Post by Saionji Shonagon on Sept 2, 2007 13:36:51 GMT -5
OK, not SCA, not SCA-period, but this is what I did last night:
Photos: www.flickr.com/groups/peers/pool/
From the event announcement:
From my Livejournal: gurdymonkey.livejournal.com/71687.html?view=235783#t235783
Photos: www.flickr.com/groups/peers/pool/
From the event announcement:
Mr. and Mrs. William S. Gilbert request the honour of your presence at a fancy dress ball honouring the premiere of their masterpiece, "The Mikado," and the musical achievements of their honored colleague Sir Arthur Sullivan. Guests are welcome to attend either in "normal" evening dress of the late 19th century (1860-1900) or in costumes inspired by the operas of Gilbert and Sullivan, including "The Mikado." From the most refined Lord High Executioner to the most deliciously evil Bad Baronet; from the most demure Japanese maiden to the most dashing Daughter or Pirate of Penzance - all are welcome (Costumes are, as usual, admired but not required, at the ball)..
Bangers & Mash plays a delightful selection of ballroom dance music based on the tunes of Sir Arthur Sullivan. Dance to some of the most beautiful waltzes of the Victorian age and to some of the most exhilarating polkas, mazurkas, schottisches, reels and quadrilles of the late 19th century. Set dances will be taught or called, partners are not necessary, and there will also be a pre-ball workshop at 7:00 p.m.
Our half-time show will feature music and dance performances of Gilbert & Sullivan favorites. As usual, a light snack buffet will be served throughout the evening (Mrs. Gilbert welcomes your potluck contributions to the buffet).
To get you in the mood for the ball (and for costume inspiration), you may also want to rent the video of Topsy Turvy. The film is an excellent introduction to the personalities and works of W.S. Gilbert and Sir Arthur Sullivan and to theater conventions of the late 19th century!
Bangers & Mash plays a delightful selection of ballroom dance music based on the tunes of Sir Arthur Sullivan. Dance to some of the most beautiful waltzes of the Victorian age and to some of the most exhilarating polkas, mazurkas, schottisches, reels and quadrilles of the late 19th century. Set dances will be taught or called, partners are not necessary, and there will also be a pre-ball workshop at 7:00 p.m.
Our half-time show will feature music and dance performances of Gilbert & Sullivan favorites. As usual, a light snack buffet will be served throughout the evening (Mrs. Gilbert welcomes your potluck contributions to the buffet).
To get you in the mood for the ball (and for costume inspiration), you may also want to rent the video of Topsy Turvy. The film is an excellent introduction to the personalities and works of W.S. Gilbert and Sir Arthur Sullivan and to theater conventions of the late 19th century!
From my Livejournal: gurdymonkey.livejournal.com/71687.html?view=235783#t235783
