BALLO TIEPOLO

The guests will be welcomed by a rich aperitif in the Ridotto hall, to which it will follow an elegant dinner in Halls next to the Ridotto, inspired by the flowers of Love: Rose, Orchid and Buttercup. The menu, created ad hoc for this occasion and with attention to details, will present fish dishes; for those who prefer a vegetarian or meat menu can indicate it at the time of booking.(*)

During the evening the classical musicians will create a lovely atmosphere together with the opera singers, dancers and some performers who will perform in the three halls, wearing the sumptuous costumes created by the Atelier Tiepolo. After dinner, in the Sala del Ridotto, the Grand Period Ball will be held with waltzes, minuets and country dances with the musical accompaniment of the orchestra.
After dinner the grand ball will take place in the Ridotto Hall, where the Dance Master with his partner will involve the guests in the historical dances of the European courts, and the orchestra will accompany them. Between dances, the guests can enjoy hot chocolate, Venetian fritters and Prosecco. The hotel Monaco will open the bar next to the Ridotto for whoever would like a drink; the cocktails are extras, not included with the entrance ticket.

È It is mandatory to wear the PERIOD COSTUME that can be rented at our ATELIER TIEPOLO (see the offers described below).

(*) It will not be possible to change the type of menu during the event and any food allergies must be reported at the time of booking.

RIDOTTO BALLROOM & RIDOTTO HALLS, DANDOLO PALACE

The palace of the noble Dandolo was the first place to accomodate the "Ridotto", public gaming rooms from 1638 till 1774. It used to be open during Carnival, which lasted several month. Now the halls belongs to the hotel Monaco & Grand Canal.