Ron Muncaster

Ron Muncaster

Country

Australia

Birth - Death

1936 - 2017

Occupation

Fashion

Description

Iconic fashion designer for the Sydney Mardi Gras since the early 1980s, known for his outrageous designs and use of sequins. Received a lifetime achievement award from Sydney Mardi Gras (2014). The Ron Muncaster Award for Best Costume is named in his honour. Subject of the documentary 'Queen Sequina: The Life of Ron Muncaster' (2003).

Further Reading/Research

• https://www.gaystarnews.com/article/extravagantly-gay-costume-designer-ron-muncaster-dies-age-81/#gs.4pAlAiY
• https://www.daao.org.au/bio/ron-muncaster/events/
• https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/the-screen-guide/t/queen-sequina--the-life-of-ron-muncaster-2003/20117/