E & B offers "illustrated lectures" on a variety of topics ranging from the "History of Ballroom Dancing," for general audiences, to "Same, Yet So Different," designed specifically for dance audiences. The illustrated lectures range from 1/2 hour (designed as fillers, to brighten up any kind of meeting or program), to two-hour full-scale productions. Audience participation is always encouraged.
The lectures are well researched, humorous and informative appropriate for any occasion including private parties, academic, industrial or other environments, nightclubs, resorts and cruse ships. The lectures are delivered by Esther, with many years of experience in public speaking, teaching and communication (with a Ph.D. in the latter.) Most pas-de-deux demonstrations are performed by Dance Masters Esther and Ben. Vintage and group dances, such as the quadrille, minuet and grand march, are demonstrated by dance groups.
Esther and Ben Performing the Waltz at the Mills Mansion
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Esther talking about dances of the Gilded Age
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Esther discussing the colorful history of the Tango
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Esther explaining the Paso Doble
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