Exploring the world of drag
The History, Types and Tips for the Curious
The evolution of drag some say dates back to Shakespeare when men dressing as girls would perform plays on stage. Others say drag goes even further back in time.
Family, struggle and solidarity in Charlotte’s gay bar scene
Looking Back with Gregg Brafford
In 1984, when Greg Brafford became part-owner of O’leens, one of Charlotte, N.C.’s most storied gay bars, the city was not far removed from the time when “suspected homosexuals” would be arrested in Freedom Park and have their names featured on the front page of The Charlotte Observer.
To Give is Divine
Dishing with Buff Faye
To give is Divine — seriously. Whether you have a black heart, red heart or pink heart, the legendary “Drag Queen of the Century” Divine knew it best. Charity has always been part of being a drag queen.
Nine favorite drag queen picks for Disney villains
Dishing with Buff Faye
Is it just me… or do most Disney villains look like drag queens? It is not a surprise that drag queens worship these larger than life characters.
A Night with a Queen
How a night with Skylar Michele-Monet increased my respect and appreciation for drag
How a night with Skylar Michele-Monet increased my respect and appreciation for drag.
International Drag Day may be waning
July 16 marked global awareness observance
Despite the famed passion of drag devotees, signs that it may soon be curtains for International Drag Day are not difficult to find.
Aquaria crowned ‘Drag Race’ winner
In a season finale showdown between Aquaria, Asia O’Hara, Eureka and Kameron Michaels, Aquaria was crowned the season 10 winner of VH1’s “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” earning the title of “America’s Next Drag Superstar” and a cash prize of $100,000.
Our People: Q&A with Nic Nichols and Christopher Booher of The Vanity House
Newly minted Charlotteans — Queens of the Queen City, if you will — partners Nic Nichols and Christopher Booher immediately embraced their new home, making a splash with their drag production and management collective The Vanity House.
Drag Herstory 101: 1800s through the 1920s ‘Pansy Craze’
Dishing with Buff Faye
It is still debatable where the term drag or drag queen comes from. Some still share the notion that the term “drag” dates back to Shakespearean times.
Calling Out Prejudice: Me, Myself & Drag
Dishing with Buff Faye
I never thought I would do drag — or write a monthly column called “Dishing with Buff Faye.”
