UConn 11th Annual Competition

The 11th annual UConn Ballroom Dance Competition will be on Saturday, October 18th, 2008 at EO Smith High School, right next to the University of Connecticut. We are offering a variety of dances at all levels and have the wonderful Eugene Katsevman and Maria Manusova lined up as our showcase couple. We will be posting more information shortly.

Event Date and Time: 
2008/10/18 8:00am
Event Location: 
EO Smith High School Storrs, CT 06268
Event Contact Information: 
competition@uconnballroom.com

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