A Fire Eating Training for Dykes by Dykes

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DC Dyke March organizers host a hands-on fire eating training in the backyard led by drag king and fire eater Dr. Torcher, preparing participants to join the Dyke March on June 5th. The tradition honors a history dating to 1992, when the Lesbian Avengers used fire as a symbol of queer resilience following a homophobic hate crime. ASL interpretation is provided and no one is turned away for lack of funds.

When: Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Time: Not specified in structured details (likely evening, given backyard setting)
Venue: Rhizome DC
Pricing: $0-35, sliding scale; no one turned away for lack of funds
Leader: Dr. Torcher (drag king and fire eater)
Accessibility: ASL interpretation provided
Note: Participants are trained to join the Dyke March on June 5th; the event honors Lesbian Avengers' 1992 fire symbolism.