Line dance

Dead In The Disco

Danced to “Dead in the Disco” by Arthur Hill.

Improver4 wall32 countStacey Charlton (UK)
Step sheet on CopperKnob

Played at Woodlands Hall

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Questions people ask

What song is the Dead In The Disco line dance danced to?+

The Dead In The Disco is most commonly danced to “Dead in the Disco” by Arthur Hill. Any upbeat track in a similar tempo works once you know the steps.

How many counts is the Dead In The Disco line dance?+

32 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 Dead In The Disco an improver line dance?+

Yes, the Dead In The Disco is rated improver. 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 Dead In The Disco?+

No. Like every line dance, the Dead In The Disco 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 Dead In The Disco 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 Dead In The Disco repeats the same 32-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.