We are so excited to be hosting the workshop “Practicing Celebration: A Vogue + Ballroom Workshop” led and facilitated by Anton May aka Broadway Mulan coming to us by way of the Montreal Ballroom Scene! See our pinned comments for more about Father Broadway Mulan 💐.

What to expect:
Intro to Vogue: Old Way + Vogue Femme
Step into the vibrant world of ballroom culture with this introductory workshop designed to celebrate self-expression, confidence, and community. Participants will explore the foundations of two iconic voguing styles: Old Way, rooted in precision and strength, and Vogue Femme, a fluid, powerful form that embraces grace and individuality. This class offers a safe, affirming space for all to learn the history, technique, and cultural significance behind these art forms while moving, posing, and connecting with their authentic selves.

Agenda:
There will be 2 sessions with 2 different styles.
Old Way - 3:00pm-4:30pm
15 minute break
Vogue Femme - 4:45-6:15pm

Details:
Date: Feb 14
Time: 3-6:15pm
Location: DANSpace 1800 Argyle
Cost: FREE
Registration: Yes! In bio! 💌

This workshop is for anyone ages 16+ with prioritization of space for 2SLGBTQIA+ community who are Black, Indigenous,and/or Racialized, and/or Trans Women. We hold space in this way to honour the legacy of ballroom, the originators of this culture and what we understand as queer and trans mainstream culture today.

This is a masked program. Masks will be provided. The instructor will be unmasked for better access and ease of facilitating. DANSpace is wheelchair accessible, ASL interpretation available by request. ⭐️

Please email kay@youthproject.ns.ca if you have any additional questions. Thank you to our community partners who made this possible @danspaceproject @moceandance @dance_nova_scotia @rainbowrefugeens @liveartdance and of course our facilitator Father Broadway Mulan from @hausofhuamulan (more in pinned comments).