Chad St. James

“We are all in the gutter, but some of us are looking at the stars.” ― Oscar Wilde

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Pieces of Chad, Travel

A little Sydney Adventure.

In late January, Cris and I visited Sydney, exploring the city and reconnecting with family. Highlights included The Rocks and Luna Park, making it a memorable adventure together.

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February 16, 2025
Photography

Drag King trio Masc4Masc4Masc at Alt. Bimbo.

Recently, the Masc4Masc4Masc trio featuring Lord Sev, Archie Arsenic and Zelphia Mann hit the Alt. stage. The high-energy trio lit up the stage in more ways than one.

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January 16, 2025
Pieces of Chad, Travel

Living out a childhood dream.

Facebook memories have a magical way of reminding us of past times. Today, they triggered a memory of living out a childhood dream precisely 8 years ago. It's a reminder…

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January 8, 2025
Photography

Madeline Glasseater as a Bride of Dracula

Alt recently hosted a Halloween-themed night featuring an incredible lineup of performances. One of the highlights was Madeline Glasseater’s act, inspired by Francis Ford Coppola’s film adaptation of Dracula.

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January 2, 2025
Pieces of Chad, Randomness

Thank you, John Marsden.

Hearing about the passing of Australian author John Marsden today hits me deeply. He was the first author whose books made me so excited that I would wait outside a…

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December 18, 2024
Pieces of Chad, Travel

A brief visit to Melbourne.

I flew down to Melbourne a little while back for some work training. Cris and I used it as an opportunity to catch up with friends and do some sightseeing.

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August 25, 2024
Pieces of Chad, Travel

Japan Trip 2024

Last month, I flew back to Japan for my annual trip to Hakuba Gay Ski Week. It's been my third year attending, and every time I go, my love for…

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April 17, 2024
Writing

5 ways to mess up a first date!

We’ve all been there. You’ve gone on a first date, and boom… what seemed like it had so much potential has ended like a train wreck.

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April 8, 2024
  • Film & TV

    Every Super Bowl 2024 trailer!

    February 12, 2024 /

    here are two main reasons why I love the Super Bowl, and it's not because of the sport. It's the halftime show and, of course, the trailers. There are so many trailers for the year's upcoming blockbusters and TV series that it feels like Christmas for this pop culture addict.

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  • Pieces of Chad

    I was once a City Cycle model.

    February 9, 2024 /

    Over the years, I've done some random things, such as being a model for Brisbane's City Cycles. Before you attempt a town bicycle joke, I’ve heard them all!

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  • Photography

    Highlights from Altimate.Showdown Season One.

    January 31, 2024 /

    One of the highlights of last year for me definitely has to be shooting Altimate.Showdown. The competition saw over 50 competitors featuring local talent, including visual arts, drag, standup comedy, burlesque, sideshow, and more.

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  • Music,  Pieces of Chad

    Humblet’s ‘Go To Rics’ music video.

    January 30, 2024 /

    Here’s a trip down memory lane. It’s been exactly five years since the release of Humblet’s music video ‘Go To Rics.’

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  • Film & TV

    ‘Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire’ releases a new trailer!

    January 30, 2024 /

    The latest trailer for 'Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire' has dropped featuring a few extra familiar faces from the original films.

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  • Pieces of Chad,  Travel

    Adventures in Mount Tambourine.

    September 26, 2023 /

    We enjoyed a weekend escape to Mount Tambourine.

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  • Pieces of Chad

    The 62nd Queens Ball Awards.

    June 20, 2023 /

    On the 17th of June, I attended the 62nd Queens Ball Awards. I, along with several friends, were nominated for various awards. I was nominated for Artist of the Year, while an event that I work with, Alt. was nominated for Event of the Year.

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  • Photography

    Pangina Heals at Fluffy.

    May 27, 2023 /

    I had the privilege of shooting Pangina Heals from RuPaul's Drag Race when they recently visited Brisbane to perform at Fluffy.

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  • Photography

    Starlet Grand Final.

    April 8, 2023 /

    I was invited back to Fluffy to shoot the Starlet Grand Final. What a night! Seriously, the performers brought their all!

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  • Photography

    Ruby Slipper’s Burlesque Fluffy Takeover.

    March 29, 2023 /

    Ruby Slippers brought along a posse of award-winning performers for a burlesque takeover at Fluffy, and damn, it was a lot of fun!

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