Talks and Tours

Fresh Talk: Gender & Performance

Event Details

Event Date and Time

Wed, Jun 11, 2025
6 to 8:30 pm ET

Tickets and Reservations

Reservations required. Tickets go on sale March 12, at 10 am.
General admission: $25
Students, seniors, DC residents: $22
Members: $20

Location

Performance Hall

Four individuals are pictured in a split-frame image. The person on the far left stands in front of a rainbow flag wearing a bright blue costume with sequins and a large headpiece with many layers. The person next to the far left stands in front of a magenta and orange backdrop wearing a black costume with feathers and jewels. The person second from the right wears a pale pink costume with many layers and has on a large pink wig made of yarn. The person on the far right stands in front of a red draped background and wears a white and black suit, with a black tie, and a plain black hat.
A night of inspiring stories, community connections, and bold performances.

Event Description

About the Event

Step into the bold and creative world of drag, where artistry and activism collide. This program spotlights four exceptional drag performers, Evry Pleasure (she/her in drag; he/him out of drag), Sweet Pickles (she/they in drag), King Molasses (they/them in and out of drag), and Citrine the Queen (she/her in drag), who use their craft to challenge societal norms, foster inclusive communities, and redefine artistic expression.

Through a dynamic conversation moderated by Tyler Cargill, the performers share their perspectives on drag’s transformative power to disrupt conventional ideas of gender and identity. They also discuss the role of drag in building connections and creating spaces of belonging, particularly within the LGBTQIA+ community. The conversation highlights drag as a multifaceted art form that weaves together elements of fashion, makeup, performance, and storytelling, showcasing its power to inspire and connect.

Following the discussion, attendees are invited to a salon-style cocktail hour to continue the conversation. The evening will conclude with performances by each artist, celebrating drag as a vibrant expression of individuality, creativity, and community.

Accessibility

Accessibility Inquiries

If you are unable to register online or would like to indicate any accessibility services you require, please email gchase@nmwa.org. Two weeks’ notice to request accessibility services is appreciated but not required. We will make every attempt to fulfill requests.