Kate Berlant discusses queer awakening and new HBO special Parmesan
Comedian Kate Berlant attended a screening and after-party for her new HBO special Parmesan in Los Angeles on Wednesday.
Berlant shares personal story details
The comedian spoke about her queer awakening as a person in their thirties during the event. She mentioned having a lesbian boyfriend while she froze her eggs at a waiting room. Her current partner, musician Naomi McPherson, was credited as an executive producer on the special.
Supporters gathered at Plaza Nightclub
McPherson was present to support Berlant at both the early screening and the subsequent celebration. The venue hosted a room filled with drag performers wearing feathered headpieces and jewel-toned gowns. Berlant expressed nervousness about watching the special with friends and people she respects so much.
Special airs on October 16
The hour-long HBO special Parmesan is scheduled to air on October 16. The event took place at Brain Dead Studios before moving to the legendary drag bar Plaza Nightclub. Berlant noted that stand-up remains an inherently embarrassing art form for her.
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