COMEDIC THEATRE: Dragspeare - Metro Arts

Title: DragSpeare: Drag Kings Do Shakespeare

Presented By: Metro Arts

Genre: Cabaret / Theatre / Comedy

Synopsis: Five drag kings hit the Queensland stage with a riotous mix of stupidity, spoof, and sincerity, smashing iconic songs against Shakespeare’s classics in a bold and high-energy cabaret experience. The Stallion Squad brings camp, chaos, and unexpected heart, proving they’re way more than eye candy—because manspreading has never been this fun!

Performance Dates: Wednesday 18 June – Saturday 28 June 2025

Performance Times:

• Wed 18 Jun: 7:30 PM (Preview)

• Thu 19 Jun: 7:30 PM

• Fri 20 Jun: 7:30 PM

• Sat 21 Jun: 7:30 PM

• Thu 26 Jun: 7:30 PM

• Fri 27 Jun: 7:30 PM

• Sat 28 Jun: 2:00 PM + Artist Talk (Matinee)

• Sat 28 Jun: 7:30 PM

Performance Location and Address: New Benner Theatre, Metro Arts, 109 Edward St, Brisbane QLD 4000

Ticket Costs:

• Preview: $39

• General Admission: $45

• Concession: $39

• Groups (6+): $39

Ticket Link: Metro Arts – DragSpeare

Warnings: Depictions of violence, sexual references, simulated sex, strong coarse language, strobe lighting effects.

Recommended Age: 18+

Duration: Approximately 80 minutes

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible venue. Limited wheelchair spaces available. Companion Card holders and patrons with accessibility needs should call Metro Arts at 07 3002 7100 (Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm) to book or enquire.

Creative Team & Artists:

• Jules Berry (they/them) – York Lit

• Bridget Boyle (she/her) – Director

• Michelle Lamarca (she/her) – Rocky V Liquor

• Jo Loth (she/her) – Swingin’ Dick / Producer / Co-creator

• Anne Pensalfini (she/her) – Biron Bothways / Writer and Adapter / Marketing

• NJ Price (she/her) – Fight Director / Intimacy Coordinator

• Lucinda Shaw (she/they) – Pan Tasticle / Musical Director

• Neridah Waters (she/her) – Choreographer