Drag Queens, Drag Kings, and the Transgender Community
LGBTQ Author and Military Drag Queen Jay Claypool
LGBTQ author, Jay Claypool's memoir, "GAY AF: The Military Career of a Georgia Drag Queen," is an inspiring story of service, self-expression, and a wild ride.
What is a Good Drag Queen Name?
What is a good drag queen name? Choosing a drag queen name is an important part of developing your drag persona. Your name is how fans and audiences will know you, so you want it to be meaningful, memorable, and perfectly suited to your character’s personal brand. Follow these tips to choose a name that dazzles.
How to Become a Drag Queen or Drag King
These days many people want to try being a drag queen or king. RuPaul’s Drag Race has had a major impact on mainstream culture and the acceptance of drag. Being a drag queen can be a lot of fun and very rewarding, but there’s work to be done to get there.
LGBTQ Drag Queen and Activist Stella D'oro
LGBTQ + Drag Queen Stella D'oro, the "Queen of Vaccine" shares information and opportunities in the search for an HIV cure.
Drag Queen and LGBTQ Activist Amie Vanité
Amie Vanité, Drag Queen and LGBTQ activist, has been in the entertainment scene of PA for over two decades. Her Drag Story Hour has received bomb threats.
Drag King and LGBTQ Icon Stormé DeLarverie
Drag King Stormé DeLarverie was a lifelong gay rights activist, drag performer, and guardian of the LGBTQ community.
Drag Queen and LGBTQ Icon Julian Eltinge
Drag queen and LGBTQ icon Julian Eltinge first appeared on Broadway in 1904 soon began setting box office records on the vaudeville circuit.
Drag King and LGBTQ + Murray Hill
Drag King Murray Hill is the stage persona of Busby Murray Gallagher, a transgender entertainer and comedian hailing from New York City. This larger-than-life character is self-proclaimed as the "hardest-working middle-aged man in show business."
Drag King Mike Oxready takes LGBTQIA+ community by storm!
If you've ever partied at the Winter is A Drag Ball, you know Mike Oxready, you may have seen Mike perform as a part of many other shows, or even online! Mike is an amazing member of the LGBTQIA+ community!
Drag Queen Tara Bull at 54 Below!
Tara Bull is an emerging NYC drag queen that began her journey in 2018. First performing at The Duplex then going on to host her own show, the self-titled “Tara Bull Show” at City Winery. Now she performs at 54 Below.
Drag Queens: 10 FAQs about being a Drag Queen
Questions about drag queens? We have answers about all things drag queen. 10 FAQs to help you understand drag. What is a drag queen? Are all drag queens gay? Find out the answers to those questions and more!
10 Drag King Misconceptions: An FAQ
Drag is about gender performance and entertainment - allowing drag kings to temporarily inhabit masculinity as an art form.
Drag Kings and Drag Queens at The Winter is a Drag Ball
In the heart of Vermont, amidst the snowy landscapes and cozy communities, there shines a vibrant celebration of lgbtqia2s+ diversity and self-expression known as the Winter is a Drag Ball.
Drag King: Exploring Gender and Identity while Entertaining
A drag king uses talent and persona to entertain, expanding ideas about gender identity. Performances explore gender performativity and building confidence.
NYC Drag Queen Paige Turner
Paige Turner, known as the "Showbiz Spitfire," is a New York City drag queen known for her glamorous aesthetic and comedic cabaret performances. Her show "Drag Me to the 80's" is a popular sing-along mix tape of 80's hits and parodies.
Drag King Mo B. Dick’s Groundbreaking Influence on the LGBTQ community
Drag King Legend Mo B. Dick is cited by many as one of the founding forces behind the modern drag king movement. But before the swagger, pompadour and gold tooth, Mo was a woman from the Philly suburbs seeking identity and community in the big city.
Drag King: An Exploration of the Art Form
Drag kings, historically associated with female performance artists embodying masculine personas, have evolved significantly in recent years. While rooted in the tradition of impersonating male figures, modern drag king performances have expanded to encompass a diverse range of gender expressions.
Navy Drag Queen Harpy Daniels (Joshua Kelly Interview)
Navy Drag Queen Harpy Daniels, aka Joshua Kelley, is an active duty 2nd Class Petty Officer in the US Navy, who wears multiple hats, including that of the Navy's very own drag queen, Harpy Daniels.
What is the Difference Between a Drag Queen and a Transvestite?
Drag queens and transvestites are often conflated, but there are important differences between these identities and communities that deserve understanding and respect. While both involve gender-nonconforming expression, the motivations and meanings behind that expression vary.
How Drag Queens Create Curves: Tips, Tricks, and Hacks for a Curved Figure.
One of the key techniques drag queens use to create the illusion of curves is padding. They often wear padded undergarments like padded panties, bras, and hip pads to add shape to areas like the hips, butt, and chest.