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VANCOUVER BALLROOM ARTS SOCIETY is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the Ballroom scene in Vancouver, BC, Canada.

By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels weekly Ballroom Education, VBA seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of competition with the accessibility and safety of the 2sLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC community at its core.

Class is in Pacific Time (UTC-7)

VANCOUVER BALLROOM ARTS SOCIETY is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the Ballroom scene in Vancouver, BC, Canada.

By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels weekly Ballroom Education, VBA seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of competition with the accessibility and safety of the 2sLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC community at its core.

Class is in Pacific Time (UTC-7)

VANCOUVER BALLROOM ARTS SOCIETY is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the Ballroom scene in Vancouver, BC, Canada.

By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels weekly Ballroom Education, VBA seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of competition with the accessibility and safety of the 2sLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC community at its core.

Class is in Pacific Time (UTC-7)

VANCOUVER BALLROOM ARTS SOCIETY is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the Ballroom scene in Vancouver, BC, Canada.

By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels weekly Ballroom Education, VBA seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of competition with the accessibility and safety of the 2sLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC community at its core.

THE INDUSTRIAL EDEN KIKI BALL

Presented by The Imperial Dynasty Haus of Hua Mulan

In Partnership with Freddie, the Imperial Dynasty Haus of Hua Mulan Canada West Coast Chapter welcomes you to the Industrial Eden Kiki Ball. This is the first time a House Ball in Vancouver is being thrown by a LEGENDARY INTERNATIONAL KIKI HOUSE and it will be HOT. 

Commentator: Tamelan Mulan

DJ: Legendary Blackcat Mulan

Date: Saturday, April 18th, 2026

Time: Doors open 5pm, LSS 5:30 pm

Location: Russian Hall, 600 Campbell Ave, Vancouver, BC V6A 3K1

Walker Code: WALKER

For Pay-What-You-Can ticket please dm @gailanyvr for the code

All discount codes including Pay-What-You-Can ticket will be closed April 14th

Workshops: https://mulanyvr.ticketspice.com/industrial-eden-workshop

We gratefully thank Freddie as the tittle sponsor, as well as H.I.M for sponsoring the ball and supportingour vibrant ballroom Community.

THE INDUSTRIAL EDEN KIKI BALL WORKSHOPS

Presented by The Imperial Dynasty of Hua Mulan

Date: Friday, April 17th, 2026

Location: Glow Studios, 1026 Davie St. Vancouver, BC V6E 1M3

Please reach out to @gailanyvr if you need discounted tickets.

7:30 pm: "Finding Your Light" Face Workshop, by the $10k Face Legend from the Captivating Haus of West, Overall Mother Purp Hua Mulan.

8:30 pm: "Following the LAW" All-American Runway Workshop, by the international up-and-coming Legend Canada Father Kai'jin Hua Mulan, Haus of Alpha Omega.

Alongside, European Runway Workshop by Thee Banjee Fashion Killer, Sleeze Hua Mulan.

9:30 pm: "Understand the Language" Performance Workshop, by the room-shaker from the Porcelain Haus of Miyake Mugler, Florida Mother Diziah Hua Mulan.

Thursday, April 16th Realness Workshop: 

Location: The Birdhouse, 44 W 4th Ave, Vancouver, BC V6Y 1G3

7:30pm: "Recognizing What's Real", by Thee Regining Champ Savoy Mulan and Thee Poster BoyStorm Mulan

We gratefully thank Glow Studios (Luminesques Dance) for sponsoring the workshops and supporting ourvibrant ballroom Community.

Class is in Pacific Time (UTC-7)

VANCOUVER BALLROOM ARTS SOCIETY is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the Ballroom scene in Vancouver, BC, Canada.

By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels weekly Ballroom Education, VBA seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of competition with the accessibility and safety of the 2sLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC community at its core.

Class is in Pacific Time (UTC-7)

VANCOUVER BALLROOM ARTS SOCIETY is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the Ballroom scene in Vancouver, BC, Canada.

By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels weekly Ballroom Education, VBA seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of competition with the accessibility and safety of the 2sLGBTQIA+ and BIPOC community at its core.

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VAN VOGUE JAM is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the vogue/ballroom scene within Vancouver, BC, Canada.

