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SUMMARY:Confidence is Key: Ballroom Workshops
DESCRIPTION:🌈 Pride season has arrived\, and the Capital is bursting with energy as we gear up for an unforgettable weekend—August 16th & 17th\, 2025! \n\n\n\nWe’re thrilled to host our second annual Confidence Is Key: Ballroom Workshops—a high-energy\, glam-packed experience designed to elevate your skills and confidence on and off the dancefloor! \n\n\n\nThis year\, we’re offering four workshops which will be facilitated by Ballroom legends. Sign up for one workshop\, or for all of them through the link below! \n\n\n\nBody & Face Workshop – Saturday\, August 16\, from 4:30-6:30PM \n\n\n\nAn interactive conversation on body positivity\, self care and self love through Ballroom\, facilitated by OA Canadian Mother Supreme Von Dutch. \n\n\n\nPerformance Workshop – Saturday\, August 16\, from 7:00-9:00PM \n\n\n\nA beginners friendly vogue dance session focusing on flexibility\, mobility and sass\, facilitated by Legendary Father Cassidy Pinklady / Nova Monroe. \n\n\n\nBizarre & Effects Production Workshop – Sunday\, August 17\, from 4:30-6:30PM \n\n\n\nA practical and engaging crafting session aimed at expressing one’s creativity with sustainable methods and tactics\, facilitated by Legendary Godmother Moohk Louboutin Miyake Mugler. \n\n\n\nBallroom Empowerment & Realness Workshop – Sunday\, August 17\, from 7:00-9:00PM \n\n\n\nAn open conversation on Ballroom as a community touching on communal support and sustainability\, led by Legendary Canadian Mother Tamar Carter Miyake-Mugler\, who will also share some skills on ‘Realness’ in society. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeet the Facilitators\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOA Canadian Mother Supreme Von Dutch \n\n\n\nOver-All Canadian Mother Supreme Von Dutch\, of the Captivating Haus of Von Dutch is a statement in the categories of Face & Body! She has contributed to the Toronto & West New York Kiki scene & Mainstream ballroom scene since 2021. \n\n\n\nHer love of Ballroom and it’s patrons\, is not just apparent on the floor as a competitor\, but as a cultivator of talent and craft\, hosting 2 “Swap Shop’s” for community effect up cycling and a “Body Shop” centring body confidence! Her vision is to continue to explore and uplift the beauty within Ballroom nationwide. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLegendary Father Cassidy Pinklady / Nova Monroe \n\n\n\nLegendary Father Cassidy Pinklady / Nova Monroe is a great influence in Toronto’s ballroom scene\, Cassidy entered ballroom in 2011 and has been in five Kiki houses and one mainstream. He joined the House of Pinklady in 2019\, rose to Father in 2023\, and earned his Legendary title in 2024. Known for dramatic performance\, stunts\, and his evolution from Schoolboy to Everyday Realness\, Cassidy is Realness with a Twist. A leader\, mover\, and mentor\, he emphasizes stretching\, breathing\, and staying humble while doing his part for the community. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLegendary Godmother Moohk Louboutin Miyake Mugler \n\n\n\nLegendary Godmother Moohk Louboutin Miyake Mugler\, Montreal’s Bizarre Queen\, has been active in the ballroom scene since 2017. A finalist in the CBX Ballroom Extravaganza competition and web series\, Moohk also promotes the Be!zarre Balls under the name Bizarre Kin. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLegendary Canadian Mother Tamar Carter Miyake-Mugler \n\n\n\nTamar Carter is a mother\, business owner\, educator\, and community organizer whose influence spans far beyond the Ballroom floor. A force in Canadian Ballroom for over 13 years\, Tamar is one of only two recognized mainstream Legends in the country\, internationally celebrated for her precision\, presence\, and enduring excellence in the Realness category. \n\n\n\nAs the Legendary Canadian Mother of the International Iconic House of Miyake-Mugler\, Tamar has raised the standard of excellence within Canadian Ballroom\, helping shape a new generation of top-tier talent. Her leadership is rooted in a sharp eye for detail\, old-school Ballroom fundamentals\, and a deep commitment to legacy. \n\n\n\nTamar is the revered Matriarch of the Carter family\, known for being a “stern set” who leads with integrity\, accountability\, and unwavering love. Her influence pushes her children to realize their full potential\, not only in Ballroom\, but in their everyday lives. \n\n\n\nTamar is also the co-founder of FUNCTION\, a groundbreaking Ballroom-first platform for culture\, stories\, and events. Since its official launch in 2022\, FUNCTION has produced some of the largest balls in Canadian history and distributed over $250\,000 to BIPOC and queer artists. Through every endeavor\, Tamar remains committed to building legacy\, centering community\, and ensuring that Black queer excellence is not only seen—but sustained. