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New Drag Company Fosters Unity Across New Brunswick
4 Jul
Summary
- A new company, District Events, is launching drag tours.
- It aims to create inclusive spaces for all attendees.
- Performers balance drag careers with day jobs and studies.
District Events, a nascent production company founded by New Brunswick drag performer Keaton Forsythe, also known as Dahlia Dior, is set to expand the province's drag scene. Launched in February alongside the New Brunswick Drag Awards, the company's mission is to ensure drag performances are accessible to everyone, regardless of their location within the province.
Forsythe, alongside collaborators Sean Lanigan (Rhonda Odyssey) and Keigan Dewland (Bambi Shot), are actively involved in rehearsing for their inaugural tour across the Maritimes. This initiative aims to bridge geographical gaps for both performers and audiences. The trio balances their passion for drag with demanding careers; Forsythe works as a hospital administrative assistant, while Dewland is employed in residential care and pursuing social work studies.
District Events has already hosted several successful events, including drag brunches and karaoke nights in Moncton, Saint John, and Fredericton. The company's impact extends beyond entertainment, fostering a sense of community and support among drag artists in New Brunswick. With plans for continued expansion, District Events is poised for significant growth in the coming year.
