When it comes to Drag King makeup, one of the most powerful tools in your arsenal is contouring. The right contouring can transform a face from soft and rounded to strong and angular, helping to craft a more masculine look that aligns with your Drag King persona. But before you start applying shadow...

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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...

Was anyone else exhausted by Fair Day this year? The Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras is a huge festival season. There are events stacked on top of events. Something happening every single night. And if you’re anything like me—performing, hosting, producing, running on pure adrenaline—it’s a full-on ...

The Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade is one of the biggest celebrations of LGBTQIA+ pride in the world, and this is your chance to bring your Drag King persona to the streets! Whether you're marching in a float, dancing in the crowd, or simply showing up to celebrate, putting together a stando...

What happens when you take three bros with an unshakable bromance, throw them on stage, and crank up the ultimate party anthem? You get the newest Kings of Joy Gold Stars—ready to tear it up for their debut performance tonight at Queers of Joy!

These Kings aren’t here to overthink it—they’re here t...

Packing: The Masculine Bulge

When it comes to stepping into your Drag King persona, every detail matters. From the swagger in your walk to the sharpness of your contour, it’s all about bringing your persona to life. And yes, for many Drag Kings, that includes packing—the art of creating a masculine...

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...