Invitation to the Ball: A History of Ballroom Dance & Culture
Summary:
The masquerade ball is a classic trope of film & fantasy. Learn the culture and find out what makes a waltz Viennese, how to behave when the Duke asks you to dance, and why vampires love tango.
Description:
The masquerade ball is a classic trope not only of gaming but of fantasy and adventure literature in general. Come learn what actually happens at a ball, the history of the dances, and the culture surrounding dance. Understand what makes a waltz Viennese, how you should behave when the Duke asks you to dance, and why a vampire would tango, and maybe even polka, but never samba. This seminar will inform you on the history of ballroom dance and include a discussion about how to apply it in your games and fiction.
ChatRPG: Using AI Tools for More Detailed World Building in Half the Time
Summary:
In this workshop, learn how ChatGPT can be used as a tool to help develop worlds in TTRPGs and create a more nuanced and detailed roleplaying experience.
Description:
Using AI tools such as ChatGPT, learn how to utilize prompts for NPC creation tips and world building ideas in TTRPGs. In this workshop, you will learn how ChatGPT can be used as a tool to create a more nuanced and detailed roleplaying experience. A demo will show in realtime how GMs can spend less time on details and take a broader approach to developing campaigns.
Invitation to the Ball: A History of Ballroom Dance & Culture
Summary:
The masquerade ball is a classic trope of film & fantasy. Learn the culture and find out what makes a waltz Viennese, how to behave when the Duke asks you to dance, and why vampires love tango.
Description:
The masquerade ball is a classic trope not only of gaming but of fantasy and adventure literature in general. Come learn what actually happens at a ball, the history of the dances, and the culture surrounding dance. Understand what makes a waltz Viennese, how you should behave when the Duke asks you to dance, and why a vampire would tango, and maybe even polka, but never samba. This seminar will inform you on the history of ballroom dance and include a discussion about how to apply it in your games and fiction.
Invitation to the Ball: A History of Ballroom Dance and Culture
Summary:
The masquerade ball is a classic trope of film & fantasy. Learn the culture and find out what makes a waltz Viennese, how to behave when the Duke asks you to dance, and why vampires love tango.
Description:
In this seminar, we will go over the history of partner dancing from the "chaste" dances of the middle ages to modern salsa and hustle. We will conclude with a discussion of how to use this information in writing and games.
Invitation to the Ball: A History of Ballroom Dance and Culture
Summary:
The masquerade ball is a classic trope of film & fantasy. Learn the culture and find out what makes a waltz Viennese, how to behave when the Duke asks you to dance, and why vampires love tango.
Description:
The masquerade ball is a classic trope of film & fantasy. Learn the culture and find out what makes a waltz Viennese, how to behave when the Duke asks you to dance, and why vampires love tango but would never, ever samba. In this seminar we will go over the history of partner dancing from the "chaste" dances of the middle ages to modern salsa and hustle. We will conclude with a discussion of how to use this information in writing and games.
Invitation to the Ball: A History of Ballroom Dance & Culture
Summary:
The masquerade ball is a classic trope of film & fantasy. Learn the culture & find out what makes a waltz Viennese, how to behave when the Duke asks you to dance, & why vampires love tango.
Description:
The masquerade ball is a classic trope of film & fantasy. Learn the culture & find out what makes a waltz Viennese, how to behave when the Duke asks you to dance, & why vampires love tango. In this seminar we will go over the history of partner dancing from the "chaste" dances of the middle ages to modern salsa and hustle. We will conclude with a discussion of how to use this information in writing and games.
Invitation to the Ball: A History of Ballroom Dance & Culture
Summary:
The masquerade ball is a classic trope of film & fantasy. Learn the culture & find out what makes a waltz Viennese, how to behave when the Duke asks you to dance, & why vampires love tango.
Description:
The masquerade ball is a classic trope of film & fantasy. Learn the culture & find out what makes a waltz Viennese, how to behave when the Duke asks you to dance, & why vampires love tango. In this seminar we will go over the history of partner dancing from the "chaste" dances of the middle ages to modern salsa and hustle. We will conclude with a discussion of how to use this information in writing and games.
Fight choreographer & kungfu instructor Rick Stemm gives choreography demonstrations to take your cosplay to the next level!
Description:
Your cosplay is ready - you LOOK like a warrior, but can you move like one? Learn from professionals about fantastic (and safe!) fight choreography moves to best show off your hard costume work. Fight choreographer and kungfu instructor Rick Stemm gives a workshop on martial arts and fight choreography specifically addressed to cosplayers. You will briefly learn stances, techniques, and moves to show off those giant swords, wizard staves, and other cool costume weaponry that you might not know how to use. Each costumed attendee will get work specifically focused on their character. No previous martial arts experience necessary.
Invitation to the Ball: A History of Ballroom Dance & Culture
Summary:
The masquerade ball is a classic trope of film & fantasy. Learn the culture & find out what makes a waltz Viennese, how to behave when the Duke asks you to dance, & why vampires love tango.
Join a game master with more than 30 years of experience for a discussion of what makes a successful game.
Description:
Have you ever wanted to sit around with a group of other GMs and have a discussion on what worked well, and maybe what didn't, when running a game? Now is your chance. Come join a GM with more than 30 years of GM experience. The first part of the seminar will be the GM speaking about his personal experiences at the head of the table and then the floor will be open to discussion where the speaker hopes to learn as much as he offers to the group of attendees. All are welcome to attend whether you are a GM or a player. If you have never played an RPG before I would encourage you to attend so you can see what might be in store for you if you ever decide to play.