Ribbon Dancing
Bryant Park
42nd Street & Fifth Avenue
New York NY
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Suggested Ages: All, Adult Friendly
Instructor Margaret Yuen of the Red Silk Dancers guides visitors in the ways of finely flowing traditional Chinese art of ribbon dancing Classes will take place in the heated space of the Overlook and feature music to set the tone.
All are welcome and encouraged to participate. Ribbons are provided, but you are welcome to bring your own.
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