By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels and weekly Ballroom Education, VVJ seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of dance and competition with the accessibility and safety of the LGBTQIA2+ BIPIOC community at its core.

Join us on March 31st, for an extravagant night of ballroom history in celebration of Trans Day of Visibility! To start the night off, we have Frank Simon’s 1968 trailblazing documentary, The Queen, followed by a very special exhibition ballpresented by Van Vogue Jam. We’ll be ending the night with Jennie Livingston’s, Paris is Burning, making it the essential ballroom double bill.

Tuesday, March 31
The Queen Doors 6:30 pm | Event 7:00 pm *Start time subject to change. Please arrive on time.

Approx. 8:30 pm – Exhibition ball presented by Van Vogue Jam

Paris Is BurningDoors 8:30 pm | Event 9:00 pm *Start time is approximate.

Go balls to the wall and experience them all with one sweet ticket HERE!

Single film tickets for The Queen + Exhibition Ball, HERE

Single film tickets for Exhibition Ball + Paris Is Burning, HERE

USE CODE DBBALL50 for 50% OFF

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VAN VOGUE JAM is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the vogue/ballroom scene within Vancouver, BC, Canada.

By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels and weekly Ballroom Education, VVJ seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of dance and competition with the accessibility and safety of the LGBTQIA2+ BIPIOC community at its core.

Class is in Pacific Standard Time

VAN VOGUE JAM is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the vogue/ballroom scene within Vancouver, BC, Canada.

By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels and weekly Ballroom Education, VVJ seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of dance and competition with the accessibility and safety of the LGBTQIA2+ BIPIOC community at its core.

Class is in Pacific Standard Time

VAN VOGUE JAM is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the vogue/ballroom scene within Vancouver, BC, Canada.

By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels and weekly Ballroom Education, VVJ seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of dance and competition with the accessibility and safety of the LGBTQIA2+ BIPIOC community at its core.

Class is in Pacific Standard Time

VAN VOGUE JAM is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the vogue/ballroom scene within Vancouver, BC, Canada.

By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels and weekly Ballroom Education, VVJ seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of dance and competition with the accessibility and safety of the LGBTQIA2+ BIPIOC community at its core.

The Afterschool Special Kiki Ball

Presented by Princess Kachonda and Lineysha Jeremy Scott in partnership with Skylight Warehouse and Patients Andromeda

OTY approved

📅 March 7th, 2026 | 📍The Skylight (1800 Main St.)

⏰ Doors at 6:00 pm >> LSS at 6:30 pm >> End by 10:30 pm

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🎧 DJ: Princess Kachonda Jeremy Scott

🎤 Commentators: Prince Tender Jeremy Scott & Princess Pegasus Pinklady

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🎒 Walkers: $10

📺 Spectators: $20

🪑 Tables: $125

🎖️ Legends and Icons: $5

🏳️‍⚧️ Femme Queens and Trans men: Free

Legends, Icons, FQ and TM please dm us on instagram @afterschoolspecialball or email us at afterschoolball01@gmail.com for the discount code for your tickets.

📲 If you are unable to pay for tickets but would like to attend the ball, please email afterschoolball01@gmail.com . No one is refused entry for lack of funds, but please contact us by noon of March 6th, 2025.

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💸 We are welcoming donations from sponsors to support the ball. Reach out via email to afterschoolball01@gmail.com or dm us on instagram @afterschoolspecialball.

❔For any questions feel free to dm us on instagram @afterschoolspecialball or email us at afterschoolball01@gmail.com

Categories

Virgin Runway with a prop– Trophy

Everything is not what it seems. Wizards in training, grab your wands and cast a spell on the judges with your walk. Bring it in an Alex Russo inspired effect with a wand (prop).

Virgin Performance – Trophy

Sh-sh-sh-shake it up! Dance your way to stardom and show why you deserve to be on stage with all the stars. Bring it in effects inspired by Rocky Blue or Cece Jones.

OTA Face (BQ, TM, Women's, Drags, FQ, GNC) – Trophy + $500 gift card from MAC Cosmetics + free makeover with a MAC artist

We’re rotten to the core, be our guest while the night is young and carry your parents’ legacy on the runway. Bring it as the child as one of Disney’s most popular princes, princesses, or evil villains. Bring portraits of your parents to show the judges.

