As an artistic expression relevant to the LGBT+ population, here are some key facts about International LGBT+ Day. Drag.
The International Day of the Drag has occurred every July 16 since 2009 to celebrate the relevance of this art among the LGBT+ population and beyond..
This artistic expression consists of creating a unique character, which allows to explore and question the genre.. There are no rules: some practitioners focus their art on a particular others focus on fantasy outfits and there are also those who prefer more alternative concepts..
The drag has an impact on the diverse population, although it also has an impact on the is carried out by heterosexual or cisgender people.
Why do we commemorate the International Day of the Drag?
Created by Adam Stewarta fan of this art, this day serves to promote artists all over the world. In Stewart's words for Guide to gay, "each country has its own ideas and qualities of how an artist should be, look, and act. drag"The objective of the International Day of the World's Drag is bring these different types of artists together and put them in the spotlight.especially to the drag kingswho to some extent have been out of the spotlight".
The social and cultural relevance of the drag
This day allows us to to reflect on the role of this art form in society. Of course, for many, the drag only translates into live entertainment and reality shows (and there is nothing wrong with that). However, it is important to reevaluate the work of those who dedicate themselves to the drag in other areas.
The drag can become involved in politics, as there are artists who include protests in their performances that interpret or deal with overtly political and current affairs..
Y there are also those who do social work with their art. For example, in Mexico and the United States, there is the storytelling program Drag Queen Story Hourwhere artists drag focus their shows in the children's audience to read stories to them.
There is no right way to practice drag and this day serves to celebrate all the expressions it encompasses.
Sources: Guide to gay y Homosensual (1 y 2)
Text prepared by Juan Manuel Ríos