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nImportant Notes\n\n\n\n\nAll workshops are FREE \n\n\n\nThe venue is Wheelchair accessible.\n\n\n\nThis event is held primarily in English \n\n\n\nLight refreshments will be provided (Water / Snacks)\n\n\n\nPlease wear comfortable clothing to support movement\n\n\n\nFootage of the workshops will be taken at specific moments – please indicate if you are NOT comfortable being filmed to a volunteer. \n\n\n\nIf you have any questions or concerns\, please email Antonio via a.wilson@maxottawa.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/confidence-is-key-ballroom-workshops-2/2025-08-17/
LOCATION:Tom Brown Arena\, 141 Bayview Station Rd\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y 4T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,MAX Programs,Ottawa,Pride,Social,Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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SUMMARY:Confidence is Key: Ballroom Workshops
DESCRIPTION:🌈 Pride season has arrived\, and the Capital is bursting with energy as we gear up for an unforgettable weekend—August 16th & 17th\, 2025! \n\n\n\nWe’re thrilled to host our second annual Confidence Is Key: Ballroom Workshops—a high-energy\, glam-packed experience designed to elevate your skills and confidence on and off the dancefloor! \n\n\n\nThis year\, we’re offering four workshops which will be facilitated by Ballroom legends. Sign up for one workshop\, or for all of them through the link below! \n\n\n\nBody & Face Workshop – Saturday\, August 16\, from 4:30-6:30PM \n\n\n\nAn interactive conversation on body positivity\, self care and self love through Ballroom\, facilitated by OA Canadian Mother Supreme Von Dutch. \n\n\n\nPerformance Workshop – Saturday\, August 16\, from 7:00-9:00PM \n\n\n\nA beginners friendly vogue dance session focusing on flexibility\, mobility and sass\, facilitated by Legendary Father Cassidy Pinklady / Nova Monroe. \n\n\n\nBizarre & Effects Production Workshop – Sunday\, August 17\, from 4:30-6:30PM \n\n\n\nA practical and engaging crafting session aimed at expressing one’s creativity with sustainable methods and tactics\, facilitated by Legendary Godmother Moohk Louboutin Miyake Mugler. \n\n\n\nBallroom Empowerment & Realness Workshop – Sunday\, August 17\, from 7:00-9:00PM \n\n\n\nAn open conversation on Ballroom as a community touching on communal support and sustainability\, led by Legendary Canadian Mother Tamar Carter Miyake-Mugler\, who will also share some skills on ‘Realness’ in society. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeet the Facilitators\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOA Canadian Mother Supreme Von Dutch \n\n\n\nOver-All Canadian Mother Supreme Von Dutch\, of the Captivating Haus of Von Dutch is a statement in the categories of Face & Body! She has contributed to the Toronto & West New York Kiki scene & Mainstream ballroom scene since 2021. \n\n\n\nHer love of Ballroom and it’s patrons\, is not just apparent on the floor as a competitor\, but as a cultivator of talent and craft\, hosting 2 “Swap Shop’s” for community effect up cycling and a “Body Shop” centring body confidence! Her vision is to continue to explore and uplift the beauty within Ballroom nationwide. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLegendary Father Cassidy Pinklady / Nova Monroe \n\n\n\nLegendary Father Cassidy Pinklady / Nova Monroe is a great influence in Toronto’s ballroom scene\, Cassidy entered ballroom in 2011 and has been in five Kiki houses and one mainstream. He joined the House of Pinklady in 2019\, rose to Father in 2023\, and earned his Legendary title in 2024. Known for dramatic performance\, stunts\, and his evolution from Schoolboy to Everyday Realness\, Cassidy is Realness with a Twist. A leader\, mover\, and mentor\, he emphasizes stretching\, breathing\, and staying humble while doing his part for the community. