A heartfelt and hilarious story of queer joy!
Briefly introduce yourself/your company…
Jack Bumbala, they/he, is a trans, autistic artist who sprouted in the unceded traditional territory of the Algonquin Anishinabe Nation (Ottawa, ON), but has now rooted down on the unceded traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations (Vancouver, BC). Jack is an eccentric artist, who hopes to translate their love of learning and observation into unique and impactful theatre.
What is it that makes your work/company unique?
My personal artist mantra is “if you have the privilege of an audience and a stage, say something worthwhile”. I really do think that in times of such political and social turmoil, that art is a defining factor in changing the world, and uplifting the masses. I do my best to use my own lived experiences as a queer, trans and neurodivergent person to represent those like myself onstage, and tell their stories.
What kind of experience do you hope audiences will have during your show?
After all the turmoil, I really hope audiences can leave with a sense of queer joy. There is a lot of queer discomfort in the world, which motivates a lot of queer work to be centred around sadness. I hope “GOD’S A DRAG”, can lend audiences an opportunity for laughter, lightheartedness and euphoria, but if audiences leave confused I think that is okay too, because being queer is confusing.
Without spoilers, tell us what you think audiences will remember most about your show…
How do you feel about participating in the 40th anniversary of the Vancouver Fringe!?
Tickets for ‘God’s A Drag‘ are on sale now, taking place at The Waterfront Theatre from 5 – 15 Sep. Book your spot today for just $18 per person!
