BDKS Presents: Drag Workshop

Have you ever wanted to try drag but didnt know where to begin? Looking to perform in drag but not sure where to start?

Join Local Drag King Legend Dandy Issues for a 3 hour workshop as he guides you step by step in a masterclass of getting started in drag. From helping you to developing a drag persona from scratch, practical exercises to get you build confidence in performing to getting you to look at your Drag-ly part.

From lipsync to live comedy, this workshop is suitable for anyone and everyone! Whether you are a creative looking to expand your professional practice to a total novice who has never stepped on a stage but wants to explore playing with their gender!

What you will learn:
(each section with approx. 40 minutes with breaks)
Part 1 - WHAT IS A DRAG?: An Exploration Drag history and different forms of alternative drag

Part 2 - CHARACTER AND ACT DEVELOPMENT: Creating a drag persona and developing an act from scratch

Part 3 - AESTHETICS OF DRAG: How to apply masculine and alternative Drag makeup and introduction to building a costume for your character

What is provided:
Makeup, basic costume parts and a whole load of fun and creativity!

What you need to bring:
Pen and paper, Questions and ideas for potential drag characters!

Note: Whilst this workshop's primary focus is for those wishing to learn about how to be a drag king, anyone who is wishing to explore alternative drag as an artform is welcomed and encouraged to come along!

Location: The Old School House, Boscombe (Bournemouth)
Ticket price: £15 per a person
Run time: 3 hours with breaks

For further information please contact [email protected]

Accessibility : This venue is wheelchair accessible and will be hosted in a quite, relaxed setting. There is no BSL or Audio descriptive for this workshop. Print outs on different colour paper can be made available upon request. Directions and access walkthrough can be provided. If you have any other access needs please also reach out and I will try to accommodate as best as I can.