A stage for everyone

Indy Drag Theatre was conceived between Drew Bryson (Blair St. Clair) and Alyjah Duff (April Rosé) with the idea of merging theatre and drag in Indianapolis. That idea has grown into this wonderful organization.It is our hope to bring Hoosiers together by offering a safe space to become immersed in queer culture for both artists and audiences.

Drag is an artform that has always been a part of theatre, and allows people to play characters of any gender. We honor that tradition with what we do today, creating opportunities for for all types of gender expression in any role.  There is drag in everyone, and drag is for everyone.

Under the costuming and wigs, we are Hoosiers with stories to share.This stage gives us the space to share those stories with you. This story is told through lip-synched performance, which may be something new to theatre-goers, but is part of the tradition of drag performance.

We hope that you enjoy this unique theatrical experience, and we invite you to be part of our community both on and off stage. 

CAST

CATHERINE OF ARAGON - Natasha Kennedy

ANNE BOLEYN - “CíCí” Pasión

JANE SEYMOUR - Madison Avenue

ANNA OF CLEVES - Brentlee Bich

KATHERINE HOWARD - Kiki Crimi

CATHERINE PARR - Natalie PortMa’am

QUEEN SWING - Kelsey McDaniel

SIR PLUCK-A-LOT (BASS) - Dallas Fort Worth

KEYS MCQUEEN (KEYBOARD) - Jared Matthew

EARL OF BEATS (DRUMS) - Faith Camire

DUKE STRUMMER (GUITAR) - Freddie Fatale

THE QUEENS

THE CROWN JEWELS: THE ROYAL BAND

CREW

STAGE MANAGER - Brian Kitta

LIGHTING TECHNICIAN - Paully Crumpacker

PROP ARTIST - Tricera Tits

WIG TECH - Gayle Thyme

STAGE CREW - Mason Veselsky

FRONT OF HOUSE MANAGER - Ashley Barr

STAFF

DIRECTOR/CHOREOGRAPHER/WRITER - April Rosé

ASSISTANT CHOREOGRAPHER - Canila Carpenter

PRODUCTION MANAGER - Brian Kitta

ARTISTIC DIRECTOR - Blair St. Clair

CREATIVE DIRECTOR - April Rosé

TECHNICAL DIRECTOR - Jason Hoffman

SET DESIGN - Miss KayOttic

LIGHTING DESIGN - Paully Crumpacker

COSTUME DESIGN - Caitlin Davey

MAKEUP DESIGN - Celeste Al’Dreams

WIG DESIGN - Gayle Thyme

SOUND ENGINEER - Cadence

IDT Board

Max Maneater

Axel Brozie

Sean Seager

Eli Rose

Geovani Bonilla
Kalinda
Warren Reed-Cruz

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VICE PRESIDENT

TREASURER

SECRETARY

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Indy Drag Theatre is a huge creative endeavor. Between rehearsals, costumes, wigs, set construction, there is so much that goes into making our production as fabulous as the drag artists in it!

None of this would be possible without YOU. Indianapolis continues to uplift the queer community, and we are appreciative for your attendance, your visibility, and your support. On behalf of the entire cast, crew, and staff of Indy Drag Theatre, we want to say thank you. 

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IN LOVING MEMORY

Indy Drag Theatre honors the incredible artists who
graced our stage with their talent, passion, and light. 

While we miss them here, their voices still echo, their stories still inspire, and their spirit forever lives in our hearts.

Drew (Drucilla) Demora

Tristyn St. Clair

We love you. Always and forever. 

About a year ago, Indy Drag Theatre’s Executive team pitched the biggest risk in IDT history: a move from our beloved home stage on Mass Ave to the Phoenix Theatre Cultural Centre. Admittedly, as a risk-averse Board President and loyal subject to our reign in the local arts and entertainment scene, I was skeptical. What would become of our company and community? How could we honor our humble history and embrace a ‘sky-is-the-limit’ approach to our own growth? What does my finance guy say about all this?!

As any President should do, I consulted the experts and conferred with the constituents. It was clear that IDT’s rhinestoned ambitions had grown, and we needed new partnerships to realize our vision. I signed on the dotted line and triggered the cascade of unglamorous operational adjustments that come with contracts. We posted the press release. The new era had begun.

