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Post by iamkristinl16 on Sept 22, 2021 23:42:10 GMT
My friend has been pressuring me to go to a drag show for awhile now but it really doesn't interest me. I don't care if someone else goes, but I don't really see the point and it almost seems offensive in a way? Like making fun of people? But I could also see it as self-expression. I don't know, but it doesn't seem entertaining to me. She makes it seems like DH and I are missing out and that if DH doesn't want to go it must mean that he is homophobic or has a fragile ego. Am I missing something? What are your thoughts?
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Post by dizzycheermom on Sept 22, 2021 23:46:03 GMT
I don't really see how it is making fun of people. It's a performance. My daughter and I love to watch drag race and have been to several drag shows. Love to see people able to be their true selves and we go to support that!
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Post by jenna on Sept 22, 2021 23:56:28 GMT
Drag is entertainment at its core. From beauty pageants to filth, shock, & horror and everything in between. I don't see how it makes fun of anything? It's art, performance, and many times intersectionality between gender, race, and feminism.
Your friend shouldn't be pressuring you into anything, that's not a good friend. If you don't want to go no should be an acceptable answer full stop.
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Post by workingclassdog on Sept 23, 2021 0:01:14 GMT
I don’t see the appeal …. But not saying it wouldn’t be fun, just doesn’t sound like something I would want to do. Not against it though.
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Post by busy on Sept 23, 2021 0:04:32 GMT
I mean, if you don't want to go, don't go, but I've never had anything but a great time at a drag show.
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Post by inkedup on Sept 23, 2021 0:10:51 GMT
Drag shows are FUUUUUUN!
The ones I've been to were ALWAYS a celebration of the performers. I think it's empowering to the performers.
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Post by inkedup on Sept 23, 2021 0:11:33 GMT
I mean, if you don't want to go, don't go, but I've never had anything but a great time at a drag show. Well. We know what we're doing if we ever meet in person 🤷♀️ |
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Post by monicad on Sept 23, 2021 0:12:09 GMT
A group of girlfriends and I went to drag bingo before Covid, and it was one of the best nights I’ve ever had! Everyone there was friendly and welcoming, and I loved seeing the mix of all different people coming together to just enjoy a good time. Try it…you might like it! 😉
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Post by busy on Sept 23, 2021 0:14:11 GMT
I'm not understanding how it's making fun of the performers. Is a concert making fun of the musicians? Is standup comedy making fun of the comedian? Is dance performance making fun of the dancers?
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Post by malibou on Sept 23, 2021 0:14:24 GMT
I love going to drag shows. They are truly entertainers!
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Post by bothmykidsrbrats on Sept 23, 2021 0:16:10 GMT
DH didn't think a drag show was something he would enjoy, based on watching The Birdcage, but agreed to a brunch in Palm Springs, when we were there for an overnight date night (we saw Randy Rainbow the night before  .) I think he had a better time than I did. OMG we laughed until we had mimosas coming out of our noses. If you think drag is in anyway offensive or mean, it's not your thing. Just tell your friend you are not interested in it, and move on. Like everything else, it's not for everyone, and that's okay. |
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Post by leannec on Sept 23, 2021 0:27:22 GMT
I think drag queens are so beautiful ... I wish I could look like some of them! I've only been to one drag show and it was so fun!  I love the sparkles and makeup ... they are girly girls like me  |
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Post by voltagain on Sept 23, 2021 0:51:16 GMT
My friend has been pressuring me to go to a drag show for awhile now but it really doesn't interest me. I don't care if someone else goes, but I don't really see the point and it almost seems offensive in a way? Like making fun of people? But I could also see it as self-expression. I don't know, but it doesn't seem entertaining to me. She makes it seems like DH and I are missing out and that if DH doesn't want to go it must mean that he is homophobic or has a fragile ego. Am I missing something? What are your thoughts? I have never been to a drag show, back in 2003 I worked with a guy who performed in them. He frequently brought in photos of his most recent performance to share during break. It was not about making fun of any one. It was a talent showcase of costuming and make up artistry along with talent in singing, musicianship, comedic performance, dance and any other performance art you can think of. He would ask for input about his costuming he was considering or performance pieces he was considering. It can be bawdy, risque, outright raunchy or not so much. It is either going to be your kind of entertainment or not. Doesn't have to do with being homophobic or fragile to not enjoy it. There are very few movies or live performance I ever feel like going to. |
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Post by keithurbanlovinpea on Sept 23, 2021 1:36:48 GMT
