A good host is the glue that holds a show together and the lubricant that keeps everything flowing smoothly. They can command a room with confidence and deal with challenges unfazed. If you’ve ever thought about stepping into your own unique hosting shoes and captivating a crowd, then apply now to the So You Think You Can Host masterclass and find out how it’s done!
Happening in Glasgow on Sunday May 19th at The Dream Machine participation is free of charge, made possible with support from The National Lottery through Creative Scotland's Open Fund, but spaces are strictly limited. See application info below.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Join veteran show hosts Markee de Saw and King Confuza in this masterclass that will take you from 'zero to emcee hero' on your path towards your first host gig!
With a focus on hosting drag, cabaret and burlesque body and sex positive shows that prioritise the artistry of queer performers, performers of colour, performers with disabilities, performers over 40 and performers who are negatively affected by the Patriarchy, Markee and Confuza will be sharing their insider knowledge, skills and top tips in this interactive masterclass about hosting a show.
DATE Sunday 19th May 2024
TIME 1:30pm - 5:30pm with breaks.
WHERE The Dream Machine, Glasgow - The Dream Machine is a wheelchair accessible venue with both gender neutral and accessible toilets.
APPLY BY: Fri 10th May 2024 at tinyurl.com/SoYouThinkYouCanHost
Although this masterclass is better suited to people currently performing within the Drag King genre, we will consider all applications!
Successful applicants will be notified on Mon 13th May 2024.
Donation Only ‘Tickets’ have been created with this event listing - making a donation does not positively affect your application outcome in any way. Having a Donation Only ‘Ticket’ does not grant entry to the event. If you would like to apply to the So You Think You Can Host masterclass, you do not need to make a donation and can simply click the link shown above. All donations will go towards costs of keeping our events as accessible as possible beyond July 2024.
Thank you.
