Houston's Drag Kings Are Suiting Up for Their Moment in the Spotlight
Briefly

Jack Hammer-Dandy's banana-yellow three-piece suit looks pedestrian compared to flamboyant drag queens. However, his captivating stage presence proves drag kings can charm audiences without extravagant costumes.
Barry Mii Dandy’s colorful clown costume and energetic performance mesmerize the crowd, as patrons eagerly offer fake dollar bills in support of the HIV/AIDS benefit, highlighting the joy and importance of performance art.
Interviews with local drag kings showcase their common struggle for recognition, as many perform unpaid. Bars prefer hosting drag queens, leading to disparities in representation among performers.
The drag king community, especially in Houston, feels the impact of a lack of mainstream awareness and representation, as they continue to fight for visibility and respect in the entertainment landscape.
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