Have midterms left you completely exhausted? Well, I have the perfect remedy to give you some life back: drag queen shows.

New York City is considered one of the drag queen capitals of the world with an extensive live entertainment stage. From theater acts to dance parties to lip syncing, drag queens know how to put on shows that are sure to spice up your evening. Invite some friends – or not, going solo can never be wrong – and be prepared to hit these places and immerse yourself in the true New York drag experience.

Drag variety show “Unhinged” by Svetlana Stoli

674 Ninth Avenue.

A classic variety show never goes out of style, and what better place to watch one than Hell’s Kitchen’s newest gay bar and club. “Unhinged” is hosted every Tuesday at 7 p.m. by the electrifying Svetlana Stoli and features a variety of acts, including multilingual lip-syncing and improvisations from some of Stoli’s friends.

The show begins with a one-hour happy hour hosted by DJ Ickarus, setting the stage for the 8 p.m. show. During the two hours of completely unhinged performance, Stoli performs hilarious parodies to the audience’s song requests in stunning costumes and extravagant wigs. Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis with no cover charge, although there is a two-drink minimum at the bar. Reserved places are also available for $7.18 each throughout the month of November.

Lucky Cheng’s Saturday and Sunday Drag Brunch

75 Manhattan W. Plaza and 570 10th Avenue.

Held at the Midnight Theater on Saturdays and at the Green Fig restaurant on the fourth floor of YOTEL New York Times Square on Sundays, these shows are perfect for those who love drag shows but prefer to attend a matinee. First established in the East Village in 1993, Lucky Cheng’s is historically known for hosting Asian drag queens and hiring transgender women for its staff. The spot has even hosted visits from celebrities, from Lady Gaga to Leonardo DiCaprio. Now based in the Theater District, Lucky Cheng’s continues to offer a one-of-a-kind drag dining experience for all occasions.

Doors open at 1 p.m. and brunch orders are taken by Lucky Cheng’s fabulous drag queens, leading to an exhilarating show where guests even have the chance to win prizes. General admission is available to guests 18 and older, with prices ranging from $25 to $27 depending on the day. For those looking for an upgraded seating experience, VIP Entry offers upgraded seating. A minimum brunch order of $45 to $49 is also required – although a bit pricey, Sunday includes bottomless mimosas.

Broadway Mondays

697 10th Avenue.

Broadway Mondays are a perfect way to start the week if you love theater and want to forget the stress of your daily job. The show takes place at Hardware Bar in Hell’s Kitchen every Monday at 8 p.m. and is hosted by Glam Award winner Jacklynn Hyde and national pageant titleholder Holly Box-Springs.

The show features a jukebox-style musical with live tunes, lip-syncing and lots of dancing. Make sure you arrive on time so you don’t miss back-to-back performances from the two iconic drag queens! There are no entry fees and the bar has a wide selection of drinks to keep you happy and warm throughout the dazzling night.

Paige Turner’s Bingo

859 Ninth Avenue.

At Rise Bar, a popular gay bar known for its regular drag shows, two-time Glam Award winner Paige Turner hosts a raucous bingo night every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m., with an evening full of games, food and drinks . . Bingo games are free with a chance to win prizes and interact with Turner herself.

If you can’t attend Turner’s bingo nights, Rise Bar always offers a full roster of drag shows throughout the week, varying in their different themes and performers.

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