Feeling stuck or slow in your Drag King journey? Here’s why rest, pause, and creative wintering are vital parts of becoming the artist you’re meant to be.

Welcome to the rhythm of your creative life, King.

There’s a lie we’ve been sold in the world of art and performance—that we must always be pro...

New to Drag Kinging? Discover how Jo found her confidence by switching from a character to a King. Learn how finding the right persona can change everything.

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From Character to King: How Jo Found Her Drag Persona

When Jo first joined Kings of Joy, she was excited but unsure. Like many queer pe...

For the queer human who’s drawn to Drag Kinging—but still doesn’t think of themselves as a performer.

You’re not the only one asking this question.

“I love Drag Kings… but I’m not a performer.”

“I have no rhythm.”

“I get nervous even speaking in a group.”

“I’m terrified I’ll forget the choreogr...

[Rex McCooch, PI]

Musicality isn’t just about keeping in time with the beat—it’s about feeling the music, understanding its dynamics, and using movement, expression, and timing to amplify your performance. It’s the difference between a good performance and one that stays in the audience’s minds lon...

Being a Drag King is exhilarating—until you’re peeling off layers of tape, scrubbing at stubborn makeup, or realising your costume smells like a gym bag because you haven’t had time to wash it. When drag becomes a drag, it’s usually because the little things start piling up—sweaty costumes, dry skin...

As Drag Kings, we play with masculinity, but how we do that matters. Are we poking fun at something specific (parody) or critiquing a bigger idea (satire)?

Understanding the difference between parody and satire sharpens your act, strengthens your message, and makes your performance land exactly how...

When you step into the world of Drag Kinging, it’s natural to wonder—what sets a Drag King apart from male impersonation? It’s a question I’ve heard often, and I’m glad you’re asking it, because understanding the difference is key to creating a persona that feels authentic, powerful, and unapologeti...

Let’s be real—what separates a good Drag King performance from a great one isn’t just the sharpness of your moves or the brilliance of your costume. It’s how well you connect with your audience.

Performing is like hosting the ultimate party—you’ve got the vibe, the energy, and the entertainment. Bu...

Imagine this: you’re standing in the wings, heart pounding like a bass drum, the stage lights blinding as they spill onto the floorboards. The audience is waiting, the energy crackling like static. This isn’t just a performance—it’s a part of you coming alive, maybe for the first time. That hidden s...

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...

One of the decisions that every performer needs to make is whether or not to acknowledge the audience. Do I stay in the fantasy world of my creation and let the audience be absorbed in that illusion? Or do I break the fourth wall?

What is this fourth wall you speak of kind sir?

The fourth wall is ...

So, you think you need confidence as a Drag King? The secret to mastering any new skill is the realisation that confidence is not required. Confidence is gained by doing the thing you’ve set out to master. It’s not necessary beforehand.

So what is needed before being able to transform into a hyper-...