Dancers In Denver Airport Put On Incredible Swing Dance Flash Mob

Aug 21, 2020

It's fairly typical for airport visits to be unsurprising and even tiring affairs. The average person doesn't usually want to be there, and it is incredibly boring sitting around waiting for your flight to arrive.

While the hours slowly tick down, it seems as though you might never be able to board a plane. The same stores that surround the city and the same food court options in each airport always leave a person bored.

But what if going through an airport didn't have to be like this? What if going to the airport resulted in something far more exciting happening instead? Something like a swing dance flash mob, such as this one that took place at Denver International Airport in 2011.

Picture yourself walking through an airport. Maybe you're hustling to catch your upcoming flight or pick up a ticket and check your luggage. You make it to your destination when suddenly a group of dancers steps out into the public areas, and they start busting out some seriously smooth dance routines from seemingly thin air. Immediately, the entire airport would have their eyes on them; it would be an incredible sight!

This was exactly the kind of event that took place on a seemingly typical day on November 22, 2011, at Denver International Airport, reports the HuffPost. It really turned the day into something special for everyone who was expecting just another boring airport visit. In the Jeppesen Terminal, there is a large space with a vaulted ceiling and a smooth floor. One would never immediately think that it's an impromptu dance floor, but it certainly has the potential!

People are generally minding their own business, either readying themselves to board their next plane or lounging around. Suddenly, peppy jazz music starts playing, and a group of people begins to walk into the terminal's center area. It's clear that they're a flash mob, but what will they do?

These days, flash mobs are an incredibly rare experience. Thankfully, some people still have the privilege of being able to see them perform publicly. Defined as a spontaneous, rehearsed organization of people who appear suddenly within a public space, they seek to use the element of surprise that is inherent in their performances to their advantage. Flash mobs have historically been very different from one another in both size and scope, but the most popular have generally been well-choreographed dances.

For this Denver International flash mob, the first song that begins to play is In The Mood by Glenn Miller. As a classic American-bop song, several of the dancers were easily able to catch onto the moment and rhythm; the surrounding crowd is clearly impressed with their skills. They begin to bust out a style of dancing that is reminiscent of the Lindy Hop which is a typical various swing dance.

What was at first only a few dancers quickly morphed into something far larger; the choreography and complicated steps were clearly elevating throughout the duration of the flash mob's performance. It wasn't long until daring acrobatic flips began to make their way into the choreography. At this point in the performance, a thick audience line has formed around the impromptu dance floor. Cheers and gasps can easily be made out as the crowd roots for the performers.

However, the number of performers has not yet finished growing. A larger group pours into the center of the reflective tiles, truly creating a full-blown spectacle. YouTuber Lark Mervine captured a lot of footage, which she then uploaded onto the platform, which truly highlights the marvelousness of the flash mob and their routine.

They perform a handful of songs, and with each song, the music becomes louder and louder. There were about 100 dancers in total who participated. After an amazing finale, the flash mob dissipates as quickly as it formed.

Have you and your friends ever seen a flash mob before? Would you ever participate in one? What style of dance would you perform? We want to hear your thoughts and comments! Then be sure to pass this wonderful display of dance to your friends and family!