King LOTUS BOY: Embracing Healing and Spirituality Through Drag
Drag is worship of your own soul, your essence.
What happens when the worlds of drag, spirituality, and personal healing collide? In this episode, Bonnie Violet sits down with King LOTUS BOY, a shapeshifting, transgender and nonbinary drag artist who’s also unapologetically disabled and Chinese-American. Based in Oakland, CA, King LOTUS BOY uses a unique blend of poetry, lipsync, qigong, tai chi, monologue, and original music to explore themes of gender fluidity, accessibility, and trauma recovery.
They tackle tough issues like ableism, anti-Asian racism, and transphobia with a touch of humor that makes their performances both enlightening and entertaining. This episode dives into how King LOTUS BOY’s artistry not only entertains but also educates, helping audiences learn—or unlearn—something about themselves and the world. Through their narrative, you'll discover how drag can be a powerful tool for spiritual connection and personal transformation.
If you’re curious about the intersection of drag and spirituality or simply looking for an inspiring story of resilience and self-love, this conversation is one you won't want to miss.