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Fans of Taylor's competition The Gold Rush, will recognise the pageant format from the semi-final challenge The Blue Ribband Babe - but this time there is a twist! Competing in 4 categories across the night the performers must showcase:
A Talent show - the contestants will share a talent with the audience (usually this is a performance)Creative Swimwear - the contestants will put a creative spin on the old pageant favouriteBest Drag - the most over the top, executed to perfection version of themselvesLIVE Q&A - can our contestants think on their feet? Or will they fall over their words? Will we ever get world peace?Alongside Taylor will be a panel of esteemed judges from the Gold Rush. Watch our instagram channel @thegoldrushldn for announcements of who you will need to start bribing. 12 applicants will be selected and put through to the live show where they will stand the chance to bag themselves the grand prize!
What Else Can We Expect?
Once we have crowned our winner expect live performances from our 3 judges in an after party you'll never forget. Tracks all night long from our Resident Gold Rush DJ! Get your tickets now to avoid disappointment in what will be one of East London's most out there pageants ever!
This is a standing event. If you have special requirements please let us know and we will do our best to accomodate your needs.
AccessibilityInclusivity And Accessibility Are Important To Us - If You Have Accessibility Requirements Please Do Not Hesitate To Contact Us. Below Is The Colours Hoxton General Accessibility Policy & Information.
Access Requirements:
For access requirements not covered below, or should you wish to discuss
anything further, please call the venue on 020 7613 0709, or email
[email protected]. Should you require any assistance on arrival at
the venue please ask a member of staff and we will be happy to help.
Steps:
The street to the entrance lobby of the venue is step-free. There are 5 steps
down to the Main Bar space. We have an incline stair lift with a capacity of
300kg to the right of these steps, making the entrance to the Main Bar space
step free. After this, the Live Room and Accessible Toilets are step-free.
There is also an alternative entrance through The Green Room which has a set
of 2 steps, and a set of 3 steps to get down to the main space.
Viewing Platforms:
The Live Room is a fully standing space with no fixed seating. There are no
viewing platforms, but we can arrange for early access to the room to ensure
the best view for seated customers. If you require early access or seating
arrangements please contact us.
Ticketing:
We can provide 1 free-access guestlist spot for a Support Worker or Carer,
with a General Admission ticket purchase. Please purchase your ticket in
advance and contact the venue to arrange guestlist access for a Support
Worker or Carer.
Toilet Facilities:
There is a step-free Accessible Toilet in the venue, please speak to a member
of staff on arrival for access.
Sound Amplification:
Unfortunately, there is no hearing loop system in the venue.
Guide Dogs:
Guide dogs are welcome at the venue but depending on the style of event, it
is likely that the Live Room will not be a suitable environment for a guide
dog. Our staff will be happy to look after them during the performance. If
you wish to bring your guide dog to the venue, please contact the venue in
advance.
Bars:
All 3 of our bars are accessible via 5 steps down to the main space. There is
a lowered-access service point in the Live Room bar. Transport & Parking.
Train:
The nearest Tube station is Old Street which is a 5 minute walk. The nearest
Overground Stations are Shoreditch High Street and Hoxton, which are a 5-10
minute walk. The nearest National Rail Train Station is Liverpool Street,
which is a 15-20 minute walk.
Bus: Routes 21, 26, 43, 48, 55, 67, 76, 135, 141, 149, 205, 214, 242, 243,
271 & 394 stop nearby. There are numerous bus stops on Old Street and Great
Eastern Street within a 5 minute walk. 24 hour and Night Buses: Routes N26,
43, N55, N76, 149, 205, 214, 242, 243 & 271 stop nearby. There are numerous
bus stops on Old Street and Great Eastern Street within a 5 minute walk. For
further information please visit: www.tfl.com.
Parking:
Parking is extremely limited in the local area, but there is metered bay
parking on the surrounding streets of Hoxton Square. The nearest car park is
the NCP on Great Eastern Street, 500 metres from the venue.
Blue Badge Parking:
The nearest Blue Badge bays are located on New North Road, Falkirk Street,
Regan Way, Hoxton Street & Purcell Street.
THINK YOU'VE GOT WHAT IT TAKES TO WIN? WHY NOT APPLY!
If you want to audition you must send us a portrait format video, no longer than 5 minutes, and tell us who you are, what your drag is about and why you should win. You do not need to be in drag for the submission, but please include some photos of your drag. Email your entry to [email protected]. Applications open until June 12th at midday. By applying you agree to us sharing your audition video on the public instagram channel.
GOOD LUCK AND F*CK. IT. UP!
