Palo Alto English Regency Dance

The Regency is the period from 1811-1820 when George III was too sick to rule and Parliament authorized his wastrel son (later George IV) as Prince Regent. We focus on accessible dances with some connection to Jane Austen's lifetime (1778 - 1816), extending to the end of the Regency (1820) sometimes using American dances of the same period.

We dance in the spirit of the Regency era, but usually in modern Englsh style. Because the waltz becomes popular in England in our period, we usually have waltz country dances and several free waltzes, and occasionally some choreographed waltz couple dances. The famous "Congress of Vienna" dance was invented for Regency dancing. This is an excellent series for new dancers and people wanting to acquire fluency in country dance.

Please join us for a fun, friendly dance to live traditional music.
No partner or experience required. Bring a water bottle.
Admission $10 or pay as you can.
For more information contact carollinney@gmail.com.