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLegendary Godmother Moohk Louboutin Miyake Mugler \n\n\n\nLegendary Godmother Moohk Louboutin Miyake Mugler\, Montreal’s Bizarre Queen\, has been active in the ballroom scene since 2017. A finalist in the CBX Ballroom Extravaganza competition and web series\, Moohk also promotes the Be!zarre Balls under the name Bizarre Kin. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLegendary Canadian Mother Tamar Carter Miyake-Mugler \n\n\n\nTamar Carter is a mother\, business owner\, educator\, and community organizer whose influence spans far beyond the Ballroom floor. A force in Canadian Ballroom for over 13 years\, Tamar is one of only two recognized mainstream Legends in the country\, internationally celebrated for her precision\, presence\, and enduring excellence in the Realness category. \n\n\n\nAs the Legendary Canadian Mother of the International Iconic House of Miyake-Mugler\, Tamar has raised the standard of excellence within Canadian Ballroom\, helping shape a new generation of top-tier talent. Her leadership is rooted in a sharp eye for detail\, old-school Ballroom fundamentals\, and a deep commitment to legacy. \n\n\n\nTamar is the revered Matriarch of the Carter family\, known for being a “stern set” who leads with integrity\, accountability\, and unwavering love. Her influence pushes her children to realize their full potential\, not only in Ballroom\, but in their everyday lives. \n\n\n\nTamar is also the co-founder of FUNCTION\, a groundbreaking Ballroom-first platform for culture\, stories\, and events. Since its official launch in 2022\, FUNCTION has produced some of the largest balls in Canadian history and distributed over $250\,000 to BIPOC and queer artists. Through every endeavor\, Tamar remains committed to building legacy\, centering community\, and ensuring that Black queer excellence is not only seen—but sustained. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nImportant Notes\n\n\n\n\nAll workshops are FREE \n\n\n\nThe venue is Wheelchair accessible.\n\n\n\nThis event is held primarily in English \n\n\n\nLight refreshments will be provided (Water / Snacks)\n\n\n\nPlease wear comfortable clothing to support movement\n\n\n\nFootage of the workshops will be taken at specific moments – please indicate if you are NOT comfortable being filmed to a volunteer. \n\n\n\nIf you have any questions or concerns\, please email Antonio via a.wilson@maxottawa.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/confidence-is-key-ballroom-workshops-2/2025-08-16/
LOCATION:Tom Brown Arena\, 141 Bayview Station Rd\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y 4T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,MAX Programs,Ottawa,Pride,Social,Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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SUMMARY:The Activate Mini Kiki Ball
DESCRIPTION:Queer people around the world know all too well what it feels like to live in the shadows. We’re told we’re not enough\, and that the best we can expect is a world that’s ashamed of us. \n\n\n\nBut it only takes one moment to ACTIVATE your power and release it into the world. This is that moment… \n\n\n\nThink of this ball as a retelling of a story we all know too well. The journey of an oftentimes lonely queer kid discovering their power\, building true community around them\, and falling in love with themselves all over again. \n\n\n\nThis is a story of hope. A story of resilience. A story of creativity. And a chance to finally be ourselves\, surrounded by a community that celebrates us\, even in a world that’s tried to make us feel unworthy.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/the-activate-mini-kiki-ball/
LOCATION:Tom Brown Arena\, 141 Bayview Station Rd\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y 4T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Art,Nightlife,Ottawa,Parties,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Touch Grass Kiki":MAILTO:touchgrasskiki@gmail.com
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