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Westridge Cotillion

After many wonderful years of dancing together, Burgess Cotillion held its final dance at The Grand in Long Beach in April 2026. Thank you to every student, parent, instructor, volunteer, and friend who helped make Burgess Cotillion such a meaningful tradition.

Burgess Cotillion dancing

Although the Long Beach program has concluded, students may continue their cotillion education with Robert Burgess at Westridge Cotillion in La Habra.

Burgess Cotillion Staff

For information contact:

Theresa Nunes

Coordinator

Westridge Cotillion

westridgecotillion@gmail.com

Robert F. Burgess

royace526@aol.com
or call 213.705.8477

2026-2027 Cotillion Season

September 14

“Fall Frolic”

Getting Acquainted Dance
Semi-formal attire
October 26

“Monster Masquerade”

Halloween Dance Party & Costume Contest
Appropriate theme attire or semi-formal attire
November 16

“The Roaring 20s”

Charleston, Lindy Hop, Foxtrot
Semi-formal attire with 1920s flair
December 7

“Winter Wonderland”

Holiday Ball Winter Formal & Toy Drive
Formal attire
January 11

“Rodeo Roundup”

Country Western Dance & Costume Contest
Appropriate theme attire or semi-formal attire
February 8

“Cupid Caper”

Father-Daughter Dances & Swing Contest
Semi-formal attire with a touch of red
March 8

“Hawaiian Holiday”

Polynesian Party & Limbo Contest
Resort elegant or semi-formal attire
April 12

“Spring Cruise”

Mother-son, Father-daughter dancesWaltz Contest – Senior Presentations
Black Tie Optional
Burgess Cotillion awards

Grade Level and Times

Grades 4-7 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Grades 8-12 7:45 PM to 9:15 PM
Burgess Cotillion dress code