Karla Marx
@karlamarx1917.bsky.social
Transgender Drag Queen Burlesque Performer Host Stand up Comedian & DJ in Calgary AB
Reposted by Karla Marx
Reposted by Karla Marx
It got a bit lost in the shuffle of the news this week, but I wrote a feature breaking down why Skate Canada's choice to pull out of Alberta is such a big deal.
Published as a collaboration between @xtramagazine.com and @thewalrus.ca ⛸️🏳️⚧️
xtramagazine.com/power/skate-...
Published as a collaboration between @xtramagazine.com and @thewalrus.ca ⛸️🏳️⚧️
xtramagazine.com/power/skate-...
Skate Canada showed they don’t have to play by non-inclusive rules | Xtra Magazine
The sports organization pulling out of Alberta is unique. But it sets a standard
xtramagazine.com
February 13, 2026 at 6:27 PM
It got a bit lost in the shuffle of the news this week, but I wrote a feature breaking down why Skate Canada's choice to pull out of Alberta is such a big deal.
Published as a collaboration between @xtramagazine.com and @thewalrus.ca ⛸️🏳️⚧️
xtramagazine.com/power/skate-...
Published as a collaboration between @xtramagazine.com and @thewalrus.ca ⛸️🏳️⚧️
xtramagazine.com/power/skate-...
Reposted by Karla Marx
🧵In this new op-ed in the Edmonton Journal, @pinglamjoeip.bsky.social and I debunk the myth that EDI hiring and “reverse discrimination” happened at University of Alberta.
In actuality, the U of A has not made any advancement in EDI hiring.
In actuality, the U of A has not made any advancement in EDI hiring.
Opinion: Little evidence of EDI hiring policy in practice at the U of A
The U of A’s recruitment data does not show any signs of progress in EDI, let alone patterns of reverse discrimination.
edmontonjournal.com
February 13, 2026 at 8:54 PM
🧵In this new op-ed in the Edmonton Journal, @pinglamjoeip.bsky.social and I debunk the myth that EDI hiring and “reverse discrimination” happened at University of Alberta.
In actuality, the U of A has not made any advancement in EDI hiring.
In actuality, the U of A has not made any advancement in EDI hiring.
This was an amazing drag show for the whole city!
Drag on Ice 4 with @karlamarx1917.bsky.social and friends made my day, not just for the performers but for the big, enthusiastic crowd and so many kids having a wonderful time.
February 1, 2026 at 1:50 AM
This was an amazing drag show for the whole city!
Reposted by Karla Marx
January 23, 2026 at 6:52 AM
SKIJORING BANFF 2026
January 18, 2026 at 1:02 AM
SKIJORING BANFF 2026
Love the Rockies 🇨🇦
January 16, 2026 at 2:52 PM
Love the Rockies 🇨🇦
I honestly can’t accurately explain how fun and weird this show is
October 18, 2025 at 3:57 PM
I honestly can’t accurately explain how fun and weird this show is
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#YYC #YYCcc #Jyoti4Mayor #VOTE #Calgary #Election2025 #AdvanceVoteOnNow #EDayIsOct20 @jyoti4mayor.bsky.social @karlamarx1917.bsky.social 🗳️
October 9, 2025 at 6:32 AM
Will I see you there??
You should register for this event on June 25, Karla is awesome. epl.bibliocommons.com/events/682f6...
History with a Drag Queen: The Villain Edit
The Villain Edit explores the dark and devious BAD GAYS from history! Join Dr. Karla Marx on a tour of hot and not Queer Villains as we explore murderers, thieves, snitches, and scoundrels in this new...
epl.bibliocommons.com
June 16, 2025 at 4:04 AM
Will I see you there??
Can’t wait for this!
May 25, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Can’t wait for this!
Thrilled to head to Edmonton for the Grindstone Comedy Festival with Fruitloop!
May 20, 2025 at 7:21 PM
Thrilled to head to Edmonton for the Grindstone Comedy Festival with Fruitloop!
