Sun Assembly DanceFest 2015
Frequently Asked Questions
Where are the English workshops and dances held?
The English workshops and dances will be held at the Murphey School, Shared Visions Retreat Center. The address is
3717 Murphy School Rd., Durham, NC 27705. The website is http://sharedvisions.org/svrc.html.
Can you recommend nearby hotel(s)?
Comfort Inn University
3508 Mt. Moriah Rd., Durham, NC 27707
(919) 490-4949
Homewood Suites by Hilton
3600 Mt. Moriah Rd., Durham, NC 27707
(919) 401-0610
Staybridge Suites
3704 Mt. Moriah Rd., Durham, NC 27707
(919) 401-9800
La Quinta Inn & Suites
4414 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd., Durham, NC 27707
(919) 401-9660
Holiday Inn Express
2516 Guess Rd., Durham, NC 27705
(919) 313-3244
Days Inn Chapel Hill
1312 North Fordham Boulevard
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
(919) 929-3090
You may find other hotels to meet your needs by visiting www.hotels.com. Please also check out the Durham
Convention and Visitors Bureau website to learn more about the area: http://www.durham-nc.com/
What is the dress code for the Saturday evening dance?
We do not have a formal dress code. Most dancers wear festive attire.
Is the Friday night contra dance included in the weekend registration fee?
No. The Friday night contra dance is sponsored by the Triangle Country Dancers (TCD). Admission is $10 non-members, and $8 members. Dancers pay at the door. For more information visit TCD’s website: www.tcdancers.org
Where is the Friday night contra held?
The Friday contra dance is from 8:00-11:00pm at the Carrboro Century Center. The address is 100 N. Greensboro St., Carrboro, NC 27510 . Directions can be found on TCD’s website: www.tcdancers.org
I have no English dance experience. Can I still attend?
This event is intended for dancers who have some basic knowledge of English country dance figures.
How can I learn about or gain English dance experience prior to this event?
If you live locally, please join us for our regular English country dances on Thursday evenings, from 7:30-9:30pm, at the Freedman Center of Beth-El Synagogue, in Durham, NC. For more information about our weekly dances, visit: sunassembly.org
If you are new to English Country Dancing, come join us for a free evening prior to the Dance Fest (coupon here)
For basic information about English country dancing and terminology, visit the Country Dance and Song Society website: http://www.cdss.org
How can I familiarize myself with gender neutral dance terminology?
Please visit The Heather and The Rose Country Dancers website for a list of common gender neutral
terms: http://heatherandrose.org/terms.shtml
I am a contra, international, or Scottish dancer, but have little or no English dance experience. Is this event for me?
You may be able to draw on other folk dance experiences, but we also encourage you to become familiar with English country dancing prior to the event.
What is your refund policy?
No refunds will be issued after March 9, 2015.
Is there a cap on the number of dancers who can attend this event?
We will announce if space becomes limited.
Do I have to register in advance for the whole DanceFest weekend in order to attend the events?
No. While we would love for you to join us for the entire weekend, you may also just attend the individual workshops and dances of your choice, and pay for them at the door. If you are planning to attend the entire weekend, remember that there is an early bird discount of $5 if you register before March 1.
If you have other questions, please do not hesitate to call Sharon Bottesch (650) 533-9861 or e-mail