18/11, ter, 16:00h, 120′ | Biblioteca Mário de Andrade
With Les Gawas, Matyouz, Vinii Revlon, Julia Katharine, Jupiter
Les Gawas (Imane & Mégane):
Imane and Mégane are the co-founders of Les Gawas, a project that produces short-form video content for social media and the long-format The Gawa Podcast on YouTube.
As a queer and intercultural couple, they address with humor and sensitivity topics related to lesbian representation, cultural diversity, feminism, and intersectionality.
Their work broadens discussions on decolonial sexualities, identities, and spiritualities, promoting an accessible and positive form of activism.
Matyouz:
An international icon of the Ballroom scene, Matyouz Gorgeous Gucci is the first European Double Legend and the international godmother of the House of Gorgeous Gucci.
A dancer, host, and commentator (MC), she has been featured in major voguing competitions across Europe and the world. He has excelled in categories such as Hands Performance, Old Way, Runway, and Commentator vs. Commentator.
Creator of the “Fashion Killa” category, Matyouz is also a musician and fashion enthusiast, widely recognized for her distinctive style and for her contribution to the visibility of Ballroom culture.
Vinii Revlon:
A key figure in the European Ballroom scene, Vinii Revlon is a dancer, performer, and resident artist at La Gaîté Lyrique.
He became known for being the first to bring Ballroom culture to the Olympic Games.
In his work, he expresses the strength and creativity of this culture, blending art, empowerment, and LGBT+ visibility, proudly representing the House of Revlon and the international Ballroom community.
Júlia Katharine:
Director, screenwriter, and actress of Tea for Two, winner of the Guarani Award for Best Short Film.
She has also acted in three films by Gustavo Vinagre: Disaster Film (Filme-catástrofe), The Care That One Takes with the Care That Others Should Take with Themselves (Os cuidados que se tem com o cuidado que os outros devem ter consigo mesmo), and I Remember the Crows (Lembro mais dos corvos).
In the latter, for which she was also a co-writer, her performance earned her the Helena Ignez Award.
Jupi77er:
Jupi77er is a transmasculine non-binary MC active in Hip Hop since 2004 and a member of the group Rap Plus Size since 2015.
He is also a political activist and content creator focusing on lifestyle, gender, and sexuality.