By day, Dr. Waltin Zomaya manages HIV prevention services, hormone replacement therapy and other pharmacy needs at Little Rock’s Park West Pharmacy. By night, he transforms into Lady Kassandra the White, one of downtown Little Rock’s most inventive and captivating drag performers.
Known for high-energy numbers, elaborate costumes and a flair for the unexpected, Lady Kassandra has built a reputation that extends beyond the local scene. Zomaya, a licensed pharmacist who graduated from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Pharmacy in 2017, began performing drag in 2016 while still in school.
“The only thing I regret is not living my truth earlier in life,” he said. What began as an exploration of creativity and identity soon became a defining part of his life.
Zomaya initially chose pharmacy for its balance of science and human connection. “I really enjoyed retail, honestly. I think I enjoy personable interactions,” he said. “Medicine plus retail equals pharmacy.” While he appreciates the clinical side of the profession, he admits the politics of health care can be challenging. Still, his work allows him to make a tangible impact in the community…