Brisbane Pride's Annual Queens Ball Awards have come and gone for another year, but there's no denying that its 58th ceremony was one the biggest in history.
With a full house, City Hall was packed to the brim with attendees dressed in dazzling jaw-dropping costumes capturing this year's theme of Mythology and Magic. Throughout the night, individuals, organisations, and events were recognised and awarded for their outstanding contribution to Queensland's LGBTI+ Community.
In addition to the awards, several performances took place throughout the evening. However, there's no denying that when the Thicc Shake Crew & The Runway Movement took to the stage, they instantly became a highlight of the night. In a spectacular tribute to ball culture, they absolutely slayed it on stage leaving people praising the performance days later.
Be sure to check out their performance in Part Two of the live feed, they kick things off at about the 28-minute mark. You won't be disappointed!
Welcome to the live stream of the 58th Annual Queens Ball Awards for 2019.
Posted by Brisbane Pride Festival on Saturday, June 15, 2019
Posted by Brisbane Pride Festival on Saturday, June 15, 2019
Now without further ado, here are the winners of the 58th Annual Queens Ball Awards.
First Nations Leadership & Engagement Award
Chocolate Boxx
Community Social Group of The Year
Brisbears
Community Support Group of The Year
Open Doors Youth Service
Community Sporting Group of The Year
Brisbane Hustlers
Activist of the Year
Peter Black
Ally of the Year
Mama Arsenic
Volunteer of the Year
Sally Morris
Drag Performer of the Year
Chocolate Boxx
Artist of the Year
Joel Devereux
Performer of the Year
Matthew Bonasia (Kryptonite)
DJ of the Year
DJ Merlin & DJ Harry K
Lifetime Achievement Award
Shayne Wilde
Licenced Venue of the Year
Sportsman Hotel
Adult Venue of the Year
WET Spa and Sauna
Annual Event of the Year
Big Gay Day
Regular Event of the Year
Balls Out Bingo
Brisbane Pride Award
Damian Doonan and Niko Gerchow
Young Achiever of the Year
Phoebe Le Brocque
Belle of the Ball
Dylan Hodgon
A big congratulations to all the winners as well as the nominees! We're forever grateful for the work that you do in enriching our colourful and diverse community.
