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...

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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...

*Ice Cube, 1993 Check Yo Self - being aware of your actions and their consequences

Have you ever laughed at someone expressing themselves on the dancefloor? You nudge your girlfriend and point them out, laughing at the way they move their body. Perhaps it’s early in the night and they are...

There’s a reason that Sydney’s Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras is affectionately known as ‘Gay Christmas’. It’s the excitement of a cultural day of significance. The anticipation of something fun and colourful. And the opportunity to gather with other people in a point...

In the wilderness of our lives, finding a sanctuary where we can truly be ourselves is like discovering a hidden oasis in a desert. Camp King represents just that oasis, a place of refuge, rejuvenation, and self-discovery for the queer community. It is more than a mere gathering; it's a...

What are acceptable expressions of grieving? Who gets to say? Where can grief get most powerfully expressed?

These questions, posed like a gentle inquiring friend, are woven into the tapestry of Malaika Mfalme’s stunning debut album, Yasmin. This beautiful container for Malaika’s...

Every Drag Queen and her dog seem to be doing death drops and full-on acrobatics in their routines these days. I’ve seen some incredible acts and some very talented performers. However, the standard that Queens need to live up to in their performances these days seems sky-high.

Drag Kings...

In the pursuit of living our best lives, shedding the weight of shame can be a transformative and empowering journey. For queer people, especially those navigating queer/lesbian bed death, releasing shame around sexuality and identity is a vital step towards embracing true liberation. In this...