A drag show is a form of entertainment performed by drag artists impersonating men or women, typically in a bar or nightclub. Drag shows can range from burlesque-style, adult themed nightclub acts to all-ages events with sing-alongs and story times. Typically, a drag show involves performers singing or lip-synching to songs while performing a pre-planned pantomime or dancing. There might also be some comedy, skits, and audience interaction. The performers are often given cash tips by the audience members. The performers often don elaborate costumes and makeup, and sometimes dress to imitate various famous opposite sex singers or personalities. Drag shows have become more popular with the documentary Paris is Burning, and shows like RuPauls Drag Race.

Some key points about drag shows include:

• Purpose: Drag shows are a form of entertainment that provide an avenue for self-expression and celebration of gender expressions.

• Performers: Drag queens are often gay men creating a female persona, while drag kings are often women performing in a male persona.

• Variety: Drag shows can range from amateur performances at small bars to elaborately staged theatrical presentations.

• Popularity: Drag shows have become more mainstream with the success of shows like RuPauls Drag Race.

Drag shows frequently include lip-sync acts, live singing performances, comedy, and dancing. They typically occur at LGBT pride parades, drag pageants, cabarets, carnivals, and nightclubs. Drag queens and drag kings may perform for a variety of reasons, ranging from artistic self-expression to mainstream performance.