MEET THE QUEENS
What is the origin of your drag name?: Bijou means "jewel" in French. Mine is plural because I'm a man and I have more than one.
How did you get involved in the drag community?: Honestly, It was a very slow, and independent process. After being a fan girl for long enough, I thought, "I love this so much; it's time to try it." I picked up some CVS makeup (NOT AS CHEAP AS YOU THINK), and just started trying to figure it out by myself. I can be a bit shy, so I never really reached out for help from somebody else. I'm really hoping that as I start performing more, I can become more integrated into the community.
Who or what inspires you as a performer?: I'm really inspired by "Classy-Sexy." Go ahead and be totally naked, but then throw on some pearls on to let people know you're worth top notch coin. More than that though, I'm really inspired by people who shine- meaning those people that just have that x-factor. I think that trait genuinely starts with being a nice person, and that's why you will never ever, catch me being a rude queen.
If you had your own show, what would it be?: I would want to do a show with a through-storyline. I would cast other queens and kings in it, with specific characters in mind. LIVE-singing is TBD, but there will absolutely be dancing, and probably stripping.
What is your go-to lip sync song?: I'm actually stuck waiting for Christmas to come around because there's probably nothing I can lip sync better than Christina Aguilera's "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas."
Facebook/Instagram/Twitter: Instagram: @bijoux.xo
What is the origin of your drag name?: Izzy's just a cute girl name & I figured in drag I was going to be like...fully unedited, totally candid, & just like UNCUT, yaknow? Okay kidding, I just really like uncircumcised dick...so the question bears repeating upon every introduction.
How did you get involved in the drag community?: When I first moved to NYC in 2015 I was going to a lot of circuit parties & I randomly met Shangela at one. She is the first drag queen to become my good Judy & upon getting to know her, I realized how vast this world of queer art & nightlife really is. I slowly got to know a lot more queens through friends of friends & would be at shows several nights a week. Having no outlet for performance or expression after leaving a 7 year all star cheerleading coaching & choreography career behind in Jersey...I decided randomly at a show, "I can fucking do that." & so I did...not so cute at first, & I'm still learning every day...but alas, I'm fucking doing it.
Who or what inspires you as a performer?: Oh god, too many to name...but shit, let's try...Bob The Drag Queen for his quick wit, Miz Cracker for her literal fucking everything (BITCH THAT HAIR?...Also, please Youtube her Bread, Pills, & I Got Love performances...COMEDY GOLD), Aquaria for being an all around full package powerhouse of originality & still only...I believe 8 or 9 years old, right?, Shangela for being a self branding genius & working her ASS off, Jan Sport for being THAT BITCH TO WATCH, she's literally the future of drag, making me feel like even at my best...I'm a tired ass show girl. There's several more, but uhhh...I'm reaching the character count typing this. (There is no character count.)
If you had your own show, what would it be?: Probably something on HGTV where I walk into nautical themed bathrooms & tell the homeowners they're tacky.
What is your go-to lip sync song?: Lady Gaga – “Donatella”
Facebook/Instagram/Twitter: www.facebook.com/izzyuncut | Instagram: @izzyuncut | Twitter: @kyle_eckert
What is your drag name?: Kamilla Kockman
What is the origin of your drag name?: A dream I had of beautiful woman
How did you get involved in the drag community?: I grew up performing, but all I was missing was a wig. So I got one.
Who or what inspires you as a performer?: Beyoncé
If you had your own show, what would it be?: It would be a Musical titled, "Kockman Kronichles."
What is your go-to lip sync song?: “Single Ladies” -Beyoncé
Facebook/Instagram/Twitter: facebook.com/kamilla.kockman.5
What is your drag name?: Miss Ogeny
What is the origin of your drag name?: A deep-seeded love for women.
How did you get involved in the drag community?: Court ordered Community Service.
Who or what inspires you as a performer?: Forcible touching on public transit, Sigourney Weaver & Alfred Hitchcock's "Psycho."
If you had your own show, what would it be?: John & Kate plus 8-ball.
What is your go-to lip sync song?: Honestly though, anything from Judy Garland: Live at Carnegie Hall.
Facebook/Instagram/Twitter: @TrentAHayward & @MissOgeny
What is the origin of your drag name?: My drag mothers name is Ivanaha Fusionn so I rightfully went with her last name. As we were searching for my first name she originally wanted me to go by Natalia.. it didn't feel right to me. We went back to the drawing board where we came across the name Nadia. It immediately spoke to me, because Nadia is the perfect fusion of naughty and sexy.
How did you get involved in the drag community?: I had my first performance at The Escape in Portland, Oregon. It was the only underage venue for LGBT in portland and where many queens get a start. I was only a couple months away of turning 21 when I then got asked to became a cast member at The Embers Ave. During my time there I learned a lot about myself and the drag community. My drag mother also hosted her traveling show called the Lipstick Divas where she would bring me and a handful of other queens to cities all around the NorthWestern states and we would have the most amazing turn outs!
Who or what inspires you as a performer?: Porn stars!
If you had your own show, what would it be?: A family friendly show about sex
What is your go-to lip sync song?: I typically only do mix tapes but if I had to choose one single song it would be Nobody's Perfect by Jesse J. It's a fun song!
Facebook/Instagram/Twitter: Ccross_Nfusionn
