Introducing THEY WILL BE KINGS: A New Era of Drag King Performance

We are beyond thrilled to announce the groundbreaking collaboration between Kings of Joy and WEREWOLF: THEY WILL BE KINGS. Premiering during the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras season, this exciting new theatre work will be...

Drag Kingdom is a reunion of the Kings of Joy community. Imagine 40 Kings of Joy spilling through the doors of the Red Rattler with costumes, props and facial hair for days. This End of Year edition of Drag Kingdom on 14 November was no different.

With so many Kings of Joy gracing the stage, this...

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...

How do you wrangle a group of Drag Kings who are all marching to the beat of their own drum? You’ve got a lead singer searching for his band, a dance deity gracing us mere mortals with their presence, a dynamite disco diva ready to blow the roof off, and a bro who’s got us all...

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...