Evanston True Colors Drag Show Spotlights Performers With Disabilities

EVANSTON, IL — Sketchbook Brewing Company in Evanston will host the True Colors Drag Show, spotlighting performers with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

The True Colors Drag Show was started by two local performers, ZiZi D-Lite and Chrysanthemum, who aimed to demonstrate that drag can be for anyone, no matter their ability level.

"Given the current discourse around drag and divisive political times, True Colors is a testament to the beauty of the art form and comes at a time when the need to showcase how drag can be a powerful and important creative outlet is never more felt," organizers said.

This year's lineup includes performers with Down syndrome and those with hearing loss. The free event will take place on March 29 at 7 p.m. at Sketchbook Brewing Company, 821 Chicago Ave.

“I want to inspire others not to be afraid to express themselves through Drag," performer Chrome Snatchica said. "It's important so that all artists can be heard and seen. We want to be accepted and included in the drag community.”