Culture Ballroom It is a phenomenon that transcends borders and eras. It has become a safe space for the community LGBTIQ+ . Rooted in resilience and self-expression, in the Ballroom scene, participants compete in various dance and fashion categories.
In Peru , these celebrations have fused local elements, reaffirming the pride and identity of who they are. They got rid of fear and now shine like free stars. “It frees you from all prejudices and shame” says Timmy Twister (stage name).
Emmona Mulan, for her part, affirms that entering the Ballroom world allowed her to express her femininity “unlimited”. However, it all began in 1967 with Crystal LaBeija, a black trans woman and drag queen, who denounced racism in the drag beauty pageants of the time, marking the beginning of a movement that has fought against exclusion and discrimination. YOU CAN SEE: SOLD OUT! Group 5 SOLD OUT tickets for their two concerts in Ica and followers demand a new date The Ballroom scene in Peru The Ballroom culture arrived in Peru as a manifestation of cultural globalization and the growing recognition of the struggles and expressions of the LGBTIQ+ community.
Inspired by the movements in New York, the first events of the scene in Peru began to take shape in 2019. The ‘houses’ or houses, hierarchical structures that function as chosen families, began to be established, providing a space for those who They seek belonging and support. The House of Brava and the House of Apocalipstick were.
