I went in expecting camp and comedy — and I got that in spades — but Drag Me to the Opera surprised me with how deeply it hit. The story of a young man chasing his dream of becoming an opera singer while battling imposter syndrome and self-doubt felt achingly real.

I laughed, I cried. The mix of fun facts, drag performance, and beautifully sung arias pulled me right in. The arias especially cut through — those moments where the music lifted the emotions so high I felt them in my chest.

What I loved most is how the show celebrates finding your authentic self. It doesn’t just tell you “be yourself,” it shows the messy, funny, heartbreaking journey of what that actually looks like. By the end, I felt like I’d been taken on a ride that was equal parts fabulous and profound.

For anyone who loves opera, drag, or simply a story that makes you feel seen, this is one not to miss.