Line dance

Applause

Danced to “Applause” by Lady gaga.

Intermediate4 wall192 countPhrasedCarlton Thompson (USA) & Elvin Dioquino
Step sheet on CopperKnob

Played at Little Red Hen and Tipsy Teeze

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Little Red Hen
Seattle · Mondays
Tipsy Teeze
Morgantown · Mondays & Wednesdays

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Questions people ask

What song is the Applause line dance danced to?+

The Applause is most commonly danced to “Applause” by Lady gaga. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the Applause line dance?+

192 counts across 4 walls. The same sequence repeats, rotating 90° to face a new wall each time until you're back to where you started.

Is the Applause an intermediate line dance?+

Yes, the Applause is rated intermediate. If you're new to line dancing, get comfortable with basic grapevines and triple steps first, then drill it one 8-count at a time.

Do you need a partner to dance the Applause?+

No. Like every line dance, the Applause is danced solo in rows. Everyone does the same steps facing the same way, so you can join in without a partner.

How do I practice the Applause at home?+

Work through the step sheet one 8-count at a time at a slow tempo. Once each section feels automatic, chain two together, then run the whole dance to music.

What is a line dance?+

A line dance is a choreographed sequence danced solo in rows. Everyone does the same steps facing the same way, no partner needed. The Applause repeats the same 192-count sequence, turning to face a new wall each time through. Once the counts click, you can join in the moment the song comes on.

Applause Line Dance — Song & Counts | Walls