Mighty Real
Photo Essay: Austin's Underground Drag Scene
Photo By Jana Birchum
Mother Figures
Kids like Scott don't necessarily have to go it alone. There is in the drag/transgender community a tradition of "drag mothers," older performers who take young, inexperienced wannabes and help them learn the ropes. Both Kelly and Goldie serve in this role.
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