It is no secret that RuPaul’s Drag Race has brought drag to a new audience
Drag, the art of dressing up as, imitating, and exaggerating another gender, used to be seen as a niche art form, even in the LGBTQ+ community.
This is why Ru Paul's Drag Race, a reality TV show based in the United States where drag queens compete for $100,000, has shocked many with its popularity.
Ten years after the show first aired, a popular spin off premiered in Thailand, and a UK version of the show will be airing sometime later this year.
Bristol is one of the cities in the UK that has its own thriving drag scene.
For fans of the show who want more drag than what is currently provided, here is a list of five drag events happening in Bristol this month. Netflix's best shows and films to appear in April
Drag Idol 2019
Where: OMG Bar Bristol, Frogmore Street
When: April 14
In this national drag talent show, Drag Queens from around the United Kingdom will be competing to be crowned this years’ UK Drag idol.
Competitors will be given ten-minute slots to wow the judges and audience with their performances.
The first day of the competition will take place on April 14, and will continue every Sunday after that until May 5
This event is free, but you should always tip your drag queens.
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Brizzle Boyz - Drag King Cabaret - XII!
Where: Southbank Club, Dean Lane
When: April 18
This is a drag king and queer punk night in Bristol, with five local drag kings performing in a cabaret.
Drag Kings are notably missing from RuPaul’s drag race, making this event a great chance for fans to learn more about this version of drag.
Tickets are £12 at the door, and the venue is wheelchair accessible.
Pop Nation does drag: Lucinda Lashes
Where: BBB - Bristol Bear Bar, West Street
When: April 5
BBB bar is a well-known LGBTQ+ bar in Bristol that regularly hosts Drag Queens.
This week they will be hosting Lucinda Lashes, a drag queen based in Southampton and Bournemouth.
This seasoned queen is known for both her comedy and singer.
Entry to this event is free, and the bar will be open until 12pm.
Sunday Drag at The Rose Miss Match & Drag With No Name!
Where: The Rose of Denmark
When: Every Sunday this month.
If you want to go to a casual drag event this month, go to The Rose Denmark any Sunday from 6pm to 11pm.
Miss Match, a local Drag Queen, will combine singing and comedy in their performance.
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Cabaret Sundays
Where: OMG BAR BRISTOL
When: Every Sunday
OMG Bar, another LGBTQ+ bar in Bristol, is known for its Drag performers.
They host a different local drag queens in their cabaret show every Sunday.
As an added bonus, happy hour lasts from 8pm to 11pm.
