If one is curious why drag culture and community is so important, I really encourage you to watch this show. Every time I'm at a live show the end show celebration is what courses thru my spirit.
Three incredibly brave queens travel to areas of oppression, bringing people into themselves, confronting LGBT+phobia with fearlessness and instigating important dialogue.
48 Reviews
Wonderfully atypical
jimpowellsf26 April 2020
So far so good. Just one episode in and completely enjoyed the hour. The drag performers were familiar to me, and I was concerned this might be the usual fare or too contrived. It was neither. The stories were told in an authentic manner. I look forward to seeing the other episodes in the series.
Really special
mickharris23 October 2021
Bored one day, came across this title and saw a few photos, thinking it was a silly sort of sitcom that I could get lost in. I had no idea it was a "reality" show. I was 10 minutes into the first episode when it all came to fruition. Fun, mindless, silly, talented. Well, as I kept watching the episodes, mindless change to mindful. What this small gem of a series is doing is unique and the timing could not be more perfect in the climate we live in. When they go to each town, they do not hide the ugliness of racism and homophobia, yet do not exaggerate it either. It is what it is. As a proud gay man who has worked been part of the LGBTQ community for many years in the past, this show even gives me pause - so thoughtful. Trite, but walk a mile in someone's shoes: pumps, heels, loafers who cares! The chosen guests are a wonderful kind of diverse which adds to my admiration. Maybe it's me, but I do well up a couple times each episode. I just finished the season 2 opener and loved what they did. The episode started taping last year when Covid hit. They had to shut down (which is part of the last year season finale), so it picks it up a year later. Well done. Watch more than one, and you may see what I see.
The most important show on TV!
dutch-waterman23 May 2020
I am an old (71), straight white guy. This show makes me wish I was a drag queen, but I am afraid that that ship sailed for me many years ago. I just can't dance (or walk) anymore. Alas.
I don't know what I expected when I started watching "We're Here," but what I got is transformative (in more ways than gender identification). This show is about EMPOWERMENT! It is amazing to see how preforming in drag unleashes the power in people who have been repressed and suppressed by society. When common folk, too often looked down upon by the community for their sexual orientation, can unabashedly display a cross-gender identity and proudly expose the breadth and depth of their inner power, it becomes a joyous event for everyone!
The language is raw and uncensored, but otherwise this is entertainment for the whole family.
My wife and I feel empowered just watching this show. It also makes us hopeful, watching people overcome the bondage of gender-identity. If "regular people" can publicly eschew their gender issues by performing in drag, then we can each overcome anything!
The three gorgeous gay souls who headline the show travel to a different town each episode, spreading the drag gospel to the unenlightened by introducing them to the world of drag. Some people are resistant to these "drag evangelists," but the townspeople who participate in or attend the drag show display a sense of excitement and joyousness similar to religious ecstasy.
May the Drag-God bless all of these fabulous queens, and the rest of us too! Amen!
Made me want to love myself more
nlopez-545411 May 2020
From beginning to end, this show shows you the struggle that people go through. However, the energy and confidence that the drag queens brings is contagious and it makes me want to be better, do better and love better! 10/10 recommend!
So much better than most drag queen shows
drbarbc-526-5174661 May 2020
Warning: Spoilers
Sure, I have been a Shangela stan since Season 3 RPDR (ROBBED All-Stars 3!) so I may be a bit biased. Sure, I live 30 minutes from Gettysburg, PA, the location of episode 1 & I wished I were there when it was filmed... yet I can strongly recommend this series to ANY fan of drag. It has heart, it's so much better than other RPDR spin-offs & movies. Bob, Eureka & Shangela each add their own touch to make this show memorable. I'm looking forward to watching the upcoming episodes. I hope you give it a chance.
Exactly what we need right now.
CambronMcK24 April 2020
So fun, so funny with a heart and message of acceptance. Beautiful show that embraces the world as it is now, not as we'd like it to be. You don't have to be a fan of drag to appreciate stories of different lives, different world and different beliefs coming together.
Sooo Entertainting!
mviscid24 April 2020
In America, we need more elements that bring us together as a people. For this monumental task, We're Here presents Bringers of Unity in drag queen form. These three drag stars--Bob the Drag Queen, Shangela and Eureka--have the humor, charm, beauty, wisdom and emotion we all need now, during this time of crisis that is keeping us isolated, unamused and dispirited, even more than usual.
It had all the flavors; thrills *and* chills. I laughed. I cheered. I cringed. I cried. Entertainment, proper!!
It had all the flavors; thrills *and* chills. I laughed. I cheered. I cringed. I cried. Entertainment, proper!!
Love this show
allenriordanyork24 April 2020
So moving!
lisadearing9 May 2020
I think I've cried each episode. This show is all about loving yourself for who you are. Bob, Eureka, and Shangela are so good at helping each person transform and accept themselves for who they are. Plus their outfits are always amazing.
