Q&A for How to Be a Drag Queen

There is no minimum age, but if you want to work at clubs, it depends on local laws.

Yes. Anybody who wants to can do it.

Self-expression, getting to perform live and being yourself. Drag is what you make it, and that should reflect your inner desires.

Yes. They are called bio queens (for biological woman) or faux queens.

Yes. Anyone can be a drag queen, regardless of sex or gender identity.

This depends on the area. In Southern states, quite possibly. In Los Angeles, almost definitely not.

No, though it is usually popular as a drag queen, you are allowed to do whatever you want. That's the whole point of drag.

Yes it is even if you're a man, just create an exaggerated, overly masculine character.

If you have a little bit of your own money, check thrift stores. You could also ask female friends or sisters if they have anything they don't wear anymore.

Use stronger medicinal tape.

Yes, of course you can! Many members of the drag queen community are straight males.

While it is slightly uncommon, it is not unheard of for queens to have more than one persona. However, it's much more common for these personas to spawn from jokes/gags. However, drag is an art form, and you should do whatever you want when performing!

As a drag queen, you should pick a name that fits your personality and gives an idea of who you are as a performer. If you're looking to do drag professionally, it's important to have an easily searchable/ recognizable name.

No. Drag queens are just men who dress up as women; there are are no permanent alterations involved.

I love parkour, though I am not the most talented at it. It means the movements don't come naturally to me, which in turn meant I've had to study and train them carefully, specifically, to be able to move the way I want to. I would give you the same advice: If you want to be a drag queen, or anything you'll ever want in life, you can either apply your natural talents or work a bit harder to get there. So yes, you can be a drag queen. Study videos, moves, clothes, attitudes, practice in front of a mirror.

You can be anyone and anything you like, though it's not entirely your choice. There'll always be a a core inside that is what it is: your nature. Everyone is different, so you already are different. Dress any way you like, express yourself in any way you like. The key is to find out what your nature is.

Because drag, when respectively written is Dr.a.g. -- "Dressed as Girl" - which comes from Shakespearean stage notes before women were allowed to participate in acting and men went on stage "Dr.a.g." When a woman dresses up and performs as a flamboyant character, that's called "Camp." Women, therefore, cannot be Drag Queens.

No. The point of a drag queen (also called a female illusionist) is that she's a gentleman dressed in women's clothing with over-the-top styling, hair and makeup.

Some queens do, however the more professional girls like to do their own makeup, even if they don't necessarily have the skills. It is always good to practice makeup, even if you think you will use a makeup artist to do your looks for gigs.

You can buy them on Amazon or eBay (some look really good, check under the term "daily wigs"). Always check the reviews. I'd say it's better to find reviews that have pictures so you can see the fit, the sit, and the shine. As long as you clean your wigs with shampoo and conditioner, they should look good, feel good, and be clean. I've bought 2 of my wigs online, and people think they're real! If you happen to get one that's still shiny, I've heard soaking it in fabric softener for 5 days, then washing it works. As long as you know what you're looking for and how to take care of them, you should be fine.

Consult Tuck and Tape . Like it or not, at 11 you're still very young. Your personality is simply still fluid, still forming, and you will be going back and forth through different phases for several more years. However, don't let that stop you. If you feel this, then it may well be who you are. Just stay open and honest with yourself. If in a year you feel you're actually transgender, a step beyond drag, then that is who you are. And finally, just because you choose something now doesn't mean you have to stick with it for life.

"We're having a dress-up party; we all drew cards, and this is mine." Or "My friend is in the hospital and asked me to get pick these up as a favor." Or "Well, I'm actually a drag queen and am loving this dress." I understand it seems like a daunting prospect, but really the odds are low that a shopkeeper will ask why. Most people make assumptions as to why you need these items, so leave them with that. But if it comes up, be prepared: either lie, deflect the question, or just tell the truth (if you're ready for that).

Imagine arriving at a holiday destination and the 'pool' that was promised turns out to be a 2-by-2 bricked water holder not even knee-deep. If this is just a one-time thing, why not give your girlfriend the entire fantasy she's thinking of? Shave your legs (in fact, shave everything), let her do your makeup, wear stockings and high heels, a cute sexy dress, get some boobs - as natural as you can fake them, and when it happens, go all out. Behave feminine, be seductive, take control. It's only in the privacy of your own bedroom. Above all, you should only do what you're comfortable with, but if you're willing to experiment, you might as well go all out.

No. You can do drag every day. You can go to events like Pride and drag there. Try to find drag shows in your area.

Save up your money for clothes and ask an older friend, relative, or a friend's parent to drive you to a store, or take public transportation if you're allowed to. Otherwise, you'll just have to wait until someone can drive you or you can drive yourself.

Ask your parents or legal guardians first. Don't be upset if they say no, you can do this when your older.

Dresses might work.

Yes, dresses come in all sizes: tall, small, short, and everything in between. Just Google "dresses for tall women"; you are sure to find several outlets.

Every queen has their own style so it's all on personal preference. If, you're going for the dramatic look, then use the boldest color on the palette, along with the second and third with a little bit of a mild color. Then, use a lot of eyeliner with a dramatic wing.

Yes, anyone can be a drag queen, no matter their gender identity. It's a form of expression.