drag – Hackney Citizen

‘Glitter, punk drag and politics’: Question Time Cabaret is back at Rich Mix

By Hackney Citizen | Friday 12 October 2018 at 15:01

After selling out in 2017, the ‘rowdy political knees-up’ returns on 26 October – and this year the theme is beauty

Love is in the area: Hackney Valentine’s Day listings

By Hackney Citizen | Monday 5 February 2018 at 12:50

Yas queens: Drag Queen Bingo comes to Number 90, Hackney Wick, for some canalside carnage this Valentine’s

Our guide to some of the more offbeat V Day events – plus, we ask local politicians: what’s the most romantic spot in Hackney?

INTERVIEW: ‘I’m sure The Queen would love to see a bit of it’: Jonny Woo previews his Unroyal Variety show

By Hackney Citizen | Thursday 28 September 2017 at 12:21

'What’s alternative to the mainstream now? It’s the queer underground.' Scenes from last year's Unroyal Variety. Photograph: Angus Stewart

The legendary drag performer, comedian, and owner of gay Haggerston super-pub The Glory gives the Citizen a sneak peek at his upcoming ensemble spectacular at the Empire

Hackney Showroom announces JOY & DISSENT: A festival of cultural activism from 27 March – 9 April

By Hackney Citizen | Thursday 9 March 2017 at 16:59

Malik Nashad Sharpe, AKA marikiscrycrycry.

To celebrate their 2nd birthday, creative and cultural space Hackney Showroom has put together an outstanding programme of cutting edge new performance, bringing together 20 new shows & 80 artists