A show about life itself.
max-defaria14 May 2020
Makes me laugh, makes me cry, makes me questioning about my own life and my community. This is one of that shows that is not about queers or drag queens, it's just about life, love and accept who you are. Two thumbs up!
Emotional AF
jmartinalzate16 May 2020
I don't have words to describe what I feel watching at this great show! You can feel sad, happy, overwhelmed at the same time. Love seeing this art breaking boundaries and showing the love that lives within all of us. I'm definitely expecting a lot of seasons! <3
A Hoot
mcleodjack24 May 2020
More please
Jessicarabbit13139 May 2020
This show encompasses the heart of the LGBTQ+ community and the positive aspects that everyone can experience when they are open minded to accepting other people for who they are and not who they think they should be. The three very talented queens on this show are compassionate, intelligent, funny, and deeply giving people. This helps make the world a better place through understanding each other.
Drag to heal
monkey47-217-769435 May 2020
This show displays the thearaputic power of drag. Drag is more than just a form of entertainment, it's about empowerment and artistic expression. If you want an insight of how that is possible watch this show. Go in with an open mind and possibly learn something.
Absolutely what we need right now!
portlandbrown18 May 2020
In one of the most divisive periods in our nation's history, this show is exactly what we need to remind us what the true power of community is capable of when we come together and lead with respect, unconditional love and acceptance.
This show truly represents the transformative power of drag and as a fan of each of these legendary queens, I'm so proud to see them light up the path for change across the country with charisma, uniqueness, nerve and talent! :)
Watching them step into small towns where being gay or even just different is taboo has been so moving. I initially found myself feeling uncomfortable for them when some town residents reject their presence and it made me aware of the power we give to others when we allow their definitions for acceptance to impact us. Seeing the queens walk with their heads held high and empower people in those towns to find their voice and stand in their own power is E.V.E.R.Y.T.H.I.N.G.
Drag just might save the world, who knew? Hallelu!
This show truly represents the transformative power of drag and as a fan of each of these legendary queens, I'm so proud to see them light up the path for change across the country with charisma, uniqueness, nerve and talent! :)
Watching them step into small towns where being gay or even just different is taboo has been so moving. I initially found myself feeling uncomfortable for them when some town residents reject their presence and it made me aware of the power we give to others when we allow their definitions for acceptance to impact us. Seeing the queens walk with their heads held high and empower people in those towns to find their voice and stand in their own power is E.V.E.R.Y.T.H.I.N.G.
Drag just might save the world, who knew? Hallelu!
Halleloo!
cam21-660-80160625 August 2020
I can't stop crying!
djdavidandersen14 November 2021
This is better than just a drag show. It's healing, it's educating, it's sharing love. Coming from a small town before I moved to California, I could relate to basically every story on this. I LOVE how the producers have integrated allies, and those who are learning along side these professional queens. I was very skeptical at first. Thought it would be just another way to promote RuPauls Drag Race ( which is just fine! Love it). Could not be more wrong. America gets to see that there is more to drag than wigs and make up!!
Exceeded all expectations
michaelpsowa13 January 2022
Authentic LGBTQIA+ stories from across USA
pgqtddkjr29 May 2022
This show does a great job of telling the stories of LGBTQIA+ Americans. The celebration of each person's story with a performance in front of their community is really powerful to watch.
I appreciate the show's authenticity with all that goes into putting on a drag show - from hair to makeup to costumes to choreography, each professional's work is given credit - a rarity with most shows.
The show doesn't pretend to solve problems, but rather give voice to each local community for the larger HBO audience.
I appreciate the show's authenticity with all that goes into putting on a drag show - from hair to makeup to costumes to choreography, each professional's work is given credit - a rarity with most shows.
The show doesn't pretend to solve problems, but rather give voice to each local community for the larger HBO audience.
These Queens are fierce and beautiful inside and out!!
jenifer-m995 June 2020
We're Here is the show we all need right now. These amazing Queens open people's eyes to the beautiful art of drag, and just maybe open a few people's minds and hearts about what it mean to be LGBTQIA+ and teach them about acceptance. They give their drag daughters the courage to live their truths and discover a light within themselves they didn't even know they had. I'm living for them ALL!!
HALLE-LOO!!!
HALLE-LOO!!!
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ben-361722 December 2021
Drag is much more than just the spectacle of it. It's being able to say
"I'm gonna stand tall and live my fullest experience, my fullest life. "
Such a great journey through LGBT+ America. It brings not so often heard queer stories to the front of every episode. This show has such great variety of stories and such exceptional it eill put you through every feel good emotions and reminds you that "We're Here"
Such a great journey through LGBT+ America. It brings not so often heard queer stories to the front of every episode. This show has such great variety of stories and such exceptional it eill put you through every feel good emotions and reminds you that "We're Here"
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