Sneaker vs sneaker – Trophy + $$

Grab your kicks and your fashion kits! Show us what your favorite subject in school is. Are you an art prodigy? A math genius? A science fanatic? Create and theme a shoe around a subject of school and show us who is the top of their CLASS!

Hands Performance – Trophy + $$

You break it, we fix it! If you’re good at working with your hands, we need your help! Tell a story of how you fixed/built something in a handy man inspired effect.

Male Figure Realness (School Boy, Pretty Boy, Executive, TM, Butch) – Trophy + $$

Recess!!!!!! School is tough, especially when you’re the new kid on the block. Show us who’s the king of 3rd street school and bring it in an effect inspired by a character from the show Recess with a printed reference.

Fashion Killah (MF, FF, GNC) – Trophy + $$

The party’s just begun, cherish the moment and capture the judges’ attention in an animal print effect. Prove that you deserve to be the next cheetah girl.

Pop, Dip and Spin – Trophy + $$

Ten-hut, stand to attention! This is what you’ve been training for, show us your discipline and precision in the old way. Bring it in a military Cadet Kelly inspired effect.

*Update 01/15

OTA BODY (MF, FF, GNC) - Trophy + $$

Furry multi-bears?! Demons?!? Manotaurs?Mischievous gnomes? Gravity Falls is a town rife with supernatural and other wordly beings with looks to match. Open up your journals! And bring it in an effect inspired by any creature/monster from the show Gravity Falls. Must bring a printed reference.

Female Figure Realness (FQ, Drags) – Trophy + $250 gift card from Tuckituppp

Recess!!!!!! School is tough, especially when you’re the new kid on the block. Show us who’s the queen of 3rd street school and bring it in an effect inspired by a character from the show Recess with a printed reference.

Lip Sync – Trophy + $$

Right here, right now. We’re breaking free from the status quo and show who’s the top Wildcat of Lip Sync. Bring it in a Wildcats inspired effect.

Songs for 10s and battles:

• What time is it

• Breaking free

• Fabulous

• I don’t dance

• Bet on it

Commentator vs commentator – Trophy + $$

This is real, this is me, I'm exactly where I'm supposed to be. Bring it with a chant using the phrase “Camp Rock!” and prove why you’re the next rising commentator of the camp.

OTA Runway (FF All-American, MF All-American, BQ, Drags, FQ, Women's, GNC) – Trophy + $$

It's the best of both worlds! Whether you're an all american girl from Tennessee or a buzzing european runway sensation. Take the climb and show who’s the shining star of the runway in a look inspired by Hannah Montana in her iconic blonde wig.

Bizarre – Trophy + $$

Gitchee gitchee goo, bizarre it's up to you! Show why Phineas and Ferb are the greatest inventors in the tri-state area and bring it as a creature inspired by one of their inventions. Must bring a printed reference.

Best Dressed (MF, FF, GNC) – Trophy + $$

Your fashion talent has been scouted, and you’ve been sent to the big apple. Embody fame and fortune and show the judges who looks the best in a head to toe pink effect.

OTA Performance (BQVF, RWT, FQ, Drags, Women's, TM, GNC) – Trophy + $$

What’s the sitch? The enemy of my enemy is my friend, when the odds are against you sometimes you have to work with even your greatest enemies. Save the world, and take down the competition as secret spy Kim Possible, or criminal mercenary Shego.

OTA Sex Appeal (FF, MF, GNC) – Trophy + $100 gift card 1st place and $50 gift card 2nd place from Model Express

You’ve got me falling for ya! Surf’s up, but keep the summer vibes on. Show us who’s cruising for a bruisin in a motor-biker effect for male figures, and a floral effect for female figures.

Class is in Pacific Standard Time

VAN VOGUE JAM is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the vogue/ballroom scene within Vancouver, BC, Canada.

By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels and weekly Ballroom Education, VVJ seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of dance and competition with the accessibility and safety of the LGBTQIA2+ BIPIOC community at its core.

Class is in Pacific Standard Time

VAN VOGUE JAM is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the vogue/ballroom scene within Vancouver, BC, Canada.

By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels and weekly Ballroom Education, VVJ seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of dance and competition with the accessibility and safety of the LGBTQIA2+ BIPIOC community at its core.

