Celebrating Pride: Kendall Gender presents KENAISSANCE

Part of the Beyond the Beat Music Series, a performance with a finalist in Canada’s Drag Race

May 24, 2024, doors open at 8:00 p.m.

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All ages welcome. Visitors may be required to show proof of age to purchase alcohol.

Performer, host, model and 2SLGBTQI+ activist Kendall Gender is a bona fide Canadian drag sensation. Join us on Friday, May 24, when Kendall will perform KENAISSANCE, an immersive show inspired by Beyoncé’s iconic Renaissance world tour.

Kendall is best known for her stellar appearance on season 2 of Canada’s Drag Race, where she placed in the top three. Most recently she was seen on All stars – Canada vs. the World. She is also known for being the queer ambassador for Annabelle Cosmetics and Fairmont Hotels and was a member of infamous drag group BRATPACK. Kendall is a past winner of elite drag competition “Vancouver’s Next Drag Superstar” in 2017. She was elected as the “Empress of Vancouver” and raised over $25,000 for various charities as a part of the Dogwood Monarchist Society. In 2020, she was the first drag performer to do a halftime performance at the Rugby 7’s game, performing for a crowd of 50,000 people. Kendall was also the first drag artist in history to be listed as one of Vancouvers “Power 50” by Vancouver Magazine.

Kendall, a biracial artist, started the show VISIBLE as a platform to raise money and awareness for visible minorities. In 2020, events moved digital and raised over $9,000 for Black Lives Matter during a single event.

Kendall is currently making her mark in the acting world. In 2022, she made her acting debut in the lead role of the film Stay, playing the character Kaleb/Ivy Diamonds. The film debuted at national and international film festivals in March 2023. In late 2023, she wrapped a project titled The Bearded Girl, which is currently in post‐production. Kendall is also a current guest star on FOX TV’s Alert, playing the character Hot Canary.

Always dressed to the nines and known for explosive, high‐energy performances that radiate positivity and ooze confidence, Kendall is a powerhouse who continues to leave audiences wanting more as her star continues to rise.

These delightful drag artists kick off the show with their high‐energy performances:

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The Kaptain

As a DJ spinning and living in Treaty 1 Territory, The Kaptain has been building their skill and practice for 10 years. Their unique mixes meld culture, connection and their eclectic musical taste. They combine the sounds and spirit of their culture as an Inuk and Anishinaabe performer. Whether they are mixing pow‐wow with electronic dance music or hip‐hop and country, they always bring beats to move the crowd. They have graced stages across Turtle Island, including festivals, conferences, weddings, Pride festivals and community events.

The Kaptain will perform before the show, during intermission and after the show.

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Feather Talia

Feather Talia is a Two‐Spirit Indigiqueer drag queen who started performing in Regina, Saskatchewan, but now resides in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The pride of Muskowekwan First Nation, she represents her culture through her performances and make‐up skills. Since moving to Winnipeg, she has been given the title “Indigiqueer Drag Comedian.” She is also one of the founders of "The Bannock Babes" which has been taking Canada by storm. When performing, she brings sassy, yet outrageously funny entertainment. She will either amaze audiences with her stunts or make their guts sore from laughter!

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Ruby Chopstix

Ruby Chopstix’s goal is to empower, inspire and help queer BIPOC in all she does. Recently inaugurated as Rainbow Resource Centre’s first drag artist‐in‐residence, she is working on “The Velvet Rope: A BIPOC Showcase and Party,” creating her house for BIPOC called “The Dynasty,” opening for the Canada's Drag Race Season 2 Tour and Rêve and performing at Ai‐Kon 23! She is the drag queen who fights evil by moonlight, wins love by daylight and never runs from a real fight!

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Traycee

Traycee is a proud Filipinx Winnipeg‐based drag queen who holds the title of “Lipsync Assassin of Winnipeg.” She also received the 2022–2023 “Rising Star Award” from the Imperial & Sovereign Court of Winnipeg and all of Manitoba (SOMS). She is part of the electrifying BIPOC drag group “Chemical X.” Fearless, creative and beautiful, Traycee is the representation she wished she had for her younger self. With the biggest heart and tricks, be prepared to have your mind blown!

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