'I'm looking forward to the positive effects this will have on on the community, on San Francisco and the world at large... and I'm sorry LA and New York, but we beat you to it!' the new drag laureate said.
The fabulous D'Arcy Drollinger – artist, choreographer, producer and owner of the Oasis nightclub – has been named San Francisco's very first drag laureate.
"As the first drag laureate, I am dedicated to continuing my mission to uplift my fellow members of the LGBTQIA+ community and spread joy thorough the city," Drollinger said."This role builds bridges and creates partnerships, while elevating and celebrating the art of drag. I'm looking forward to the positive effects this will have on on the community, on San Francisco and the world at large...
Ex // Top Stories Why screening in SF comes 'full circle' for 'American Born Chinese' author Gene Luen Yang spoke to The Examiner for a wide-ranging conversation ahead of the Castro Theatre screening of the upcoming Disney+ adaptation Drollinger's selection as the country's first drag laureate comes amid rising transphobia nationwide, and Breed said the historic position celebrates the city's commitment and support to its marginalized communities.
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