Upcoming Dates
Saturday, February 29th, 2020
Albany, NY 12207
Schaltjahr (Leap Year) Ball
Saturday, February, 29, 2020 @ 7-11pm
90 State Street, Albany
Step back to Vienna, Austria, circa 1900 for a true Viennese Ball. With live orchestra, a palatial setting, a great dance floor, dinner performance (featuring Metropolitan Opera Singer Emalie Savoy performing music of Lehar and Strauss), and wonderful food, this evening is not-to-be-missed. Waltz and polka through the night in true old world elegance. Get out your most stunning gowns and tails and celebrate the Leap Year in true style.
Feeling uncertain about your steps? Talk to your dance studio about Viennese Waltz and Polka lessons. Or sign up for one hour classes at the University Club in Albany (518)463-1151 with Ann-Marie and Fred Schwartz on January 31st at 7pm and February 9th at 2pm and February 21st at 7pm. Lessons are $10 per class, advance reservations necessary, class size is limited to 10 couples. The Club’s bar and restaurant will be open before and after the lesson.
Viennese Ball Tradition
Since the Congress of Vienna, the city of waltzes has been famous for its legendary balls. Each year more than 450 balls take place in Vienna. The city celebrates Carnival in January and February with exuberance. The three-four rhythm is also joined by more contemporary sounds, offering enjoyable dancing for every taste.
Dinner Menu
Prosecco Toast
Cheeses, dips, charcuterie
Roasted Butternut Squash Bisque
Choice of Roasted Pork Loin, Salzburg Sole, or Carinthian Mushroom Ravioli
Chocolate Flourless Torte
Cash Bar
Hotels
Hampton Inn & Suites Albany-Downtown
25 Chapel St
Albany 12210
518-518-432-7000
Hilton Albany
40 Lodge St
Albany 12207
518-462-66
Contact Discover Albany for additional options
Ticket Options
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Johann Strauss Level $400 |
Josef Lanner Level $225 |
General Admission $150 |
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Valet parking |
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Prosecco toast |
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3+ hrs dancing with live music |
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Galop lesson |
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Multi-course gourmet sit-down dinner |
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Dinner show w/ orchestra, Metropolitan Opera soprano Emalie Savoy, professional ballroom dancers |
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Priority seating next to dance floor |
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Honorary Committee dances only |
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Commemorative wine glass |
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Austrian gift |
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Wine certificates |
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Ball reservations must be made by February 18, 2020
Make ticket selection, dinner choice, and guest name for each individual reservation, i.e. quantity of 1 on separate lines
