Let's Tango  

2026 Gothic & Fetish Gala – 7 March 2026

Below lies the official choreography for the two Gothic Tangos that will unfold at the 2026 Gothic & Fetish Gala.

After the main course has been served and the plates have been cleared, participants will be summoned to the dance floor to join Lady Hella and the House of Hella Team in a darkly romantic celebration of unity, passion, and Gothic grace.

Please read to the end as optional rehearsal dates are provided below for anyone who wishes to join.

The Two Dances

On the night, the dances will be performed in the following order:

1) “The Last Tango” – James Dooley
The more challenging of the two pieces.

2) “Vampyric Tango”
The more accessible choreography. If you prefer to learn only one dance, you are welcome to join us for this second piece.

You are not required to learn both dances. Choose the one that calls to you — or embrace the full ritual and learn both.

Instructional Videos

Below you will find four instructional videos:

• One choreography per song designed for couples
  
  

• One choreography per song designed for solo dancers
  
  

Important Viewing Note

Please watch each instructional video in its entirety.

The opening minutes show the completed dance exactly as it will appear on the night. Following this, the choreographers guide you through a detailed, step-by-step breakdown of the movements.

The teaching begins after the initial performance.
Do not stop watching after the first few minutes — the instruction lies beyond.

If the choreography feels overwhelming at first, don’t be discouraged. There is repetition woven throughout the sequences, and once you begin, the movement will settle into your body.

On the night, the order of dances will be as follows:

1) The Last Tango - James Dooley (this is the more difficult of the 2)

2) Vampyric Tango (the easier of the 2 so feel free to join the floor at the 2nd dance if you choose to only learn 1)

Optional Rehearsal Sessions

We will be holding four optional rehearsal sessions ahead of the Gala, with an instructor present to allow for a full run-through and refinement of the choreography.

All rehearsal lessons will be held at:
I.AM.DANCE Studio
Level 1, 393 Smith Street, Fitzroy
(Entrance located around the corner on Kerr Street)

These classes will be free, however there will be a donation box on the day for anyone who wants to contribute to putting these classes on.

Rehearsal Dates

• Saturday 21st – 4:00 PM
  
  

• Sunday 22nd – 1:00 PM
  
  

• Saturday 28th – 4:00 PM
  
  

• Sunday 1st March – 1:00 PM
  
  

These sessions will proceed depending on registration numbers.
To express your interest, please email:
info@gothicandfetishgala.com

Please note:
These rehearsals are designed as a polishing and refinement space, not a teaching-from-scratch session. Guests are expected to begin learning the choreography in advance.