Leila BalaKos hails as a rising fiery phoenix in the Toronto and North American drag scene. Her name comes from the great Middle Eastern romantic tragedy of Leila and Kays. An actress, slam poet, flirty pop diva, and conceptual camp comedy queen, her credits include hosting Maziqa Party and performing for El Convento Rico, Ya TabTab Night, Habibi Nights, Hoebibi, Muslim PrideTO, Pride Toronto, and several other parties and venues. She also starred in her short plays Hummus Rouge and Rebirth of Leila and Kays, the latter as part of Soulpepper’s Queer Cab. Outside of drag, they also are an actor, appearing in shows such as the wonderful The Green Line. You can follow Leila’s work on Instagram @LeilaBalaKos.