Drag King Workshop
THE FACTORY SPACE, Bournemouth, BH7 6DY
Saturday 2nd May 2026
Have you ever questioned what it takes to (comedically) be a man? Always wanted to put on a beard and have a boogie on stage?
Join Local Drag King Legend Dandy Issues for a 3 hour workshop as he guides you step by step in a masterclass of getting started in drag. From helping you to developing a drag persona from scratch, practical exercises to get you build confidence in performing to getting you to look at your kingly part.
From lipsync to live comedy, this workshop is suitable for anyone and everyone! Whether you are a creative looking to expand your professional practice to a total novice who has never stepped on a stage but wants to explore playing with their gender!
What you will Learn:
(each section with approx. 40 minutes with breaks)
Part 1 - WHAT IS A DRAG?: An Exploration Drag King history, different forms of alternative drag and masculinity
Part 2 - CHARACTER AND ACT DEVELOPMENT: Creating a drag persona and developing an act from scratch
Part 3 - AESTHETICS OF DRAG: how to apply masculine and alternative Drag makeup and introduction to building a costume for your character
What is provided:
Makeup, basic costume parts and a whole load of fun and creativity!
What you need to bring:
Pen and paper, Questions and ideas for potential drag characters!
Note: Whilst this workshop's primary focus is for those wishing to learn about how to be a drag king, anyone who is wishing to explore alternative drag as an artform is welcomed and encouraged to come along!
Location: The Factory Space C.I.C, Bournemouth
Ticket price: £20 per a person
Run time: 3 hours
For further information please contact [email protected]
Accessibility : Both the workshop and Open Mic Knight will be taking place at the Factory Space C.I.C in Pokesdown. This venue is wheelchair accessible with two entrances you will be able to access to get to the main show area. The accessibility toilet will be located to the right of the bar and is always open. There is no BSL or Audio descriptive for either of these events. Print outs on different colour paper can be made available upon request. Content warnings can be provided ahead of the show on request. Seating can be limited at this venue, if you would like to reserve a seat for mobility issues please contact me on [email protected] prior to the show (If you have any other access needs please also reach out and I will try to accommodate as best as I can)
Join Local Drag King Legend Dandy Issues for a 3 hour workshop as he guides you step by step in a masterclass of getting started in drag. From helping you to developing a drag persona from scratch, practical exercises to get you build confidence in performing to getting you to look at your kingly part.
From lipsync to live comedy, this workshop is suitable for anyone and everyone! Whether you are a creative looking to expand your professional practice to a total novice who has never stepped on a stage but wants to explore playing with their gender!
What you will Learn:
(each section with approx. 40 minutes with breaks)
Part 1 - WHAT IS A DRAG?: An Exploration Drag King history, different forms of alternative drag and masculinity
Part 2 - CHARACTER AND ACT DEVELOPMENT: Creating a drag persona and developing an act from scratch
Part 3 - AESTHETICS OF DRAG: how to apply masculine and alternative Drag makeup and introduction to building a costume for your character
What is provided:
Makeup, basic costume parts and a whole load of fun and creativity!
What you need to bring:
Pen and paper, Questions and ideas for potential drag characters!
Note: Whilst this workshop's primary focus is for those wishing to learn about how to be a drag king, anyone who is wishing to explore alternative drag as an artform is welcomed and encouraged to come along!
Location: The Factory Space C.I.C, Bournemouth
Ticket price: £20 per a person
Run time: 3 hours
For further information please contact [email protected]
Accessibility : Both the workshop and Open Mic Knight will be taking place at the Factory Space C.I.C in Pokesdown. This venue is wheelchair accessible with two entrances you will be able to access to get to the main show area. The accessibility toilet will be located to the right of the bar and is always open. There is no BSL or Audio descriptive for either of these events. Print outs on different colour paper can be made available upon request. Content warnings can be provided ahead of the show on request. Seating can be limited at this venue, if you would like to reserve a seat for mobility issues please contact me on [email protected] prior to the show (If you have any other access needs please also reach out and I will try to accommodate as best as I can)
