Four years ago, when Imberlie DiArmani was serving at Fort Benning. Ga., he decided to perform in drag.
"It was very nerve-racking, hiding my stuff from inspections," DiArmani said. "It's hard to hide a wig and heels."
Monday through Friday, DiArmani was military, and on the weekend he became she and reigned as queen.
In February, after he moved to Auburn, Balcony Bar asked him to start a drag show. Now, since Cinco de Mayo, they have held a weekly Sunday show for Stir.
DiArmani said they've got the show down to a science. They have help from DJs around town and said they are professional about everything.
Devin Ward, owner of Stir, said he recently decided their performance deemed them worthy of Friday night.
"It has taken off," Ward said.
For the last seven months, Ward said the show has drawn huge crowds.
"I didn't know what to expect at first," Ward said. "It was so busy every time I didn't get to actually watch the show until a few months ago."
The show sees an average of six to seven queens and every so often a king. The show features music, dancing and some pyrotechnics.
"We don't discriminate between color, race or sex," Ward said. "All we are really about is a having a good time."
Ward said he's passionate about the show because it's become an alternative for people who want to do other things.
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