Dance Lessons: The Polka
Step back in time to the late 1800s and experience the lively social dances that brought joy and community to Oklahoma’s early frontier settlers! Three iconic dances with the highlighted throughout the summer: the polka, the quadrille, and play party dances.
The Polka: A Spirited Frontier Favorite
Tuesday, June 17th
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Kick off this series with the lively polka, a dance that swept across the frontier with its infectious energy and joyful twirls. Learn the basic steps and turns of this beloved couple’s dance, which was a staple at social gatherings, barn dances, and community celebrations. Discover how the polka’s upbeat tempo brought people together and provided a much-needed escape from the hardships of frontier life.
Ticket Information: Tickets are limited and donation based, so pay what you can. Must sign up for each lesson individually.
While you don’t have to bring a partner, the polka and quadrille are paired dances, so you will be dancing with someone else. Play party dances are done with a large group so no partner necessary.