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The Victorian Ball 2008 |
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Mostly Waltz Dance |
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Ball FAQ |
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TVD Yahoo Group: Archived Messages Email: Triangle Vintage Dance Phone: (919) 9-DANCE-2 [932-6232] |
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Tentative Victorian Ball date for 2009 - Saturday, Sept 19th, 2009
No suitable dates were available at the Carrboro Century Center for Spring 2009. Please let us know if you find any other affordable large places to dance in the area (preferably with a wooden floor and good acoustics)! The informtion below is from the 2008 Victorian Ball. We will update the website on specifics for the next ball, closer to the event date. What is a Victorian Ball? Go back in time to the mid-1800s and experience dances from the Victorian Era. No prior experience is necessary. Half of the dances are country dances, which are taught and called (similar to contra dances). Interspersed between the country dances are period couple dances like the Waltz, Polka and Schottische. more... But I don't have a partner! No Problem! Come by yourself or bring one or more friends (the more the merrier!) We incorporate some dance mixers into the evening to help you get to know folks and most regular dancers are used to dancing with many different people. Mingling is the norm, not the exception! more... But I don't have any formal wear? Doesn't matter! You'll see some dancers in Victorian costume, but many women will simply wear a prom gown or a nice dress; men, nice pants and dress shirt. And since this is a ball, we request no T-shirts or jeans. Check out our website FAQs for good suggestions on what to wear. more... But I don't know those dances? Not to worry - No experience needed! There are dances at the ball for everyone, beginners and intermediate dancers alike! We teach and walk through the country dances, so everyone can participate. Half the ball is dedicated to country dances and the other half are couple dances. We also offer classes the month before the ball and one FREE class the day of the ball to prepare (but you don't need a lesson to enjoy the ball). more... Why does the ball cost more than the local contra and swing dances? Vintage dance is still fairly new to the Triangle and is growing. We don't get the volume of dancers that contra & swing have, so our rates are set in an attempt that we break even on expenses. Also, Victorian dances need a bit more space than contra or swing dances, so the dance hall is filled to capacity with fewer people. more... FREE warm-up lessons Saturday, March 29th, 2008FREE Beginner Classes at UNC-CH Mondays, March 17th & 24th 7:30-8:30 p.m. Student Union, UNC Campus directions Prepare for the Victorian Ball and learn Polka & Turning Waltz! Victorian Ball FAQ & Links Photos from previous year's Victorian Balls Registration for the Victorian Ball:Admission at the door will be $20/person ($15/students). Student ID required at the door for discount. Cash or checks ok, no credit cards at the door.If you have any questions about the ball, please don't hesitate to contact us! call (919) 9-DANCE-2 [932-6232], email us or view the FAQ page. Carpools can be arranged from Duke & UNC. Email Dawn for more info. Instructors: Dawn & Chris Imershein Email Chris Imershein or Dawn Imershein or call us at (919) 9-DANCE-2 [932-6232] |
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