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 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.
In this house, We...make a pallet wood sign using your favorite game or fandom sayings & symbols. Pre-cut pallet wood will be painted using freehand work or provided vinyl stencils.
Description:
In this house, We solemnly swear that we are up to no good, We roll imitative, and Erm, what was his name again? We will have vinyl stencils of symbols for games, anime/manga, tv shows, fandoms. Vinyl letters will be available as well, or we'll help you hand letter your pallet pieces.
Let people know what kind of awesomeness they are in for when they enter your home! Make a pallet wood sign using your favorite Game/Fandom sayings & symbols.
Description:
In this house, we solemnly swear that we are up to no good, We roll initative, and Erm, what was his name again? We will have vinyl stencils of symbols for games, anime/manga, tv shows, fandoms. Vinyl letters will be available as well, or we'll help you hand letter your pallet pieces.
Let people know what kind of awesomeness they are in for when they enter your home! Make a pallet wood sign using your favorite game/fandom sayings & symbols.
Description:
In this house, we solemnly swear that we are up to no good, We roll initative, and Erm, what was his name again? We will have vinyl stencils of symbols for games, anime/manga, tv shows, fandoms. Vinyl letters will be available as well, or we'll help you hand letter your pallet pieces.
Dancers are known for some of the coolest and most elaborate hairstyles imaginable. Katherine Hess is an expert stylist and will share the secrets to creating these amazing, wearable, works of art.
Have you ever wanted to learn to ballroom dance? Our professionally trained and certified dance teacher will have you gliding across the floor. No partner necessary!
Description:
Have you ever wanted to learn to ballroom dance? Then come to this introductory workshop. Our professionally trained and certified dance teacher will teach you some basic steps and techniques to have you gliding across the floor. No partner necessary! Note that this class is available in several sessions, each of which focuses on a different dance. This session will be teaching cha cha, a playful, flirtatious, Latin style.
Have you ever wanted to learn to ballroom dance? Our professionally trained and certified dance teacher will have you gliding across the floor. No partner necessary!
Description:
Have you ever wanted to learn to ballroom dance? Then come to this introductory workshop. Our professionally trained and certified dance teacher will teach you some basic steps and techniques to have you gliding across the floor. No partner or experience necessary! Note that this class is available in several sessions, each of which focuses on a different dance. This session will be teaching foxtrot, a classic, jazzy ballroom style.
Beginner Ballroom Dance: Peabody, the Lost Ballroom Dance
Summary:
In the early 20th century a new ballroom dance swept the nation: the Peabody! Not widely known outside ballroom experts, this is one of the most fun dances you'll ever learn!
Description:
What the heck is Peabody? In the early 20th century a new ballroom dance swept the nation. This fast-paced ballroom dance, similar to foxtrot but based on up-tempo ragtime music, became a quick hit. Nowadays it's not widely known outside ballroom experts, but is one of the most fun dances you'll ever learn! Instructor Alex Jacobs was the first Peabody certified dance teacher in the history of the USISTD, the oldest and most prestigious ballroom dance organization in the United States. In this combined history lesson and dance class he will take you through the evolution of Peabody from the early days of the one-step to the Castle Walk and concluding with genuine Peabody.
Have you ever wanted to learn to ballroom dance? Our professionally trained and certified dance teacher will have you gliding across the floor. No partner necessary!
Description:
Have you ever wanted to learn to ballroom dance? Then come to this introductory workshop. Our professionally trained and certified dance teacher will teach you some basic steps and techniques to have you gliding across the floor. No partner necessary! Note that this class is available in several sessions, each of which focuses on a different dance. This session will be teaching rumba, a romantic Latin style.