TBA:19 LATE NIGHT

THE BACK TO SCHOOL KIKI BALL

by Brandon Harrison

PDXBall presents The Back to School Kiki Ball, a thrilling competition that shows a glimpse of Portland's dynamic Kiki ballroom community. The Kiki ballroom scene is a subculture of the mainstream ballroom world and was created to practice walking or competing in the many ‘categories’ of the international ballroom arena. The theme "Back to School" will influence the decor, competitive categories, and attire of the participants. Spectators and first-time ball attendees are welcome to join in the fun by dressing to the theme. If it is your first time at a ball, you are highly encouraged to attend and cheer on the competitors who have trained for each category. Join us in celebrating a powerful and inspiring community that uplifts and centers queer and trans black, indigenous land, people of color.

ARTIST BIO

Brandon Harrison is the founder of the PDXBall. He is also the founder and father of the Kiki House of Flora. Over the past few years, Brandon has helped grow the ballroom scene in Portland, Oregon. He also helps mentor the growing Kiki ballroom scenes in Boise, Denver, and Salt Lake City where he is known as their Fairy Godfather. Brandon performs in drag as Hydrangea Strangea, and also goes by Hydrangea 007 in the mainstream ballroom scenes around the world. A former member of the Legendary House of Mizrahi, his new 007 title means he is not currently in a major house but is up for grabs!