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Fall 2008/Spring 2009 Dance Program
Join us to experience the beautiful English country dance tradition - simple footwork, great fellowship and beautiful music. Beginners and experienced dancers welcome.
Monthly Saturday Night Community Dances
Our popular monthly dances feature a lively blend of English and contra dances, with live music and lots of supportive teaching to get you up and dancing in no time!
October 18 -
Welcome back dance
Join us for a potluck supper
Potluck 6:30 pm
Dance 8:00 - 10:30 pm
November 15
December 20 -
Holiday gala
Wear your finery!
January 17 - New Year's resolution time
February 21 - Special day with guest caller Sheila Scott
Afternoon workshop 2 to 4 p.m.
"The Joy of 'Just in Time' Dancing" - learn about timing and style
in English Country Dancing and get a sneak preview of some of the evening's dances.
Festive evening dance with Sheila Scott 8:00 to 10:30 pm
Special: half-price admission to the evening dance for anyone who
comes in costume (modern dressy, historic or anything fun
and festive).
March 21
April 18 - Season finale
Cost: $8 ($5 students)
Location: St. John's Anglican Church (map)
99 Brock St. (corner of Hunter & Water Sts.)
Peterborough, Ontario, Canada
What is Country Dancing?
Country Dancing is spirited social dancing from Britain and North America. Some dances are several hundred years old, and some are newly composed, but all are great fun! Our dances come from the English countryside, the English court (Playford Dances) and include the rollicking Contra Dances of New England.
There is no fancy footwork, and all dances are taught by experienced callers before being danced by the group. Wear comfortable, low-heeled shoes.
No need to bring a partner - there are plenty of people to dance with. Beginners are especially welcome!
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Comments from our dancers:
| "friendly people, wonderful music, lots of fun" |
| "always leave with a warm, happy feeling" |
| "dedicated, helpful callers" |
| "we love keeping a tradition alive" |
| "it's great to see people of all ages dancing" |
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