With a magnetic existence and a propensity for observational humour AJ Lamarque has actually taken a special specific niche in the funny scene, mixing humour with informative commentary on queer culture.
As he gets ready for his approaching look at the Sydney Comedy Festival, AJ reviews his journey from carrying out in drag to stand-up funny and uses a peek into his newest program,”A Beginner’s Guide to Gay Cruising“
AJ Lamarque: From Drag To Stand Up
AJ Lamarque’s comical journey started 5 years earlier in Sydney, where he initially dipped his toes into the world of efficiency art.
Drawn to drag, AJ quickly found that his real calling lay in stand-up funny.
“I was among those cliche gay guys who enjoyed Drag Race and believed, ‘I’m gon na end up being a drag queen,'” AJ remembers with a laugh.
“But then I understood I in fact dislike drag. I’m bad at it. It did provide me vital experience on phase, which eventually paved the method for my shift to stand-up funny.”
Transitioning from drag to funny was not just an innovative advancement however likewise a journey of self-discovery for AJ.
As he shed the features of drag and accepted a more genuine expression, AJ discovered himself checking out various aspects of his identity.
“It was intriguing to observe how individuals communicated with me based upon my discussion,” AJ shows.
“From using heels and intricate outfits to accepting a more manly visual, I observed a shift in how audiences viewed me and responded to my funny.”
When carrying out and providing with a more womanly aesethic it was a significant distinction for AJ.
“Audiences were a lot more lax towards me and much more friendlier. As I dress more manly, audiences need a bit more gaining over, so to speak” he muses.
“It was really intriguing to see how audiences responded to a male providing womanhood and a male providing masculinity, or perhaps though I was doing the exact same funny and I was the exact same individual.”
A Beginner’s Guide to Gay Cruising
Drawing motivation from comical legends like Omid Djalili and Gina Yashere, AJ’s comical design is characterised by wit, appeal, and an eager observation of human behaviour.
“Some of the earliest comics I enjoyed on television, like Ahmed and Gina Yashere, actually resonated with me,” AJ shares.
As AJ refined their craft, he discovered success not just on phase however likewise online, where his TikTok videos amassed a devoted following.
“Creating material for TikTok enables me to explore various kinds of imagination and get in touch with a broader audience,” AJ discusses.
“While stand-up funny offers me the chance to engage with live audiences and adjust my efficiency based upon their energy and feedback.”
Now, as he prepares to take the phase at the Sydney Comedy Festival with his program”A Beginner’s Guide to Gay Cruising,” AJ welcomes audiences on a humorous and reflective journey through the world of queer culture.
“The program is more than simply tales of my experiences on a gay cruise,” AJ stresses.
“It’s a much deeper expedition of what it indicates to be gay in 2024, analyzing styles of approval, partying, and the complexities of queer interaction.”
With their razor-sharp wit and contagious energy, AJ Lamarque assures to provide an extraordinary efficiency at the Sydney Comedy Festival.
From drag queen to funny beloved, AJ continues to mesmerize audiences with his distinct brand name of humour and unapologetic credibility.
Get your tickets, sit back, and get prepared to laugh the night away with AJ Lamarque.