OPEN SESSION

May 18, 2025
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May 18, 2025
14:00 - 17:00
Concordiastraat 67A, Utrecht (Villa Concordia)
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Celebrating Ballroom Culture

About this event

Come to OPEN SESSION and practice your category with other members of the community!


On Sunday, May 18th, we are back at Villa Concordia in Utrecht for a community practice & hang-out hosted by Mother Andrea Gabbana.

Between 14:00 - 17:00, you will have the space to practice in your categories - whether it be your 10s or preparing for battles, you’ll have the space to get ready for upcoming balls and kikis!

No matter if you're brand-new to ballroom or a seasoned member of the scene, a 007 or in a house, everyone is welcome to join!

During the upcoming weeks, we'll also have more times to practice at our studio on Tuesday evenings on May 20, June 3, and June 17.

Please note that this is not a function/ball - just an open practice.

Tickets are free, or you can donate to contribute to the venue costs.

Visual by Elia van den Bergh.

practical information

Accessibility

The venue is wheelchair accessible with accessible restrooms. We can provide additional accommodations upon request.

Languages

Sessions are conducted primarily in English with Dutch translation available when needed.

Environment

OPEN PRACTICE is a substance-free space focused on creating a supportive atmosphere for allparticipants.

meet your facilitator

Andrea

Founder & Director

Andrea started the Utrecht Ballroom Scene in 2020 and is the Director of BALLROOM WORKS. She entered ballroom in 2019, and has walked and won across Europe.

Event Schedule

  1. 14:00 - 17:00
    1. Practice in your categories
  2. 17:00
    1. Practice ends

How to prepare

Prerequisites

No prior experience required. This event is open to all skill levels.

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Event Details

Venue

Concordiastraat 67A, Utrecht (Villa Concordia)

DATE & TIME

May 18, 2025

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May 18, 2025

14:00 - 17:00

Organizer

Age restrictions

18+

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