Artist of the Day | GODIVA
ARTIST OF THE DAY
10.02.2021
GODIVA
LOCATION
Edmonton, AB
GENRE
Drag
With the current pandemic, the state of the music and touring industry has dramatically changed. Where were you when everything was brought to a halt?
Here in Edmonton.
How has that affected your plans for the coming year? Did you have a tour planned, upcoming album release?
I was to hand over The title of Alberta’s Drag Superstar to a new drag performer but the contest at Evolution was canceled due to restrictions. It has also changed performing originally reducing audiences to a minimum then moving to an online only platform. I took on a new title (Grand Duchess) with a fundraising organization called the Imperial Sovereign Court of the Wild Rose and we are challenged by the restrictions in some ways but in others it has opened our fundraisers to a larger audiences.
What have you been doing to fill/make the most of your new-found free time at home? How are you supporting your mental health through all of this?
I have a solid full time career outside of performing where I get out of the house everyday and spend a few hours outside. I binge Netflix like so many other people and have expanded my collection of Chalet Glass by searching online sales.
How are dealing with the Covid second wave?
I miss seeing people. Online performances fill the gap but nothing beats the aura of a live audience.
Favourite Starlite Room Moment?
Performing at Pure Pride with Binki and Tequila Mockingbird.
Do you have a message for everyone at home reading this?
Support local artists! Online shows are easy to access and affordable. Check out ISCWR, PartyQueens, and Dragging our Heels on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube to see Edmonton’s amazing drag and burlesque talent.
If you would like to be our next ARTIST OF THE DAY please email us at:
JEN@CONCERTWORKS.CA
