The Big Dance
Stanford's 27th Annual Ball
A Bridgerton-Inspired
Garden Party

Prepare to dance beneath cascading garlands,
to lose yourself in a symphony of swirling gowns and sly glances.
All set to the masterful selections of:
Richard Powers
our DJ and guide through the evening’s enchantments.
Made possible by your fellow Stanford dance peers:
the Gang of 13
who form The Big Dance Committee!

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Friday, May 9 into Saturday, May 10
🕘
9 o’clock in the evening (PM) –
6 o’clock at dawn (AM)
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Roble Gym
375 Santa Teresa St, Stanford, CA 94305
*** Optional Intermediate Cross-Step Waltz lesson at 8 P.M. included with ticket
🎟 Tickets
🌲 Stanford Students: $10
General Public: $20
Financial aid available upon request—no debutante shall be left behind.
🕯️ A Ball Within the Ball!
On the night of The Big Dance, a special hour awaits:
Step into The Bridgerton Ball from 11 PM to midnight — an hour of elegant period waltzes, mixers, and set dances beneath the chandeliers.
Period attire will be admired but not required.
Join the fantasy, step into a storybook, and dance the night away!
🌟 Important Notice to All Attendees
To preserve the sanctity of our grand ballroom, we entreat you to don only
* soft-soled dance shoes *
(you may also wear just socks with no shoes)
within Roble Gym.
Let your steps be light, your turns be elegant, and your soles be suitably gentle.
🎩 Attire for the Evening
– Regency Finery –
Step into the world of Bridgerton with empire-waist gowns, tailcoats, and enough lace and brocade to make Lady Danbury weep.
– Floral & Foliage Fantasy –
Adorn yourself in blooms, petals, and garden whimsy—clothing kissed by spring itself.
– Authentic Excellence –
Come as you are, for even the Queen knows the rarest jewel is a soul unmasked.
👑 Costume Contest
There shall be a costume contest for those whose ensembles truly dazzle the ton.
Whether you appear as a duke, a duchess, a dandy, or a daffodil—prepare to be seen, and perhaps even crowned.
🙋♂️🙋♀️ Volunteer & Dance for Free!
Stanford students who volunteer to help with The Big Dance can receive FREE ADMISSION to the event.
If you’re interested in supporting the event (decor, setup, photobooth, or teardown), we’d love your help!

© Bridgerton / Netflix
Dearest reader, the hour draws near. Your invitation has arrived.
Will you answer the call of candlelight, music, and mischief?
With lace, lanterns, and lingering glances,
- The Big Dance Committee
Gang of 13 Organizers
⏤
Lisbeth Alejandra Tejada
(co-chair)
⏤
Samuel Desai
(co-chair)
⏤
Mitchell Nevin Peterson
(website designer)
⏤
Mina Phipps
(dance movie editor)
⏤
Oriana Alexandra Riley
(flyer designer)
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❓ Questions?
Email us at
The Big Dance Gang of 13 (Email List)
— we'd love to hear from you!
