We look forward every year to BIX.  It’s one of the biggest dance weekends in Boston and it’s not to be missed!  So what is BIX?  Boston Independence Exchange (BIX) is a national event that draws other dancers from around New England and sometimes the world to Boston for a weekend full of awesome dances and late nights.  Everyone comes out of the woodwork for this event and we love seeing all of the faces old and new come fill our dance floor.  This year, we’re excited to share our new venue with folks from out of town.  Check out our Grand Opening pictures for a preview of our venue.

Tonight, we have TWO live bands, TWO amazing venues and TWO themes!  High society in full attire is the main event for Friday, so start the evening out in your best black and white. Tuxedos, gowns, top hats, tails and satin glove… can it get any more stunning than that? Late night turns from bourgeois to the bawdy Vaudeville, full of life and color to overwhelm your senses. Fancy dress is optional, and all are welcome.

We will be at two venues tonight, Our own Crosby Whistle Stop for the early dance, and Springstep in Medford for the late night.  Below are the details on the bands and venues.  We can’t wait to see you!

Please note, we will not be accepting passes on this night as it’s a special event.

Early Dance – Shawn Hershey and the Fried Bananas

The Fried Bananas (www.thefriedbananas.com) were created with the goal of providing music for swing dancers and plays a mix of swing, gypsy jazz, and blues. The majority of the members live in Boston though Josh lives in New York.  The band is comprised Lindy Hoppers and this band knows what to play to get your feet moving!  Always a favorite with their music and memorable antics (like when they all dressed up as Bananas for our first Halloween dance in 2008) we can’t wait to have them as our opener for BIX!

Lesson: 8pm-9pm (included with admission)
Dancing: 9pm to 12pm
Early Dance Admission: $17 (general), $15 (students and seniors with valid ID).  Late and Early dance Package – $25 for Both (no student/senior discount). BIX registrants – included in package

The Crosby Whistle Stop
24 Roland Street
Charlestown, MA 02129

Late Night – Rusty Scott Trio

We love The Rusty Scott Trio, and he’s back for another engagement.  He is a soulful and groovy pianist who has been a fixture on the Boston jazz scene for some time.  Check out their versions of Night Train and Tuxedo Junction. His playing reminds us of a little bit of Jimmy Smith and Gene Harris combined. We can’t wait to have him back for our special late night at the beautiful Springstep.  Let’s dance the night…and morning…away!

Maps will be available showing directions from the early dance to the late night.

Dancing: 12:30am to 4am

Late Night Dance Admission: $15 (general), $13 (students and seniors with valid ID).  Late and Early dance Package – $25 for Both (no student/senior discount). BIX registrants – included in package

Springstep
98 George P Hassett Drive
Medford, MA 02155-3202