Posted on Oct 23, 2022
Despite threats, Sunday morning drag queen storytime event in Eugene will go on
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The manager of Old Nick’s Pub in Eugene says a Sunday drag event will go on, despite violent and angry threats from online extremists.
Jean Woest told KLCC that they’ve held their Drag Queen Storytime event before, but right-wing bloggers and tabloid media have sexualized the event, as well as spread lies about one of the performers: 11-year-old Vannelope Macpherson Dupont.
“The child is not being forced to perform, she wants to perform. She’s really excited, she’s the one who wanted to do it,” said Woest. “And we said, ‘Y’know, okay, we’ll give you an opportunity and we want to make sure that you’ll be safe’. And that’s still our priority.
“And we’ve actually offered to cancel the event several times now, and she’s been the one who’s said she wants to do it, and she doesn’t want to let the bullies win.”
Online trolls have also painted the event as alcohol-driven and for pedophiles, which organizers said was also false.
Jean Woest told KLCC that they’ve held their Drag Queen Storytime event before, but right-wing bloggers and tabloid media have sexualized the event, as well as spread lies about one of the performers: 11-year-old Vannelope Macpherson Dupont.
“The child is not being forced to perform, she wants to perform. She’s really excited, she’s the one who wanted to do it,” said Woest. “And we said, ‘Y’know, okay, we’ll give you an opportunity and we want to make sure that you’ll be safe’. And that’s still our priority.
“And we’ve actually offered to cancel the event several times now, and she’s been the one who’s said she wants to do it, and she doesn’t want to let the bullies win.”
Online trolls have also painted the event as alcohol-driven and for pedophiles, which organizers said was also false.
Despite threats, Sunday morning drag queen storytime event in Eugene will go on
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Challenging misconceptions and supporting performers like her is important. Kudos to the pub for prioritizing her safety and offering to cancel the event if needed. It's unfortunate how online trolls spread false information. I know that most event production companies, like Los Angeles Event Production https://lalightingandsound.com/, ususally ensure a safe and successful event. Keep fighting against the bullies and promoting inclusivity!
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