A drag artist is a person who dresses in clothing and makeup that are typically associated with the opposite gender and performs before an audience. Drag shows are often staged in nightclubs, cabarets, carnivals, and LGBT pride festivals. Drag artists use their performances to express themselves, subvert gender norms, and entertain audiences. Drag shows can include lip-syncing, live singing, dancing, and other forms of entertainment. Drag queens are typically men who dress in exaggerated feminine clothing and makeup, while drag kings are women who dress in exaggerated masculine clothing and makeup. Drag artists have a rich history that dates back to ancient times, and they have played a key role in affirming and uplifting LGBTQ+ people who perform and enjoy it.