STAGE DANCE

Woodshed Dance - 2nd Tuesdays

Presented by Bay Area Country Dance Society at Holbrook Palmer Park

January 10, 2012 - Ongoing

The woodshed series is an opportunity for callers (or would-be callers) and musicians (or would-be musicians) to try out new (or new-to-them) material. Callers present dances--typically English or contra--and ask the dancers for feedback on particular or general points. When it is not their turn to call, they also dance. In addition to some experienced dance musicians, the band is open--best for players who can sight-read or learn by ear quickly and play up to dance tempo.

English Country Dance - 1st, 3rd, 5th Tuesdays

Presented by Bay Area Country Dance Society at All Saints Episcopal Church

January 17-March 20, 2012

Peninsula English Country Dance meets on the first, third, and fifth Tuesdays. All dancers are invited to come and join the fun. Beginners are always welcome. English Country Dance is fun, relatively easy, community-oriented dancing with live music.

All dances are taught, and beginners are encouraged to participate. No partner is required. No special dress is required, but please wear comfortable clothes and clean, soft-soled shoes.

Dances are taught by experienced

English Country Dance - 1st, 3rd, 5th Fridays

Presented by Bay Area Country Dance Society at Palo Alto Masonic Center

February 3-March 16, 2012

Started in 1982 by two women, this dance was originally a monthly event with no primary leader. After a year or so, the dance became a semi-monthly event featuring many well-known musicians. This dance has been located at the Palo Alto Masonic Temple for many years.

Bob Fraley and others serve as callers on a rotating basis, while the Nonesuch Country Dance Band (founded by Stan and Susan Kramer in 1985) serves as the house band. This is a novice-friendly dance, and aims towards an