5th Annual Barbette Bash: Cirque Du Barbette

Experience an evening of drag, aerial artistry, burlesque, and circus performance at the 5th Annual Barbette Bash: Cirque du Barbette, Saturday, December 12, 2026, at The Rosette in Austin. RuPaul’s Drag Race star Cynthia Lee Fontaine leads the celebration as ringmaster, joined by Austin-area performers honoring the life and legacy of Barbette, the pioneering artist raised in Round Rock who became Texas’ first internationally acclaimed drag performer. Through contemporary performance, Cirque du Barbette brings this remarkable chapter of Texas LGBTQ+ history to new audiences, celebrating the artistry, imagination, and fearless self-expression that continue to inspire performers today. Presented by Barbette’s Legacy and Round Rock Pride, the event also supports scholarships for the next generation of artists and performers. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., with the show running from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $25 for balcony seating, $35 for general admission, and $90 for VIP. VIP admission includes seating in the first two rows, a special meet-and-greet with Cynthia Lee Fontaine, a professional photo, and a signed commemorative event poster.