No one knows what’s going on or what’s coming next.”Ī resident of Fort Lauderdale, Roberson says Florida is a confusing place to be. Is this just a political stunt with no enforcement behind it? Or will people start to get arrested soon? It’s all just surreal. It feels like we’re living in this limbo. “I just cannot believe it,” says Roberson.
It is a very real possibility that Varla, Randy, and Ginger could face arrest if they are even seen in drag in public once the law takes effect. Organizations opposed to the bill like the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) note that laws like this are a clear violation of the First Amendment and create a toxic and hateful atmosphere. As they prepare for a summer season in Provincetown it’s a perilous time for them at home in Florida. So what is it actually like to be a drag queen in Florida? Randy Roberts, Varla Jean Merman (Jeffrey Roberson), and Ginger Minj (Joshua Eads) are all well-known regulars and beloved performers in Provincetown and also Floridians. In turn, it puts added pressure on Provincetown to be a safe haven and supporter of the art form. While the law isn’t in effect yet, culturally it’s had a chilling effect on drag performers in Florida, many who are familiar faces here. If it was an independent country, Florida would be the 16th largest economy in the world, and DeSantis is the only Republican who even comes close to challenging former President Donald Trump for their party’s nomination for 2024 election…and he isn’t even officially a candidate yet. After all, he’s the governor of the third most populous state in the nation. While all of these conservative efforts are happening elsewhere, with 20 other states either considering or passing anti-drag legislation, the actions of Governor DeSantis are having national repercussions. And now a bill sits on the governor’s desk that, once signed, on the surface bans anyone under the age of 18 from seeing adult entertainment-something that is already the law-but which has added language that is vague, and, in the context of the Republican rhetoric around the bill, targets drag queens. But no one’s laughing any more with several recent actions by Governor Ron DeSantis and the Republican-controlled Florida legislature, including the banning of abortions after six weeks, expanding the “Don’t Say Gay” law up to 12th grade, outlawing gender-affirming care for transgender children, banning over 350 books on LGBTQ issues and Black history from the state’s schools, and of course, picking a fight with Disney over the company’s criticism of the governor’s anti-LGBTQ policies. What was once the ideal state for many in America has become a national punchline with frequent “Man/Woman From Florida…” headlines eliciting chuckles and a head shake. They work very hard, they will make you laugh, sing along, and they look amazing.Clouds are forming over the Sunshine State. Be sure to email Carlos to guarantee you are all seated together, since space is limited: We recommend bringing singles ($1) to tip the Drag Queens. LARGE GROUPS: We can seat large groups together with enough advance notice. Or email Carlos at sure to include the following information in your email: the date you bought tickets for, your name, # of people in your group, & a cell phone # in case we need to reach you. RESERVATIONS: After you purchase tickets online, please call Mangoes at #30 to set up reserved seating for you & your friends. The show usually sells out, especially during Key West high season months (December through April). PLANNING AHEAD: We recommend purchasing tickets in advance. Deviled Eggs, Braised Short Rib, Spicy Chicken & Waffles, Cuban French Toast, Mango Cheesecake just to name a few of many delicious items. MENU: Mangoes offers a special Drag Brunch Menu & Specialty Brunch Cocktails that day. Also allowing you time to order food & drinks before the show starts. We recommend arriving at Mangoes Restaurant between 11:30am and 12:00pm to give you time to check in with the host and get seated. WHAT TIME? The Drag Brunch show usually goes from about 12:30pm to 3:00pm-ish. A portion of each ticket sold will be donated to Habitat for Humanity of Key West and Lower Florida Keys. The ticket price includes a fabulous drag show & bottomless mimosas from 12pm to 3pm. HOW MUCH? Tickets for the show are on sale at - click the links above or search “Drag Brunch Key West”. WHERE: Mangoes Restaurant, 700 Duval Street, Key West, Florida (corner of Duval & Angela Streets) Sunday, March 19th, Habitat is the beneficiary of Mangoes’ Famous Drag Brunch!Įnjoy an entertaining brunch with Drag Queen performances, a live DJ, bottomless mimosas, specialty shots and cocktails and a signature á la carte brunch menu - all while supporting affordable homeownership in the Keys! TICKETS
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