Dances of the Gilded Age (Feb 3)
with Jeanette Watts
$30
Experience Level: Beginner
Step back in time with turn of the century dances at Historical Dancing on Mondays, Jan. 27 through March 3 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Mansion.
In this elegant setting, instructor Jeanette Watts will teach1900-era ballroom styles including the waltz and two-step, reflecting the graceful movements that captivated society early in the 20th century. Perfect for history enthusiasts and dance lovers alike, this course offers a unique opportunity to experience the elegance and charm of the Gilded Age.
$90/person for the entire series or $30/class. Register for the series by Jan. 24 or three days before each class. All sales are final.
If you will need disability-related accommodations in order to participate, please email owarren@illinois.edu.
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About the instructor
Jeanette Watts has been teaching historical dances for over 20 years. She is the founder of the Terpsichorean Delights Dance Assembly in Dayton, Ohio, Queen City Vintage Dance in Charlotte, North Carolina, and spent covid writing an 8-volume series of instructional dance manuals for historical museums.
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Feb 3rd, 2025
from 6:00 - 8:00 pm
