Drag Workspace
2019Table / Mirror with lights
Drag has been a part of society since ancient times. In Ancient Greek theatre, where women were not permitted to perform, male actors would take on female roles. Similarly, during World War II, soldiers often dressed in women's clothing to entertain their fellow servicemen. As the LGBTQIA+ community began to gain visibility, drag evolved alongside it, becoming a powerful tool for challenging societal taboos and norms. Today, thanks in part to figures like RuPaul, drag has become a global phenomenon, inspiring a new generation to pursue it as a form of expression and a viable career path—an opportunity that was not available to many in the past. This installation draws inspiration from the drag community, incorporating elements typically found in a drag performer’s workspace: a lit mirror, makeup, wigs, a bra, posters, and personal memorabilia. Instead of general personal photos, the piece features Polaroids of IZZY, a Maltese drag queen who was interviewed for this project, carefully arranged around the mirror’s frame.