Keynote Speakers

At the electrifying crossroads of absurdism and high fantasy, Maxi Glamour is a multidisciplinary artist crafting a surrealist world of adventure and intersectional liberation. Blending chaos and serenity in their performance art, Maxi uses wit, whimsy, and grace to address and dismantle systemic oppression such as capitalism, white supremacy, and xenophobia. Combining drag with a musical style that fuses electronica, folk, trap, and post-hardcore, Maxi has captivated audiences for over 15 years. Beyond the stage, they are a powerhouse community organizer in St. Louis, advocating for policy reform and electoral justice. Maxi Glamour’s academic pursuits in Philosophy and Language underpin their groundbreaking research on semiotics, Queer theory, ecofeminism, postcolonialism, and the lives of sex workers. Their insights have enlightened audiences at numerous conferences and public forums. As a leader in civil rights work, Maxi tirelessly champions marginalized communities. Their impact and advocacy have been featured in major media outlets such as NBC, Entertainment Weekly, BBC, and The Economist, highlighting their role as a beacon of both advocacy and artistic brilliance. Absurd, elaborate, and wild, Maxi Glamour shines as the blue gem of St. Louis, embodying an extraordinary blend of intellectual depth and artistic excellence.