I've been thinking about dances with distinctive figures recently. Here's one that people have enjoyed; I think it may be the minimal improper dance with contra corners, as it avoids the half figure eight which, while fun, causes confusion for beginners. ------ Cassoulet Duple minor improper contra dance Roger Hayes, August 2016 A1 Circle left ½, Ladies roll away L to R with neighbor Circle left ½, Gents roll away L to R with neighbor A2 Demi pousette, Long lines forward and back B1 Contra corners B2 Actives balance and swing Demi pousette: 1’s do a ½ draw pousette starting above improper, ending below proper, while 2’s do a normal ½ pousette to move up. So the 1 gent pulls partner out of the set and back in, moving in an arc with the gent always in the forefront, while the 2 gent pulls partner out of the set then 2 lady pulls partner back in, describing a V shape. This dance benefits from spacious circles.