Viennese Ball

Austria Fortnight features a variety of dance lessons and events to get you in the mood and ready for the big night. All lessons are free for ticket holders.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS FOR AUSTRIA FORTNIGHT 2009:
A map of these venues

Bon Bon Ball
Sat, 7 Feb · 8pm-12am · Roble Gym

The Viennese Ball 2009 season officially begins! Ticket sales open tonight, with raffle prizes for ticket holders to help you get ready for the Ball!

Beginning Waltz & Café Night with Singles Mixer
Sun, 8 Feb · 7pm-10pm · Toyon Hall

Let the grace of the waltz whirl you away! This lesson is essential for those who need to learn or review the cross-step or rotary waltzes. All are welcome to enjoy Austrian desserts and open dancing at 8pm. As a bonus, please wear red tonight to find others who are also looking to attend the Ball!

Beginning Swing
Tue, 10 Feb · 8pm-10pm · Roble Hall Theater

Viennese Ball is not just for waltzing! One of the two ballrooms features the vibrant sounds of swing. Beginners will learn six-count East Coast swing.

Congress of Vienna
Thu, 12 Feb · 8pm-10pm · Graduate Community Center Havana Room

The Congress of Vienna is an elegantly choreographed waltz that will be played at the ball. Recommended for those with knowledge of rotary waltz.

Intermediate Waltz
Sat, 14 Feb · 8pm-10pm · Koret Pavilion (Hillel)

Add some spin to your style! Learn the rotary waltz and several of its variations. Recommended for people with prior waltz experience.

Beginning Salsa
Mon, 16 Feb · 8pm-10pm · Graduate Community Center Havana Room

How about adding some Latin steps to your repertoire? Learn the basic footwork, the cross-body lead, and maybe even some turns!

Intermediate Swing
Tue, 17 Feb · 8pm-10pm · Roble Hall Theater

Sweeten your swing; add a sugar foot! If you are comfortable with six-count swing, you are ready to try the lindy hop! Learn the basic swingout and variations.

Beginning Polka & Heuriger Abend
Thu, 19 Feb · 8pm-11pm · Toyon Hall

Get swept up in the speed and energy of the polka! First, come to the lesson to learn this cousin of the waltz. Then come brush up on all the dances you have learned at 9pm. Don't miss out on the final night of food, dance, and fun before the Ball!

Viennese Ball 2009
Fri, 20 Feb · 8pm-2am · Hyatt Regency

At last, the evening has arrived! Doors open at 8pm. Be sure to arrive in time for the Opening Ceremony, which begins at 8:30pm. See you at the Ball!

Questions?
Email vball-info AT lists.stanford.edu.