How gender identity is changing gender roles within bachata.

How gender identity is changing gender roles within bachata.

Lisette and her partner during one of their Bachata dance classes.

Ever wondered how gender roles are evolving in the world of Bachata? With gender identity becoming more open in this current time, traditional male to female roles also need to adapt. In the following interview, Lotte will dive into how gender roles have changed and are changing in this originally Dominican dance style. So, stay tuned as we delve into this fascinating conversation with Lisette Pool, a experienced bachata dancer, and teacher at Rico Latino dance school in Enschede.

About The Author

Lotte Tiggelovend

I am a student at Saxion university of applied sciences and will be joining HU for the cultural journalism program spring semester 2024. My interests are tightly connected with my chosen minor. I love traveling, telling stories, meeting new people, getting to know different cultures and traditions, experiencing different environments and being able to show my perspective from a unique point, and I am hoping to put this to use during the minor.