The film was almost entirely shot at the Roseland Ballroom in New York City.
Director James Ivory was only permitted to film at the Roseland Ballroom on Wednesdays because this was the second busiest night of the week after Saturday night.
The flick's three segments were called "The Waltz", "The Hustle" and "The Peabody".
The movie's three sections were all apparently based on true stories.
Most dancers seen in the film were regulars of the Roseland dance palace and were not paid extras and background artists.