Class is in Pacific Standard Time

VAN VOGUE JAM is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the vogue/ballroom scene within Vancouver, BC, Canada.

By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels and weekly Ballroom Education, VVJ seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of dance and competition with the accessibility and safety of the LGBTQIA2+ BIPIOC community at its core.

Class is in Pacific Standard Time

VAN VOGUE JAM is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the vogue/ballroom scene within Vancouver, BC, Canada.

By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels and weekly Ballroom Education, VVJ seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of dance and competition with the accessibility and safety of the LGBTQIA2+ BIPIOC community at its core.

THE MOTHA KIKI BALL

Presented by BlackOut Collective, PuSh Festival and Van Vogue Jam

VKBA OTY Approved

Inspired by the goddesses, warriors, and matriarchs who shaped our cultures, this ball honours strength, poise, sensuality, and the fierce tenderness that lives at the core of every Motha. 

From Mother Nature to the lineage of warriors, showgirls, legends and icons who taught us glamour and power, every category calls on our shared histories of royalty, resistance, and rhythm. 

Presented by BlackOut Collective and PuSh Festival in partnership with Van Vogue Jam, this Inaugural Black History Month ball invites you into a space where the runway is sacred, your body is your kingdom, and every performance honours the mothers who taught us how to shine.

ALL AGES FUNCTION

DOORS 4pm > LSS 5pm > END 10pm 

DJ - Legendary OA Godmother Juju Louboutin 

COMMENTATOR - Tamelan Mulan & Notorious Telfar

TICKETING 

$15 - Early Bird 

$20 - General Admission 

$30 - Door Tickets 

Black Folks use code BlackOut for $5 off

Please email info@vanvoguejam.com for any low-barrier ticket needs.

Categories 

(updated Feb 2)

Virgin Runway 

Prove to us that you are Motha’s little prince/princess/heir or monarch in a royal purple look that says you are next in line for the throne

Virgin Performance 

Prove to us that you are Motha’s little prince/princess/heir or monarch in a royal purple look that says you are next in line for the throne

OTA Face $300 (BQ, Butch, Trans Man, Women's, Drags, FQ, GNC)

You got it from your momma! A mother’s beauty radiates from the inside out and no one is more beautiful to a child than their mother. Tonight, we honor the beauty they’ve passed down and blessed us with a look that says “my mother is the most beautiful in all the land”. Show us that beauty runs in the family. Bring an elevated look inspired by your mother — biological or chosen. Printed reference required.

OTA Realness $250 (School Boy, Pretty Boy, Executive Realness, Trans Man, Butch, FQ, Drags, Everyday) *Added Jan 21* sponsored by Khoi 007

Motha: A one stop shop for everything. Doctor, teacher, chef, chauffeur, caretaker, and countless other roles carried out in and out of the home, often without pay or recognition. Bring it in an occupational look/ uniform that honors the work, sacrifice, and strength of motherhood in its many forms. 

Commentator vs Commentator $100 

Even the hardest and toughest MCs in the game have gotten vulnerable and blessed us with tracks that pay homage to their mothers and sacrifices they have made. Give us a chant that gives your mother her flowers for your 10’s. For battles, pick a word from a bag.

Old Way vs New Way  $300

Is the Old Way the only way? Or does New Way have something to say? We want to see the two styles battle it out for the grand prize.

• Old Way - The Agojie were fierce female warriors in the Dahomey Kingdom. These warriors wore red in battle to embody their strength and power. Channel that power and bring it in a red effect.

• New Way - Queen Calafia was a warrior queen known for her power and influence. Pay homage by bringing it in a yellow effect.

OTA Best Dressed $500  (MF, FF, GNC)

Miss Ross, the Boss is an unquestionable fashion maven, inspiring generations of women and setting trends. As the star AND costume designer of the 1975 film, Mahogany, Diana solidified her status as one of the mothers of fashion, wearing one dazzling look after another. Take inspiration from any look from Mahogany and bring it in a look that lives up to the legacy of this film. Printed reference required

OTA Body $200 (BQ, Butch, Trans Man, Women's, Drags, Femme Queen) 

Zelda Wynn Valdes was a Black fashion pioneer behind many iconic looks spanning decades, dressing icons like Dorothy Dandrige, Josephine Baker and Marlene Dietrich.  In the 1960s, she gave us the now-iconic Playboy bunny costume. In fact, she would go on to host a series of desegregated fashion shows at the Playboy club known as “Zelda at the Play Boy”. Give her her flowers and come in a Playboy bunny effect that shows why you deserve the centre fold.

Hair Affair $200  

Your hair is your crown and we are but your humble subjects, dying for a look at the crown jewels. For this category, bring hair adorned with jewels, beads, gems, etc. Turn heads and make us gag with the grandeur of your hair and look. This category is reserved for Black folk only.

Bizarre $400 

Hell hath no fury like a Motha Scorned! The world has run amuck and corporate greed and capitalism is ruining the planet! Mother Nature has had it and is clapping back! Show us her wrath and bring it as a natural disaster

Shake that Ass $100

When you talk about the Mother of ass shaking, you have to take it back to the one and only Josephine Baker. Bring it in a look inspired by the OG showgirl Josephine Baker Bring it in a fringe effect and shake what your Motha gave you.

Streetstyle $200 

It’s the first day of school, and your mother got you the freshest clothes. Bring it in a street style look that will get you labelled the flyest kid in school.

Tag Team Realness $400 *Updated Jan 21*

Mothers are the queens of the home, building empires out of nothing, making the whole family feel like royalty. Bring this to life in a tag team pairing that screams royalty. Show us that you carry that royal blood line. 

OTA Sex Appeal  $100 (BQ, Butch, Trans Man, Women's, Drags, Femme Queen) 

The early 2000s had some hot songs and even hotter music videos by Beyonce, Rihanna, Mariah Carey, Missy Elliot etc. Bring it in a look straight out of any of their music videos at the time and show us why you're the top of the charts! "

Hands Performance $200 *Update Dec 10*

Mothers can be STERN and can say a lot without uttering a word! A raised finger is enough to let you know you need to act right, a hand on the hip is enough to let you know you’re out of line, and if you act out, they will give you the backhand. For this category, tell us a story and bring it in your mother's pearls (must have pearls).

OTA Runway $500  (FF AA, MF AA, BQ European, Drags, FQ, GNC European, Women’s)

With over three decades (and counting), in the game, her walk is the blueprint for anyone who dares to walk this category. There is no one like Naomi Campbell, the unquestionable Motha of runway. Give her her flowers and bring it in a look inspired by an iconic moment or look from this icon. This is your moment to make a MOMENT so bring it like you mean it in a showstopping effect for this grand prize. Printed reference required.

OTA Performance $500  (BQVF, RWT, FQ, Drags, Women’s, Butches, Trans Man, GNC)

Bring it like a FQ Pioneer/Icon/Legend of the category of Vogue Femme. You must incorporate a signature move/stunt of the chosen Pioneer/Icon/Legend for your 10’s or recreate one of their iconic moments. Your effect should be a clear homage to your chosen Mother of Vogue. Printed reference required.

OTA Sex Siren $300 (BQ, Butch, Trans Man, Women's, Drags, Femme Queen) 

We are taking it back to the motherland, the land of gold and riches. Bring it in a sexy gold look that shows us why you deserve the whole pot.

COMPETITORS

1. Please come prepared knowing what to expect. If you are walking in a category for the first time.

2. Please do your research and understand that there can only be one winner per category.

3. Look up videos on YouTube, come to a VVJ session, look at the resources on www.vanvoguejam.com, reach out to us by e-mail or on Instagram. Please use the resources around you to be prepared. We also encourage you to ask us for feedback before you compete so that you feel strong going into the ball.

4. We want everyone to have fun, to feel they were able to serve their best, and we want everyone to have a fair chance at competing but you WILL be chopped during your 10s and unable to compete if you are unprepared.

LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Van Vogue Jam Arts Society would like to recognize we are coming together on the unceded territories of xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-waututh) Nations. We support the rights of Indigenous Peoples as stewards, protectors, and title holders of their lands and waters. We call on all people to change the policies, laws, and institutions in our country so all Indigenous Peoples can have full enjoyment of the rights of Indigenous Peoples.

CULTURAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

We also make a cultural acknowledgment to the Black, Lantix, Trans and Queer folks who have founded Ballroom Culture - which we have a privilege of being guests to today. As an organization that is founded by non Black and Latinx people we acknowledge our ongoing need to question and reflect on how we navigate practicing Ballroom Culture locally, and continue our need to learn from the greater Ballroom community at large.

Creative safe space has always been at the heart of ballroom culture and we hope that this event can be a safe space for everyone to enjoy.

Oppressive attitudes and behaviours including but not limited to racism, transphobia, misogyny, fatphobia, ableism, and general bigotry are NOT welcome here. Consent is sexy - AND MANDATORY.

BlackOut FAQ's

WHAT IS A BALL?

A BALL is an event that provides opportunities for a breadth of artists from the BALLROOM community to be seen, celebrated and supported, in the competitive BALL format. Individuals are given their “10’s” in order to move on to the battle rounds where competitors are paired into battles until there is a winner at the end of each category. The judges panel is specifically selected from the BALLROOM community. Balls are always accompanied by a COMMENTATOR and DJ for the event to flow.

WHAT IS BALLROOM?

Ballroom is a queer subculture and community founded in Harlem, NYC, by Black, Latinx, Queer and Trans folks - pioneered in the late 60’s by Crystal LaBeija.

CAN I WALK A CATEGORY?

We ask all COMPETITORS to do their research/training before walking a category. The RUNWAY is a sacred and important space in BALLROOM. To walk a category without taking time to understand the history, intent, purpose, and category specific nuances is considered disrespectful.

WHERE CAN I LEARN MORE ABOUT BLACKOUT ?

You can learn more about us on insta @blackout.van

WHERE CAN I DONATE MONEY?

You can also donate money to the BlackOut via the VVJ website www.vanvoguejam.com/donate. Leave a note your donation is for the BlackOut

CAN WE TIP THE PEOPLE WALKING?

This is NOT a drag show, the best way to show your appreciation for the artists is to cheer them on and give them your presence and energy - if you really want to, you can talk to the artists after their category and personally to tip them. Any tips to Van Vogue Jam can be made through our website www.vanvoguejam.com/donate

THE MOTHA KIKI BALL WORKSHOPS

Presented by BlackOut Collective and Van Vogue Jam

The MOTHA KIKI BALL WORKSHOP SERIES is an opportunity to meet and learn from Ballroom talent brought to the city. We offer these workshops to members of the Ballroom community to support our local scene. 

FRIDAY, February 6th

at THE DANCE CENTRE, 677 Davie Street 

$5 per class

PWYC options available via email info@vanvoguejam.com

12:30 - 2 PM Keeping Your Runway: A How to Guide w/ Notorious Telfar

How to have a successful function and keep the energy moving.

2 - 3:30 PM Sex Appeal/Siren with Legendary Canadian Godmother Juju Louboutin

This workshop focuses on the physical language of selling sex appeal and seduction. We will break down specific techniques used sex siren and sex appeal performance to create an alluring and confident presence. Learn to master:

• Intentional Walk & Stride: Transforming your basic walk into a mesmerizing, confident entrance.

• Body Isolations: Fluid, controlled movements that draw the eye.

• Floor Work & Transitions: Simple, sensual ways to move between levels and use your environment.

• Eye Contact & Facial Expressions: The non-verbal cues that build instant chemistry and magnetism.

• Breathing: using your breath to convey desire and pace. 

• Battles: learn how to stand out during a battle and create your own spotlight

Dress code: Comfortable clothing or something that makes you feel sexy, knee pads (for floor work if needed), heels for all FF. 

Demographics: All level walkers welcomed. Women’s, BQ, FQ, Transmen, GNC

Key Takeaways: Practical movement techniques, foundational sensual connection, and breath control.

BIO - Legendary Canadian Godmother Juju Louboutin is a radiant force in the ballroom community and a proud ambassador of culture, confidence, and community empowerment. Juju began her ballroom journey in 2019 walking Face as a Pinklady, quickly earning recognition for her poise, beauty, and signature presence. In 2022, she evolved into a new era, stepping into Sex Siren as a 007, where her seduction, athleticism, and star power ignited her rise as a standout talent. In 2024, she joined The Legendary Luxurious House of Louboutin, where she proudly serves as a leader, mentor, and cultural torchbearer. Today, Juju channels her passion into workshops, community engagement, and DJing, using her platform to uplift emerging talent, celebrate queer artistry, and build safe, joyful spaces for self-expression. 

3:30-5 PM Runway with Iconic Founding Mother Twiggy Pucci

BIO - A director, producer, organizer, and healer, Twiggy Pucci Garçon has collaborated with artists, filmmakers, academics, and policymakers to increase visibility of both creative and sociopolitical agendas. Twiggy has also worked as a runway trainer and choreographer, performance artist, and special events producer, collaborating with Gucci, Coach, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, GLAAD, PS1 MOMA, Reebok, and more. She is the International Mother for the Legendary House of Comme des Garçon, the Chief Ambassador for the Center for Black Equity, and Co-Founder of All Tea, No Shade Productions alongside NYT bestselling author George M. Johnson. Together, they are nominated for a Daytime Emmy for their “All Boys Aren’t Blue” daytime special. Twiggy was a participant in the feature-documentary “The Out List”(HBO, 2013), and is the co-writer and one of seven participants in the award-winning documentary “Kiki” (Sundance, 2016). Twiggy serves on the Board of Directors for Doc Society and worked as a consultant and choreographer on Ryan Murphy’s Emmy award-winning series, “Pose” and as a consultant on CBS hit series, the Equalizer. Her short documentary film “MmM” had its world premiere at the 2023 Copenhagen International Film Festival, CPH: DOX, screened at Frameline47, and won best short at the 2023 Provincetown International Film Festival and the Shine Award at the 2023 Blackstar Film Festival. She is a 2024 Concordia Fellow and currently in production on her documentary feature film, CROWNED

5 PM - 6:30 PM Vogue Femme w/ NYC Mother Omi Unbothered Cartier

Ever wanted to know what it’s like to be in the Mecca and work with the Mother of the year? Well, now is your chance! Come expand your movement vocabulary and deepen your voguing essence with Omi Unbothered Cartier as she takes us through a process based training to not only make you undebatable but affirm YOUR undeniable!

BIO - Undoubtedly one of New York City’s finest, N’yomi Allure Stewart aka “Omi Unbothered Balenciaga,” is a rising star on and off the floor. Stamping herself as a ballroom talent to watch, Omi started her journey in the House of Juicy Couture where she was Princess before starting her own ballroom bloodline as Mother Unbothered Cartier (2024 Mother of the Year). Transcending a legacy, Omi as the returning Mother of Unbothered Cartier has spearheaded chapters internationally and regionally in the states, undeniably marking her imprint in the Kiki scene. 

Off the floor, N’yomi is a recognized Actress (NYT, Vogue), Playwright, and Director. She’s currently working on the Broadway production of “CATS: The Jellicle Ball” and was recently named an “extraordinary actress” (New York Times) for her work in “Prince F*ggot” at Studio Seaview. 

6 - 9 PM Black Folks Happy Hour  @ 1033 Davie St

Dinner and non alcoholic drinks will be provided. Free, but registration is encouraged.

Class is in Pacific Standard Time

VAN VOGUE JAM is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the vogue/ballroom scene within Vancouver, BC, Canada.

By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels and weekly Ballroom Education, VVJ seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of dance and competition with the accessibility and safety of the LGBTQIA2+ BIPIOC community at its core.

Class is in Pacific Standard Time

VAN VOGUE JAM is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the vogue/ballroom scene within Vancouver, BC, Canada.

By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels and weekly Ballroom Education, VVJ seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of dance and competition with the accessibility and safety of the LGBTQIA2+ BIPIOC community at its core.

It's Giving...Rent Is Due But I'm Still That Bitch Mini Kiki Ball

Pabllo and Saint present It's Giving...Rent Is Due But I'm Still That Bitch Mini Kiki Ball at Story Vancouver. 

Peak New York in January energy. Fierce broke glam. Hustler chic. Delusion couture. Come ready to deliver.

This is a non-house affiliated ball. $5 to walk each category (bring cash!!) - make the pot hot and WINNER TAKES ALL. 

Venue address: 1240 Thurlow St. Vancouver BC

January 24th, Saturday
Door 6:30PM, LSS 7:00PM

Walker ticket: $15

Spetator ticket: $20

Door ticket $25

 (All tickets include a free drink, more drink options this time!)
For Pay-What-You-Can code please reach out to @igorgomespablo or @st.mulan on instagram

We gratefully thank H.I.M for sponsoring the ball and supporting our vibrant ballroom Community.

Graphic made by Pabllo

Commentator: Peggasus

DJ: Kachonda

Categories:

• OTA Face,   $$ & one trophy

• Bring it in… any fur item you definitely did not pay for. Vintage, stolen, borrowed, or found under a truck. Tonight,your face is the only real currency.
  

• Kiki Lables,   $$ & one trophy

• Bring it in… a white button‑up shirt. Simple. Classic. The true uniform of a girl who’s broke but unstoppable.Maybe it’s crisp, maybe it’s creased, maybe it came straight off someone else’s hanger. Delusion couture at itsfinest.

• OTA Realness, $$ & one trophy

• MF & FF: Bring it in… a black hoodie; the one you wear every day because it’s warm, it’s comfy, and you’re notpaying $6 for heat this month.

• Fag Out vs Dyke Out, $$ & one trophy

• Dykes: Bring it in… black sunglasses; the universal symbol of a hustler. Let the shades do the talking as you walklike you’re dodging cameras and bills.

• Fags: Bring it in… black gloves. Giving someone who might fumble the bag, but never fumbles the fashion. Toofabulous to leave fingerprints. Never caught slipping.

• OTA Runway, $$ & one trophy 

• Bring it in… a silver chain that says you might be broke, but your fantasy is platinum. Stainless steel? Maybe.Delusion? Definitely. 

• OTA Performance with a prop, $$ & one trophy

• Bring it in… a prop that tells the story of your crime. Handcuffs. A stack of fake cash. A police badge youborrowed. Tonight, you’ve been caught red‑handed after breaking into the bank; and you’re still cat‑walkingdown the penitentiary. 

• OTA Sex Siren, $$ & one trophy

• Bring it in black… lingerie. They tried to rob you blind; took your clothes, your dignity, your whole outfit. Butbaby…they stole the wrong thing. The real treasure was the million‑dollar lingerie underneath.

*Venue is not wheelchair accessible

Class is in Pacific Standard Time

VAN VOGUE JAM is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the vogue/ballroom scene within Vancouver, BC, Canada.

By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels and weekly Ballroom Education, VVJ seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of dance and competition with the accessibility and safety of the LGBTQIA2+ BIPIOC community at its core.

Class is in Pacific Standard Time

VAN VOGUE JAM is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the vogue/ballroom scene within Vancouver, BC, Canada.

By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels and weekly Ballroom Education, VVJ seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of dance and competition with the accessibility and safety of the LGBTQIA2+ BIPIOC community at its core.

Class is in Pacific Standard Time

VAN VOGUE JAM is a Vancouver based non-profit organization helping to support and build the vogue/ballroom scene within Vancouver, BC, Canada.

By facilitating pay what you can and open-to-all-levels and weekly Ballroom Education, VVJ seeks to help contribute towards building a culture of dance and competition with the accessibility and safety of the LGBTQIA2+ BIPIOC community at its core.

VKBA Holiday Potluck  

Close 2025 with potluck, testing and open decks at the VKBA's Holiday Potluck. Bring your favorite dish, beats, and let's have a kiki! In partnership with Health Initiative For Men, Vancouver Coastal Health, Van Vogue Jam, and The Dance Centre

1:00 - 8:00 pm on December 21st, 2025

🩺 1-6pm: Testing with HIM and VCH

😋 1pm: Space open and set up of food starts

🎧 2pm: Open decks start

🍴 5pm: Eating time

🧹 7pm: Clean up

🏃 8pm: Space close

SNACKS AND NON-ALCHOHOLIC DRINKS AS WELL AS REUSABLE PLATES AND CUTLERY WILL BE PROVIDED BY THE VKBA

🍷 BYOB

🍴 POTLUCK RULES:

Please choose a ticket that corresponds to the food that you are bringing and fill out the questions during checkout. All food options will be posted and updated leading up to the potluck. We want to ensure we have a balance of food options so we may reach out if we notice doubles.

🎧 DJ OPEN DECKS:

Bring your USB set up for Rekordbox and your best beats, the equipment will be provided. Set times available: 2-3pm, 3-4pm, 4-5pm, 5-6pm, 6-7pm. Please email communications@vkba.ca to confirm what DJ slot you want by DEC 19th NOON.