Lets Geek with Yaz & Cat: Geeking with Lanny Xtravaganza of House of Xtravaganza and the Ballroom scene

Life’s an Xtravangnza with Laniel Xtravanga

Hello everyone! We are so happy to premiere this very special episode of “Let’s Geek with Yaz & Cat”!

Today we have the honor of speaking with Lanny Xtravaganza (Laniel Calderon from the iconic “House Xtravaganza”. House of Xtravaganza was the first Latin/Hispanic House of the Ballroom scene. Today Laniel Xtravaganza will speak to us about his life, how he became part of the ballroom, educate us on the ballroom scene, his house, and educate the future children to pay homage. 

We will also speak with Lanny Xtravaganza about what it was like back in NY during the AIDS Pandemic and how it affected the LBGTQ+ & Ballroom. We’ll also learn about the unique House parents & children who have worked hard to keep the reputation of Xtravaganza strong.

Do you know the Ballroom scene has influenced our style, way of speaking, and music? It’s time we pay homage to the pioneers of the Ballroom scene. Ballroom ain’t all about “Pose FX” or “Legendary HBOMax” lol!

Sit back, relax, grab some flowers or a drink and let’s geek! 

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GMHC

https://gifts.gmhc.org/give/268446/#!/donation/checkout

https://www.gmhc.org/history/

American Cancer Society

https://www.cancer.org/

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