Courtney Berringers would like to welcome you to her wake! But—make no mistake—this ain’t your grandma’s funeral. From African Gods and Goddesses to Judy Garland and Whitney Houston, AT THE WAKE OF A DEAD DRAG QUEEN uses legends, icons, camp and drama to tell the story of a pair of drag queens living (and dying) in rural Georgia in 2004. Terry Guest’s whirlwind play explores identity and illness while unapologetically celebrating Black, queer life with all of its sorrows and joys. Come party at the wake—bring your own heels!
Single tickets for Next Act Theatre’s 2026-27 season will go on sale Monday, July 13, 2026.
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Cast
Casting to be announced!
Creative Team
Dee Dee Batteast, Director
Anthony Sirk, Costume Designer
Willow James, Sound Designer
Bianca Gonzalez, Props Designer
Beck Trumbull, Stage Manager