Event Info
KNOCKOUT: Battle To The Belt
Get ready for the ultimate DRAG face-off at KNOCKOUT
6:00pm - 10:00pm
From $15.70
Event Description
KNOCKOUT: Battle To The Belt
Drag King Sylvester Stalletto and Drag Queen Henrietta Dubét join forces to co-produce a can’t miss lip sync competition show titled “Knockout: Battle to the Belt.” The up and coming drag legend on the block known as The Chilean Stallion, has been performing for 1.5 years and Sylvester is exhilarated to be bringing his dream show to life. Co-producer and self-proclaimed ‘Queen of the People’ Henrietta Dubét will be bringing her 10 years of drag skills to the table as the two icons collaborate in the creation of a new and unique community connection boosting experience through healthy competition in the artform of drag.
Based on unceded territory of the Lək̓ wəŋən Peoples and the Songhees, W̱ SÁNEĆ, and Esquimalt First Nations, the dynamic duo is thrilled to highlight a diverse and talented lineup. “Knockout” hosts Henrietta and Sylvester are eager to introduce and provide a spotlight to uplift local drag. From established performers to fresh talent hitting the scene, excitement is brewing for the cast of this outstanding event.
A competition can be daunting, which is why this lip sync tournament will be unlike any other. Through the process of bringing their ideas to life, the pair have implemented practices to actively aid the performers and ensure they are supported and encouraged, rather than knocked down or pitted against each other.
The winner will be celebrated by the community, granted the newly-sought after title of “Glitterweight Champion” and will earn the opportunity to perform a ‘victory lap’ across local venues. In addition to booking opportunities, the coveted “Glitterweight Champion Belt” will be presented to the triumphant competitor! Follow the event’s Instagram (@battletothebelt) to root for the last King, Thing, Queen or Monster standing in the ring.
19 event
Doors: 6pm
Show: 8pm
Venue & Accessibility
Location & Transport
Wicket Hall is located at 919 Douglas St, part of the Strathcona Hotel Complex.
The venue is 50 meters from the closest bus stop and has a late-night taxi stop directly outside the entrance.
Access
Wicket Hall is a wheelchair accessible venue.
Access to the venue is via a flight of 17 steps from street level or via lift within the Strathcona Hotel Complex. If you would like to use the lift, please contact security or management at the door and an access lead will escort you down to the event.
The bar, seating and accessible washroom level at Wicket Hall is fully wheelchair accessible.
There are two sets of 3-5 steps to access the dance floor level with ramps available. Please inform a member of staff if you would like to use a ramp to access the dance floor.
This event is not a low-sound or low-lighting production event.
Washrooms
Wicket Hall has two sets of gender-neutral washrooms accessed via three steps and a fully accessible washroom on the main bar and seating level.
In-Person Event
Fri. March 1st 2024 + Add to Calendar
The Wicket Hall