In the 1500s, chroniclers wrote one-sided histories at the behest of a King. Anne Boleyn didn’t livestream her take on TikTok and there were no brand ambassadors to soften Katherine Howard’s condemnation. Even so, having every modern tool at your fingertips doesn’t ensure storied success. In fact, we often leverage these tools against the user, fueling confusion and anger instead of truth and grace. The proverbial beheading is still, always, a possibility.

If you were with us in the earliest years, you may have caught the touring cast of SIS, inspired by the Broadway musical but written as a jukebox cabaret with original voiceovers. It was experimental, unprecedented, and our sound engineer’s nightmare. But despite its unique deviations from typical retellings, it was also one of the countless examples of IDT’s pursuit to humanize those who would be forgotten – to write in the stories so many of us long to (and need to!) see on stage. And maybe these are exactly the types of risks we elected IDT to take. It’s in our reign. It’s in our blood.

Indy Drag Theatre is more than a stage. We’re more than a single show or a sound bite. We’re a network of creatives, bound to a queer experience and committed to telling our stories – even, and in spite of, our increasing mainstream visibility and success. If the Phoenix Theatre is our throne, our bodies are nobility. Everyone is royalty.

I am honored to steward the transition to the Phoenix Theatre Cultural Centre alongside this royal court of audiences and artists, and thank you all for supporting SIX: A Drag Parody Musical. 

Fiercely,

Max Maneater
2026 IDT Board President

UP NEXT

Virtual auditions for Snatch Game of Love: A Live Parody Gameshow are due Saturday, April 4 by 11:59p. 

Auditions for Night School: A Drag Parody Musical are on Sunday, May 31 at 1:00p at the Phoenix Theatre Cultural Centre. 

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Meet the Cast

  • BRENTLEE BICH (He/She/They)

    ANNA OF CLEVES

    HI, IT’S BRENTLEE!!! Brentlee Bich is Indy’s Mx Pink-Haired Drag Popstar that brings their ‘Red Bull put into motion’ energy to every stage they perform on. This glittery pop sensation showcases their bubbly personality & tickles your funny bone with their dazzling charm and high camp humor! They have been in numerous IDT productions including: Mean Queens (Damien), Chicago (Mawma Morton), Carrie (Chris Hagensen), and recently, Clue (Mrs. Peacock). You can find them on social media at @ItsBrentleeBich on all platforms to find out where to catch them next or tune into their podcast ‘Pop & Circus: The Show Must Go On’. dfdfThey hope you enjoy the show! They hope you enjoy the show!

  • “CÍCÍ” PASIÓN (She/Her)

    ANNE BOLEYN

    Camponiona Canton Pasión aka “CíCí” Pasión is an American-Filipina and proud Transgender Artist based in Indianapolis, IN. She is elated to be part of her 5th IDT production and has been privileged with other great experiences. Such as dancing for the Pacers Sport & Entertainment Co. and choreographing for RuPaul’s Drag Race Star Silky Nutmeg Ganache. In prior shows CiCi has also had the privilege of playing characters like Passion in HAIRSLAY, Norma in CARRIE, and Baby Fiona in SHREK. CiCi is honored to be part of this incredibly beautiful cast & invites everyone to join this chosen family. Venmo/CashApp: @cicipasion 

  • DALLAS FORT WORTH (He/Him)

    SIR PLUCK-A-LOT (BASS)

    The headband himbo of Indianapolis, Dallas Fort Worth brings a performance style to the stage that is a little sexy, a little stupid, and always full of surprises. He’s excited to join his second production with IDT after playing Grimsby in “The Little Mermaid” in 2023.

  • FAITH CAMIRE (She/Her)

    EARL OF BEATS (DRUMS)

    Faith Camire is ecstatic to be in her 2nd IDT production, her 1st credit being Frozen: A Drag Parody Musical in the ensemble. She wants to thank IDT for letting her step out of her comfort zone, have a creative outlet, and join a loving community. As well as all of her friends and family who have supported her along the way. 

