Wednesday 23 September 2009

19th Century Research (Ball)


Starting with the great international polka craze of 1844 anyone who was anyone was dancing. Women are in hoop skirts, and turning dances help to keep the skirts out of the way.
Five Step Waltz
Polka
Schottische
Two Step
Waltz

dance played a important role in socialising for women as it was seen as the first real contact they have with men and its a chance for them to be presented to society, other wise known of a coming of age.

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