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Drag & Draw

Thursday, December 14, 2023, 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

A drag queen dressed in red lingerie and a red boa poses in front of a picture of Andy Warhol, and next to a figure drawing of themselves in the museum entrance space.

Photo by Elisa Cevallos with South Breeze Videography

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The Warhol entrance space

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Join us for a night of drag, music, and creativity. Drag & Draw is a three-hour educational event and figure drawing class for ages 18+ focusing on Andy Warhol’s inspiration and involvement in drag culture. The evening includes a brief talk about Warhol’s interest in drag and a drag performance after which our performer models for an extended figure drawing session taught by educator Emily Paige Armstrong. Enjoy light bites, a DJ set, and free parking as part of admission, with additional drinks available for purchase. Limited seating available. Please bring your own materials–limited creative supplies & drawing boards are available upon request.

  • Doors open at 6 p.m.

 

Pride at The Warhol is presented by Microsoft

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