Thrill St. Pete 2011, St. Petersburg’s participation in the annual Thrill The World event, has once again participated in the simultaneous global dance for the third time in a row. Numerous zombie workshops and flash mobs took place in preparation for the event.
We are looking for volunteers to help prepare for the event in 2012.
Experiencing the event itself is "thrilling" for both dancers and on-lookers. It is, after all, an attempt to top a world record, dancing with a crowd of people, knowing that thousands of other people all over the world are dancing at the same time. With each refrain, and when Vincent Price starts his rap, the energy in the crowd is palpable. Of course, the audience hooting it up also helps the excitement and the fun. Best of all, it's a family friendly event that brings together all sorts of people. Differences fade away and we all just celebrate the love of music, dance and having fun!
Learning the dance is easy using the method created by the event’s creator Ines Markeljevic. Free YouTube videos and a DVD (for purchase) are available to learn the dance at home.
Thrill the WorldThrill St. Pete is the local incarnation of the global Thrill The World event. Thrill The World is an annual worldwide simultaneous dance of “Thriller” for world records, charity, and tribute to Michael Jackson.
Our charity this year is is benefitting the Center for Great Apes. Help raise funds for this organization by making a donation.