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In the year I’ve had a drag-and-drop list of names living in the Notes app on my phone since 2016, just in case I ever need to pick up a makeup sponge. I’ll save a few for myself if that day comes. But you can rule out a few: there’s a twisted Key Y on a popular grease brand; NailMe Watts, a playful take on one of David Lynch’s muses; And, of course, Dame Dottie Stench, a beloved, rapped actress perfect villain.
On that list are a few indisciplines that are thought of during very low-level skirmishes with friends. But I have a deep affinity for a really good, clever joke, so most of them are humor-based. So imagine my shock, shock, excitement and jealousy when I met Milisha Scant, the queen of the contestants. Queen of the universe Season 2, premiering June 2 on Paramount+.
Militia Scant. It took me a second to fully process the punch line after I mentioned the obvious curse word in her last name, so good. (If you haven’t yet, say so soon. I’ll give you a hint, it starts with “Malice…”) Militias appear. Queen of the universe, the all-live-singing drag competition, not only has a killer name, but a sweet pipeline. But it is not only the stage name and singing ability of the contestants that will be evaluated Queen of the universeIt is the complete package of performers: stage presence, audience connection, dancing skills (if any), make-up skills and costumes.
That’s a tall order. But these queens, who are called upon to do their best on a global scale, make it incredibly easy with a $250,000 prize. Their performances sound better than some pop star concerts, sweeping events with impressive production values. This is all our entertainment service, and Queen of the universeThe second season is a spectacular talent show that revitalizes the dusty singing competition genre. It’s the season of summer television that goes down as easily as a cold glass of lemonade.
Returning this season are judges Vanessa Williams, Michelle Visage, Tricia Mattel and host Graham Norton, who welcomed the show from the inside in season 2 of the UK’s fearsome Spice herself, Mel B, who brings a good dose of sweet energy to the show – and it’s safe to say so. Yes, everyone on the judging panel is a singer to some degree. But more than that, they are all. Executorswho understand what it’s like to perform for an expectant audience A show.
These queens are ready to provide this. Well, mostly. This is a competition, and some contestants blow others out of the water. During this time, Queen of the universe Welcome to Taiga Baravan of Mexico; Chalo V of Brazil; American Militia Scant and Jessal Royale; Maxi of the Philippines; The eternal aura of Italy; Dutch Love Massey; Trevor Ashley of Australia; and Viola of the United Kingdom. Each performer has their own set of skills and their own heroic stories to help impress the judges.
Since this is a drag race, there are bound to be some emotional moments. Drag is still a controversial art, and is legally prohibited in many parts of the world. But Queen of the universe Where emotional revelations can turn into sappy melodrama through the lens of a reality TV camera, it allows most of the emotion to come from the show rather than stuffing those joints into multiple confessions or heart-to-hearts in the background.
The theme for the pair’s first episode of the season is “Ain’t No Home Like Home,” which asks the queens to pick a song that pulls at them, their backgrounds and who they are. It’s interesting to see how the queens balance their own backstories with the task of impressing the judges. Some like Trevor Ashley’s singer Shirley Bassey who called P!nk’s event “Start this party, to celebrate the incredible beauty of Aussie drag.” Others, like Miss Sistrata, fall a little short when they try to do too much. Although Miss Sistrata has her favorite operatic wobble, she chose a semi-obscure Eurovision song from the 90s, due to its political message, which led to the Queen herself singing the song.
A few queens started the first week, starting with Susan Boyle, who never got sick of the singing competition, and it inspired me too. Jazell Royale made a bold choice of Adele’s “Easy for Me” which could easily have worked for her if it hadn’t been sung with care, precision and incredible skill. I’m sure I’ve been in a few, but Adele’s version of that song did nothing for me, no matter how many weeks it spent at the top of the charts. But Jazell Royale, a trans queen from Florida—where things are horrible for trans and queer people, almost all the time—brings new depth to the song.
While her performance is undeniably impressive, it’s not always enough to impress the judges. Queen of the universe Its staying power is demonstrated by how calculating and unpredictable the judging panel can be. Mel B praised Jazell, but criticized her song choice, telling her that if anyone chose Adele, it should be perfect or a different arrangement. And she has a point! If the song is as big as “Easy on Me,” small mistakes are more noticeable. And these wise judges, blessed are they, are not afraid to call out those mistakes, lest this whole contest lose its edge.
For a show with so many moving parts and so many scenes, it’s not overly theatrical, which can be shut down in seconds. Musical theater quality is maintained here, so Broadway-hating audiences, like myself, can enjoy the show while tempering their emotions. And whether you’re fully invested or just watching while your friends wait to watch. Drag race. All the stars 8, there is something in it Queen of the universe For everyone.
The same cannot be said in recent times American Idol Or The voice. How often do we see true stars emerge from those shows’ endless running cycles? It’s on Queen of the universe, every competitor is already a bonafide supernova; They are just waiting to show the rest of the world what they have found.
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