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London's Ballroom: More Than Dance, It's Family
12 Jul
Summary
- Ballroom is an LGBTQ+ subculture focused on competition and community.
- Competitors showcase skills in categories like face, body, runway, and voguing.
- The scene offers a sense of belonging and found family for its members.
The Ballroom scene in London is a unique LGBTQ+ subculture where participants, known as 'houses,' gather for 'walking balls.' These events are not about traditional ballroom dancing but rather a competition format where individuals showcase their skills in various categories.
Categories often include face, body, runway, and the highly popular voguing. Competitors can participate individually or as part of a house, battling for trophies before a panel of judges. This competitive element is balanced by a strong emphasis on community.
As highlighted by co-host Pamela, the community is the core, with Ballroom being its expression. Dancer and co-host Karteer Mugler emphasizes that while it's a competition, the Ballroom circle provides a space to find one's true family.
