Teeni Banhmi

Teeni Banhmi is a powerhouse performer, producer, drag beauty queen, and pole dancer shaping Canberra’s creative and queer scene. Known for pushing technical limits with intricate pole technique and long, dynamic combos, Teeni blends beauty, boldness, and daring elegance across pole, drag, and burlesque.

As a co‑leader of Menagerie of Misfits Productions, Teeni helped create a series of successful, uniquely curated shows that carved out safe, welcoming spaces for artists from diverse backgrounds — setting a new benchmark for inclusive performance in the ACT and beyond.

They’ve competed at Mr Pole, Mx Pole ACT, and the Australian Pole Championships, bringing storytelling and technical mastery to national stages. As a qualified instructor at Kittens Pole Studio and Flows & Co Studio, Teeni is known for nurturing and empowering students and emerging performers with clarity, care, and confidence.

Beyond the stage, Teeni is deeply embedded in community life — serving as President of Canberra Frontrunners and organising the Sydney Mardi Gras “Capital of Equality” float, strengthening visibility and connection across the queer community.

Teeni leads with culture, care, and creativity — lighting pathways for others and championing spaces where every story can rise.