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theater1 year ago

"Melania Trump's Broadway Debut, Jinkx Monsoon's Return, and '90s Rom-Com Musical Revival"

Jinkx Monsoon returns to Broadway to resume the role of Matron "Mama" Morton in Chicago, while a musical adaptation of the 1997 romcom My Best Friend's Wedding featuring music from the Burt Bacharach-Hal David songbook is in the works. Additionally, the musical Days of Wine and Roses, based on JP Miller's 1958 teleplay and subsequent film, is currently playing at Studio 54. Off-Broadway, productions include The Christine Jorgensen Show, Queen of Hearts, and Five: The Parody Musical. Donna McKechnie is set to join the cast of Wicked as Madam Morrible beginning March 5.

via Queerty|
#broadway#days-of-wine-and-roses#drag-the-musical
entertainment2 years ago

"Drag Queens Bring Festive Fabulousness to the Holiday Season"

"RuPaul's Drag Race" alums Jinkx Monsoon and BenDeLaCreme are putting on a queer, clever, and heartfelt Christmas show that has grown from small clubs to a 30-city theater tour. The show features dancing candy canes, glittery gowns, and songs about trauma. The duo's holiday show has become a tradition for many fans, offering a sense of homecoming and chosen family during the holiday season. This year's show focuses on unity and lifting each other up, with Jinkx and DeLa teaming up against a common enemy: the show itself.

via The New York Times|
#bendelacreme#drag-queens#entertainment
lgbtq-rights2 years ago

Jinkx Monsoon Takes a Stand Against Anti-Drag Laws and LGBTQ+ Discrimination.

"RuPaul's Drag Race" star Jinkx Monsoon spoke out against the recent wave of anti-drag legislation proposed in at least 16 states, which would restrict drag performances and unfairly target the LGBTQ+ community. Monsoon believes that these measures are a response to the fear of shifting gender norms in America. She advised LGBTQ+ people to move to areas where they can find their community and live their lives truthfully and unapologetically.

via NBC News|
#anti-drag-laws#drag-performances#jinkx-monsoon