-person dancers to complement the classroom experience.
Our intention is to enhance our virtual experience and provide a safe celebration of Lindy Hop that ILHC is know for with more classes, better production quality, live band, and exciting dances.
While we are of course disappointed that the in-person event has been drastically scaled back, it’s great seeing the organizers put the health of their participants and staff first. And given our experience at last year’s incredible virtual event, we’re super excited about this November’s comps!
This year’s online competition divisions are:
The event takes place November 26-28, 2021 and registration is now open. Click here for the relevant registration links and more information:
