Hands Performance & Arms Control (April 2026)

About this event

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Master the art of storytelling with your hands and arms!

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In this special collaboration class, Legendary Founding Mother Noa Angels and founder of Utrecht Ballroom Scene Andrea 007 will guide you into the categories Hands Performance and Arms Control. Learn how to tell your story through these categories, from circles and illusions to lines and boxes. After the classes, stay for a free open practice.

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Andrea is the founder of the Utrecht Ballroom Scene and has been in ballroom since 2019, winning dozens of trophies across Europe in the categories Arms Control, New Way, Sex Siren, and more. Their main category now is Arms Control. As the Director of BALLROOM WORKS, they focus on uplifting queer and trans people of color through weekly ballroom classes, workshops, community programs, and balls.

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Legendary OA Mother Noa Angels began her ballroom journey in 2014. She became widely known for her Drag Performance and is equally respected for her strong Hands Performance. Noa is a recognised performer across Europe and founder of the first Legendary European Kiki House - one of the largest and longest-standing on the continent.

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practical information

Accessibility

The venue is wheelchair accessible with accessible restrooms. We can provide additional accommodations upon request.

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Languages

Sessions are conducted primarily in English, with Dutch translation available when needed.

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Environment

Our classes are a substance-free space focused on creating a supportive atmosphere for all participants.

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meet your facilitator

Andrea

Founder & Director

Andrea started the Utrecht Ballroom Scene in 2020 and is the Director of BALLROOM WORKS. She entered ballroom in 2019, and has walked and won across Europe.

Event Schedule

19:00 - 20:00 Hands Performance

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20:00 - 21:00 Arms Control

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21:00-22:00 Open Practice

How to prepare

Prerequisites

No prior experience required. This event is open to all skill levels.

What to Bring

Comfortable clothing suitable for movement

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONs

Can anyone join the class? How beginners friendly is it?

Anyone is welcome to join the class. You do not need to have any dance experience or background. At the classes, we welcome people from all walks of life, but please be aware that this is a safer space for queer and trans people, particularly people of color.

Can I try a class once, or do I need to buy a subscription?

You can join any week. Every class is different, so you can drop in any time.

What should I wear?

You can wear anything you’d like. We advise you to wear light, comfortable clothes that you feel good to move in. Because of the studio floor, heels are not allowed.

Event Details

Venue

Studio Eenvijfvijf, Hof van Monaco 6, Utrecht

DATE & TIME

April 7, 2026

19:00 - 22:00

Organizer

Age restrictions

16+

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