Voguing developed in the 1980s in Harlem’s LGBTIQ* community. LGBTIQ* is the abbreviation for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersexual and Queer. Mostly male homosexual and transsexual Afro- and Latin Americans danced in specially organized balls and staged theirselves to their own liking in a protected space as an act of liberation and a sign against any form of discrimination in society. Vogue Fem focussed on stereotypical feminine movements. In Miro’s class participants will learn the so called “Five elements”, Catwalk, hands performance, floor performance, duck walk and spine and dip, as well as artistic expression. Subcultural trends like ballroom, freestyle and battle techniques are incorporated into Miro’s choreographies. “Have fun and leave all inhibitions at the door! You will leave the class a lot more confidently.” Or in other words: “Feel free and do YOU!”
