Drag shows--what am I missing?

It's entertainment that the performers do because they love it and they're good at it. I do know what you mean, but there is nothing offensive at all when you've seen how much fun they have.

Think of it like any other form of entertainment. Some people love horror movies, others hate them. That doesn't make the former murderers or the latter wusses, and your friend shouldn't be judging you.

I think maybe your friend is pushing you too hard, but that you really don't know what it's all about. Why don't you go to a show without them, and see how you feel about it? Then if you don't enjoy it, at least you can tell them No having tried it. Otherwise, they'll keep up with the 'don't knock it till you've tried it' line.

We went to a Bar/entertainment center in Downtown Vegas many years ago called Drinks and Drag. I cant even tell you how much fun we had. They even had an amateur night on Sunday nights they would assist in helping others learn the 'trade'..... One slow night we must have spent 2 hours talking to our bartender about everything from make up to shoes...

I cant ever seem to find a drag bingo around here, but drag brunch on Sunday is always a great time.

while i haven't been in years, i would jump at the chance to go. i have always found them to be entertaining and fun. the way the queens can think on their feet and come back with zippy comments always impresses me, above and beyond the actual performances, hair and makeup. 

BUT if i asked a friend to go with me and they weren't into it, no biggie. i like to hike outside the city in the forest, she wants to hike thru Mediterranean jumbo grocery store.... no harm, no foul. 

people can be friends and into different things. but you shouldn't be judged for it. 

My daughter's best friend is a drag queen in NYC. He's amazing - hilarious, gorgeous and incredibly talented.

I agree with most everyone else - if it's not your thing, don't bother. But it sounds like you may have the wrong idea about what goes on and what they're about. Google and watch some YouTube videos - I believe it's much more entertaining than you think.

I’ve been to a show, and bingo. They were fun, but not necessarily something I’d do again unless someone else’s wanted to go or we stumbled upon a show.

I can totally see why people love them, and why it’s looks fun. But I’m not that outgoing, and so that loud and exciting of an event isn’t usually my cup of tea. I prefer lower key events like going out to eat or small group stuff. The costumes, hair and makeup are gorgeous.

Oh! I forgot the one we went to in Key West was small but fun. I got a big old kiss right on the mouth from a performer! 😂 i though DH (XDH now) was going to die right on the spot...that was the best part of the night, hehe. It was his idea to go, but didn’t really know what to expect.

I hate when people try to push/shame me into doing something I'm not interested in doing.

Nope! Not a modeling show. Its like going to the theater (but its not serious...). They are there entertaining you -- from the makeup, to the costumes to the jokes -- its all about everyone being welcome and having a good time. 

Seriously, you should go (with or without DH). You will have a blast! 

Simply put, it's dinner theater (or brunch theater!) You eat and/or drink while a dancing, glittery, colorful, musical extravaganza happens on stage and in the audience.

I just don't see the logic in this statement- at ALL. 

Like someone above said, I don't have to actually sky dive myself to know (okay, believe--very strongly) that I would absolutely HATE it.  I'm afraid of getting on the top step of a ladder, so I'm fairly certain I will NOT enjoy willingly jumping out of an airplane, and I can think of MUCH more fun ways that I could spend a few hundred dollars. 

I don't like going into any kind of water that's deeper than where I can touch the bottom, so I'm pretty sure, even without actually doing it, that I would hate going on something like a shark dive-- and again, I can think of MUCH better ways to spend my money.  

Saying to someone 'you should do it and you'll *know* for sure' is still pressuring someone into doing something.  It sounds way too much like a guy trying to pressure his girlfriend into having a threesome, or something.  Just my extra-cynical attitude this morning, I guess.  

I'm not much of a joiner but I'd do that road trip. 😂

I love a good drag show! Even love a bad one.
But what I love is not the point of the discussion.

What are you missing? Well, you COULD ve missing the best night of your life! You could be in awe of the art that is drag, and be sorry you missed out until you went to this show.
Or, you could fwel very uncomfortable the whole time, and regret going.
It's difficult to know if you and your husband would enjoy a drag show. But based on your comments about it in this thread, it seems like you have an impression of drag being something it's not. It's probably what you think it is, but MORE, MORE, MOOOOORE!!!

And if that's not your thing, just decline the invitation. You should not be shamed into, or be called a homophobe, for not wanting to attend. That is actually the complete opposite of the spirit of drag.

I have watched a few season og RuPaul's Drag Race. And it's fun and extravagant, but the absolute best is the friendships and support the community give each other.

Story of my life 

If someone knows nothing about drag shows, I can see them wondering if it’s about mocking transvestites, in which case she would think it’s inappropriate.

Also, clue me in if I’m wrong, but drag does not equal gay.

A friend telling me my husband must be a homophobe if he won’t attend a drag show… I’d have to reevaluate the word “friend”.

I’ve been to drag shows because we used to have them at work. One of our employees was the star. As far as entertainment goes, it’s not in my Top 10 of choices for spending an evening. YMMV, which is the correct answer in my view.

And I’ve been Bubbles LaRue since my jr high gym teacher started calling me that (I have no idea why either!!!)