About this episode
The hosts discuss with Sapphira Cristál about her career as a drag queen and opera singer.
Thomas, Veranda, and Mike read your emails and talk with runner-up and Miss Congeniality of RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 16 Sapphira Cristál! Sapphira Cristál is a classically trained opera singer, composer and drag queen celebrated for her theatrical lip syncs and remarkable six-octave vocal range. With 16 pageant crowns and a resume featuring three tours with Madonna and debuting her original operatic production, Soundcake, at Lincoln Center, she has established herself as a global performance powerhouse. Beyond the stage, Sapphira is a dedicated mentor and educator who leads master classes at institutions like Emerson College and partners with various charities to fulfill her mission of uplifting others. Her career is defined by a blend of high-caliber artistry and a commitment to community service, truly reflecting her personal credo, "There is no better exercise for the heart than reaching down to lift someone up."
People in this episode
Hosts: Thomas, Veranda
Guest: Sapphira Cristál
Topics covered
- drag culture
- opera
- mentorship
- performance
- community service
Keywords
- Sapphira Cristál
- RuPaul’s Drag Race
- opera singer
- drag queen
- mentorship
- performance
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: RuPaul’s Drag Race, Emerson College, Lincoln Center
Books & works: Soundcake
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