Keith Ryan Archives - Chicago Reader

The cast of Mercury Theater Chicago's Priscilla Queen of the Desert stands in front of the prop tour bus. The three drag performers who are at the center of the show are in the center of the photograph wearing bright sleeveless jumpsuits and exaggerated wigs, striking poses. They are surrounded by "tourists" in shorts and camping shirts, taking their photographs.

Queens of the road

by Kerry Reid July 27, 2022July 27, 2022

In 1994, an Australian road comedy about three drag artists heading off in a beat-up tour bus across the Outback felt like a breath of fresh air in a cinematic […]

Arts & Culture

Alex Grelle is back with grelley.

by Brianna Wellen May 27, 2021August 18, 2021

Alex Grelle’s second livestream special breaks out of the confines of his home for something bigger than ever.

Arts & Culture

Alex Grelle is the new David Bowie

by Brianna Wellen February 25, 2020August 18, 2021

The transformative performer channels the legendary artist for the completely original, electric Floor Show.