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Switching between lead and follow: choreographic possibilities to challenge the heteronormative gender binary in DanceSport
We critique the cisheteronormative structures embedded in DanceSport dictating that men lead and women follow, which reinforce sexism, homophobia, and transphobia. By advocating for role-switching and decoupling dance roles from gender, we highlight how such changes can enhance creativity, inclusivity, and freedom of expression in competitive Latin dance.
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Desexualising Latin DanceSport:
In this tool, we take a look at the rampant sexualisation of female dancers in Latin DanceSport.
Latin DanceSport is deeply hypersexualised due to competitive pressure and the expectation of performing a cisheteronormative romantic dynamic, reinforcing gendered objectification. The authors advocate for shifting the focus from sexuality to intimacy, promoting egalitarian movement and cultural change in the sport.
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Desexualising Latin DanceSport
Latin DanceSport is deeply hypersexualised due to competitive pressure and the expectation of performing a cisheteronormative romantic dynamic, reinforcing gendered objectification. The authors advocate for shifting the focus from sexuality to intimacy, promoting egalitarian movement and cultural change in the sport.
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