China's drag queens no longer content to wait in the wings


By AGENCY

Yan Anyu or Miss Cream riding in a taxi in Shanghai as she makes her way to a bar in the city of Shanghai to make her first presentation as a drag queen. Photo: AFP

Neon lights lit up a Shanghai stage as a whistle from the crowd pierced the air, heralding the live debut of Chinese drag queen "Miss Cream".

Also known by his real name, Yan Anyu, the 18-year-old from the northern province of Hebei strutted out in glittering sequined gown, heavy make-up and curly blond wig to lip-synch Donna Summers' disco standard Last Dance for a rapt crowd.

Win a prize this Mother's Day by subscribing to our annual plan now! T&C applies.

Monthly Plan

RM13.90/month

Annual Plan

RM12.33/month

Billed as RM148.00/year

1 month

Free Trial

For new subscribers only


Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
   

Next In People

Malaysian embarks on solo trip around the world in his Perodua Kenari
This Philly bus driver is also a substitute teacher and public transit activist
Syrians turning to drugs to escape the misery of an ongoing civil war
Asylum-seeking cousins who fled Venezuela find home on Texas soccer team
Heart and Soul: Reflections on Sister Enda – 8 precious memories
Heart and Soul: Passing of a legend – Sister Enda Ryan, FMM
Former US cyclist out to revive world renowned bike race
A glassblower in Los Angeles breaks the rules with his stunning vessels
This man's dedication has preserved over 153,000 acres of land in the US
How Black barbers bring mental health care to the styling chair, one client at a time

Others Also Read