In addition to special events, we organize two series of dances in Lawrence, Kansas:
Community Dances (mostly contra)
Cost: Adult $7, Student $3, under 16 $2 Time: 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. (Winter-Spring) When: Jan 16, Feb 20*, March 20*, April 17
(Third Saturdays monthly.) Where:Woodlawn School at 508 Elm Street in North Lawrence or
*Camelot II Ballroom at 1117 Massachusetts in downtown Lawrence.
Join us at 6:45 (sharp!) before regular dances for a Contradance Basics
Workshop: Learn the basic steps and movement patterns you will be using
that evening. Even if you can't attend the workshops, beginners are always
welcome. Please come early in the evening as we begin with comfortable dances
for newcomers.
Bloo Moon Advanced Dances
Cost: Adult $7, Student $3, under 16 $2 Time: 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. (Winter/Spring) When: January 30
(Fifth Saturdays of the month.) Where: Usually at Camelot II Ballroom,
1117 Massachusetts Street in downtown Lawrence
Are you ready for an advanced dance? Are you comfortable with contra corners, heys for fours, and can you keep the dance going after the caller has stopped calling? Advanced dances are held on the fifth Saturday when months have them, and feature faster, more complex dances with minimal walkthroughs and no beginner instruction. Beginners, please come to the regular dances first.
General Notes:
No Partner Necessary. Please wear soft-soled shoes!
All dances are taught and prompted and feature live music.
Dress cool and casual - dancing is energetic activity!
Community Friendly:
Most dancers switch partners throughout the evening.
Please be sure to dance with newcomers as well as
your friends. Look for folks sitting out on the sides
who haven't had a chance to dance. They'll be happy you did!
Winter/Spring 2010 LBDA Dances
January 16
Saturday
Community Dance at Woodlawn School7:30-10:30 p.m.
Caller: Otis Watson
Music: Calliope
(Chris Martin, Dave Agee, Tom Schroeder, Frank Martin)
January 30
Saturday
Bloo Moon Advanced Dance at Camelot II Ballroom7:30-10:30 p.m.
Caller: Lisa Harris
Music: Prairie Acre
(Tricia Spencer, Greg Yother, Noah Musser & Virginia Musser)
We will have a short pot-luck social gathering at Camelot immediately following the dance. Bring a snack to share.
MidWinter Meltdown Weekend Feb 19-21
Join us for this special weekend of dance (and music) we are co-presenting with the Uptown Hoedown, the English Country Dancers, and the Kaw Valley Shape Note Singing Association. In will start with an Uptown Hoedown dance and party on Friday, Feb 19, continue with our events on Saturday, Feb 20, and conclude with and a potluck brunch, shape note sing, and English country dancing on Sunday, Feb 22. Get full schedule and more info here!
February 20
Saturday
Dance Workshop at Camelot II Ballroom1:30-3:30 p.m. $5
Hot Moves to Melt Your Blues - highlights from favorite workshops
Caller: Caller's Potpourri
Music: Three Bean Salad
(Mike Black, Dayle Dryer-Black, Mike Yoder)
Community Dance at Camelot II Ballroom7:30-10:30 p.m. Dance
Adult $7, Student $3, under 16 $2
Caller: Caller's Potpourri
Music: Fox on the Run
(Mark Franzke, Jill Allen, Greg Allen)
There will be a post-dance potluck and jam at the Nace's studio.
Bring a snack to share, and (if you play) instruments to jam!
March 20
Saturday
Community Dance at Camelot II Ballroom7:30-10:30 p.m. Dance
Caller: Jill Allen
Music: Big Limber
(Kim Lansford, Jim Lansford, Jim Nelson)
April 17 Saturday
Community Dance at Woodlawn School7:30-10:30 p.m.
Caller: Terry Rouse
Music: Hell in the Holler
(Doug DuBois, Nick Gardner, Tracy Floreani, and Chris DeVictor)
Some non-LBDA music and dance events of likely interest...
English Country Dance in Lawrence
Fourth Sundays at Camelot II Ballroom. 1:00 - 3:00 pm.
Contact Jill Allen at 841-5759 for more info.
Shape Note (Sacred Harp) singing in the Northeast Kansas area.
This singing is to music as contra dance is to dance – community-centered.
More info at www.kawshapenote.org.
Our spiffy t-shirts are usually available at the dances. For details, inquire at the dances, or email
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