Plot Synopsis

In each one-hour episode of WE'RE HERE, three renowned drag queens -- Bob the Drag Queen, Eureka O'Hara and Shangela Laquifa Wadley -- visit a different small town in America to recruit local residents to participate in a one-night-only drag show, while inspiring and teaching their own "drag daughters" to step outside their comfort zone. Episodes include:

"Gettysburg, Pennsylvana" (Thursday, April 23, 2020 at 9pm): Bob the Drag Queen, Eureka O'Hara, and Shangela Laquifa Wadley arrive in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania to put on a one-night-only drag show featuring locals in need of a little support and empowerment, including: Hunter, a young, gay make-up artist yearning for a deeper connection with his father; Darryl, a local college admissions officer hoping to tell a story of race in America while being an effective ally to the LGBTQ community; and Erica, a conservative Christian mother eager to reconnect with her estranged daughter Hailey, who recently came out as bisexual.

"Twin Falls, Idaho" (Thursday, April 30, 2020 at 9pm): Bob, Eureka, and Shangela head west to Twin Falls, Idaho, a conservative, predominately Mormon community in Magic Valley. There, they meet Michael, Owen, and Amelia, a group of local drag artists who need help forming a community. In order to do just that, the queens work with: Clifton, a young, straight musician trying to make amends for his past by testing his definition of masculinity; and Brandon, a trans man, and his wife, Mikayla -- high school sweethearts from religious families - who are looking for the wedding experience they didn't have the first time around.

"Branson, Missouri" (Thursday, May 7, 2020 at 9pm): In Branson, Missouri, a wholesome showbiz town smack in the middle of the Bible Belt, Bob, Eureka, and Shangela help three locals struggling to be their true selves in a community that prides itself on its traditional, religious values. Among them are Tanner, a young actor questioning whether it's possible for him to be both Christian and gay; Charles, a classically-trained dancer who wants to show that he's not just out, but proud; and Chris, a father grappling with mental health issues who's determined to embrace his emotions for the sake of his daughter.

"Farmington, New Mexico" (Thursday, May 14, 2020 at 9pm): The queens' journey into the desert to help the residents of Farmington and Shiprock, New Mexico foster unity and open-mindedness. In the process, they enlist: Nate, a gay, indigenous photographer eager to make a deeper connection with his Navajo people; Nicole, a proud lesbian, public defender, and local LGBTQ activist who's constantly misgendered because she wears "men's" clothes; and Stacey and Jasmine, a mother-daughter duo processing the traumatic suicide of their beloved daughter and sister DJ, who struggled with not feeling accepted as a lesbian in her community.

"Ruston, Louisiana" (Thursday, May 21, 2020 at 9pm): Bob, Eureka, and Shangela head south to Ruston, Louisiana to shake things up for a small town that's in need of some change. Among their drag children are: Jose, a young gay man tired of censoring himself in order to gain respect and acceptance from others; lifelong Ruston resident Stacy, an ex-firefighter and straight ally dedicated to using his influence to make his LGBTQ community members feel welcome; and Lynn, a tenacious, proud lesbian who -- despite the loss of her left arm and leg -- is ready to reclaim her independence and dust off her old cowboy boots for her drag king debut.

"Spartanburg, We Make It Werk" (Thursday, June 4, 2020 at 9pm): When COVID-19 disrupts their production schedule, the queens do what they do best: they make it work. Featuring some never-before-seen performances, Bob, Eureka, and Shangela reflect -- from the comfort of their homes -- on how drag changed, and even saved, their lives. As the queens explore WE'RE HERE's impact, they shed new light on the life-changing experiences they've had traveling across the country and meeting local LGBTQ community members.



