About We're Here

"We're Here" is a profound American reality TV series released in April 2020. The series breathes life into small-town America, celebrating the spirit of self-love and acceptance. The fundamental premise revolves around three renowned drag queens, Bob the Drag Queen, Eureka O'Hara, and Shangela, who instill confidence and host one-night-only drag shows in small towns across the United States. The overall tone of the series is emotional, heartwarming, and empowering.

Making / Production

"We're Here" is a product of HBO network, produced by Johnnie Ingram, Eli Holzman, Aaron Saidman, Peter LoGreco, and Stephen Warren. The directors are Peter LoGreco and Johnnie Ingram, who successfully orchestrate a series that is both entertaining and emotionally resonating.

Actors

• Bob the Drag Queen - plays herself, instilling self-expression and confidence in people.
• Eureka O'Hara - also plays herself, breaking the stereotypes and societal norms.
• Shangela - plays herself, becoming an ambassador for self-love and diversity.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The title "We're Here" is a nod to the iconic line from the movie "Network," "I'm mad as hell, and I'm not going to take it anymore."
• The show, while filled with glamour, focuses deeply on the experiences of queer individuals in small-town America.
• In the six episodes of the first season, each queen brought a distinctive style and persona to the table, adding depth to the show.

Awards

"We're Here" garnered extensive critical acclaim, earning an Emmy nomination in the category of Outstanding Unstructured Reality Program in 2020.

Quotes

• "When you become the image of your own imagination, it's the most powerful thing you could ever do." - RuPaul
• "Don't be afraid to use all the colors in the crayon box." - RuPaul
• "You're born naked, and the rest is drag." - RuPaul

Music, Soundtrack

• "Stupid Love" - Lady Gaga: This track was frequently used in season one.
• "I'm Alive" - Celine Dion: Used to embody the spirit of resiliency among the participants.
• "Juice" - Lizzo: This high-energy track set the stage for some memorable performances.