Classes to get ready for the Dancing the Revolution Ball.
Wednesday, June 17 at 3-4:30
Link: https://www.nypl.org/events/programs/2026/06/17/dancing-revolution
Julia Bengtsson from New York Baroque Dance Company leads a special presentation along with live violin accompaniment to teach about the social dances that were danced by the American people in the years following the revolutionary war. This program explores the social dances of the era and the history of Francis Johnson, the African American composer who became a leading figure on the American social dance scene.
Location: Lincoln Center Performing Arts Library, 40 Lincoln Center Plaza (entrance at 111 Amsterdam between 64th and 65th).
Friday, June 19 at 6-7pm: Dancing the Revolution Online Class
We are looking forward to our June 28th Ball. This class is a chance to prepare and practice for the ball by reviewing Revolutionary dance etiquette and looking at minuet variations current at the time. This fun class is for beginners and for those who would like to brush up on their technique.
Not a convenient time for your schedule? No problem! The class will be recorded and you can review at your convenience.
Link to Dancing the Revolution! An Interactive Ball
Fee for the Class is $15 and can be paid through our Donation Link Donate
This Sunday, June 21st, at 2pm! Join Julia Bengtsson for an exciting FREE workshop at NY Historical Society Museum & Library and Dimenna Children’s History Museum !
Please sign up and register to be admitted. More information: New York Historical Society
June 27 from 3-4pm Dance at the Morris Jumel Museum with the NYBDC
Join the Morris-Jumel Mansion and musicians and dancers from the New York Baroque Dance Company for an enchanting afternoon learning the dances of Revolutionary America! As a part of the continued celebration of America250 at the Morris-Jumel Mansion, dancers of all skills levels are invited to learn the ballroom styles that would have defined the era, accompanied by live music, costumed instructors, and particpatory fun!
Historic dress encouraged, but not required!
More Information: LINK
The New York Baroque Dance Co. 
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