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Deanna Knight hosts drag events to uplift the Springfield community

Local Drag Queen Deanna Knight
Courtesy of Deanna Knight
Local Drag Queen Deanna Knight

Deanna Knight is a local drag queen. She spoke to Community Voices about her journey in drag, the drag scene in Springfield, and the impact of recent political shifts on the community. She also highlighted her efforts to uplift the community through upcoming events Drag Bingo with Otis & Ethel on April 4th and Club La Cage: An Evening of Springfield’s Best Drag Artists on April 5th, featuring talented drag queens and kings.

Beatrice is the Community Voices Editor for NPR Illinois. Reach Bea at communityvoices@nprillinois.org.
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