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BenDeLaCreme and Jinkx Monsoon Return with “The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show” for 2025
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The holiday season is poised to shine brighter than ever as BenDeLaCreme and Jinkx Monsoon—two of the most beloved names in drag performance and queer entertainment—bring their celebrated “The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show” back to theaters for its eighth triumphant year. The 2025 tour will visit 30 cities across the United States and Canada, with performances scheduled from November 12 to December 30, offering audiences a unique blend of humor, music, dance, and community spirit during a time when connection is needed most .
Since its inception, “The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show” has become a fixture in queer cultural calendars, known for reinventing itself every year with new themes and storylines. Past productions have seen the duo tangle with sentient Christmas treats, twist through Dickensian time-travel, battle AI overlords, and embark on surreal rescues in the Nutcracker’s Land of Sweets . The show’s format, directed, produced, and written by BenDeLaCreme, with additional writing from Jinkx Monsoon, ensures that every year’s performance is an original work—an extraordinary feat for drag artists touring at this scale .
“Jinkx and I are honored and grateful to continue our favorite holiday tradition with all of you. I cannot overstate the impact that gathering with our community and allies over the years has made on my ability to keep going. To believe in a future where things are merry and bright year round. These rooms full of good faith and uproarious laughter continue to heal my heart. Our intention with this show has always been about creating a space for our audiences to feel that too,” BenDeLaCreme shared in a recent statement .
Audiences can look forward to a dazzling display of over-the-top camp, side-splitting gags, brand new songs, heartfelt storytelling, thrilling dance numbers, and iconic costumes. Entertainment Weekly has hailed Jinkx and DeLa as “the reigning queens of Christmas,” affirming their place not only as performers but as cultural icons who use humor and camp to foster visibility, joy, and solidarity in LGBTQ+ communities .
The 2025 show continues the tradition of blending outrageous comedy with moments of genuine emotion, offering both an escape from everyday challenges and a celebration of resilience. With drag at its core, the production unapologetically centers queer identities, inviting people of all backgrounds to share in laughter and joy .
Jinkx Monsoon, best known for two historic wins on “RuPaul’s Drag Race” and an illustrious Broadway career (including recent roles in “Pirates The Penzance Musical,” “Oh, Mary!,” and “Chicago”), brings musical theater flair and comedic brilliance to the stage . BenDeLaCreme, acclaimed for her wit and inventive storytelling, is recognized not only as a performer but as a creative force behind the show’s multidimensional narratives .
The production’s team, BenDeLaCreme Presents, includes Kevin Heard, Gus Lanza, and associate producer Jin Moon, highlighting the collaborative spirit that defines queer artistic achievement .
Tickets for the 2025 tour are currently on presale, with general sales beginning July 11. VIP packages, featuring exclusive meet-and-greet photo opportunities and Q&A sessions with the stars, are available through JinkxandDeLa.com with proof of ticket purchase .
The show’s commitment to accessibility ensures that LGBTQ+ fans and allies from diverse regions can participate in this annual celebration. With stops in cities ranging from Charlotte, Atlanta, and Durham to Boston, Buffalo, and Vancouver, the tour brings queer joy to both major metropolises and smaller communities, reinforcing the importance of visibility and representation throughout North America .
At a time when LGBTQ+ communities continue to face legislative challenges and societal pressures, “The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show” stands out as a beacon of hope, celebration, and resilience. By centering drag not only as entertainment but as an act of cultural affirmation, the show creates a space where LGBTQ+ people and allies can gather, share laughter, and celebrate their diversity .
The show’s legacy is one of healing and empowerment. As BenDeLaCreme observes, “Our intention with this show has always been about creating a space for our audiences to feel that too”—a sentiment that resonates deeply amid ongoing efforts to secure equality and recognition for all sexual and gender identities .
As the curtain rises on the 2025 edition of “The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show,” audiences can expect not only entertainment but affirmation, connection, and community. The show’s enduring popularity and critical acclaim underscore its role as more than a seasonal diversion—it is a living testament to the creativity, humor, and resilience of LGBTQ+ people everywhere.
For tickets and more information on the 2025 tour, visit JinkxandDeLa.com.