Adelaide Fringe - 21 February - 23 March 2025
Reviewed by: Radio Adelaide 101.5fm
Review by Virginie the Frenchie | 23 February 2025

From the moment the stage lit up, Queen Latina transported the audience into a vibrant fiesta: a celebration pulsing with the soul of Latin America. This show isn’t just a performance; it’s an invitation to revel in life’s passions, uniting music, dance, joy and art into one unforgettable night of magic rhythms.

At its heart, Queen Latina is a tribute to culture, diversity and individuality. Over 45 performers light up the stage, fusing Latin, tap dance, oriental and pop influences in a way that challenges stereotypes and ignites the spirit. This year, superstar Coral is pushing her limits as a world class performer but also as the MC of the show and what a night!

The show’s energy truly comes alive through its percussive magic. The thunderous beats of the Sasamba drummers set the stage ablaze, their rhythms echoing like the heartbeat of a bustling Latin street fiesta. These percussion elements aren’t mere background music, they are the very soul of the performance, inviting every spectator to move, to dance, and to feel the passion.

Visually, the show is a spectacle. Dazzling costumes shimmer under the stage lights, each outfit a vibrant ode to the performers’ cultural heritage and personal flair. The show transforms into a dynamic street festival, where every woman is crowned a queen and every moment is a burst of alegría and empowerment. This isn’t just a performance: it’s a communal experience where empowerment and artistic expression collide.

In a world that’s ever-evolving, Queen Latina stands as a bold reminder of the power of diversity and self-expression. Dance is for everyone! It is an expression of self, of emotion of passion that should be accessible to everyone no matter what culture, body type or gender. It’s a call to embrace every unique beat of our hearts, to dance with abandon, and to celebrate life and womanhood with joy and positivity. For anyone eager to experience an authentic slice of Latin magic, a night where culture, rhythm, and passion collide, Queen Latina is an absolute treat.