Some people think that there are no drag queens in Africa, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. We are here and we are fabulous!![]()
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You might think that dragshow is just entertainment, but not for us. In our organisation and artistic community Rainbow Riots we use the art of drag as a tool for human rights, protection and self expression. ![]()
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In a country like Uganda, where it is illegal to be LGBT, drag becomes a form of resistance, giving voice to the silenced and strength to the oppressed. ![]()
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Very soon we will be releasing our new music project, created by our founder, Swedish artist Petter Wallenberg , in collaboration with drag performers in Uganda and USA. ![]()
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Here is a sneak preview from behind the scenes in Uganda. Watch this space! 🙂![]()
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With funding from Svenska institutet
In the darkest of times we need more joy and resilience to stand strong against hatred and LGBT-phobia. Right now we are working on new music and performances in Uganda and internationally with an important message - and that message is LGBT pride and strength across borders. We can’t wait to show you what we are working on! Watch this space! 🌈🌈🌈![]()
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With funding from Svenska institutet
Behind the scenes in Uganda as we prepare for filming the music video to Rainbow Riots new song! Check out our new costume designs! 🤩🌈![]()
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The costumes feature African print textiles, especially Kitenge, a vibrant fabric widely recognized across East Africa. The reason we chose Kitenge is because it is cultural and political statement, asserting that we as LGBT people exist in Africa. We are not ”un-African” as some people claim. Through our costumes we show pride in our African heritage while challenging discriminatory norms that marginalize LGBTQ+ people in Uganda and beyond.🌈🌈💕🌈![]()
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With funding from Svenska institutet
We are creating brand new music and performances and this is the first time we share it! 💕This song is created by our founder director, Swedish artist Petter Wallenberg and it features Ugandan lgbtq singers. So excited to release this soon! 🎶❤️ Here’s a little sneak preview from the rehearsals with the Ugandan LGBT community creating a performance about life in a country where being lgbtq is illegal. 💔✨Stay tuned for more updates on this moving and inspiring project! 🌈🌈With funding from Svenska institutet
🎉So exciting! We are creating fantastic new music that we will be sharing with you soon! 💕![]()
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🌈As LGBTIQ Ugandans, some people want to erase our identities, but we celebrate our pride and find happiness in dancing and singing together, using our voices to speak up.✊![]()
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Music, dance, creation, and poetry are vital tools that allow us to narrate our stories and and advocate for equality. 🏳️🌈🌈💕![]()
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With funding from Svenska institutet
