The Gilbert and Sullivan Waltz Ball

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The Gilbert and Sullivan Waltz Ball
A Topsy Turvy Victorian Costume Ball
Sponsored by PEERS (the Period Events & Entertainments Re-Creation Society)
Saturday, September 4, 2010
Doors Open at 6:45 p.m.
Dance Lesson: 7:00 p.m.
Dancing begins: 8:00 p.m.
Advance Tickets: $15.00 (by August 28)
Tickets at the Door: $20.00
Band: Bangers & Mash
Ball website: http://www.peers.org/G&S.html


Mr. and Mrs. William S. Gilbert request the honour of your presence at a fancy dress ball honouring the musical achievements of their honored colleague, the recently knighted 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. 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 19th century ballroom dance music, including some of Sir Arthur Sullivan’s catchiest tunes. 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, including Sir Arthur Sullivan’s own “Patience Quadrille.” Set dances will be taught or called, partners are not required, and there will also be a pre-ball Victorian dance workshop at 7:00 p.m.

Intermission entertainment includes a performance of excerpts from Gilbert and Sullivan’s operettas. As usual, punch and a light snack buffet will be served throughout the evening (Mrs. Gilbert will gratefully welcomes your potluck contributions to the buffet).

To order advance tickets to the ball, please send a check for $15.00 each to PEERS at 2144 B Buena Vista Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501. To order tickets online via PayPal, please go to the ball website at http://www.peers.org/G&S.html and click on the PayPal icon for directions. The deadline for purchasing advance tickets is Saturday, August 28.
Tickets will be sold at the door for $20.00 each

For further information, please see the ball website, email [email protected] or call (510) 522-1731.

To get yourself 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!

We also recommend checking out a local Bay Area theatrical gem – the Lamplighters Music Theater - one of America’s premiere interpreters of the works of Gilbert & Sullivan and of light opera in general. For their wonderful 2010-2011 performance schedule and for ticket information, please see their web site at http://www.lamplighters.org/

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http://www.peers.org

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510.522.1731 (Box Office)

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