A History of Ballroom in Portland with Daniel Giron

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PrideScape is the official podcast of Pride Northwest, home of the annual Portland Pride Waterfront Festival and Parade and much more. Each Month we will be bringing you the latest Pride Northwest updates, and important news and information affecting Oregon and SW Washington's LGBTQ+ community The mission of Pride Northwest, Inc. is to encourage and celebrate the positive diversity of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and trans communities, and to assist in the education of all people through the development of activities that showcase the history, accomplishments, and talents of these communities.

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A History of Ballroom in Portland with Daniel Giron

PrideScape

27 minutes 15 seconds

7 months ago

A History of Ballroom in Portland with Daniel Giron

Season 4, Episode 1: " A History of Ballroom in Portland"

Whether you’re a ballroom veteran or just curious about the world behind ballroom culture: join Debra Porta and Daniel Giron as they dive heels-first into the vibrant and resilient history of Portland’s ballroom scene. This episode explores how ballroom culture took root in the Pacific Northwest, the pioneers who carved out space for self-expression, and how the scene continues to evolve today. Hear personal stories, cultural reflections, and the legacy of voguing, houses, and community-building. This episode highlights the work and mission of The Rebound a 503(c) non-profit, devoted to ethically spreading the legacy of ballroom in the PNW through events, classes, panels and performances.

About our guest:

Originally from Veracruz Mexico, Daniel Giron is a well rounded entertainer and community leader featured on HBO Max hit show LEGENDARY Season 3.

You may recognize Daniel from being immortalized as a meme with the floor performance in the sand heard ’round the world. Daniel uses his social media not only as a platform to educate on Ballroom culture, but to activate and create change through movement. Shattering gender norms while using their engagement as a means of resistance and equity within communities of Queer people of color.

You can learn more and donate to Rebound PDX on their Website: The Rebound – Portland's Bimonthly Kiki Ball

You can also find Rebound PDX and Daniel on Instagram: @reboundpdx / @dnlgiron