Looking forward to seeing Art Simone and Karen from Finance on the show.
Clip of the cast announcement -
https://www.instagram.com/p/CMD6B3THGKy/?igshid=1hiexa28ak5wd
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Is there any word on when this will air? It seems like it might now be earlier in the year.
My one problem with Drag Race is how they overkill it with too many seasons so close together (and overlapping). Currently both the US and UK versions are airing and we know that another US All Stars has been filmed which will likely start straight after the current US season. Plus now the Aussie one is coming. Last year they also did a range of celeb specials.
I’m keen for the Aussie season but would rather it not be on at the same time as either of the US seasons. I don’t watch UK Drag Race for that reason as one season at a time is enough.
Yeah, I’m hoping they hold off until at least All Stars has finished airing. Ideally till after Canada has finished airing (if that is still going ahead). It seems they are pushing it now though, so must be airing soon.
You’re missing out. IMHO UK drag race is wayyyy better than the US one this year.
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This US season has been dragging on way too long. It took weeks to eliminate someone and there was a non-elim ep recently too. I don’t find this cast that exciting either.
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I’m bored with the US season this year. Not a fan what’s so ever.
I’m really liking this years UK season compared to the first season last year. Normally second seasons can’t match the first but not this time. So much better than the first.
I love gottmik and Simone though. Rest of the season is a bit meh.
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That is controversial. That is like saying I find it difficult to comprehend how a woman can work in construction… Seriously.
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There are bio-queens out there. They are cis women dressed as a drag queen. Drag is no longer based on gender.
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NZ queens doing a bit of press:
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First and only warning: be respectful, or you’ll lose posting privileges.
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So we’re not allowed to post our opinions anymore?
Hasn’t it always been a rule that you aren’t to comment on people’s appearances?
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You don’t get to insult somebody’s physical appearance just because that’s your opinion.
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Series will also premiere on the same day on TVNZ 2 / TVNZ OnDemand.
So looks like they will go straight into it when the US season ends. Hopefully there’s a bit of a break before the next All Stars and they don’t all overlap.
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Shantay, G’day! RuPaul’s Drag Race Down Under comes to BBC Three this spring
Following an incredible series of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK, BBC Three is delighted to be bringing another dose of Drag Race magic to UK audiences in the form of Drag Race Down Under. It’s another great opportunity for us to work with World Of Wonder and I hope that fans enjoy this first series from Australia and New Zealand.
Drag Race Down Under will see ten of the most koala-fied Aussie and Kiwi queens competing for the title of Down Under’s First Drag Superstar. The series will be available to UK viewers exclusively on BBC iPlayer this May, providing a treat for fans eagerly waiting series three of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK.
Joining RuPaul on the judging panel will be Drag Race royalty Michelle Visage and Australian comedian Rhys Nicholson, who will bring his signature serving of wit and style to the most fabulous reality show in herstory.
The 10 fierce Aussie and Kiwi queens include: Anita Wigl’it (NZ), Art Simone (VIC), Coco Jumbo (NSW), Elektra Shock (NZ), Etcetera Etcetera (NSW), JoJo Zaho (NSW), Karen from Finance (VIC), Kita Mean (NZ), Maxi Shield (NSW) and Scarlet Adams (WA).
RuPaul’s Drag Race Down Under - produced by media company World of Wonder - is the latest in many international editions of the series that have captivated audiences across the globe, including the hugely successful RuPaul’s Drag Race UK. Squirrel friends of the show can expect iconic high fashion looks, cryptic challenges, werkroom dramas and weekly lip-sync for your life battles featuring death drops galore. Viewers can look forward to even more shade and drama than ever before with an extra-large helping of Australasian pop culture and sass!
Fenton Bailey and Randy Barbato, Executive Producers of World Of Wonder say: “It’s a testament to RuPaul’s determination that we were finally able to film Drag Race Down Under. We are thrilled to be continuing our relationship with the BBC to bring the creative queens of Down Under to UK audiences.”
Fiona Campbell, Controller, BBC Three, says: “Following an incredible series of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK, BBC Three is delighted to be bringing another dose of Drag Race magic to UK audiences in the form of Drag Race Down Under. It’s another great opportunity for us to work with World Of Wonder and I hope that fans enjoy this first series from Australia and New Zealand.”
Canberra to wait any longer? BBC Three will release the eight-part series weekly on BBC iPlayer, transmitted in line with Australia and New Zealand. The first episode will be available on BBC iPlayer from 9am on 2 May.
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