Drag Heals
Overview
RuPaul’s influence on popularizing drag has opened doors for many to explore this vibrant art form. Drag Heals takes viewers on an intimate journey with men who have never donned heels or makeup but yearn to unleash their inner drag queens. Enrolling in Canada's inaugural drag class, these participants learn to craft unique personas drawn from their own experiences. As they navigate this transformative process, they prepare for a public performance that serves as a powerful expression of self-discovery. Unlike typical drag shows, Drag Heals provides a behind-the-scenes look at the emotional and artistic depth of each performance.
Episodes
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1
Meet the Mentors
The new queens arrive for their inaugural Drag School session, where they encounter other aspiring performers who share their ambition of becoming daz...
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Part I
In West Africa's Gambia, Kunta Kinte, the son of Omoro and Binta, excels during his initiation into manhood. However, his newfound status is short-liv...
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First Time in Heels
For a number of the new queens, this week's challenge marks their inaugural experience wearing and performing in heels.
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Part II
After a brutal uprising, the slave ship Lord Ligonier reaches its destination, and Kunta Kinte faces the humiliation of being sold at a slave auction ...
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Just a Boy in a Dress
The Queens take the stage to perform for one another, aiming to build their confidence. While some truly dazzle with their talent, others realize they...
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Part III
In the year 1776, a country battles for its independence, yet not everyone is included in this quest for freedom. Haunted by his past as a Mandinka wa...
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Part IV
Following Genelva's secretive rendezvous with Junta, which successfully distracts attention away from her escape with him, Kunta develops a deep roman...
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Personal Stories
The Queens open up as they reveal intimate stories that have significantly influenced their lives and identities.
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Church on Church
The Queens reminisce about their experiences in Drag School, considering the path that led them to a live drag performance. This show captivates the a...
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Part V
Teenage Kizzy, knowledgeable about Mandinka history, finds herself falling for Noah, a young man eager to break free from his circumstances.
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Part VI
Chicken George is dispatched to England as a settlement for his owner's gambling losses.
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Part VII
Chicken George arrives back in North Carolina only to discover that his sons have tied the knot and begun their own families. While adjusting to this ...
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Part VIII
Although the Civil War has ended, former slaves face the threat of night riders. In a bid to protect his clients, Tom marks their horseshoes, which he...
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To Every Queen a King or Thing
A vibrant group of drag kings, queens, and various performers come together to weave their individual narratives into a captivating stage production. ...
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Drag Therapy
Psychotherapist Leon Silvers becomes part of the team to delve into the healing power of drag performance.
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3
The Exaggerated Self
Theatre Director Tracey Erin Smith encourages the drag performers to delve into their own identities and amplify those elements dramatically in a crea...
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You‘re Gonna Love Me
The drag performers are given the opportunity to reveal a piece of their personal journey on stage while also taking part in their inaugural lip-sync ...
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The Mask to Unmask
On Drag Heals, it’s the day dedicated to makeup and hairstyling, and the cast welcomes experienced experts Kosta and Flare to help them perfect thei...
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Hell No!
Leelando, the talented drag costume designer, shares invaluable insights and techniques with the Drag Heals cast as they begin crafting their costumes...
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We Are Family
Brian, the oldest member of the cast, shares a thoughtful perspective on his life and the evolution of LGBTQ rights. He emphasizes the significance of...
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The Happy House
Choreographer Jeff Dimitrios teams up with theatre director Tracey Erin Smith to help the drag artists polish their routines as they prepare for the u...
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Life is Not a Dress Rehearsal
As opening night approaches, the Drag Heals cast experiences a thrilling tech and dress rehearsal, but things don't unfold as expected.
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Leave it on the Stage
The cast of Drag Heals captivates audiences with their sold-out shows, sharing their heartfelt personal journeys on stage and leaving everyone in atte...
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Leave it on the Stage Part 2
The cast of Drag Heals captivates sold-out audiences as they share their heartfelt personal stories, leaving everyone cheering and on their feet.
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Dream Team
A fresh assembly of Kings, Queens, and Monarchs embark on a journey to weave their individual tales into a theatrical performance. They engage in deep...
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Your Soul On Steroids
The drag performers delve into their deepest identities, embracing the light, the dark, and everything in between. They amplify these facets of themse...
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Grease Paint
Tracey tells the cast that the masks we wear in life can sometimes expose our true selves. What truths will emerge when make-up artist Kosta MUA comes...
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I Am A King
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A Starr Is Born
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Lemons
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Lemonaide
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Buddies in Bad Times