Runway classes (SEPTEMBER '26)
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About this event
The category 'Runway' emerged from the ballroom culture in Harlem, New York from the 1960s throughout the 1980s. Ballroom culture was originally created by the Black and Latino LGBTQ-community to create a safe space in which they could freely express themselves and feel a sense of belonging.
Runway was created to show that members of the ballroom community could shine as much as the fashion world’s supermodels. Learn how to walk like a model, sell your garment and bring attitude and confidence onto the runway.
The classes are taught by JoJo Miyake Mugler. Jo'ellina is a well-known figure in the Dutch ballroom scene. She has made an impression within the international ballroom community with her runway and performance skills. While travelling abroad she studied with different Icons and Legends to perfect her art and gain more knowledge about the culture and various categories. Eventually she was able to build a career on various international mainstream platforms.
In recent years, she has actively shared her strength, wisdom, and hope with the newer generations of queer people. She is a role model for many in this regard, and she is grateful and proud to use this position to strengthen and connect her community even further. Her goal and wish is that others don't have to fight as hard as she did, and she achieves this by sharing her story, truth, and experiences. She has been successful in this, and many find her story inspiring.
In this month-long course with weekly Tuesday classes, you are invited to join JoJo and come learn one of the most iconic categories within ballroom!
Class dates September 2026:
- September 1st
- September 8th
- September 15th
- September 22nd
- September 29th
Time: each class is from 20:00 to 21:00.
practical information
Accessibility
The venue is wheelchair accessible with accessible restrooms. We can provide additional accommodations upon request.
Languages
Sessions are conducted primarily in English, with Dutch translation available when needed.
Environment
Our classes are a substance-free space focused on creating a supportive atmosphere for all participants.
meet your facilitator
Jojo
Teacher: Runway
Jo’ellina is a well-known figure in the Dutch ballroom scene and is recognized in the international ballroom community for her runway and performance skills.
Event Schedule
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
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.
You can join any week. Every class is different, so you can drop in any time.
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
September 1, 2026
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September 29, 2026
20:00 - 21:00
Organizer
Age restrictions
16+
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