A review by readbyashleyd
The Art of Drag by Jake Hall

informative inspiring reflective fast-paced

5.0

I just love the art of drag so much, it does things for me that nothing else ever will. Discovering the art of drag is what led me to finally feel free enough to be my true, authentic queer self and I will never be able to accurately express how much it means to me because of this. Watching drag made me feel seen, not because of the makeup and dresses but because of the heart warming, behind the scenes stories that the queens shared. Hearing their coming out stories made me feel like I could open up about my truth. Not only did it change my life in that incredible way but it also just made my life so much more beautiful. Drag is such an art form, from the makeup to the costumes to the choreography to the acting and everything else you could possibly imagine. Drag performers can truly do it ALL with unparalleled skill and that will never fail to awe me. This book is such a beautiful representation of the history of drag and it’s evolution over the years into what it’s become today. I loved getting to know more of the history of the art form I’ve come to love so much and this little dip only made me want to learn more. Queer or straight, drag is for everyone and I highly recommend this beautiful book no matter which spectrum you fall under!