The Milwaukee Brewers were not pleased that a drag queen performance was included in the June 8 gay pride parade at American Family Field.
Brewers made the show an event for people 21 and older in response to critics who said the show was not family-friendly.
According to Fox 6, sponsor Aurora Health Care was also criticized for hosting the event and issued a statement praising “inclusivity.”
“We are committed to promoting and supporting equal health in our communities. That’s why we’re proud to partner with the Milwaukee Brewers for the fourth year at Pride Night and sponsor backpacks, pride flags and a special photo booth for tonight’s game.”
The event, announced by the team on the event page, featured a drag show with “DJ Drip Sweat” and drag performances of “Dora Diamond”, “Beth Anne Bodyworks”, “Dita Von” and “Marbella”.
Milwaukee this @Bruers they’ll be performing at the drag show before the game tomorrow night. To say that the performance is not for family viewing is an understatement. https://t.co/0DEXhiAws9
– Dan O’Donnell (@DanODonnellShow) 7 June 2022
“Celebrate our local LGBTQ community with special performances, local entertainment and photo shoots!” The brewers tweeted.
Fun #pagmamalaki moon!
We honor our LGBTQ+ communities at the stadium on Wednesday, June 8th.
: https://t.co/WYWGxBS5Ww pic.twitter.com/qgpRk6Dpix
– Milwaukee Brewers (@Brewers) June 1, 2022
Some fans didn’t like it when they saw the plans for the event.
“Baseball games used to be places you could take your kids to,” one wrote, according to CBN News.
“Wow, it looks awful,” commented a third, “I’ve been a Brewer fan my whole life. I’m done with them.
@Bruers – A lifelong Brewers fan expresses disappointment and disappointment here. Pride Bear is anything but Drag? I thought the stadium was for families. I request you to change your tone of voice and cancel this part of this event. You can still do the right thing!
– Shannon Oestreich (@soestreich11) June 6, 2022
@Bruers It’s embarrassing when you make out with the kids and put on a transvestite show on Wednesday. It is a disease and not part of a normally functioning society. pic.twitter.com/g1ijSpNZ9h
– Ankle Flexor (@AnkleBender82) June 6, 2022
Why is the Milwaukee Brewers holding a pre-game drag show tomorrow night – how is that family friendly?
– Paul A. Shipula (@Bubblebathgirl) 7 June 2022
Milwaukee Brewers has completely lost all my respect! They don’t even do drag shows at baseball games in Chicago. Sad and frustrating!!!!! Milwaukee is sadly falling apart!
– Brandon (@brandonright0) 7 June 2022
Source: Breitbart
