Join us for a Thursday night Portland Intown Contra Dance!
@ State Street Church, 159 State Street, Portland, ME
Costumes are encouraged.
Beginner's lesson at 7:00 p.m.
Contra dancing from 7:30 'til 10 p.m.
$15-25 suggested donation (or pay what you can)
OUR TALENT
Music this evening will be provided by Sophie Wellington (fiddle) and Max Newman (guitar). Our caller will be Will Mentor.
Costumes Encouraged!
You’re invited to wear a fun costume in celebration of Halloween! No problem if you come dressed as yourself.
Everyone in attendance will be invited to participate in the grand march at the middle of the evening. Afterward, prizes will be awarded for best costumes!
We’re committed to a safe and welcoming dance environment for everybody – including you! So, keep this in mind when choosing your costuming:
Don’t dress as a culture not your own
Don’t darken your skin
Don’t wear masks that cover your face (it inhibits consent, as the folks dancing with you don’t know who you are)
Don’t wear objectifying or hyper sexual costuming
Don’t perpetuate dangerous or offensive stereotypes (examples include “terrorist”, “gangster”, “undocumented immigrant”, etc.)
Don’t dress in a way that is sexist or classist (examples include “hobo”, dressing as a gender not your own to sexualize or mock, etc.)
Basically: Be respectful and have fun. :)
This video helps to demonstrate the nuances of what is and isn’t ok. We recommend a viewing:
All Ages, All People welcome!
Beginners encouraged to come! New to contra? Start here! 👀
All dances taught. No experience needed.
Gender free dance roles. Dance with whomever you’d like.
Come alone or with friends. No partner needed.
No fancy footwork, no uptight cliques. 😘 You belong here!