Get ready to witness one of the fiercest and most entertaining events of the year! On April 5th and 6th, the Drake Underground will be transformed into a stage fit for royalty as 12 drag houses compete in the preliminary rounds of the Absolut Empire’s Ball.

Prepare to be amazed as each house, hand selected by Scarlett Bobo, showcases their unique talents through group and solo performances, leaving you on the edge of your seat and begging for more. Helena Poison and Ivory Towers will be your charismatic hosts for the evening, while judges Allysin Chaynes, Lizzie Tattoo, Prince Manny Dingo, and Mojo Toronto will determine which houses will advance to the semi-final round. That's not all - you get to have a say too! You'll have the power to cheer on your favourite and affect the fan vote portion of each House’s score.

Competing on April 5th is

Haus of Just

Electric House

House of Faith

Haus of 510

T.H.E.M

and House of Deliverance