Lafayette Hosts Annual Goregasm Horror Drag Show
The horror-themed event returns to the Blue Moon Saloon for a night of drag, burlesque, and live music performances.
Updated on Oct. 30, 2026 in Performance Art
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Lafayette hosts the fifth annual Goregasm event, a unique horror-themed sideshow that showcases local queer performers. The production, which highlights drag and burlesque artistry, takes place at the Blue Moon Saloon.
Why it matters
The show provides a dedicated platform for local artists to explore horror themes through drag. It serves as a creative space for the community to engage with alternative performance art.
The 2026 lineup features 6 performers delivering 12 distinct acts, supplemented by 2 live music sets. This event marks the fifth year of operation for the production founded by Jude Doucet.
The players
Jude Doucet
He is the 32-year-old creator of the Goregasm horror sideshow who focuses on producing alternative drag events.
The details
Creator Jude Doucet curates the experience to combine drag with burlesque within a horror framework. Performers coordinate their acts with local bands to execute the event at the Blue Moon Saloon.
Timeline
Jude Doucet performed his first drag show in 2019.
The first Goregasm show occurred in 2021.
The fifth annual Goregasm event takes place on October 30, 2026.
Industry Dynamics
The growth of Goregasm reflects a broader trend of queer performers claiming space in alternative performance art scenes. This shift expands the reach of drag beyond traditional venues and into diverse genre-blending formats.
Attendees can access the event at the Blue Moon Saloon. Tickets and entry details are determined by the venue and the production team's scheduling.
The takeaway
Horror-themed variety shows offer a unique intersection of performance art and queer culture for local audiences. These events thrive by blending traditional drag and burlesque with thematic storytelling and live musical accompaniment.
Further reading
Discover more about local creative expressions in the Performance Art section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Current.
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