By Kevin Ferrisi –
MASHANTUCKET, CONNECTICUT – RuPaul’s Drag Race Werq the World tour is taking audiences behind the velvet ropes of the most exclusive awards show in herstory. The high-energy production kicked off its latest tour at Foxwoods Resort Casino in Mashantucket, CT, bringing a fabulous lineup of drag superstars to the stage. Fans were treated to an unforgettable night of show-stopping performances, extravagant costumes, and the charisma, uniqueness, nerve, and talent that have made RuPaul’s Drag Race a global phenomenon.
The RuPaul’s Drag Race Werq the World 2025 tour brought the glamour and excitement of television drag to the stage with a live show themed around an awards ceremony. Hosted by Jimbo in the style of Joan Rivers, the tour features fan-favorite queens delivering unforgettable performances, including Daya Betty as Lady Gaga, Jaida Essence Hall as Beyoncé, Jorgeous as Ariana Grande, Kim Chi as Celine Dion, and Vanessa Vanjie as Rihanna. Presented by Voss Events in collaboration with World of Wonder and MTV, the tour delivered a dazzling combination of music, fashion, and high-energy entertainment.
“The show was exciting, exuberant, and engaging. The comedy and audience interaction were a bonus! When living in dark times, it was the light we all needed to shine really bright. It was an amazing show, I was thoroughly entertained from start to finish.” – Loukas Diakoloukas
The RuPaul’s Drag Race Werq the World 2025 tour brought camp, charisma, and a healthy dose of glitter to the stage with an extravagant awards show theme. Jimbo channeled the legendary Joan Rivers as host, guiding audiences through a star-studded lineup. The year’s production dazzled with a completely new stage design, overflowing with glitz, glamour, and larger-than-life performances that turned every moment into a celebration of drag at its most fabulous.
“I can say that Vanjie had my favorite performance. I love the mix of Rihanna songs she chose, her dancing was amazing, and I nearly got emotional when she performed Diamonds while sitting on a swing. I also loved when she and Jimbo performed S&M. They were a unique pair that worked well together, and I liked seeing a different side of Jimbo with her Britney Spears impression.” – Anna Bechtel
From August 15 to September 14, the stage features performances by Daya Betty, Jimbo, Jorgeous, Kim Chi, Jaida Essence Hall, Vanessa Vanjie, and Onya Nurve, while the lineup from September 15 to October 25 includes Derrick Barry, Jimbo, Morphine Love Dion, Jaida Essence Hall, Roxxxy Andrews, Sasha Velour, and Onya Nurve. Each performance brings high-energy entertainment, elaborate costumes, and unforgettable moments, turning every stop of the tour into a celebration of drag at its finest.
“The show was amazing! The queens looked just like who they were supposed to be. Miss Vanjie was fantastic as Rihanna, but the one that stood out was Daya Betty as Lady Gaga. The meet and greet was awesome. They were all sweet and loving.” – Andrew Malinoski
The presence of drag on grand stages like Foxwoods Resort & Casino highlights the growing recognition and celebration of the art form within mainstream entertainment. Hosting drag in such an esteemed venue not only showcases the talent and creativity of the performers but also affirms the cultural significance of drag as a powerful form of self-expression. By bringing drag to one of Connecticut’s most prominent entertainment destinations, Foxwoods provides visibility, validation, and a sense of inclusivity for audiences while reinforcing the importance of drag in shaping today’s performance landscape.
“This show was everything I wished it would be and more! From the moment I stepped in the line for the meet and greet until I walked back to my room, I was feeling nothing but pure joy. The queens were so sweet and kind to me, and they absolutely delivered on stage!” – Taylor Dauphinais
Foxwoods Resort & Casino welcomed the queens of RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars season 9 last September 2024 as the tour made its second-to-last stop in Mashantucket, Connecticut. The All Stars LIVE tour, presented by Voss Events in collaboration with World of Wonder, brought a high-energy showcase featuring Jorgeous, Plastique Tiara, Roxxxy Andrews, Shannel, Vanessa Vanjie Mateo, and Angeria Paris VanMicheals. Gottmik later joined the tour midway through, adding an extra spark to the already star-studded cast as the queens delivered a night of fierce performances that thrilled the crowd.
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