Invitation to the Ball: A History of Ballroom Dance & Culture
Thu 9:00 AM - Thu 10:00 AM: 26 tickets, $0 each (Official Listing)

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.

Details

Timing:
Thu 9:00 AM - Thu 10:00 AM
Location:
ICC / 111--112
Long 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.
Organizing Group:
GM Names:
Alexander Jacobs alex.w.jacobs@gmail.com
Event Type:
Game System:
N/A
Rules Edition:
N/A
# Players:
1 - 80 players
Age Required:
Everyone (6+)
Experience Required:
None (You've never played before - rules will be taught)
Materials Provided?:
Yes
Tournament?:
No

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