Mantasia 2 Drag King Show

Mantasia 2: Return to Mantasia The “Drag King MET Gala” Returns with an All-New Show to the Somerville Theatre Presented by award-winning Boston drag king Rusty Hammer, The second annual installment of MANTASIA: Celebrating Masculine Glamour in the World of Drag, comes to the Somerville Theatre main stage for one night only on September 12th.&nbsp; ABOUT MANTASIA 2: RETURN TO MANTASIA: Showcasing the breadth and depth of what it means to explore masculinity through drag performance and costume, a cast of drag kings from across the country have been tasked with bringing their newest, most elaborate, and innovative costume designs and accompanying acts for a 2.5 hour stage show with intermission, refreshments and local beer and wine from Somerville Theatre's concession stand in a historic Vaudeville theatre. From Las Vegas Showboys, to creatures of fantasy realms, to monsters of your deepest nightmares, MANTASIA 2: Return to Mantasia combines music, dance, comedy and stagecraft to continue its reputation as a drag king revue the likes of which have never been assembled on one stage elsewhere in the world.&nbsp; Drag and gendered performance is most often associated with drag queens exaggerating feminine aesthetics. While Masculinity is often considered a neutral canvas, and femininity a performance to be commented on, what does it mean to be both masculine and glamorous? Whether you are a long time fan of drag kings, or being introduced to the art form for the first time, MANTASIA 2 will showcase what drag can be in a new and fascinating light. Celebrating the innovations and achievements of an often overlooked performance genre, MANTASIA 2 is considered to be the “MET Gala” of masculine drag. A great event for dates, after work outings, celebrating birthdays, anniversaries and bachelorette parties; featuring a “best dressed” audience member contest with a $100 cash prize. Do you have what it takes walk the red carpet and take home the prize with your look? Come dressed to the nines and find out! Featuring the design and performance talents of:<ul><li>King Molasses (Winner of King of Drag, S.1, the worlds first drag king competition reality show)</li><li>Cyrus K Stratton (Newly announced competitor on King of Drag, S.2)</li><li>Throb Zombie (Dragula Finalist, S.5)</li><li>Benjamin Banjee (Denver, CO)</li><li>Hal Apenyo (Portland, OR)</li><li>Mr Elle Aye (Atlanta, GA)</li><li>Rusty Hammer</li><li>Sherman</li><li>Darren Tashine</li><li>Dulce De Leather</li><li>The Bicount Boops</li><li>Slick O’Connell</li><li>Stabitha Christie</li><li>And Hawkeye Fierce</li></ul>Tickets are $25-$55 Sliding Scale General Admission Show contains adult situations and is for audiences 18+

Somerville Theatre

The Briar and Rusty Show: Viva Las Vegas

Following the success of their debut show in September, Boston's hottest drag couple, Briar Blush and Rusty Hammer, return with another retro-inspired drag and variety show! This time, a dazzling salute to Sin City combines drag, comedy, circus arts, live music, burlesque, and more, among a vintage backdrop reimagined through an LGBTQ+ lens. Briar and Rusty have put together a red-hot evening that would make Elvis himself proud! Joining the couple onstage are their very best friends: some of Boston’s most noteworthy drag and cabaret talent, including: Saint Anique from Hot Haus TV, Boston Drag Gauntlet Winner Kirbie Fullyloaded, Now Serving Winner Zad Gravebone, Zon Legacy Phoenix, Camille Yen, Raquel Supreeze, Musical Guest Freddie Xowie, Rey Gold on pole, and Amara on Aerials. Don’t roll the dice on this opportunity; reserve your tickets today!  Performance contains partial nudity and adult situations. 18+ ONLY

The Mosesian Center for the Arts

S22: conversations

Wondering what to do in Boston? Places to eat? Free activities? Good for a group? Date night spot? Girls night out? The best things to do? Ask Joyraft!

Best places to go in Boston? Things to do? Places to eat?

Questions & answers about things to do in Boston

Recs 💬

Community recs 💬

S4: top picks

The most fun, cool and unique things to do in Boston. Can’t miss events, shows and experiences. Concerts, restaurants, bars, free things in Boston and beyond.

The most fun and cool events happening around Boston

Hot and new things to do in Boston

Hot & new

Hot & new 🔥

S11: happening this weekend

What to do in Boston this weekend? From festivals, concerts, performances, free events, screenings and more, Joyraft has the best things to do in Boston.

25+ things to do in Boston/Cambridge/Somerville this weekend

Things to do in Boston this weekend

This wknd

This weekend for you

S21: roundups

Our top picks: outdoor dining, free events, spring festivals, best bars, upcoming concerts, museum parties - the latest in and around Boston.  Slug: joyraft-top-picks-best-things-to-do-boston-ma

Top picks of the best things to do in and around Boston

Joyraft picks: Boston’s best things to do

Roundups ⭐️

Curated by Joyraft ⭐️

S28: calendar experiences

This week in Boston

This week in Boston 📆

This week 📆

S20: c+d experiences

Discover new, unique events and experiences happening in and around Boston. Perfect for date night, good for a group or with a friend. Be the first to know.

The newest events happening in and around Boston

The newest events on Joyraft

Just added

Just added to Joyraft

S16: editor picks

The most unique and can’t miss things coming up in Boston / Cambridge / Somerville and beyond. Festivals, food, drinks, fairs, concerts, art and free activities.

Unique and Can’t Miss Things to Do in Boston

Can’t-miss things to do in Boston 🚨

Can't-miss things to do 🚨

S2 (A): top experiences

The most popular things to do on Joyraft. Concerts, restaurants, bars, events, parties, openings, kid friendly, date ideas, free things in Boston and beyond.

Top 20 things to do in Boston

Top 20: Joyraft’s most popular

Top 20

Top 20 on Joyraft

S3 (A): trending experiences

Discover can’t miss events and things to do in Boston. The most fun, unique and cool events coming to the Boston area this spring and summer.

The hottest events happening in Boston

Trending events on Joyraft

Trending 📈

S19: interest based

Kid-friendly events in Boston

S18: interest based

Where to eat and drink in Boston? Joyraft has Boston’s newest bars, restaurants and specials. Drinks and pre fixe dinner menus. Cambridge & Somerville too.

Boston Bars and Restaurants: Events and Openings

Food & drink experiences in Boston

Food & drink experiences 

Rusty Hammer

Where

joyraft.host61425

Experiences

Mantasia 2 Drag King Show

The Briar and Rusty Show: Viva Las Vegas