About this Event
Van Vogue Jam Workshop - Sunshine Coast
Van Vogue Jam is thrilled to bring a dynamic Ballroom experience to the Sunshine Coast on September 21, 2024. Join us for an inspiring afternoon of Ballroom History, Vogue Femme and Runway walking workshops, set against the beautiful backdrop of the unceded lands of the Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) Nation in Gibsons.
Event Details:
- Date: September 21, 2024
- Time: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Location: Unceded lands of the Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) Nation
- Studio: Ambassadress, 747 North Road, #5, Gibsons, British Columbia V0N 1V9
- For ages 16+ (if the dancer if younger then 16 but is serious about dance and learning about vogue, please email [email protected])
Workshop Schedule:
ALL WORKSHOPS will be facilitated by the Kiki Legend and Vancouver Pioneer/Trailblazer Overall Mother Posh Gvasalia Basquiat.
WORKSHOP 1
- 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM: Ballroom History
Posh will go over general Ballroom History, while also breaking down the Canadian Ballroom History.
- 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM: Vogue Femme Workshop
Vogue Femme is a style of Vogue that comes from the Femme Queen’s (Trans-Women) of the Ballroom scene. Posh will go over basic elements of Vogue Femme - Hands, Floor, Spins Dips, Cat Walk, Duck Walk. Please bring comfortable shoes and knee pads. This class is geared to first timers, no dance experience required.
- 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM BREAK
WORKSHOP 2
- 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM: European Runway
European Runway is defined as the more “Femme” style of runway walking, akin to the iconic runway divas of the later 90’s Versace shows. Bring heels, or sensible shoes to walk in + a jacket and or accessories to play around with. This is NOT A DANCING CATEGORY, JUST WALKING
- 4-5 PM: Open Practice
Open Practice is a time to have the floor on your own with Ballroom beats playing in the background. Ask questions, hang out, and get to working!
Cost:
- $25 for one workshop
- $40 for both workshops
We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to dance. If cost is a barrier, please email Adriana at [email protected] for bursary information. Additionally, we offer some free spots for QTBIPOC individuals—please reach out to register.
Don’t miss this chance to enhance your vogue skills and connect with fellow dancers in a supportive and inclusive environment. We look forward to seeing you on the floor!
Register now!
Accessibility: Ambassadress is a ground level studio that is wheelchair accessible. The bathroom is very small and cannot fit a mobility device. There is a washroom next door at the restaurant that can be used. This is an entry level class, move what your body allows.
About Van Vogue Jam:
VAN VOGUE JAM is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support, build, and nurture the Vogue/Ballroom scene within Vancouver, BC, Canada. By facilitating pay-what-you-can and open-to-all-levels Ballroom education and Vogue classes, VVJ seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of Ballroom with the accessibility and safety of the LGBTQIA2S+ BIPOC community at its core.
About the facilitator:
Ralph Escamillan, AKA Posh Gvaslia Basquiat - a queer Canadian-Fillipinx movement and performance artist based in Vancouver, BC. In the Kiki Scene he is known as the Vancouver Pironner/Trailbalzer and Legendary OA Mother of the Kiki House of Gvasalia, and in the Mainstream scene he is the Canadian Mother of the Haus of Basquiat.
Hosted by:
Adriana Lademann, AKA Davis Gay – Local drag king, member of the Sunshine Coast Pride Society Board of directors & member of Pine ‘N’ Sandy drag. They are excited to bring Ballroom culture to the Sunshine Coast.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Ambassadress Fashion House & Hair Studio, 747 North Road, Gibsons, Canada
CAD 27.96 to CAD 43.93
