Bella Luna: the Indigenous, Latina, Brazilian drag queen Barbie
"What is Boston Drag" - vol 2. / no. 16
Through my reporting on Boston queer nightlife, I have noticed a general lack of coverage on local drag scenes and the performers that define queer New England. “What is Boston Drag?” is a space for local performers and community members to explore their regional culture and local talent.
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From her bedroom to Boston Drag Gauntlet, Bella Luna is New England’s own Indigenous, Latina, Brazilian drag queen Barbie. After dabbling in drag at a young age, distancing herself from the religious environment she grew up in, Bella dove headfirst into the art form during the 2020 quarantine. Since, Bella has performed across Boston, currently competing as a Newcomer in Boston Drag Gauntlet Cycle 5: “Newcomers vs Veterans.” Carefully crafting her persona, Bella is hyperfocused on developing her own unique drag style and doing so within Boston’s queer, Latinx community.
