Drag Queen Story Hour sessions for kids have been receiving a lot of attention in the US from conservative protestors. Aida H Dee’s UK shows are attracting similar protests, though the coast was clear before this particular hour. Bedecked in a fully inclusive rainbow-flag sparkly jumpsuit and beehive wig, Aida delivers a show that is aimed at, and of course completely suitable for, young children. Before we get down to the story itself there’s plenty of delaying silliness with warming-up roars and fart noises, potato role-play and plenty of ‘it’s behind you’ panto-type shenanigans for all.

The story written by Aida herself is a reworking of Three Billy Goats Gruff. Here, there’s a black goat, a brown goat and a pink goat who do battle with the white wolf under the bridge. Don’t think you really need to have it explained there that it’s a modern tale of diversity and acceptance.

But ultimately it’s gentle, silly fun for small children; an inclusive story performed in a knockabout fashion by a performer in a gloriously OTT shiny outfit. We’ve had panto dames for years and drag has been present in mainstream family entertainment on TV for decades so you have to wonder what all the fuss is about. On the way out, it was apparent that a couple of protestors had appeared, one with a megaphone claiming that drag was adult entertainment and not for children. I inquired if she had seen the show. She looked at me for a moment then repeated the same thing again through the megaphone into my face, not answering the question. I’ll take that as a ‘no’ then.

Drag Queen Story Hour, Assembly Roxy, until 27 August, 11am.