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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

Are you up to date with the 2024 definition of ‘Macho’? RealXman is rewriting the rules—showcasing an evolved, empowering masculinity with unmatched allyship alongside trans men. His music? A fearless fusion of celebration and queer power. Google to check out the delights of his...

Have you ever wondered how Drag Kings embody masculinity with such conviction? Beyond the swagger and bold moves, a lot more goes into it. Particularly in the makeup department. A key area is often overlooked but absolutely essential: the hairline.

Your Face, Your Canvas

Think of your face like a...

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...

Ever imagined walking into a room, all eyes on you, captivated by your presence? Walking onto stage takes more than just showing up. As a Drag King, it’s your look that can make you shine.

Learning to bedazzle your Drag King attire is like crafting your own magic—patience, the right...

Have you heard of the Five Love Languages? An American psychologist, Dr. Gary Chapman, identified five predominant ways in which people typically express love to their partner. They are Words of Affirmation, Acts of Service, Receiving Gifts, Quality Time and Physical Touch.

Relationships thrive...

When dreaming up your next Drag King performance, it’s useful to start by choosing your song. Why? Because a song already has a built-in structure.

Traditionally, a song starts with an introduction leading to the first verse. This is where the storytelling begins. The pre-chorus is like a...

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,...