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were joined by a professional drag queen.
rformances, more enthusiasm
“That money just goes to their funding
and their ability to have events and work-
jshops,” Wilson said. “We only made $32.
jit’s really not a big deal. It’s just a way of
promoting and building that kind of rela
tionship with that group.”
Bear said even though she was nervous
for her performance, she enjoyed herself
“I was really nervous before I went on,
but 1 ran back and forth a few times and
did a few jumps before they called my
name. Then, I just had to do it,” Bear said.
“I had a lot of fun watching the other folks
perform. They looked like they had spent
a lot of time on their acts which made it a
good show.”
Tiongson said she thought the show was
entertaining.
“Throughout the show, 1 enjoyed every
single performance and was challenged by
some with their depth and the places they
[look me,” she said. “Some were just full of
I sheer madhouse fun that made me spend
;niore time in the air jumping than time on
die ground. It’s really hard to say which
’one was my favorite performance. Every-
j one gave it their all.”
I Even though everyone tried their hard
est, at the end of the night, one person was
chosen as drag king or queen. There were
judges to offer critique, but ultimately, the
audience chose the winner.
Camille “Savage” Cassada won for her
performance of a compilation of songs
from the hit TV show “Glee.”
Tiongson said she had a great time and
would consider performing again next year.
“I was blown away by every single per
son that performed as well as the audience
that kept the show so energetic and highly-
charged. It felt like a party the whole time
on the stage and off,” Tiongson said. “I
will definitely consider being a part of the
performances next year through a dance
bit and what not.”
Wilson said the event was ev
erything she hoped it would be.
“For me, I think (the Drag Ball) is mostly
about having fun and sharing community
and doing something that, I think, people
from all walks of life really enjoy — just
going to a show that’s really eccentric and
eclectic and fun to see. I just saw people
smiling the whole time and dancing, so
that was awesome,” Wilson said. “I think
the point is just to have fun, and have a big
event that’s free and that people can feel
free to come into and enjoy, and I think
that’s what we accomplished this year. I
hope to do it again next year,” Wilson said.
Rachael Fisher ■ staff Photographer
Savannah Seithel performed "Cooler Than Me" at drag ball. She also per
formed in the event last year with the song "Sharp Dressed Man." However,
this year, she said she put more thought and preparation into her routine.
Seithel is also a member in the student organization Alliance.