The RIVER
CROSSING 2006
HOLIDAY
VICTORIAN BALL!
November 18, 2006 from 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM
The Historic Crags Lodge
Estes Park, Colorado
Thousands of people across the country are
discovering the joy of dressing up
Victorian-style and dancing the steps of
generations past. Many of them are
experiencing this for the first time with
Sharon and Mike Guli, of River
Crossing Inc. Sharon brings to each ballroom
a pleasant and lively mix of both the old
and the new -- historically-correct vintage
pieces, simplified versions that are easier
for modern, untrained folks, and a few
contemporary selections that maintain the
flavor and feel of Victorian times. During
breaks in the music, she shares entertaining
information on the history of the dances and
the etiquette of this bygone era.
While trying to preserve this piece of our
American past, Sharon keeps things relaxed
with light banter, an eagerness to encourage
the novice, and a clear, easy way of
explaining the steps so all can understand
and participate. While she leads from the
stage, Mike moves among the dancers in his
role of Floor Manager, helping folks get
situated into the proper formations, finding
partners for single ladies, and educating
people on how to tell their right hand from
their left. Together they have taught
everything from barn dances to high society
charity events.
Sharon and Mike are pleased to announce the
second RIVER CROSSING HOLIDAY VICTORIAN BALL, to be
held once again at the Historic Crags Lodge in
beautiful Estes Park. While open to the
novice, this dance is definitely tailored to
the more serious vintage dancer (though not
a stuffy affair!). For example, dance cards
will be issued, but the Victorian tradition
of gentlemen asking the ladies to dance,
instead of the modern reversal, will be
encouraged. Ladies, on the other hand, will
be taught the useful art of fan and glove
flirtation, the better to charm the
gentlemen into seeking the honor of their
hand on the dance floor. Victorian or early
Edwardian (pre-1910) evening attire is
requested, and in accordance with Victorian
etiquette manuals, all attendees are
politely asked to please wear gloves that
evening, including the men, so as not to
soil the ladies’ fine garments.
Most importantly, the dances that evening
will be prompted and briefly reviewed, but
not taught. This will better simulate the
atmosphere of a Victorian ballroom of the
1800’s. The dance card of the evening will
include waltzes, polkas, a galop, and
several historically-correct set
dances, such as The Lancers Quadrille,
The Rustic Reel, and The Waltz Cotillion.
For those wishing to attend who are not
already acquainted with the easy steps of
these particular set dances, free
instructional classes are provided prior
to the night of the ball, including a
make-up class on the afternoon of Nov. 18.
Information is available regarding dance
class locations and dates, as well as
discounted lodging information in the Estes
Park area for out-of-town guests.
Sharon and Mike warmly invite you to join
them for their second RIVER CROSSING HOLIDAY VICTORIAN
BALL. While trying to bring a more vintage
feel to the ball, this is not meant to be a
museum-replica event. We may sometimes think
that our Victorian ancestors were a very
serious, controlled lot, but remember that
they were real people too, with love and
laughter and lightness as much a part of
their lives as ours. Please join us as we
celebrate the beginning of the 2006 holiday
season with an evening of music, dance,
friendship and laughter -- vintage-style!
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Tickets are
priced at $35.00 per person, $60.00 per
couple. Please make checks out to River
Crossing, mail to P.O. Box 127, Bellvue, CO
80512, and also indicate which dance class
or classes you plan to attend. For
questions, additional information, or to use
a credit card, feel free to call us at
970-221-2992, or email us at
rivercrossinginc@att.net.
Lodging is
available at discounted rates at the Crags
Lodge and several other fine establishments
in the Estes Park area. Below you will find
links for directions, lodging and additional
Ball information.
We hope to see you at the ball!
- Sharon & Mike
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