Been 5 days and they still won’t let me into my account and won’t answer me as to why I’m banned
Weird. I just joined TikTok. Put up a single video and my account was banned in under 5 hrs.
May 19, 2025 at 4:23 AM
Been 5 days and they still won’t let me into my account and won’t answer me as to why I’m banned
I was very honoured to receive this award!
The King Charles Coronation medal is awarded for significant contributions to Canada.
It was my honour to present this medal to @karlamarx1917.bsky.social, with MLAs @janisirwin.bsky.social Brooks Arcand Paul & @lizettendp.bsky.social.
Thank you Dr Victoria Bucholtz for fighting for human rights.
It was my honour to present this medal to @karlamarx1917.bsky.social, with MLAs @janisirwin.bsky.social Brooks Arcand Paul & @lizettendp.bsky.social.
Thank you Dr Victoria Bucholtz for fighting for human rights.
May 15, 2025 at 2:28 AM
I was very honoured to receive this award!
Weird. I just joined TikTok. Put up a single video and my account was banned in under 5 hrs.
May 14, 2025 at 5:18 AM
Weird. I just joined TikTok. Put up a single video and my account was banned in under 5 hrs.
Fun shows coming in June!!
May 14, 2025 at 2:56 AM
Fun shows coming in June!!
My second comedy album FRUITY is now available on Spotify and Apply Music to stream!! Have a listen!
April 22, 2025 at 3:43 PM
My second comedy album FRUITY is now available on Spotify and Apply Music to stream!! Have a listen!
I’m back with Great Outdoors Comedy Festival!!! Edmonton! July 20 with @fortunefeimster.bsky.social and Matteo Lane!
April 10, 2025 at 6:26 PM
I’m back with Great Outdoors Comedy Festival!!! Edmonton! July 20 with @fortunefeimster.bsky.social and Matteo Lane!
Alright. Fess up. Which one of us trans ruined the economy?
April 3, 2025 at 9:08 PM
Alright. Fess up. Which one of us trans ruined the economy?
Calgary as a trans sanctuary city?????? More likely than you think
Could Calgary become the first sanctuary city for transgender rights in Canada, following five other cities in the United States? Local advocate Dr. Victoria Bucholtz wants to make that an election issue.
Calgary as sanctuary city floated by advocate during Transgender Day of Visibility - LiveWire Calgary
Prominent advocate for transgender individuals and their rights, Dr. Victoria Bucholtz, has put forward the idea of Calgary becoming a sanctuary city for transgender rights in the province. She plans…
buff.ly
April 1, 2025 at 9:11 PM
Calgary as a trans sanctuary city?????? More likely than you think
Happy Transgender Day of Visibility!!! 🏳️⚧️
Celebrate joy, life, and community today!
Celebrate joy, life, and community today!
March 31, 2025 at 2:34 PM
Happy Transgender Day of Visibility!!! 🏳️⚧️
Celebrate joy, life, and community today!
Celebrate joy, life, and community today!
TRANS DAY OF VISIBILITY celebration! Today at city hall in Calgary!! 2-4 pm!! Plus come on down and get lawn signs from Queer Momentum!
March 30, 2025 at 4:24 PM
TRANS DAY OF VISIBILITY celebration! Today at city hall in Calgary!! 2-4 pm!! Plus come on down and get lawn signs from Queer Momentum!
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Hop in babe, we're DRAGging the vote.
Drag culture and trans rights are on the ballot this election.
Luckily for us, @faejohnstone.bsky.social and @karlamarx1917.bsky.social are here to do something about it.
Drag queen political reads? Yes please.
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Drag culture and trans rights are on the ballot this election.
Luckily for us, @faejohnstone.bsky.social and @karlamarx1917.bsky.social are here to do something about it.
Drag queen political reads? Yes please.
WATCH THE LATEST EPISODE OF BUBBLE POP NOW:
All the rest is drag - especially in the Canadian election (with Fae Johnstone and Karla Marx)
YouTube video by Rachel Gilmore
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March 28, 2025 at 7:30 PM
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