Semi-Formal: Lost in Time

Merada and Nick show off their jive kicks

Zulfa (1950s) and Alan (WWI pilot)

This year's semi-formal was a great success, with delicious food (thanks to Jen and her helpers), great company from the Maties Dance Society and beautiful decor (thanks to Bryce and his team) - including a time machine and a 'Lost' jungle! The dancers came in an assortment of olden-day and futuristic costumes. There was an Audrey Hepburn from Breakfast at Tiffany's, a Marilyn Monroe, Doctor Who and River Song, a WWI pilot, flappers and even an Alice in Wonderland!

The social was attended by over 100 dancers! It was such a fantastic evening, and the members agree:

Lara Milne and Chris Basson as River Song and Dr Who

"Was such an amazing feeling dressing up and walking into a place decorated to make you feel like you're in another world, knowing you can dance all night!" - Isabel Micklem (Beginner)

"Had a great time getting lost in fun" - Tebo Cochrane (Intermediate)

Rosy, Alex and Lauren in the time machine

“I loved the semi-formal because I had so much fun, dancing with so many amazing people!” - Alexander Peel (Beginner)

"The social was a blast, especially interesting comparing the moves that the UCT dancers do, to what we have been taught in our classes" - Fiona Smith, Maties Dance Society (Advanced)

"Inviting the Stellenbosch Society gave the night the atmosphere of a real ball, with strangers you could ask to dance." - Sebastian Lumpp (Beginner)

 "Even though I'm not around any more it was totally worth coming to  visit for the semi-formal. I miss you guys, thanks for a wonderful evening!" - Shaun Silson (Long Distance Member)

Mmm! Chloe and Laura enjoying Jen's pinwheel biscuits!

 "Dressing up for the semi-formal was always going to be fun, but finding an old dancing dress of my grandmother's made it spectacular. One thing I will say though - it takes a hang of a lot more co-ordination to dance in something floor-length! The evening was fantastic, the music was fun, the influx of the Stellies people was great, and Jen's pinwheel biscuits were nothing short of legendary." - Laura Barnard (Beginner)

Photos: Anton Moisey and Jared Baboo