ancient Greece and Rome, mainstream drag culture was pioneered by Black and Latine individuals who held underground drag balls in the late 1800s and early 1900s.
These drag balls provided a place for queer individuals to express themselves and push the boundaries of gender norms through extravagant clothing, makeup, and performances.
Subscribe to our newsletter for a refreshing cocktail (or mocktail) of LGBTQ+ entertainment and pop culture, served up with a side of eye-candy.Drag queens and kings have since become iconic figures within the LGBTQ+ community, breaking down stereotypes, advocating for social change, and challenging societal expectations.Let’s explore the contributions of female drag queens, their challenges, and the broader significance of their presence in the drag community.The short answer is yes.
While drag queens are most often associated with cis gay men who dress up in exaggerated, glamorous female attire and perform in drag shows, the art of drag is not exclusive to just one gender.