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Empowerment Through Drag: Transforming Lives Through The King Coach’s Speech at Drag Kingdom drag king culture Dec 05, 2024

The King Coach speech @ Drag Kingdom Nov 2024

Chris Lani-McAllister  

Okay, have we had a good night? I think it's time that we heard from the King Coach my wife, Danica Lani!

 

Danica Lani  

Oh, sorry, I was distracted then. Hello, friends. My name is Danica Lani, I'm the King Coach.

I'm a...

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Meet the Many Royal Faces of Kings in Drag Kingdom drag king culture kings of joy kings of joy all-stars Nov 12, 2024

What do you get when you take 37 Drag Kings from the Kings of Joy community and give them a stage? As much fun as you can have with your clothes on…

Drag Kingdom is the largest ongoing Drag King show in the world. Held only twice a year in Sydney’s funky theatre, The Red Rattler, it brings together...

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The Evolution of Drag Kingdom: From Inception to Impact drag king culture kings of joy kings of joy all-stars Nov 07, 2024

When I started Drag Kingdom, I dreamed of creating a space where Kings of Joy could shine, grow, and connect with an audience ready to celebrate the artistry and heart of Drag.

Now, after five epic shows, Drag Kingdom has become more than a performance; it’s a movement that continues to expand the...

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Why We Love Drag Kingdom: True Stories from the Kings Who Keep Coming Back drag king culture kings of joy kings of joy all-stars Oct 31, 2024

Thursday 14th November marks the much-anticipated end-of-year show for Drag Kingdom, the biannual reunion of the Kings of Joy and the largest ongoing Drag King showcase on earth.

This isn’t just a performance – it’s a gathering of community, talent, and joy that celebrates the art of Drag Kinging,...

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The Kings of Joy Pathway – How to Be Part of Drag Kingdom drag king culture kings of joy kings of joy all-stars Oct 24, 2024

Drag Kingdom is the largest regular Drag King show in the world, and it’s a celebration like no other! Over 30 Drag Kings take the stage in one epic night of performances on 14 November at The Red Rattler, Marrickville, Sydney, Australia.

But Drag Kingdom isn’t just about the fun—it’s about provin...

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The 5 Stages of Drag King Development: From First-Time Performer to Pro drag king culture performance Oct 17, 2024

So, you’ve taken that big, bold step—you’ve performed as a Drag King in your first show. Congratulations! You’re no longer in the realm of “aspiring” Drag Kings; you are a Drag King now. The world is your oyster, and your Drag King persona is yours to shape, grow, and develop in any direction you ch...

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The Myth of One Masculinity: A Drag King Perspective drag king culture Sep 06, 2024

Everything we have been handed down about masculinity is a construct. It has been constructed with words and imbued with meaning. By whom? By other human beings before us.

The number one question to ask yourself is... Does this version or interpretation of masculinity empower me?

In other words, d...

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Real Kings Fix Each Other's Crowns: The Importance of Solidarity in Drag King Community drag king culture Aug 15, 2024

In the world of drag performance, the spotlight often shines solely on Drag Queens. Equally dynamic and powerful Drag Kings are thriving in our underground culture. Being underground has its costs and benefits.

One of the lesser-known realities of Drag King culture is the profound sense of solidari...

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Performing for a Cause: How Drag Kingdom Made a Difference drag king culture kings of joy kings of joy all-stars Jul 11, 2024

[Photo credit: Sarah Malone]

Drag Kingdom is a reunion of the Kings of Joy community. Imagine 30+ Kings of Joy spilling through the doors of the Red Rattler with costumes, props and facial hair for days. This Pride edition of Drag Kingdom on 27 June was no different.

With so many Kings of Joy grac...

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The Heart of Drag Kingdom: The King Coach's Speech on 3 Ways to Make a Difference drag king culture Jul 04, 2024

Chris Lani-McAllister: My wife, Danica Lani!

Who loves a switch? Me.

Ooh, kinky.

Alright, so this is Danica, this is Daddy Joy, Dario DiBello, the King Coach, who's been coaching 112 Drag Kings. 

Danica Lani: Wow, it is a privilege to be with each and every one of you here tonight. I am thril...

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Drag Kingdom: The Largest Ongoing Drag King Show on Earth drag king culture kings of joy kings of joy all-stars Jun 24, 2024

What do you get when you take 35 Drag Kings from the Kings of Joy community and give them a stage? As much fun as you can have with your clothes on…

Drag Kingdom is the largest ongoing Drag King show in the world. Held only twice a year in Sydney’s funky theatre, The Red Rattler, it brings together...

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Lady Gaga’s perfect demonstration of toxic masculinity drag king culture Jun 06, 2024

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I love Lady Gaga. I love her as an entertainer, a vocalist, an actor, a pusher of boundaries, and an entrepreneur. As you might guess, this is not a damning or critical article of her, so if you’re looking for gossip, undermining or hate, go elsewhere.

One of my favourite songs by Lad...

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