Discover how DRAGRIFT inspires audiences, partners, and institutions across Europe through press coverage, documentary features, and live conversations.
Media outlets across Slovakia continuously spotlight DRAGRIFT’s cultural impact. Dive into coverage capturing the artistry, resilience, and community at the heart of every edition.
Čas.sk reported on the unapologetic Drag Rift showcase in Bratislava, capturing appearances by performers such as Zuzana Norisová and Jana Kánatová. The feature highlights the charged atmosphere around the event and the conversations it sparked about queer artistry in Slovakia.
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QueerSlovakia introduces the first European winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race, Pandora Nox, and her upcoming appearance at DRAGRIFT. The article celebrates her journey and the excitement of welcoming an international champion to the local stage.
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This preview looks at the March edition of DRAGRIFT, where Slovak talents meet guest performers from across Europe. QueerSlovakia outlines what audiences can expect and why the night promises an elevated spectacle.
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QueerSlovakia spotlights how DRAGRIFT reimagines Slovak folklore through drag, music, and fashion inside Bratislava’s legendary venue. The story shares how the collective pays homage to tradition while claiming space for queer narratives.
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The feature invites readers to step into the DRAGRIFT fantasy and embrace the glamour of the upcoming show. It teases special performances, interactive moments, and the inclusive vibe that defines the competition.
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QueerSlovakia’s coverage spotlights the sister event at Radosť that gives rising performers their moment under the lights. Readers get a taste of the lineup, the supportive crowd, and how the contest feeds into DRAGRIFT’s wider community.
Continue reading on QueerSlovakia →DRAGRIFT was featured in the European documentary “Tackling Hatred in Society – European Citizens’ Panel”, produced within the EU initiative No Place for Hate. The film presents practical ways to counter hate, highlighting inspiring community projects that foster safety and solidarity.
Madrid introduces DRAGRIFT as a safe space for Slovakia’s queer community—a platform born when vulnerability was at its peak. The documentary emphasises how the collective writes living queer history and claims visibility with pride.
Since 2024, Madrid has regularly travelled to Brussels to screen the film for members of the European Commission, offer insight into Slovakia’s realities, and explore solutions for rising hate and discrimination.
DRAGRIFT took centre stage at a European forum dedicated to empowering small and medium-sized enterprises to advance Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion values. The gathering celebrated how millions of small businesses across the continent spark meaningful social change.
Madrid presented DRAGRIFT’s journey as a community-driven project that flourished without initial funding, overcoming structural barriers within Slovakia’s cultural scene. The story demonstrated how creativity, resilience, and collaboration can convert challenges into collective inspiration.
For IDAHOBIT 2025, Madrid joined Pinkbus, trans model Liberty Simon, and Košice Pride organiser Robo Furiel to explore how hope thrives even when it feels out of reach. The discussion highlighted building joyful, safe spaces from scratch.
Madrid shared DRAGRIFT’s story as a testament to resilience, creativity, and community care—showing how bold ideas become sanctuaries that uplift and empower.
Tune into the Telo na telo podcast for an in-depth conversation with Madrid about DRAGRIFT’s evolution, the artistry of drag, and the power of community.
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