I will be teaching two dance workshops for The Elegant Arts Society
in New York City this Sunday, December 6th. Logistical details are
below.
The first (1:00-3:45pm) will cover English gallopades of the 1830s, including the Royal Gallopade described here. This will be a lively class, with gallopades combining quadrille figures done with steps similar to those of the Regency era and whole-set gallops up and down the room. Depending on available time and numbers, we will also dance the lively reel for nine people (and one hat) known as the Bumpkin, which isn't a gallopade but is still lots of fun. (This class replaces the usual monthly Regency class, as traditionally for the two classes after the Assembly we enjoy a change of pace by sliding a few years into the future to enjoy the dances of the post-Regency but pre-Victorian era.
The second class (4:00-6:00pm) will focus on English dance of the 17th century, mixing a selection of the processional dances known as almans with some of the rounds, squares, and early longways country dances drawn from the earliest editions of John Playford's The (English) Dancing Master. These dances are low-key and non-bouncy.
Both of the above are beginner-level classes. No experience is needed and no partner is required, though gender balance is not guaranteed. Clean, leather-soled flat shoes are recommended for both classes.
The classes are held at Dick Shea's (a capoeira studio), 104 W. 14th Street at 6th Avenue, New York City. Ring buzzer #3, up 2 flights, first door on the right. For more information, please email EAS.
The 1830s gallopade class costs $18, or $12 for people attending a 1:00 class for the first time; the seventeenth century English dance class costs $15. Pay at the class.
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