Miz Diamond Wigfall (she/he/they) is the queen of Salem, and she’s here to be the hostess with the mostess. You can catch her doing shows every week at venues across the North Shore. This former New York City queen is an Ultimate Drag pageant winner and has been featured by Disney, Trojan, Mondo and more!

Buster Pants (he/they) is a cheeky drag king who likes to keep it weird. Pants will be busted, hearts will be broken. You will be confused, and you will love every minute. Buster Pants has a monthly king/thing show at BitBar in addition to many shows and shenanigans in Salem, Boston and New England. They also have a new podcast called Buster's Beat which can be found on YouTube, Spotify and SoundCloud. Follow them on Instagram @pantsbuster for all the latest info! Linktree.com/busterpants.

Dick Kayin (he/they) is a real living embodiment of a bygone era, one which will never die. Once thought to be destined for greatness, his eccentricities often leave others scratching their heads. You can find him performing all over the Salem area and around Brooklyn in drag, burlesque and all forms of performance art. Dick Kayin will confuse and intrigue you – prepare yourself, he’s the most professional loser you’ll ever meet. Instagram: @dickkayin. TikTok: @dickkayin.

Maxine Harrison (she/they) is the tatted glam-alien fashion clown of Salem. A North Shore native, Maxine has been performing in drag for over 10 years, and is the current reigning winner of the Boston Drag Gauntlet: Cycle 8! Maxine takes a lot of inspiration from cult classic films directed by John Waters, starring the iconic Divine. She loves musical theater, horror movies and all things drag! You can catch her at BitBar for Fierce Fridays, every Sunday at Gulu Gulu Cafe DJing for Diamond’s Dine-In, and every fourth Thursday of the month at Jacques Cabaret in Boston for The Early Early Show with Maxine Harrison! Find them on Instagram and TikTok @maxineharrisonx or at https://linktr.ee/maxineharris... for merch and upcoming shows.

Miss Michael (she/he/they) is the bearded queen of Salem and has been spooking the public since 1996. A drag artist who loves long walks in the local cemetery and a coffee at her local brewery, she’s ready to dance her heart out for your viewing pleasure. You can catch her at Hallowed Ground Salem for the monthly Big Gay Night Out as well as various performances in Salem and Boston. Instagram: @missmichaelpires.

Peewee Vermin is Salem’s premiere goblin. This drag thing is just stumbling his way through life hoping that at least one person finds it somewhat entertaining. They like to mix high-concept looks with campy performances that will always keep you guessing. Is this funny or is this guy fully serious? Who knows! You might think he’s cute, but watch out, he bites! Instagram @verminpeewee. TikTok @shanvermin. Linktree/shanpdk.

Chanel The Angel (She/her) is a Boston-based performer who hopes her visibility and dedication can be an example of strength and perseverance. You can find Chanel every Friday night at Jacques Caberet for Dolls Night: A show with an all-Trans cast! You can also follow Chanel on Instagram @ Chaneltheeangel to keep up with upcoming performances and events. Don’t ask for heaven, if you’re not ready for the Angel. Instagram: @Chaneltheangel

Chola Spears has been slaying the NYC drag scene for the last eight years. This big-mouthed lip-sync assassin mixes Pop with Punk, Camp with Class and Broadway with Britney. Chola also makes their own music, which you can stream on all music platforms. You can catch her at Hardware in Hell's Kitchen on Sundays and on all social media platforms as @CholaSpears! Instagram + Tik Tok: @Cholaspears. Facebook: Chola Spears

Geya Jenda (she/they) isn't a baby queen anymore, but she's still a conservative's worst nightmare. She is noted as the Chappell Roan of Salem drag and she will show you exactly why. Instagram: @geya_jenda. Facebook: Adam Kaplowitz

Izzy Ready is a black trans woman who grew up in MA. Through her drag, she showcases her gender identity, body positivity, comedy and so much more. Her captivating moves will leave you wanting more, and her high-energy performances will leave you cheering! Who knows, you might just end up on stage with her helping with her big finale! Instagram: @Izzyready_

Julie J (she/her) is a Brooklyn-based actress, drag artist and community organizer. Her creative work has been featured in theaters and nightclubs across New York and internationally in Germany, the Czech Republic and Italy. In 2023 she was named MISS BUSHWIG at the nation’s largest drag festival and in 2024 she was awarded Entertainer of the Year at the 25th Annual Glam Awards, which recognizes the best and brightest in New York City nightlife. You can find her online at juliejnyc.com or on Instagram at @juliej.nyc. Instagram: @juliej.nyc

Liam Kyle Sullivan was born in Boston and worked as an actor for 10 years before he made his first video. It was about a very serious interviewer asking a dog hard-hitting questions like “Who’s a good boy?” He started making more videos and then he launched A Liam Show at the ACME Comedy Theater in Los Angeles. After going viral with his Shoes and Muffins videos, winning a People’s Choice Award, and going on tour with Margaret Cho, he started a family. He now works as professional editor, but he still performs as Kelly Shoes! His characters like Kelly, Mother Grandma and the Muffin Lady are still alive and well.

Killah Croc is a Boston-based drag artist who made a name for themself in the Boston scene in February 2023. Recently, Killah made history as one of the first drag artists to perform at The Isabella Stuart Gardner Museum with their drag family: The House of Calypso. Don’t let Killah’s simplistic approach to drag fool you — their command of the stage will leave you full but also wanting more. Killah uses their platform to uplift their fellow Black & Brown Trans Artists of Color.

Lilly Rose Valore (she/her/hers) is a dancer, model, trans activist, filmmaker and showgirl from Boston, MA. She is a full-time artist, performing throughout the city via residencies, one-off shows and numerous college appearances. Lilly has consistently demonstrated an interest in enhancing the lives of marginalized groups. She frequently participates in LGBTQIA+ awareness panels, teaches Vogue classes and history and performs at LGBTQ fundraising events to develop the quality of life for queer people in Boston! Lilly incorporates queer symbolism into her art, utilizing photo, film and dance to share her story on social media platforms, thereby reaching a broader demographic. Instagram: @lrvshowgirl

Misster (she/they) is the sweetest supervillain in drag: an intoxicating blend of old-school glamour and new-school edge. A sultry pop culture junkie with a sharp, subversive twist, Misster fearlessly plays with gender and expression, pushing the boundaries of what drag artistry can be. Whether serving high-fashion elegance or rebellious camp, this powerhouse performer is always ready to captivate, challenge and leave audiences craving more. Instagram: @HeyMisster. Linktr.ee/HeyMisster. BookMisster@gmail.com

Tequila Cowboy (he/him) is Boston’s premiere western bad boy whose fiddle playing can melt the roughest of hearts. He's slung his strings across state lines and as far as Morelos, Mexico. The desert-hot glint in his eyes will have you on the edge of your seat and his southern charm will have you begging for more. Hold on to your pearls, folks, and give him a follow at @tequilacowboydrag if you dare!