Dress code for Kennedy Center New Years Ball?

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http://www.kennedy-center.org/calendar/index.cfm?fuseaction=showEvent&event=MLHFN

Ring in the New Year at a dazzling classical concert–now celebrating its 16th anniversary–featuring selections from Porgy and Bess, On the Town, and South Pacific, as well as light classics by Johann Strauss, Bizet, Dvorak, Tchaikovsky, Piazzolla, and Ravel’s Bolero conducted by Murry Sidlin and performed by members of the National Symphony Orchestra. Patrons are then invited to welcome 2011 in style after the concert with dancing in the Grand Foyer until 1 a.m.

Dress code? Black tie? Anyone know? The Kennedy Center doesn’t say and there are no pictures.

[Duckster]

So, what do you wear to The Kennedy Center? Well, this is an interesting topic indeed! Did you know that The Kennedy Center does not have an official code? Thats right! The center does not have an official dress code. Suprisingly, I have had so many people ask me what do you wear to the center and ask often “Is there a dress code?” It really depends on what you are attending. For example, if you attend the performances of the Washington National Opera, the patrons are always elegantly dressed: the women with their lovely gowns and wraps and the gentlemen in nice suits and even bow-ties!

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The author does offer suggestions.

I suggest going naked. Well, almost naked. At least wear a red ribbon.

[Jonathan_Chance]

Suit and tie for a man. Evening gown or dress for a woman. Black tie will certainly be worn by some men but a dark suit will get the job done.

I’ve attended official functions there and it’s not always dress-up. But for this one I’d say it is.

[Mr.Moto]

The article says there will be dancing - so you should wear clothing appropriate for such. This is generally black tie for men, evening dress or gown for women.

It is easier to dance in a tuxedo than a business suit, a fact not appreciated much nowadays.

[Freudian_Slit]

@Mr.Moto

The article says there will be dancing - so you should wear clothing appropriate for such. This is generally black tie for men, evening dress or gown for women.

It is easier to dance in a tuxedo than a business suit, a fact not appreciated much nowadays.

It is? What makes it easier? (Genuinely curious–not being a guy I’ve never worn either.)

[Mr.Moto]

A tux traditionally had a more generous cut in the leg, and the shoes were comfortable for dancing.

[Freudian_Slit]

Cool, thanks, Mr. Moto.