A Matter of Pride: How pro-drag-wrestlers make space for queer fighters in Brooklyn * Brooklyn Paper
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A Matter of Pride's Fight Night at Strong Rope Brewery drew over 250 attendees, showcasing professional wrestling by drag queens, including a highly anticipated match between ex-lovers The Boy Diva and Randy Summers. For nine years, A Matter of Pride has empowered queer wrestlers to break free from traditional wrestling roles, providing a vibrant and inclusive environment. As The Boy Diva shared, this platform helps change perceptions, fostering recognition for LGBTQ+ talent. The night featured various matches, highlighted by theatricality and audience engagement, making it a celebrated community event.
A Matter of Pride wrestling provides a platform for queers to show 'I'm a good and gay character'-here's what I can do in the ring.
The event featured bodyslams, somersaults, and kickouts, with three thrilling matches leading up to the long-awaited brawl between estranged lovers.
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