Priscilla, Queen Of The Desert

Act 1: The Journey Begins

Main Characters:

• Mitzi Mitosis (Anthony “Tick” Belrose):

  • Initial Outfit:
    • A casual look to reflect his initial state as a struggling drag performer: Simple T-shirt, pants, and a jacket.
  • Transformation:
    • As the show progresses, his drag persona emerges with more glamorous and extravagant costumes.
    • Costume Highlights: Flamboyant, 70s-inspired, and bright-colored gowns, often with elaborate sequins, feather boas, and bold wigs.

• Felicia Jollygoodfellow (Adam Whitely):

  • Initial Outfit:
    • A rock-inspired drag look, featuring leather jackets, mini skirts, and heavy boots.
  • Transformation:
    • Throughout the show, Felicia’s outfits become more outrageous, with metallics, glitter, and high-fashion influences.
    • Costume Highlights: Glamorous, edgy outfits including sequined gowns, feathered headpieces, and platform boots.

• Bernadette Bassenger:

  • Initial Outfit:
    • A sophisticated, older drag queen look with a more elegant and modest approach to her costumes.
    • Costume Highlights: Flowing, vintage-inspired gowns, often with fur coats, long gloves, and classic hats.

Ensemble (The Bus Passengers, Locals, and Performers):

• Costumes for Bus Journey:

  • The ensemble consists of various flamboyant costumes, including:
    • Feather boas, neon-colored outfits, metallic dresses, and animal print accents.
    • Wigs in vibrant colors, oversized sunglasses, and bold accessories that add to the campy, exaggerated vibe of the show.

• Costumes for Locals and Performers:

  • The performers and locals in each town they visit wear more standard attire, often reflecting the Australian outback or rural aesthetic (e.g., denim, cowboy hats, boots).

Act 2: The Big Reveal and the Final Destination

Main Characters (Continued):

• Mitzi Mitosis:

  • Transformation into Diva:
    • As the show progresses, Mitzi’s costumes become more elaborate. She transitions into larger, more show-stopping outfits that make a dramatic impact.
    • Costume Highlights: Full-length gowns with rhinestones, feathers, and showgirl elements. Her wigs and accessories are even more glamorous, reflecting her growth as a drag performer.

• Felicia Jollygoodfellow:

  • Grand Performance Look:
    • Felicia’s costumes continue to evolve, becoming increasingly extravagant and theatrical.
    • Costume Highlights: Bold, sparkly corsets, large feathered headpieces, and high heels. She often wears dramatic, glittering gowns that shine on stage.

• Bernadette Bassenger:

  • Grand Finale Look:
    • Bernadette’s outfits become more glamorous and detailed as the character finally embraces the joy of the journey.
    • Costume Highlights: A beautiful, high-fashion gown with vintage influences, feather boas, and a feathered hat.

Ensemble (The Bus Passengers, Locals, and Performers):

• Costumes for the Final Performance:
  • At the final destination, the costumes of the ensemble become the most elaborate and showy. The atmosphere is filled with sparkle, sequins, and feathers.
  • Costume Highlights: Full-on, extravagant drag performances with bold colors, glitter, rhinestones, feathered wings, and elaborate headpieces.

Special Notes:

• Color Palette:

  • Act 1: Bright, bold colors (neons, pastels, metallics) for drag costumes and accessories, with glitzy elements to represent the exaggerated glamour of drag culture.
  • Act 2: A deeper focus on dramatic costumes with more elaborate detailing—glitter, sequins, and metallic tones dominate for the final showstopping numbers.

• Fabric Choices:

  • Act 1: Sequins, velvet, satin, and glitter fabrics are used to make the costumes bold and noticeable from a distance.
  • Act 2: More luxurious materials are used for the grand finale outfits—think tulle, silk, feathers, rhinestones, and luxurious embellishments to create a high-impact visual.

Key Costume Elements:

• Feathers and Sequins: Often used to symbolize the campy, over-the-top nature of the show. Many characters have feather boas, headpieces, and dresses with sequined patterns.
• Big Wigs and Accessories: The wigs are an essential part of each character’s drag persona, often larger-than-life, with vibrant colors. Accessories like rhinestone jewelry, high heels, and feathered fans add to the extravagant look.
• The Bus: The bus itself often acts as a backdrop for costume changes and reveals, with its flamboyant design symbolizing the freedom and adventure of the journey.