Question 1

WHAT KIND OF MUSIC IS IT?

Accepted Answer

We aim for a little bit of everything. From swing, to dance, to pop, to folk, to rock, to hip hop, to soul, to super cheesy top 40. We like dance floor classics, and we like weird things we've never heard before.

Question 2

WHAT DO I WEAR AND NEED TO BRING?

Accepted Answer

Bring a water bottle and wear whatever you are comfortable dancing in!

Question 3

WHAT IF I DON'T LIKE THE MUSIC?

Accepted Answer

Part of the fun is moving and dancing to all types of music, free of inhibitions. It varies week to week, so if you’re not sure after your first time, be sure to try a second. And you can always sit out for a song or step-tap on the spot if anything doesn't take your fancy - we can't see you!

Question 4

HOW DARK IS IT?

Accepted Answer

It's light enough so that you can see the silhouettes of people around you, but dark enough so that you can't make out their features. We aim for a sweet spot between creating a foolproof judgement-free space, and safety!

Question 5

IT SOUNDS LIKE IT COULD BE CREEPY. IS IT CREEPY?

Accepted Answer

Nope. NLNL is a drug, alcohol and dickhead free zone. While it is dark, NLNL is for dancing on your own, so people dance independently and it's completely non-contact - there isn't any direct physical interaction between people.

Question 6

DO PEOPLE GO ON THEIR OWN?

Accepted Answer

Heaps of people do! It’s up to you if you come with mates or not. Regardless, once the music starts everyone finds room on the dance floor to dance independently. Attending alone is totally normal. You don’t have to chat if you’re there to find your own zone and leave. We won’t mind!

Question 7

WHAT'S WITH THE 'NO LYCRA'?

Accepted Answer

When NLNL started in 2009, it was born out of the desire of two rebellious Australian dance students to quit critiquing themselves in the mirror and start dancing for the joy of dancing. So off came the skin-tight spandex and off went the lights. While 'No Lights' is a given, wearing lycra is OK!

Question 8

DO PEOPLE TALK?

Accepted Answer

Our sessions are strictly a talk-free zone – this might seem strange to begin with, but it’s pivotal for getting lost in the music. Besides, the music is loud and people are there to dance, so the most verbal activity that happens is the whooping and cheering between songs.

Question 9

CAN WE USE OUR PHONES DURING THE SESSION TO SHAZAM/TEXT OUR MATES/INSTAGRAM/CHECK THE TIME?

Accepted Answer

Nope! No matter how dark or subtle you think you’re being with your phone – it’s really bright, and it disturbs the magic of the darkness for everyone else, so make sure it’s hidden away where we can’t see it.

Question 10

ARE FITBITS OR SMART WATCHES OKAY? I WANT TO COUNT MY STEPS!

Accepted Answer

If you want to use one, please ensure that any lights on it are either covered up or disabled. The light they give off is super bright in the dark and distracting to others.

Question 11

IS IT A BIT OF SCENE? WHO GOES TO THIS THING?

Accepted Answer

Totally not a scene. There's generally a good mix of ages, genders, bodies, abilities, backgrounds, and dance styles. This is a safe space for everyone. The beauty of the dark is that it doesn't really matter. If you want to be there, then you belong!

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