  • FREDDIE FATALE (Any Pronouns)

    DUKE STRUMMER (GUITAR)

    Freddie is ecstatic to return to the IDT stage and fulfill their rock band fantasy! An electric and theatrical drag-lesque performer, Freddie has had the honor of getting to perform in many venues in Bloomington and Indy. At IDT, you may have seen them most recently as Professor Plum in Clue: A Drag Parody. Freddie would like to thank their friends and family for their continued love and support. Instagram: @freddie__fatale 

  • JARED MATTHEW (He/Him)

    KEYS MCQUEEN (KEYBOARD) 

    Jared Matthew is what happens when boy band fantasy meets main character energy. He found his spotlight in Chicago in 2018—and he’s been heating up Midwest stages ever since. With Indy Drag Theatre, he’s shown his range in Legally Blonde, Chicago, The Little Mermaid (as a hoverboarding King Triton), and Little Shop of Whorrors (as a suspiciously seductive Seymour). Audiences last saw him serving reindeer realness as Kristoff in Frozen. Now, Jared is back and turning up the volume as Keys McQueen in SIX, ready to riff, reign, and remind you that royalty comes with a killer hook. Whether he’s commanding the stage or spinning tracks as DJ Push Play, Jared doesn’t just perform—he flirts shamelessly with the spotlight.

  • KELSEY MCDANIEL  (She/Her)

    QUEEN SWING

    Kelsey is so excited to be joining this fierce group of artists! She was last seen with IDT in Sweeney Todd as Judge Turpin. Recent performing credits include: A Beef and Boards Christmas (Quartet) and Waitress (Swing/Jenna Cover). Other performing credits include: Joseph…Dreamcoat (Narrator), Kinky Boots (Lauren), The Last 5 Years (Cathy), Spring Awakening (Wendla), and Heathers (Veronica). She is a proud (and broke) graduate of New York University where she studied Vocal Performance. All my love to my friends and family. Instagram: @_kelseymcdaniel_

  • KIKI CRIMI (She/Her)

    KATHERINE HOWARD

    Kiki Crimi is a captivating, creative, chameleon drag queen that will always give you life! Also known as Indiananpolis’s fresh tilapia tuna tartare, she goes from stage to stage delivering dance, comedy, sexiness, and a wide range of emotions depending on her current mental health episode. She will make you laugh, cry, hoot, holler, howl, and sometimes bark! Enjoyed her as Katherine Howard and are hungry for more? Find this creamy delight at @kikicrimi on Instagram!

  • MADISON AVENUE (She/Her)

    JANE SEYMOUR

    Madison Avenue is so excited to be apart of Indy Drag Theatre’s debut at the Phoenix Theatre Cultural Centre! You may have seen her in other IDT productions such as Clue: A Drag Parody (Yvette) and Sweeney Todd: A Drag Parody Musical (Johanna). For those REALLY deep in the lore, you may have seen Madison as Katherine Howard in SIS: A Drag Parody Cabaret, IDT’s original jukebox production of SIX! Huge thanks and shoutouts to IDT for giving her a space to perform, Haus of Diva, and of course Skylar and Freckle! Madison dedicates this performance to Tristyn St. Clair, who played Jane Seymour in the first cabaret production of SIX at IDT.

  • NATALIE PORTMA’AM (She/They)

    CATHERINE PARR

    This is Natalie’s sixth consecutive IDT show! Ironic isn’t it! Natalie’s over the moon to be involved with such a wonderful company. It has been such an honor to work with such creative and compassionate people for the past six shows. She is so excited to bring Catherine Parr’s story to life! Parr was the finale wife and did so many wonderful things under her rule. For example she convinced Henry to let his estranged daughters back into the line of succession then went on to educate them. Parr was a stronger woman and Natalie is so honor to portray her in Six a drag parody! 

  • NATASHA KENNEDY (She/Her)

    CATHERINE OF ARAGON

    Natasha is 37 years old and has been doing drag since the year 2008. Natasha is a Midwest transplant from Huntsville Alabama. She moved to Indy 5 years ago with her husband: Haiden, 2 dogs: Dottie and Kit, and 1 cat: Jimmy. Bonus points if you can name the movie their names are from. Natasha performed 2 years ago with IDT in Chicago as part of the chorus. She can’t elate how excited she is to step into one of SIX lead roles. Now, she has a question for the audience: Do you think those other queens will win the competition? NO WAY!?