The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert on Jul 29, 2022 | UCSB Arts & Lectures

“Good ain't the half of it in this case – it's funny, it's endearing, it's strangely touching.” The Globe and Mail

When drag queen Anthony (Hugo Weaving) agrees to take his act on the road, he invites fellow performers Adam (Guy Pearce) and Bernadette (Terence Stamp) to come along. In their colorful bus, named Priscilla, the three travel across the Australian desert performing for enthusiastic crowds and less-enthusiastic locals. But when the others learn the truth about why Anthony took the job, it threatens their act and their friendship. (Stephan Elliott, 1994, R, 105 min.)

Friday night under the stars! Bring breathable blankets or a low chair, a picnic and your friends.

**Please respect the lawn and your fellow filmgoers: only bring blankets that are permeable (no plastic/nylon/tarps), and chairs that are low-backed and low to the ground. Setup permitted starting at noon on the day of the screening.

Pre-Screening Entertainment

Come early on Friday for drag performances, witty repartee and film-inspired fun! Presented by EDQC Productions and @gaysantabarbara, featuring Feltaan and Maple the Goddess 

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