The sophomore season of WE'RE HERE premiered on Monday, October 11, 2021 at 9pm ET/PT on HBO. Debuting on National Coming Out Day, this season follows renowned drag queens Bob the Drag Queen, Eureka O'Hara and Shangela as they continue their journey spreading love and connection across small-town America, through the art of drag. As the queens recruit local residents from Spartanburg, SC, Temecula, CA, Del Rio, TX, Selma, AL, Evansville, IN, Watertown, SD, Kona, HI, and Grand Junction, CO to participate in one-night-only drag shows, they inspire their "drag daughters" to express their genuine selves in front of their families, friends and communities. Season 2 episodes include:

"Spartanburg, South Carolina" (Monday, October 11, 2021 at 9pm): A year after their first visit was cut short due to the pandemic, Shangela, Bob, and Eureka return to Spartanburg, SC to catch up with Noah, who grapples with gender expression; plus-size lesbian model Faith; and Olin, who wants to bring his family together by walking in his brother's shoes -- literally. Directed by Peter LoGreco.

Season 2, Episode 2: "Temecula, California" (Monday, October 18, 2021 at 9pm): In the Southern California town of Temecula, Bob, Eureka, and Shangela work with James, an often misgendered trans man navigating neurodiversity; Jake, his faith influencer mom Michelle, and his partner Brad; and Andrei, a cheerleader whose move back home finds him longing for his mother's acceptance. Directed by Peter LoGreco.

"Del Rio, Texas" (Monday, October 25, 2021 at 9pm): Pride Month proves the perfect opportunity for Bob, Eureka, and Shangela to visit the border town of Del Rio, Texas. There, the queens celebrate gay identifying mayor Bruno Lozano's positive impact on the community, Joey's identity quest, and Esael's coming out journey. Directed by Peter LoGreco.

"Selma, Alabama" (Monday, November 1, 2021 at 9pm): Bob, Eureka, and Shangela bring drag to Selma, AL, where the queer community remains hidden despite the city's historical significance to the civil rights movement. There, they help recently transitioned Akeelah find the confidence to live life beyond closed doors, release Joseph's deep-seated pain, and encourage Deborah to prioritize herself for a change. Directed by Peter LoGreco.

"Evansville, Indiana" (Monday, November 8, 2021 at 9pm): Hoping to open hearts and minds in Evansville, IN, Bob, Eureka, and Shangela help Methodist Pastor Craig promote LGBTQ equality to his congregants, inspire Tunisian refugee Kais to celebrate all facets of his identity, and facilitate the long-overdue wedding of civil rights activists Barbara and Yvon. Directed by Peter LoGreco.

"Watertown, South Dakota" (Monday, November 15, 2021 at 9pm): Bob, Eureka, and Shangela shine a much-needed spotlight on the small but mighty queer community in Watertown, SD, where they mentor competitive and deeply connected identical twins Justice and Jaadon; fierce "mamabear" Amy, who's the founder of a local LGBTQ support group; and Erik, who's ready to push past immense societal pressures and finally express his true self.

"Kona, Hawaii" (Monday, November 22, 2021 at 9pm): Bob, Eureka, and Shangela gladly accept the "kuleana" (responsibility) of working with Kekoa, a former drag queen ready to dust off his heels for the first time since getting sober; teacher and performer Jaquelynn, who wants to be as confident coming out in Kona as she was in NYC; and proud Mahu warrior Lanakila, who's looking to be a little more vulnerable for the community.

"Grand Junction, Colorado" (Monday, November 29, 2021 at 9pm): Bob, Eureka, and Shangela empower three members of Grand Junction, CO's trans community to share their most authentic selves, including Taylor, who is tired of limiting himself for others; Angie, who has shied away from her hometown since transitioning; and Dustin, who is beyond ready to dispel the misconceptions of people with disabilities.



