Mantasia 2

When:
Saturday, Sep 12, 2026 8:00p -
10:30p

Where:
Somerville Theatre
55 Davis Square
Somerville, MA 02144

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Admission:
$25-55

Hosted by:
joyraft.host61425 Rusty Hammer

Categories:
Art, LGBTQ+, Nightlife, Shows

Event website:
https://www.somervilletheatre.com/production/mantasia-2-return-to-mantasia/https://www.somervilletheatre.com/production/mantasia-2-return-to-mantasia/

Mantasia 2: Return to Mantasia


The “Drag King MET Gala” Returns with an All-New Show to the Somerville Theatre


Presented by award-winning Boston drag king Rusty Hammer, The second annual installment of MANTASIA: Celebrating Masculine Glamour in the World of Drag, comes to the Somerville Theatre main stage for one night only on September 12th. 


ABOUT MANTASIA 2: RETURN TO MANTASIA:

Showcasing the breadth and depth of what it means to explore masculinity through drag performance and costume, a cast of drag kings from across the country have been tasked with bringing their newest, most elaborate, and innovative costume designs and accompanying acts. From Las Vegas Showboys, to creatures of fantasy realms, to monsters of your deepest nightmares, MANTASIA 2: Return to Mantasia combines music, dance, comedy and stagecraft to continue its reputation as a drag king revue the likes of which have never been assembled on one stage elsewhere in the world. 

Drag and gendered performance is most often associated with drag queens exaggerating feminine aesthetics. While Masculinity is often considered a neutral canvas, and femininity a performance to be commented on, what does it mean to be both masculine and glamorous? Whether you are a long time fan of drag kings, or being introduced to the art form for the first time, MANTASIA 2 will showcase what drag can be in a new and fascinating light.

Celebrating the innovations and achievements of an often overlooked performance genre, MANTASIA 2 is considered to be the “MET Gala” of masculine drag. Featuring a “best dressed” audience member contest with a $100 cash prize, as well as the design and performance talents of:

Tickets are $25-$55 Sliding Scale General Admission, Available at https://www.somervilletheatre.com/production/mantasia-2-return-to-mantasia/ and at the Somerville Theatre Box Office

Show contains adult situations and is for audiences 18+

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