The 'Kim Lee. Królowa Warszawy' exhibition offers a compelling look into the life and impact of Warsaw's most celebrated drag queen. Explore her extensive collection of over a thousand costumes, central to her enduring legacy. This display uniquely highlights Kim Lee's role in shaping Polish queer culture and illuminates her experience as part of the Vietnamese minority in the city.
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This exhibition celebrates Kim Lee, Warsaw's most famous drag queen, showcasing her collection of over a thousand costumes. It explores her impact on Polish queer culture and her dual identity as a member of the Vietnamese minority and the LGBTQ+ community.
The exhibition "Kim Lee. Królowa Warszawy" is the first dedicated to Warsaw's most renowned drag queen. Created by Andy Nguyen, Kim Lee became an icon of Polish queer culture, gracing the Warsaw scene for nearly two decades until her passing in 2020. Her legacy lives on through a collection of over a thousand costumes, which form the centerpiece of this exhibition. Andy Nguyen (Kim Lee) was a prominent artist deeply connected to Warsaw, where he lived, performed in theaters and clubs, and drew inspiration from the city's symbols. Throughout her eighteen years on stage, Kim Lee performed over fifteen hundred times, embodying iconic figures from Polish and Warsaw culture such as Violetta Villas, Warszawska Syrenka, and Hanka Ordonówna, often incorporating her Vietnamese heritage. The exhibition features not only her costumes but also photographs and films documenting her stage personas. Artists Agata Zbylut and Pat Mic contributed to the exhibition: Zbylut created a photographic archive of Kim Lee's attire, highlighting the intricate construction of the costumes, while Mic's photographic essay captures the opulence and order of the collection. Photographs by Rafał Milach, from the 'Ba Lan' series, further explore the experience of being part of the Vietnamese minority in Warsaw. Kim Lee was also a vocal advocate for the LGBTQ+ community, collaborating with equality organizations and participating in Pride parades.
General admission is 15 PLN, with a reduced price of 10 PLN. Thursdays offer free admission. Visitors can purchase tickets online via the provided link.
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