Drag Library Fundraiser

I present to you: "Drag Library an After Dark Special" filled with book themed performances, poetry readings, market vendors, and a raffle. Why is drag storytelling reserved for children? Why is it so controversial to get dolled up and tell a story? This event will bring story and love to life through the art of performance.

WHY ARE WE FUNDRAISING?

All proceeds from this event will go to fundraising for a trans Latin American’s postgraduate visa to stay in the UK. The US has become a progressively dangerous place for both Transgender and Latin communities within the past few years. In the US, to be in these communities is to be hunted on the streets, afraid to speak your own language, afraid to seek needed medical services, or to seek employment under a preferred name. Making this fundraiser goal would be the difference between remaining with his found family and the life he has built here, or returning to the life of fear and starting over with nothing.

WHAT TO EXPECT

There will be 10 performances broken into 2 sections with an intermission. These will include incredible comedians, poets, folk singers, storytellers, and drag artists. They’ve got stories and you absolutely want to experience them! The event will also have a raffle with tickets priced at 2 pounds each. Prizes include jewelry, ties, books, and more from several of London's queer marketeers. As well as tickets to upcoming London queer events, and workshops. Not to fear if you do not win the raffle! There will be market stalls before and after performances where similar items and more will be available for purchase!

THE VENUE

We have been blessed by The Haggerston as our venue for this event. Their intimate upstairs stage space is the perfect setting for this after dark special. Seats are slightly limited so please email us if you need seats reserved due to accessibility needs.

PSA: While prioritising accessibility is something we heavily encourage when hosting events, we were unfortunately unable to provide step free access to this event. Please contact us for carer tickets.