The Art Colony
The Art Colony
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From its roots in the 1800s to its thriving present, Provincetown has always been a magnet for artists. The Art Colony podcast, hosted by Gaston Lacombe, uncovers the people, places, and stories that make this seaside village one of the world’s most enduring creative communities.
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The podcast focuses on the rich history and contemporary significance of Provincetown as an art colony, featuring episodes that cover topics such as the evolution of local institutions like the Provincetown Art Association and Museum, the cultural impact of establishments like Womencrafts, and pivotal moments in the town's artistic journey including discussions on queer representation and the influence of renowned artists.
From its roots in the 1800s to its thriving present, Provincetown has always been a magnet for artists. The Art Colony podcast, hosted by Gaston Lacombe, uncovers the people, places, and stories that make this seaside village one of the world’s most enduring creative communities.
The amazingly talented Qya Cristál joins us this week on The Art Colony podcast! Qya describes early musical roots singing Whitney Houston at age three, performing in an adult church choir, growing up in Missouri with a musician father, and being inspired by her polished, powerful grandmother. She discusses a strict Southern Baptist upbringing, coming out, evolving identity exploration, and rebuilding family ties. Qya explains starting drag while working at Hershey Park, creating the name Qya, and launching in Boston through a live-singing performance of “I’m Every Woman.” She details mentorship and drag family with Sapphira Cristál and Lakeia Mondale, sobriety, Provincetown’s housing challenges, and her career there, including the live-singing trio show DIVA, solo gigs, and seasonal work in Puerto Vallarta.
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