DAFT 2023: Drag Workshop with Willy SmacknTush

Discover your drag character, create a catchy name, and bring them to life!

Learn about stage presence, song choice, incorporating your existing talents, and how to drive a crowd wild with excitement!

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Koha, book in advance: https://bats.co.nz/whats-on/daft-drag-workshop-with-willy-smackntush/

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Willy SmacknTush is a multi award-winning Drag King, MC and cabaret producer. His one King show “Live, Laugh Lesbian” won the Adelaide Fringe Ready Award at this year's Fringe Fest, and he was the first ever King to win the city’s drag pageant “Mx Capital Drag” in 2019.
He is an activist, parent, and passionate about breaking down barriers in the drag and cabaret industry, with a focus on Kings, women, trans, and non-binary performers.
He has multiple disabilities included haemocromatosis, hypothyroidism, and chronic fatigue.
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Accessibility Information
Venue: BATS is located at 1 Kent Terrace. The accessible ramped entrance with handrails is located to the left of the building front. It is accessible when the theatre is open. There is a call panel at the entrance which connects to the Box Office and clear access when you are inside.
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The ground floor at BATS is fully wheelchair accessible with a ramp at the north end of the building, which provides direct access to the foyer and bar area, and a wheelchair accessible Box Office counter and bathroom on the ground floor. The Stage is located on the ground floor.
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Image description: Red theatre curtains surround a picture of Willy in full drag mid performance. He is wearing a royal looking purple and gold outfit, a big ginger wig, and a crown to match the outfit.


The words on the image: Drag Workshop with Willy SmacknTush, Friday 29th September, 2pm-5pm.
In the bottom left is the DAFT ticket logo and on the bottom right, the Creative New Zealand and BATS logos.