Border2Border Entertainment is excited to announce that Season 4 of Drag Heals, the groundbreaking hybrid stage workshop and documentary series, has received three prestigious nominations at the Rio WebFest in Brazil. With a unique blend of soul-stirring storytelling and vibrant drag performances, Drag Heals continues to captivate audiences and celebrate the transformative power of drag. Here's a closer look at the nominations and the creative team behind the series.
Award Nominations
1. Best Variety Series
- Season 4 of Drag Heals is nominated for Best Variety Series. Directed and produced by Charlie David, Nickolaos Stagias and Tracey Erin Smith, the series follows a new group of drag artists—Kings, Queens, and Monarchs—as they explore pivotal life moments and craft personal stories into powerful stage performances. With a fresh approach to the art of drag, Drag Heals offers an inspiring journey of self-discovery and self-expression.
2. Best Directing
- Charlie David has earned a nomination for Best Directing, showcasing his talent for guiding both the production team and the participants through a heartfelt series. David's direction blends raw emotion with captivating performance, drawing viewers into the lives of each artist as they transform their personal experiences into compelling stage shows.
3. Best Performance
- Host Tracey Erin Smith (she/her) has been nominated for Best Performance, a recognition of her ability to connect with and mentor the series' participants. As stage director, Smith leads transformative workshops that delve into each performer's personal history. Her compassionate and engaging presence creates a safe space for deep storytelling, making her a central figure in the artists' journeys.
About Drag Heals
In Drag Heals, participants engage in an intensive month-long workshop where they work with host Tracey Erin Smith and guest coaches to create a stage performance that reflects a pivotal moment in their lives. Through these workshops, the series provides an intimate glimpse into the lives of drag artists as they draw from personal experiences to create emotional and cathartic performances.
The process encourages participants to be vulnerable, explore their identities, and share their personal stories with the audience. As director Charlie David says, "They are both the pirate and the pirated, the island and treasure,"—each performer unearths deeply personal lessons, transforming them into gifts of insight for the audience.
The Season 4 cast includes Isaiah Doucet, Callan Forrester, Jerico de Jesus, Anthony Meeks, and Dev Nicoll-Ellis. The team also includes Director of Photography Nickolaos Stagias, with editing by Danielle Thorn, Samantha Yabut, Adam Seward, and Dylan Ntwali, and post-production supervision by Eric Metzloff.
Where to Watch
Drag Heals is available to stream on OUTtv, Amazon, Apple, Vimeo, and Peacock. For a sneak peek, you can watch Episode 1 on YouTube and experience the series' unique blend of performance and personal transformation.
Acknowledgments
This season was made possible with generous support from the Canada Media Fund and the Bell Fund, OUTtv and Border2Border Entertainment. These organizations continue to champion groundbreaking Canadian content that brings authentic, powerful storytelling to audiences worldwide.
Congratulations to the entire Drag Heals team on these well-deserved nominations! With the recognition from Rio WebFest, Drag Heals Season 4 solidifies its place as a powerful and transformative series within the drag community and beyond.
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