Ragtime Tea Dance
Step back in time and learn popular Ragtime dances with social dance teacher/historian, Susan de Guardiola, at the Ragtime Tea Dance on Sunday, June 1, 2025 at 2pm at the Weston History & Culture Center, 104 Weston Road in Weston, CT. No experience needed and no partner required; dancing with different people is part of the fun.
Only 25 spots available as dance space is limited. Ticket includes group dance instruction and afternoon tea refreshments. Tickets: $25 members, $35 non-members. Advanced tickets online here.
Enjoy an afternoon of lighthearted dancing in the style of the 1910s with a mix of easy couple dances and traditional New England contras. Kick up your heels with the simple one-step, the romantic tango, and the lively foxtrot in the pre-Dancesport style as well as group dances that remained common in this area of the country! Recorded music will be used. No experience needed - all dances will be taught by social dance historian and teacher Susan de Guardiola. Laughter is encouraged! Also enjoy light refreshments fit for a 1910s tea! Early 20th century attire encouraged, but not required.