How Drag Story Time became a thing at Kelowna’s downtown library (2024)

FAQs

Where did drag queen story hour start? ›

Drag Story Hour started in 2015 in San Francisco, and was created by author Michelle Tea, then the executive director of the nonprofit Radar Productions; the first events were organized by Juliàn Delgado Lopera and Virgie Tovar.

Drag Storytime (DS) is just what it sounds like—drag artists (Queens, Kings, Qwings and more) reading stories to children in libraries, schools, and other community spaces. Most events are 45 minutes and designed for children ages 3-7, though this may vary by location or event.

Tipping – There is a culture of tipping performers at drag shows, some say it is a nod to the underground traditions of drag that usually meant little (to no) pay for the performance. Do tip by placing the bill loosely in an outstretched hand for the performer to grab.

They aren't allowed to have phones, they're kept in separate hotel rooms, and sometimes production will even put tape on their doors to know if a queen has left her room. In fact, one former queen, Willam, was apparently disqualified in 2012 after her husband visited her hotel room.

At its core, drag is a creative act—a powerful and personal form of self-expression. Many performers also credit it with giving them a voice. Others use it to explore sexual and gender identity and expression. Still others say drag helps them accept themselves.

We have a broad readership from ages 4 to 9. Storytime is perfect for children aged 4 to 6 reading with an adult or older child, and 7 to 9 reading independently.

What Does it Mean to Read Someone? In drag culture, there's more to reading than the insults you might see on RuPaul's Drag Race. Reading is literally like reading someone like a book. It's an opportunity to playfully point out something you might have trouble simply saying outright.

Just put on a nice dress and maybe some fun shoes, essentially, an outfit you wouldn't mind other people seeing you in on the off chance you get called on to interact with the performers.

New drag queens can earn around $50 per event they go and receive additional money through tips. Once you are able to establish your name in the industry, you can earn up to $800 or more per night, especially if you are performing in top theaters and clubs.

If you find yourself having fun, clapping, or cheering, you should probably cough up a little cash. Whether it's $5 or $20, a little tip goes a long way, plus you'll probably get to engage in a quirky interaction with the performer.

Do they drink alcohol on Drag Race? ›

Sober Queens Still Rule Drag Race

Some of the queens in RuPaul's Drag Race: Untucked appear to be drinking alcohol during filming. However, because they are allowed to drink if they so choose, some queens have spoken out about their sober lifestyle.

Testament to this, and a full-circle moment is many of the wigs see on Rupaul's head today are lovingly made by Vanity and Courtney. It is always such an honour and proud moment for Courtney and Vanity to see Rupaul on the mainstage of RuPaul's Drag Race wearing one of their own.

In some regions of the U.S., local queens make as little as $30 to $50 a show. In a place like New York City, that number may start at about $125, plus tips ranging from $100 to $700.

A female queen, diva queen, or hyper queen is a drag queen who identifies as a woman. These performers are generally indistinguishable from the more common male drag queens in artistic style and techniques.

The origin of drag can be traced back to the days of antic theatre. Back then women weren’t allowed to play male roles, which is why men had to disguise themselves into female characters. It is believed that the term drag originated from the theatre as well.

The origin of the term drag is uncertain; the first recorded use of drag in reference to actors dressed in women's clothing is from 1870. It may have been based on the term "grand rag" which was historically used for a masquerade ball.

New research suggests the frequency with which parents read to their children at bedtime falls sharply around the age of seven – but why stop then?

They Want to Seem Cool

Exaggerating the truth—or even outright lying—is often used to mask insecurities. In an attempt to fit in with their peers, kids sometimes insist they've either endured similar experiences as their friends, or they attempt to impress their friends with their stories.

In the early grade-school years, some children still fabricate elaborate stories. They may not quite discern the line between reality and fantasy yet, or they may be trying to get attention. Most children outgrow this phase by age 8 and usually can be counted on to tell the truth.

Gagging is used to describe something extremely fierce. Example: "Your performance -- I was gagging the whole time -- it was so amazing, you were so fierce." "Gagging is basically when something is so fierce you are losing your mind on it, you're choking on it," drag queen Nicky Doll said.

What does fish mean in drag slang? ›

fish / fishy. a term used to describe when a drag queen looks like a cis-gendered woman. gag / gagging. another term used in place of "stunned"

When it made its way into drag culture, "kiki" came into its modern use as it meant having fun at a party or other social gathering, especially if there was gossip involved. In the 1990 documentary Paris is Burning, it was used to mean the sound of laughter.

The origin of drag can be traced back to the days of antic theatre. Back then women weren’t allowed to play male roles, which is why men had to disguise themselves into female characters. It is believed that the term drag originated from the theatre as well.

One of the biggest stars of the earliest 20th century was Julian Eltinge. Whereas many drag queens played on the fact they were men in women's clothing, Eltinge (as she was often known) had many fans convinced she was not a character, but a genuine actress.

Charli Finch was born on 14 August 2001 in Seaford, East Sussex. Following the death of their father when they were 16, they lost nine stone and began performing as a drag queen under the name Anubis Finch, a name they chose to pay homage to their father's Egyptian heritage.

Drag began in the age of Shakespearean theatre, during the late 16th century. At the time, the church was heavily connected to the stage and only allowed men to perform, and so it was that any female roles were played by the men in the cast dressed as women.

Drag has deep roots in Western culture, specifically in theatre when women weren't permitted to perform on stage so men would play female roles. Drag performers were featured as far back as ancient Greece and carried on through Shakespearean times.