GAY PRIDE-DRAG KINGS

 It seems the drag queens always get the crowning glory of media coverage and shows of their own. I'm only surprised that much more of the LGBTQ doesn't embrace the Drag King more. I mean, when was the last time you heard someone say, "Oh, we're going to a drag king show tonight."? I also don't personally know many people who could name drag kings like they could drag queens, with exception to Landon Cider and the fabulous and incomparable, mister showbiz himself, Murray Hill. So, this is my list of drag kings to know and start with, and the ones I feel are challenging gender perspectives. And shows of hilarity.

Adam All

Adam All leans heavily on the "geek chic" influences. A sharp suit in pink or a bowtie in lime green with Ray Ban style glasses to match. The accessories as well as sequins and glitter are essential. Adam can charm and alarm with equal appeal, l but is not the sharpest tool in the box. Adam spent his former life working as a decorator and carpenter on male dominated building sites and his character is developed from observation and combined with his own thoughts on masculinity. Adam likes to perform, even when inappropriate, one can tell he likes to explore gender dynamics. Kingspirations  for Adam are Vesta Tilly, Storme De Larverie and Landon Cider.

Chiyo Gomes

Chiyo is transgender identifying as non-binary, but falling under the trans umbrella and identifies heavily with the acronym QTPOC. He uses the scene to blur gender lines and as a coping mechanism for gender dysphoria. Chiyo is punk trash and doesn't care about looking pretty boy or well groomed. He doesn't care about being controversial. He can strut on stage in nothing but boxers henny, 9-inch platform boots and a tee or BDSM gear and look out kids.

Sammy Silver

Sammy identifies as a trans non-binary bear cub. He can flirt in between being non-binary and being a trans man. Gender is fluid and his gender identity he feels is constantly changing everyday. And Sammy's style? He is a stocky, furry bear cub. He'll rock a snapback, floral shirt, jeans and silver shoes. Or sometimes a top hat, a smart jacket and spats. Sammy is sassy, sexy and surreal. He loves dancing and throwing himself all over a stage. If he doesn't leave the stage in a heaping pile of sweat, he feels he hasn't done his job properly. He is a mixed bag. He is a Vlogger, has a You Tube full of sketches, comic rants, and just a few of his own original silly songs.

Romeo de la Cruz

Romeo never felt his gender since birth, and has shifted between gender identities. So non-binary and gender-fluid work best  for him. As a performer he says that you notice when you are the only one in a venue as you prepare for your act to "fit in". While drag has always been inclusive from the days of Gladys Bentley, Romeo says he's honored by the support love and motivation from the community. Romeo is a style blender for sure. He moves from smart and suited to typical gaming nerd to BDSM master. Different looks, but no matter what, he's always trying to get the kit off. If he can't strip out of it, it isn't worth it. I know just how he feels!!!! And Romeo is and always will be a danceoholic. Think Magic Mike meets Paris is Burning. Romeo wants to bring vogue ballroom into the king world, but intensify the sexual appeal across all genders and sexualities. His tag line- Love yourself for who you are rather than what others wish to see.

Lets remember, that the drag world is much bigger then just the glamazons of the drag queen world. Why not switch things up this Pride and go to see a Drag King Show if you can, at a lesbian bar. I have had some of my best nights hanging with the goils!!!!