Dance Class

Baroque Dance Class, London

14:00 - 18:00, Monthly

BBO Studios, Barnes, London, London, United Kingdom

Baroque dance, a precursor of classical ballet from the late 17th/early 18th centuries, was danced at royal balls and on the stage. The dance rhythms may be familiar to those with a knowledge of the music of the period, and include the minuet, sarabande, bourée, gavotte, gigue and the French courante. Composers to write Baroque dance music include Lully, Purcell and Handel.

Monthly Saturday class in Baroque dance.

Session 1: 2:00–4:00, all levels, beginners welcome.
Session 2: 4:00–6:00, intermediate/advanced.

Reduced price for concessions, full-time students, or if a deposit is paid for the term. Phone Bookings: 07976 374482. ►Further Information

Dance Class. Instruction (Novice, Beginner, Improver, Intermediate, Int/Advanced and Advanced) and Workshop for Baroque and Early Dancers. Event is 14:00-18:00. Admission £15.00 (£27.00 for all sessions).

Organiser: Consort de Danse Baroque

Contact: Philippa Waite. Tel: 07976 374482 or 029 2115 2015. ►Website ►Full DanceWeb Entry

Offers classes in historical dance from the Medieval period to the early 20th Century. Specialises in Baroque dance (c1660–1750). Workshops available to groups - please enquire.

Venue: BBO Studios

, 39 Lonsdale Road, Barnes, London, SW13 9JP. ►Website ►All Dance Classes and Events for BBO Studios ►Venue Map with Streetview

Sprung wooden dance floor, with barre and mirrors. Studio one is in the modern extension, to the right of the main building. Nearest Underground station: Hammersmith.