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30.01.2026

Call out: Early Career Drag Artists

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Are you an early-career drag artist based in York and ready to take your look to the next level?

As part of our Pride Celebrations, York Theatre Royal is inviting emerging drag artists to apply for a unique development opportunity.

One selected artist will receive creative support from our Wardrobe Department to help develop and refine their drag look.  They will have access to materials and lessons in making skills, drawing on professional costume expertise and theatrical craftsmanship.

To debut their newly developed look, the chosen artist will be invited to perform a guest slot in seasoned drag duo The Isolation Creations‘ show at The Old Paint Shop at York Theatre Royal on Sat 06 Jun. Ahead of the performance, The Isolation Creations will offer supportive mentoring focused on confidence, charisma, and connecting with an audience in a way that feels inclusive, playful, and kind.

 

What’s on offer:

✨ Support from York Theatre Royal’s professional Wardrobe team and drag duo Isolation Creations

👗 Help developing or elevating your drag costume and visual identity

🌈 A performance opportunity during Pride Celebrations

🎤 A platform to share your work with a wider audience

 

We welcome applications from drag artists of all styles, identities, and expressions who consider themselves to be at an early stage of their drag journey.

If you would like to be considered for this opportunity, please email artistdevelopment@yorktheatreroyal.co.uk with the subject line “Drag”. Please provide a short introduction to yourself and your drag persona, telling us about your experience of performance so far.

We look forward to hearing from you!