Cabaret Law

New York Nightlife

New York Puts on its Dancing Shoes After Repeal of the 1927 Cabaret Law

For 91 years, dancing was practically illegal in New York City. The city is getting footloose, after the City Council repealed the 1927 Cabaret Law intended to control speakeasies.

November 8, 2017 - The New York Times

New York Nightlife

Is NYC's 91-Year-Old 'Cabaret Law' Finally Headed for the History Books?

"It is ridiculous that in New York City dancing is just as illegal as it was in the fictional movie Footloose," says Councilmember Rafael Espinal of New York City's cabaret law.

June 20, 2017 - Crain's New York Business

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