Season 3 of WE'RE HERE premiered on Friday, November 25, 2022 at 10pm ET/PT on HBO, as Bob the Drag Queen, Eureka O'Hara, and Shangela continue their journey across small-town America, spreading love and connection through the art of drag. This season, the queens recruit a diverse group of local residents from Granbury, TX; St. George, UT; Brevard County, FL; Jackson, MS; and Sussex, NJ to share their stories, increase awareness, and promote acceptance in their communities by participating in one-night-only drag shows. In each town, the queens inspire their "drag daughters" to express their genuine selves in front of their families, friends and communities, at times facing increased opposition and anti-LGBTQ+ legislation laws. Episodes include:

"Granbury, Texas" (Friday, November 25, 2022 at 10pm): Bob, Eureka, and Shangela have their work cut out for them as they travel to what might be their most contentious city yet, Granbury, Texas, to help Adrienne, a hairstylist and fiercely unapologetic ally; Lou, a nonbinary teen struggling to reclaim the safety and acceptance they felt in their former community; and Deshay, a minister of music recently removed from their church.

"Jackson, Mississippi" (Friday, December 2, 2022 at 10pm): The queens help further Mark's advocacy for queer people of color, amplify Debronski's voice, and raise Chris' allyship to new heights.

"St. George, Utah" (Friday, December 9, 2022 at 10pm): The queens help a bisexual woman who left Mormonism, a teen struggling with being misgendered, and an advocate for the queer community.

"Sussex, New Jersey" (Friday, December 16, 2022 at 10pm): The queens help a woman find a queer community, a bisexual navy vet accept his whole self, and Shangela's most unexpected "daughter" yet.

"Florida (Part 1)" (Friday, December 23, 2022 at 10pm): The queens help a mom and her trans daughter, a couple of 50 years, a man seeking to be open about his identity, and a Pulse survivor.

"Florida (Part 2)" (Friday, December 30, 2022 at 10pm): As they put the finishing touches on the drag show, Bob, Eureka, and Shangela continue their work with Jaime, Dempsey, Mandy, Lori, Mark, and Vico. Meanwhile, Eureka is inspired by Mandy to be upfront about her own identity and live a more authentic life.
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On Friday, April 26, 2024 at 9pm ET/PT, HBO premiered the fourth season of WE'RE HERE. Season 4 follows renowned drag queens, Sasha Velour, Priyanka, Jaida Essence Hall, and Latrice Royale, as they continue the show's mission of spreading love and connection through the art of drag across small-town America. This season, the queens work with participants in Murfreesboro, Tennessee and Tulsa, Oklahoma, as well as in surrounding towns, and take an in-depth, immersive look at recent anti-LGBTQ+ legislation, and the effect it has had on the community. Episodes include:

"Tennessee (Part 1)" (Friday, April 26, 2024 at 9pm): Amid a drag ban, our new Queens work with a trans woman tired of "passing," a musician, and a drag performer with a heavy heart.

"Tennessee (Part 2)" (Friday, May 3, 2024 at 9pm): After a successful open drag show, Sasha, Priyanka, and Jaida begin planning an even larger event for the center of town. Meanwhile, Priyanka welcomes her first drag daughter Princey, whose out and proud wrestling persona "Pha'Nesse" is his polar opposite. Then, the queens risk getting arrested for attending a town hall meeting in full drag attire.

"Tennessee (Part 3)" (Friday, May 10, 2024 at 9pm): After the town hall meeting goes worse than expected, Sasha, Priyanka, and Jaida refocus their attention on their drag children. As everyone prepares to take the stage, the queens hope their "kids" are met with love and acceptance by the local community.

"Oklahoma (Part 1)" (Friday, May 17, 2024 at 9pm): The Queens are joined by Latrice Royale in Oklahoma, a state that has recently introduced an alarming number of anti-LGBTQ+ bills.

"Oklahoma (Part 2)" (Friday, May 24, 2024 at 9pm): As the Queens struggle to secure a venue for their show, Latrice finds unexpected healing in Tulsa.

"Oklahoma (Part 3)" (Friday, May 31, 2024 at 11pm): After securing a venue, Sasha, Priyanka, and Latrice -- along with their drag daughters -- prepare for a drag show of biblical proportions.