Elevate your Pride with programming that actually werks

Your team deserves more than just another webinar.

Science is a Drag delivers unforgettable experiences that combine world-class science communication with the transformative power of drag. Our scientist speakers and performers have helped teams and Pride ERGs across biotech, pharma, tech, financial services, and the public sector build belonging while celebrating queer joy.

When traditional programming falls flat

Let’s be real: your team has sat through the diversity and inclusion training.

Meanwhile, research from McKinsey shows that over 51% of employees who leave say it’s because they didn’t feel included.

Science is a Drag flips the script. We use the art of drag — a medium rooted in community, authenticity, and unapologetic self-expression — to spark the kind of genuine connection that transforms workplace culture.

Live in every format

Keynotes & Panels

Sample topics:

“2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion in the STEM workplace” panel discussion
“How drag made me a better scientist” keynote address
“Why pride & STEM just werk: a queer herstory” interactive lecture

Perfect for: All-hands meetings, leadership summits, ERG flagship events

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Workshops & Professional Development

Sample topics:

“Pride in STEM for community members & allies”
“Serving science while building trust: Lessons from drag”
“Inclusive language as medicine: Our collective responsibility for better health”

Perfect for: ERG programming, L&D initiatives, team offsites

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Performances & Science Demos

Sample formats:

Science-themed lip sync performances
Engaging demonstrations of chemical reactions using everyday supplies

Perfect for: Pride Month celebrations, corporate social events, holiday parties

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What your team will experience

Engagement that sticks:

100% of our audience members report they would attend again. (That’s not a typo!)

Reach beyond the usual suspects:

58% of our attendees say they wouldn’t have come without the drag element. We bring in those who typically skip DEI events.

Science they can trust:

Our performers are real scientists with expertise spanning neuroscience, cancer genetics, cell biology, and biomedical commercialization. Average content satisfaction rating: 4.6/5.

Award-winning credibility:

Falling Walls Science Breakthrough of the Year (2022). Anthem Awards Silver for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (2023).

Past partners include:

“Thank you for sharing your lived experience with such honesty and strength. … Your authenticity created space for deeper understanding and will influence how I support teams and help shape change in my work. I’m grateful for the impact you had on all of us today.”
“This Science is a Drag presentation was such a joyful and inspiring session. It was a reminder that we need to think outside the box to reach people with our science (or maybe not even use a box at all!), and that we can make scicomm fun. It was also an example of how we can create safe and inclusive spaces for the 2SLGBTQ+ community in science, which is more important than ever.”
“It feels incredible to have my identity as a queer scientist represented and [the show] reminds me that I have a community in both worlds — thank you 1000 times.”

See the magic in action

Watch “Rich” (a.k.a. Carrie Boyce) reveal the formula behind Science is a Drag at the Falling Walls Engage summit in Berlin.

Once you request a discovery call, our team will review your needs and contact you. During the discovery call, we’ll co-develop a format that fits your specific audience and goals. You’ll then receive a formal event proposal that you can use to finalize a booking.
So many! Our events are typically a great fit for:
- Corporate Organizations
- Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) & DEI Leads
- University Campuses
- Community Centers
- Conferences & Symposiums
- Event Organizers
- Research Institutions & Labs
- Science Centers & Museums
- Government Agencies
- Non-Profit Organizations & Health Societies
- Graduate Student Associations
- Faculty Development Centers
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Leads
- Public Libraries
- Science Festivals
Science is a Drag engages audiences that traditional STEM outreach misses.
Based on audience feedback from past events, our data show that:
- Most attendees (58%) would not have attended a science event without the drag element.
- We attract a mix of individuals with STEM and non-STEM backgrounds (56% vs 44% respectively).
- Attendees rate a 4.6/5 comfort level compared to other science events.
- Attendees rate a 4.6/5 satisfaction level with the scientific content.
- 100% of attendees said they would attend Science is a Drag again.
Source: Science is a Drag audience survey data from 167 responses across 5 years.
Our model is internationally recognized for excellence in science communication, including awards from the Anthem Awards and Falling Walls Engage. We have previously partnered with top-tier organizations including AstraZeneca, Google,The Government of Canada, the Canadian Cancer Society, and more.
We offer programming all year round - and especially during Pride Month! Due to high demand for Pride Month (June), we recommend inquiring as soon as possible.
Join our private event organizers network mailing list to be first to hear about partnership opportunities, event offerings, and booking availability including June/Pride Month.
We take science communication and integrity seriously, honey!
A core value of Science is a Drag is that performers must demonstrate expertise in their speaking areas. Plus, behind each performer is a team of award-winning experts in science communication, drag, and top-tier academic achievement across STEM fields. Your audience will learn about science, 2SLGBTQIA+ topics, and about themselves, all while being thoroughly entertained.

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Speakers & performers

Shawn Hercules, MPH, PhD

Dr. Shawn Hercules is a clinical epidemiologist with expertise in molecular cancer biology and health equity. Originally from Barbados, Shawn did not fully embrace his queer identity but now lives and performs in Toronto as a fabulous drag queen that goes by Dr. Rawbyn Diamonds. (@rawbyndiamonds).
Daniel Celeste, MBDC

Daniel Celeste is a Medical Affairs professional in the pharmaceutical industry with experience across therapy areas including cardiorenal/metabolic disease, contraception, and vaccines. He has also led multiple 2SLGBTQIA+ Employee Resource Groups in top pharma companies. Daniel is known for compelling science communication, which he also channels into appearances in drag as Ms. Medisin (@msmedisin).
Angelico Obille, PhD Candidate

Angelico (a.k.a. ScientistAnjo) is completing their PhD in biomedical engineering at the University of Toronto, where they study mollusks found in the Great Lakes to help develop improved medical adhesives. Inspired by the quagga mussel they research, Angelico performs in drag as Kwaga Musselle. A talented singer and pianist, as well as a Filipino non-binary scientist, Angelico aims to show current and future generations that anyone can be a successful scientist — all you need is curiosity.
Molly Kewl ULTRA

MC and host extraordinaire Molly Kewl ULTRA (Kristopher Truchan) has been a popular performer in the Southern Ontario drag circuit since 2018. Inspired by 90’s science programming like Popular Mechanics for Kids and The Magic School Bus, her background in dance and film means she is renowned for her signature sound, looks and gags. Molly is an aspiring entomologist with a deep scientific interest in Arachnids and Lepidoptera.
Carrie Boyce, MA Cantab

Carrie Boyce is the Executive Director of the Royal Canadian Institute for Science. An award-winning science communicator with over a decade of experience, it’s fair to say she’s become a Jack of all trades, master of some.