Oh one of the best memories of my life is from hitting a drag show in Vegas with my the MIL who was probably 70 years old at the time. We had so much fun we simultaneously cried and peed our pants
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Post by Deleted on Sept 23, 2021 1:41:40 GMT
My friend has been pressuring me to go to a drag show for awhile now but it really doesn't interest me. I don't care if someone else goes, but I don't really see the point and it almost seems offensive in a way? Like making fun of people? But I could also see it as self-expression. I don't know, but it doesn't seem entertaining to me. She makes it seems like DH and I are missing out and that if DH doesn't want to go it must mean that he is homophobic or has a fragile ego. Am I missing something? What are your thoughts? Why does she assume DH is homophobic and you're not? Not saying either of you are, but why does DH get the judgement from her? I think it's a little ridiculous she's doing that. Would she judge people because they don't watch Marvel movies or Disney on Ice. Just because you don't like a genre of entertainment, doesn't mean your personality is flawed. I guess everyone will imply because you haven't tried it, how can you know you won't like it. I haven't tried sky diving, don't have anything against it, but also don't have any interest to try it. Again - it's not a personality flaw. It's a preference. I guess if you are curious then go check it out, but if it's not your style of entertainment then no need to feel bad for it. Chocolate, vanilla, strawberry - we all like what we like. |
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Post by iamkristinl16 on Sept 23, 2021 1:43:25 GMT
Maybe what I am missing is the entertainment portion. To me it seemed like it was basically a modeling show. But it sounds like there is more to it than that.
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Post by iamkristinl16 on Sept 23, 2021 1:44:30 GMT
My friend has been pressuring me to go to a drag show for awhile now but it really doesn't interest me. I don't care if someone else goes, but I don't really see the point and it almost seems offensive in a way? Like making fun of people? But I could also see it as self-expression. I don't know, but it doesn't seem entertaining to me. She makes it seems like DH and I are missing out and that if DH doesn't want to go it must mean that he is homophobic or has a fragile ego. Am I missing something? What are your thoughts? Why does she assume DH is homophobic and you're not? Not saying either of you are, but why does DH get the judgement from her? I think it's a little ridiculous she's doing that. Would she judge people because they don't watch Marvel movies or Disney on Ice. Just because you don't like a genre of entertainment, doesn't mean your personality is flawed. I guess everyone will imply because you haven't tried it, how can you know you won't like it. I haven't tried sky diving, don't have anything against it, but also don't have any interest to try it. Again - it's not a personality flaw. It's a preference. I guess if you are curious then go check it out, but if it's not your style of entertainment then no need to feel bad for it. Chocolate, vanilla, strawberry - we all like what we like. This is how I see it as well. |
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Post by padresfan619 on Sept 23, 2021 1:52:48 GMT
Drag shows are a mix of lip syncing, dancing, stand up comedy, real singing and admiring the talent these performers have for dressing up and doing their hair and make up. It is a really fun time, you tip them as they walk by and they may tease some people in the audience, but it’s all in good fun. I live in an area where there’s a very popular drag show and have gone several times. The drinks are strong and the company is very fun.
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Post by femalebusiness on Sept 23, 2021 2:16:51 GMT
One of the best live shows that I have ever seen was a drag show in Vegas. Can't remember the stars name but he was sooooo talented and gorgeous. The humor was belly laugh fun. So glad I got to see it.
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Post by freecharlie on Sept 23, 2021 2:20:39 GMT
I don’t see the appeal …. But not saying it wouldn’t be fun, just doesn’t sound like something I would want to do. Not against it though. someday, I'd go with you. We'd have fun  |
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Post by freecharlie on Sept 23, 2021 2:22:51 GMT
Maybe what I am missing is the entertainment portion. To me it seemed like it was basically a modeling show. But it sounds like there is more to it than that. nothing like a modeling show...I mean at some they may walk the runway, but it is part of an act. |
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Post by ComplicatedLady on Sept 23, 2021 2:26:57 GMT
It was a talent showcase of costuming and make up artistry along with talent in singing, musicianship, comedic performance, dance and any other performance art you can think of. This is my thinking. Drag shows are entertainment with fancy costumes, makeup, and performances. Typically there are good cocktails too! |
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Post by PolarGreen12 on Sept 23, 2021 2:27:15 GMT
Drag Shows are a night! Love them. So much fun. It’s not modeling it’s performance. Usually lip syncing to a song, comedy or a it’s a skit. It’s a good time! Ease yourself into it and go to Drag Bingo to start. There’s a club here that does drag bingo twice a month and the proceeds go to the Equality Center youth programs.
