Review: 'How You Get Famous,' by Nicole Pasulka - The New York Times
Nicole Pasulka’s new history of drag in Brooklyn, “How You Get Famous,” closely follows a handful of queens to explore the cultural and business evolution of the drag industry.
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Nicole Pasulka’s new history of drag in Brooklyn, “How You Get Famous,” closely follows a handful of queens to explore the cultural and business evolution of the drag industry.
Observing its subject with a clear eye, this profile of Marshall Ngwa, who performs as BeBe Zahara Benet, is a breath of fresh air.
The glittery live shows have long been a staple in many cities, but the fast-food chain is taking that a step further.
Lypsinka, the alter ego of John Epperson, a longtime pianist for Ballet Theater, will perform as part of the company’s inaugural Pride Nights.
Published March 4, 2021Updated March 5, 2021 It should not be a big hairy deal that a 32-year-old Chicago-based drag performer named Tenderoni will be vying in a virtual talent competition on Sunday, and yet it is truly a reason to wig out. The pageant is called Drag Queen of the Year 2021. But despite a penchant for lip-syncing to Missy Elliott, Tenderoni isn’t a drag queen. He’s a drag king, which, generally speaking means a performer born female, who takes the stage in men’s clothes. He is what was once called a “male impersonator,” penciled-on mustache, compressed chest and all...