Jay Casale
Jay Casale
Dragging Out the Vote with Lady Celestina
Dragging Out the Vote with Lady Celestina
Dragging Out the Vote with Lady Celestina
Monday 31st August 2020
Join Jay and Lady Celestina as they discuss drag culture, COVID-19 challenges, and the importance of voting on 'The Lighter Side'.
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Get the buttons here!Lady Celestina: Drag, Resilience, and the Power of Voting
People look to us, which is also kind of a funny thing too, because we equate it to being like a disney character meet and greet in the park, right, but some people come up to you and talk to you as if they've known you for years.
What happens when the world of drag meets the urgency of voting? In this episode of 'The Lighter Side with Jay', Jay Casale sits down with Matt Yee, better known as Lady Celestina, to uncover the layers of drag culture and its role in activism. Matt, who has spent the last five years dazzling audiences as the top-hat-wearing Lady Celestina, shares his journey from a hectic dual life to adjusting to pandemic realities.
The conversation dives into how the drag community has been hit by COVID-19, with performers facing income loss and the challenge of staying connected with their audiences. But it's not all doom and gloom. Lady Celestina brings a spark of hope by discussing the #dragoutthevote movement, where drag queens are stepping up as ambassadors to encourage voting. Through humor and heartfelt stories, she explains how drag can be a powerful tool for social change.
As Lady Celestina puts it, 'People look to us, which is also kind of a funny thing too, because we equate it to being like a Disney character meet and greet in the park, right, but some people come up to you and talk to you as if they've known you for years'. This episode is perfect for anyone curious about the intersection of art and activism or looking for a dose of resilience and creativity during tough times.
Whether you're a long-time fan of drag or new to the scene, Lady Celestina's candid insights and Jay's empathetic hosting make this conversation a must-listen.