He’s also performed Drag in Rapid City for three years at the annual Black Hills Pride Event that celebrates all gender identities. Nearly 50 teenagers and adults cheer on the performers as they take turns doing original numbers, many dressed as Disney characters. This matinee performance is for ages 13 and up. Sheridan made the six hour drive to emcee the Spring Fling Drag Show. He’s from Mason, Nebraska and lives on the Omaha Reservation. Persephone Shakers is a ayed by Ricky Sheridan. When the music changes, she takes her robe off revealing a black bodysuit with flowing sleeves and small rhinestones. A spotlight follows her as she lip syncs lyrics and dances. Persephone Shakers steps onto stage wearing a tall, teased out brown wig and floor length black robe.
Drag shows have been going on in Sioux Falls for years-but now organizations across the state are making them a hit in the Black Hills. The events feature performers who dress as characters, often swapping genders for an evening. Drag performances in Rapid City have been selling out some shows.