Dragidéer

Dragidéer is a term that refers to concepts or notions related to drag, the art form of embodying a character through feminine, masculine, or other exaggerated gender presentations. These ideas can encompass a wide range of creative inspirations and conceptual frameworks that performers use to develop their drag personas and performances.

The origin of dragidéer is deeply rooted in the history of performance art, theatrical traditions, and the LGBTQ+ community. These ideas often stem from personal experiences, cultural observations, historical figures, fictional characters, or abstract artistic expressions. They can be the spark that ignites the creation of a unique drag character, influencing everything from costume and makeup to chosen music, choreography, and storytelling.

Dragidéer are not static; they evolve and transform throughout a performer's journey. A single drag character might be born from a simple dragidée, but as the performer explores and refines their art, new layers of meaning and expression can be added, creating more complex and nuanced dragidéer. The exploration and development of these ideas are central to the creative process in drag, allowing performers to push boundaries and express themselves authentically.