FYI a queen gave me my own drag name like 10 years ago. You may now address me as Queen FiFi LaRue. 😉
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Post by Skellinton on Sept 23, 2021 2:44:32 GMT
Maybe what I am missing is the entertainment portion. To me it seemed like it was basically a modeling show. But it sounds like there is more to it than that. I haven’t been to one since the 90’s (there was a bar/club here that had shows every Sunday), but they weren’t just runway shows. As others have said they typically lip sync and have a stand up portion. Of course, each venue will be different, but they are much more than a modeling show. If you don’t want to go your friend needs to stop harassing you. I don’t see the appeal of going to comedy clubs, but that doesn’t make me anti comedy. Your friend sounds like a pill. We always enjoyed them, but they definitely are not everyone’s cup of tea. |
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Post by Skellinton on Sept 23, 2021 2:46:08 GMT
Drag Shows are a night! Love them. So much fun. It’s not modeling it’s performance. Usually lip syncing to a song, comedy or a it’s a skit. It’s a good time! Ease yourself into it and go to Drag Bingo to start. There’s a club here that does drag bingo twice a month and the proceeds go to the Equality Center youth programs. FYI a queen gave me my own drag name like 10 years ago. You may now address me as Queen FiFi LaRue. 😉 Um, Fifi LaRue is my gamer name and has been for 20 years. I challenge you to a duel at dawn! Winner gets to keep the name. Ha! |
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Post by PolarGreen12 on Sept 23, 2021 2:58:03 GMT
Drag Shows are a night! Love them. So much fun. It’s not modeling it’s performance. Usually lip syncing to a song, comedy or a it’s a skit. It’s a good time! Ease yourself into it and go to Drag Bingo to start. There’s a club here that does drag bingo twice a month and the proceeds go to the Equality Center youth programs. FYI a queen gave me my own drag name like 10 years ago. You may now address me as Queen FiFi LaRue. 😉 Um, Fifi LaRue is my gamer name and has been for 20 years. I challenge you to a duel at dawn! Winner gets to keep the name. Ha! But I’m the one with the title of Queen. 😉😂😂😂 |
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Post by 950nancy on Sept 23, 2021 3:41:28 GMT
We went to Lipps in NYC several times. Those guys were amazing and hysterical. They seem to be having a blast. They also kind of like the shock and awe they create. We went with a couple and the guy was not into at first, but he did seem to enjoy the humor and watching the audience.
I can see not wanting to go, but we wanted to try something we'd never done before in NYC and then went back two years later. With a fun group of friends, it was the perfect entertainment.
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Post by pjaye on Sept 23, 2021 4:01:45 GMT
If you have no interest then don't go.
I can't see why someone would be pressured into doing something they don't enjoy.
I don't go to football matches or the opera or comedy shows, and it doesn't matter how many people tell me I'd like it...I already know I wouldn't.
Saying that, my opinion (and not said in any way to try to sway you) I LOVE drag.
I love the over the top costumes & entertainment aspect...it's performance art.
I love when they are great at 'reading' (insult comedy) and yes, it's usually rude, crude and deliberately shocking.
There's different types of drag shows - the ballroom & pageant shows are the ones like modeling shows
The Queens at a drag venue are more likely to read & lipsync.
But if gay men in dresses aren't your thing that fine - don't be forced into going if you don't want to and stand there having a bad time. It's one of those things were you are either all in and love it - or you're out, there's not many people in between.
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Post by Jili on Sept 23, 2021 4:16:06 GMT
I've only been to one drag show (just before COVID hit), but it was so much fun. The 'Divas' circulated the restaurant, singing and dancing. We enjoyed excellent cocktails (I had a "Porn Star" martini) and a tasty dinner. I'd love to go again, and to some shows with different formats.
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Post by ~summer~ on Sept 23, 2021 4:55:22 GMT
I feel like you should go. Do anything once and once you go you will know if you like it or not.
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