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DRAG SYNDROME.

Founded by artistic director Daniel Vais in 2018, Drag Syndrome is the world’s first collective of drag queens and kings with Down syndrome, defying what society expects of them and proving that anyone can embrace their inner superstar.

As well as performing at iconic LGBTQ venues like the Royal Vauxhall Tavern, and British staples like the Royal Opera House and the Royal Albert Hall, they’ve travelled across Northern Europe and even have a tour of the globe planned for the year ahead.

Here, we speak to four members of the colourful troupe – Justin Bond, Horrora Shebang, Gaia Callas, and Lady Francesca

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