How Drag Queens Make a Living Out of Drag
Posted by Charismatico on 8th Jul 2020
Drag is, first and foremost, a form of art. And monetizing drag isn’t always easy as most people think. Some people consider drag as taboo, which means it doesn’t mesh well with capitalism in general. Most drag queens only have modest incomes and their expenses can easily reach up to $10,000 a year. But if there’s one thing you should know about drag queens, it’s their ingenui
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Here's Where You Can Find Sydney’s Drag Stars Amidst the Pandemic
Posted by Charismatico on 8th Jul 2020
For many of us who’ve witnessed this pandemic unfold, saying that our world has turned upside down is a massive understatement. Even Sydney’s top-performing drag artists have felt the devastating effects of COVID-19 and have lost several income streams along the way. But even when the nightlife is currently on hold, Australia’s queer culture continues to push forward. If there’
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How to Incorporate Burlesque Style Into Your Own Wardrobe
Posted by Charismatico on 24th Apr 2020
There’s something to be said about burlesque that truly makes it a rich and exciting art form. It fuses comedy, dance, parody, and variety into an interesting conglomeration that captures the eyes of would-be audiences. As something that was once considered taboo in the early 1900s, burlesque has become a celebrated form of art, one that many people see as an empowerment of
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Top 11 Drag Queen Styles Used Today
Posted by Charismatico on 23rd Apr 2020
There’s no denying the uniqueness of drag as a modern-day art form. With so many different styles, looks, and transformations to choose from, there are endless possibilities of how to dress up as a drag queen. As a public character, it’s up to them to decide which type of drag best suits their own personas which makes it very exciting. That said, there are certain style
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A Brief History of Cabaret in the USA
9th Sep 2019
While you may think of cabaret as being an American creation, its name tells us otherwise. Cabaret is a French word that originally referred to any business that sold alcohol. In fact, cabaret as we know it today probably started in Paris when a casual saloon known as Le Chat Noir opened its doors in 1881.
In this informal setting, musicians, composers, poets, and artists
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