Alexander Jacobs
The masquerade ball is a classic trope of film & fantasy. Learn the culture and find out what makes a waltz Viennese, how to behave when the Duke asks you to dance, and why vampires love tango but would never, ever samba. In this seminar we will go over the history of partner dancing from […]
This session will be teaching foxtrot, a classic, jazzy ballroom style. NOTE: Due to health and safety concerns we will not be rotating partners or assigning partners within the class this year. Students are encouraged to attend with a partner or with the intention of practicing on their own. Attendance will be limited in order […]
This session will be single time swing, also called jitterbug. Swing dancing is one of the most fun styles of social dance around. It’s fast, stylish, works great to all kinds of music, and easy to learn. NOTE: Due to health and safety concerns we will not be rotating partners or assigning partners within the […]
Looking for some way to incorporate theatrics and movement at Gen Con? Join this fun and interactive dance workshop where you’ll learn choreography from the Oscar-nominated film The Greatest Showman. Channel your inner Zendaya or Hugh Jackman by learning a section of “This is Me” and “From Now On” — the perfect way to impress […]
In this seminar, we will go over the history of partner dancing from the “chaste” dances of the middle ages to modern salsa and hustle. We will conclude with a discussion of how to use this information in writing and games.
No dance has the mystique or allure of the tango. Beloved by people all over the world, banned by the Vatican, captured in film, and now celebrated on dance shows, nothing else thrills like the tango because nothing else is the tango. Our professionally trained and certified dance teacher will show you the basics so […]
Note that this class is available in several sessions, each of which focuses on a different dance. This session will be teaching salsa, a popular club-style Latin dance. Due to the close physical nature of this class, we kindly request all players wear appropriate face masks during this event.
Note that this class is available in several sessions, each of which focuses on a different dance. This session will be single time swing, also called jitterbug. Swing dancing is one of the most fun styles of social dance around. It’s fast, stylish, works great for all kinds of music, and is easy to learn. […]
Note that this class is available in several sessions, each of which focuses on a different dance. This session will be teaching waltz, a smooth, elegant ballroom style. Due to the close physical nature of this class, we kindly request all players wear appropriate face masks during this event.
The masquerade ball is a classic trope of film & fantasy. Learn the culture & find out what makes a waltz Viennese, how to behave when the Duke asks you to dance, & why vampires love tango. In this seminar we will go over the history of partner dancing from the “chaste” dances of the […]
Have you ever wanted to learn to ballroom dance? Then come to this introductory workshop. Our professionally trained and certified dance teacher will teach you some basic steps and techniques to have you gliding across the floor. No partner necessary. Note that this class is available in several sessions, each of which focuses on a […]
Have you ever wanted to learn to ballroom dance? Then come to this introductory workshop. Our professionally trained and certified dance teacher will teach you some basic steps and techniques to have you gliding across the floor. No partner necessary. Note that this class is available in several sessions, each of which focuses on a […]
Have you ever wanted to learn to ballroom dance? Then come to this introductory workshop. Our professionally trained and certified dance teacher will teach you some basic steps and techniques to have you gliding across the floor. No partner or experience necessary. Note that this class is available in several sessions, each of which focuses […]
No dance has the mystique or allure of the tango. Beloved by people all over the world, banned by the Vatican, captured in film, and now celebrated on dance shows, nothing else thrills like the tango because nothing else is the tango. Our professionally trained and certified dance teacher will show you the basics so […]
What the heck is Peabody? In the early 20th century a new ballroom dance swept the nation. This fast-paced ballroom dance, similar to foxtrot but based on up-tempo ragtime music, became a quick hit. Nowadays it’s not widely known outside ballroom experts, but is one of the most fun dances you’ll ever learn! Instructor Alex […]
Have you ever wanted to learn to ballroom dance? Then come to this introductory workshop. Our professionally trained and certified dance teacher will teach you some basic steps and techniques to have you gliding across the floor. No partner or experience necessary. Note that this class is available in several sessions, each of which focuses […]
Have you ever wanted to learn to ballroom dance? Then come to this introductory workshop. Our professionally trained and certified dance teacher will teach you some basic steps and techniques to have you gliding across the floor. No partner or experience necessary. Note that this class is available in several sessions, each of which focuses […]
We will be continuing our 11:00 AM Saturday waltz class. Dancers should be comfortable with the basic box and underarm turn. NOTE: Due to health and safety concerns we will not be rotating partners or assigning partners within the class this year. Students are encouraged to attend with a partner or with the intention of […]
This session will be teaching waltz, a smooth, elegant ballroom style. NOTE: Due to health and safety concerns we will not be rotating partners or assigning partners within the class this year. Students are encouraged to attend with a partner or with the intention of practicing on their own. Attendance will be limited in order […]
We will be continuing our swing class from the Friday night and Saturday morning sessions (either class is sufficient preparation). Dancers should be comfortable with the basic step in single time swing and the underarm turn. Due to the close physical nature of this class, we kindly request all players wear appropriate face masks during […]
Note that this class is available in several sessions, each of which focuses on a different dance. This session will be single time swing, also called jitterbug. Swing dancing is one of the most fun styles of social dance around. It’s fast, stylish, works great for all kinds of music, and is easy to learn. […]
Kick up your shoes and let down your hair at our ballroom social/practice session. We’ll have several instructors on hand so you can practice what you learned in class and get some additional tips and pointers, or you’re welcome to do your own thing. Let’s dance out the con together!
Have you taken a basic ballroom class and want to move on? Even if you just started at GenCon, get ready to level up your dancing. We will be continuing our swing class from the Friday night and Saturday morning sessions (either class is sufficient preparation). Dancers should be comfortable with the basic step in […]
Have you ever wanted to learn to ballroom dance? Then come to this introductory workshop. Our professionally trained and certified dance teacher will teach you some basic steps and techniques to have you gliding across the floor. No partner or experience necessary. Note that this class is available in several sessions, each of which focuses […]
This session will be teaching salsa, a popular club-style Latin dance. NOTE: Due to health and safety concerns we will not be rotating partners or assigning partners within the class this year. Students are encouraged to attend with a partner or with the intention of practicing on their own. Attendance will be limited in order […]