JOEY ARIAS.
a performance artist, cabaret singer, published author, comedian, stage persona and film actor.
ARTIST BIOGRAPHY.
Joey Arias is an American artist best known for work as a performance artist and cabaret singer, but also as a published author, comedian, stage persona and film actor.
Joey is a legendary artist who for decades has performed and collaborated with the likes of Klaus Nomi, David Bowie, and Basil Twist. He has commanded the stages of US, Europe, and Asia with his hit show "Strange Fruit" where he magically channels Billie Holiday. Thierry Mugler, renown fashion designer and director, personally chose Joey for his role of MC in Cirque Du Soleil's Zumanity which he performed for over 5 years. He has appeared in many high profile films including Pee Wee's Big Top, Flawless, To Wong Foo Thanks For Everything! Julie Newmar, Elvira Mistress of the Dark, and is a sought after fashion muse internationally.
ARTIST INTERVIEW.
Stay tuned for the interview, to be released on April 6.
"Remember how beautiful you are. Look in the mirror. And if you don't feel inspired, seriously, go to the park, touch a tree, look at the sky... mother nature knows how to take care of herself... And come to my shows, because I will take care of you too."
He is a legendary provocateur,
A TRAILBLAZER
in New York's art and performance scene, pioneering the
SOCIETAL ACCEPTANCE OF DRAG.
-NOTION MAGAZINE
GALLERY.
Discover photos and videos from Joey's work.
CREDITS: ARIAS WITH A TWIST, created by Joey Arias and Basil Twist, courtesy of the artist; Headshot by Steven Menendez; Photos by George Wolf.