ALLOW US TO INTRODUCE YOU TO “Lobster Movement”,

 

a unique space for FREE DANCE. Our mission is to provide a safe, inclusive environment where people can express themselves freely through dance. This concept is refreshingly simple and modern, and we believe Vienna would benefit from having more spaces like this.

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OUR MISSION: DANCE FREEDOM

Picture a space where you can come, alone or with a friend, perhaps after a tiring day, or when you're in need of a fun and relaxing physical activity. You arrive in an INFORMAL setting, music starts playing, and everyone begins to dance at their own pace and in their UNIQUE style. 

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DANCE SANCTUARY

Lobster provides a sanctuary for dance, much needed in the fast-paced lives most of us lead. We firmly believe that dance should be free of charge, and spaces dedicated to intuitive self-expression should be available. We're also challenging the club culture, which increasingly revolves around dark, cramped spaces and often limited room for dancing. We believe that people would also enjoy DIFFERENT dance SCENARIOS, when they would have been available.

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JOIN LOBSTER

We invite you to BECOME PART of the Lobster Movement. It's crucial to note that you don't need any dance experience, yet you can also be a professional dancer. Everyone is truly welcome.
We're also extending a warm welcome to anyone who wishes to get involved in the organisation. We need more motivated individuals to effectively spread the spirit and assist with some basic tasks.

 

DIVERSIFYING MUSIC LANDSCAPE

Additionally, we aim to diversify the music landscape. We believe people should have the opportunity to enjoy and become familiar with VARIOUS music genres and styles. We have a strong network of musicians and music lovers from all over Europe who have already curated amazing playlists, introducing genres such as house, disco, techno, funk, ska, electro, soul, no wave, avant-garde pop, intergalactic battle music, R&B, dancehall, trap, hip-hop, reggaeton, gypsy, oriental, Latino, rhythm, club, folk... By doing so, we bring more quality and interesting music to people's lives, broaden their horizons, and explore different dance styles.

 

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SUPPORT LOBSTER

We offer a DANCE REFUGE. Our goal is to ensure that financial or any other differences don't hinder us from coming together to establish healthier (and more fun!) life habits.

You can support us by contributing towards space rental or by offering a dance studio free of charge. We also welcome any other suggestions you may have!

WE ARE VOLUNTEERS

We are doing this completely voluntarily. We are not seeking any profit and are driven by our love for dance and personal convictions.

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WHY NAME LOBSTER?

The name "Lobster" was inspired by the film of the same name, directed by Yorgos Lanthimos. In this and his other films, Lanthimos uses dance, gestures and body movement as metaphors. You can find out more about this in the following video essay linked here: https://www.filmscalpel.com/dance-in-the-films-of-yorgos-lanthimos/
“Lanthimos’ films raise profoundly philosophical questions about freedom, intimacy, loneliness, and social control. But such questions are not handled abstractly or theoretically. Rather, they are embodied within the physical movements, behaviors, and gestures of his characters.”