Speed-Drag: Create a Character in an Afternoon

STRUT: Workshops for and by LGBTQIA+ Adults, Elders, (and Friends) presented by Rebus Theatre

Woden Library | Furzer Street &, Corinna St, Phillip ACT
Saturday 3rd May 2025
1.00pm to 4.30pm

There is a lot going on in the world at the moment, and the election is stressful.
To take our mind off things, we have created this event so we can be amongst community and take our mind of things for a few hours during election day.

For and by LGBTQIA+ Adults, Elders, (and Friends)

Curious about drag, but don't know where to start? Want to find a new drag character, or learn new performance skills?

Then this workshop is for you!

In this 4 hour workshop attendees will be introduced to the art of drag through a series of exercises suitable for all skill levels and abilities.

All drag is valid - all budding Drag Kings, Drag Queens, Hyper Kings, Hyper Queens, Drag Things and Drag Things welcome!

Find your inner Drag Legend and SLAY!

Any attendee who is keen is invited to perform their new skills in front of an audience of friends at a later workshop!

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With special guest facilitator: Ravi Oli

Ravi Oli is an Indian Drag King who brings unapologetic flair, bold energy, and a whole lot of heart to the stage. With killer dance moves that demand attention and a smile that can light up the room, Ravi Oli is redefining the art of drag, blending tradition with modern expression.

He draws inspiration from the diverse world of Indian culture, pop icons, and the power of performance, he creates a space where masculinity is celebrated in all its forms—bold, dynamic, and uniquely their own with a touch of femininity. It's no longer about Drag for Ravi, it’s about joy, liberation, and self-expression as a Transman.

Award winning theatre company Rebus Theatre is delighted to offer this event as part of a series of workshops created by and for LGBTQIA+ Adults, Elders and their Friends.
Each workshop will have at least one facilitator from the LGBTQIA+ community.

This workshop is made FREE and possible with the generous support of SpringOUT, the ACT Office of LGBTQIA+ Affairs' Capital of Equality Grant program, Libraries ACT, and Ainslie and Gorman Arts Centres.

Suitable for LGBTQIA+ Adults, Elders and Friends who:

Would like to build their confidence and performance skills
Are keen to try something new;
Absolutely anyone looking for a reason to get out of the house and learn some new skills in a warm and friendly environment amongst fellow LGBTQIA+ people and friends
Adults of all ages, skill levels, and brain-body configurations welcome!

Rebus is a theatre company for social change whose mission is to bring people from all walks of life together using the arts.

You can find out more about Rebus here www.rebustheatre.com

This location is wheelchair accessible.

We have maxed out the available tickets for this event.

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