Brewtorium in Austin Shuts Down Pride Month Drag Brunch After Bomb Threat | Eater Austin

"On June 9, a Pride Month edition of its monthly drag brunch was shut down early after organizers received an email claiming a pipe bomb had been placed in the office and including the slur “fuck drag queen scum.” Police responded to 6015 Dillard Circle and, with an FBI liaison involved, searched the premises but found no explosive device; owners later said the incident is likely part of a recent wave of hoax threats affecting institutions nationwide. The business closed for safety, shared Venmo accounts to support affected performers, staff, and onsite vendors, and asked the community for additional attendance and financial help during the typically slow summer season. Leadership expressed gratitude for community support, insisted the venue will continue hosting Legendary Drag Brunch and other LGBTQIA events, and framed the space as a committed safe place in the face of targeted hate." - Courtney E. Smith