The 10th Annual IDKE event (International Drag King Community Extravaganza!) is coming to Columbus, Ohio on October 16-19. Deb Pearce, our Canadian Queerespondent joins Amy on this exciting show about DRAG! Deb, or “Dirk” as she’s known in the Drag King community, gives us a little insight into her 15-year history in the Drag King world. What has it brought to her personally and professionally? Will Deb be performing at the event? For more information visit www.idkex.com
Guests:
Ken Vegas, a gender fluid performer (doesn’t perform strictly as one gender) and the founder of the DC Kings, will be performing at the IDKE event. Ken discusses her beginnings, the differences between Drag Queens and Kings, facial hair and other kings who have helped shape her style. Ken’s website is www.kenvegas.com
Tamale Sepp brings more of the feminine flair of Drag Kings to the program. Tamale shares with Amy how a femme found her place with the Drag King community. What was the early portrayal of femininity on stage? What was her first impression of Drag Kinging? She will be performing in the opening number so don’t miss it!
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Music Featured on This Queercast:
The B-52’s – “Eyes Wide Open” and “Ultraviolet”