REGISTRATION OPEN Drag-tastic Summer Camp: The Art of Drag (grades 9-12) - Museum of Pop Culture

Name: REGISTRATION OPEN Drag-tastic Summer Camp: The Art of Drag (grades 9-12) - Museum of Pop Culture
Start: 2021-07-30T08:45:00-07:00
Location: Museum of Pop Culture

*The event has already taken place on this date: Fri, 07/30/2021

Calling all current and future kings and queens! Explore self-expression in MoPOP’s week-long, drag-tastic summer camp! Led by Seattle performer Joshua Hancock, you’ll investigate drag history and work together with local artists to create your own personas. You’ll choose your name, explore hair and makeup techniques, learn how to shop for clothing, and develop your character’s stage presence.

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July 26–30, 8:45am–4:00pm, Grades 9–12

We’ll take field trips to some of Seattle’s key locations and go shopping for costume pieces at local thrift stores. At the end of the week, celebrate your new drag personas with a private showcase!

Youth of all gender expressions and identities are welcome at this drag beginner’s camp.

Tuition: $350 if registered prior to 5/31, $380 if registered after 5/31.

MoPOP members receive a $25 discount on camps.

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About Joshua Hancock

Joshua Hancock, has been working in theatre, burlesque, and drag for 30 years. He believes  drag is for everyone, it is more than one thing, and can be used to heal, bring joy, sadness,  and love to people.  He has a Master’s Degree from Texas Woman's University in Theatre, and has worked in Ireland, Canada, Mexico, Czech Republic, and coast to coast in the United States.  Joshua bases his drag character Parton, on none other than Dolly Parton, and uses Parton's voice to spread love and open minds.

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