Art Simone: Drag Queens Down Under
ABOUT THE SHOW
Due to unforeseen circumstances, Art Simone, will no longer be appearing at Brisbane Writers Festival. All ticket holders will be contacted.
Join iconic queen Art Simone for this glittery celebration of Australian drag culture. With glossy looks and stories from some of the most legendary queens Down Under, it’s the perfect stocking stuffer this Christmas for your girls, gays and theys.
PART OF BRISBANE WRITERS FESTIVAL
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Through creativity, humour, glitter and glam, Aussie drag legend and RuPaul’s Drag Race Down Under superstar Art Simone has claimed her position at the forefront of the Aussie entertainment industry. Slaying stereotypes, celebrating differences and tirelessly promoting social inclusion for over a decade, Art has helped move drag from margin to mainstream and she’s just getting started!
Rebecca McIntosh, known as Bec Mac, is a nationally recognised Artistic Director, Artist, Journalist and Churchill Fellow. Renowned for generating impactful dialogues and experiences, she unites communities through meaningful connections. With over a decade of expertise, she pioneers creative placemaking, linking people, culture, innovation, and technology. As co-founder of Chrysalis Projects, a COVID response, Bec played a key role in employing artists, revitalising public spaces, and fostering community bonds through public art. She revolutionised arts media with POPSART, promoting artists and creative organisations, and extended her influence to science and technology collaborations. Her unique work intersects the public realm, digital content, journalism, and activism, delivering significant social and cultural impact for diverse clients and intiatives.
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Suitable for 15+
18 months and under free on the knee; all other ages must hold a vaild ticket
Contains adult themes
Contains coarse language
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ABOUT THE ARTIST
Through creativity, humour, glitter and glam, Aussie drag legend and RuPaul’s Drag Race Down Under superstar Art Simone has claimed her position at the forefront of the Aussie entertainment industry. Slaying stereotypes, celebrating differences and tirelessly promoting social inclusion for over a decade, Art has helped move drag from margin to mainstream and she’s just getting started!
Rebecca McIntosh, known as Bec Mac, is a nationally recognised Artistic Director, Artist, Journalist and Churchill Fellow. Renowned for generating impactful dialogues and experiences, she unites communities through meaningful connections. With over a decade of expertise, she pioneers creative placemaking, linking people, culture, innovation, and technology. As co-founder of Chrysalis Projects, a COVID response, Bec played a key role in employing artists, revitalising public spaces, and fostering community bonds through public art. She revolutionised arts media with POPSART, promoting artists and creative organisations, and extended her influence to science and technology collaborations. Her unique work intersects the public realm, digital content, journalism, and activism, delivering significant social and cultural impact for diverse clients and intiatives.
