Ep 1. All Star Variety Extravaganza

RuPaul's Drag Race is back with All Stars season 5 and episode 1 starts with a bang! The queens are ready to slay the competition and prove that they are the best of the best. The episode is called "All Star Variety Extravaganza" and it truly lives up to its name.

The queens are introduced one by one as they make their grand entrance into the workroom. The queens are ready to showcase their talent and skills for a chance to win the coveted title of "America's Next Drag Superstar". Right from the start, the queens are oozing with confidence and charisma, setting the tone for an entertaining evening.

For the first challenge of the season, the queens have to perform in a variety show. They can showcase any talent they have, from singing and dancing to acrobatics and comedy. The queens are given the freedom to choose their own music, costumes, and stage props.

The judges panel consists of the iconic RuPaul, Michelle Visage, Carson Kressley, and Ross Mathews. The judges are looking for charisma, uniqueness, nerve, and talent. The contestants must not only perform their talent well but also impress the judges with their personality and stage presence.

The variety show starts with a bang as the queens showcase a range of talents including singing, dancing, comedy, and even playing the accordion. Each queen brings something unique to the stage, and the audience is captivated by their performances. The queens show off their personality as they crack jokes and showcase their wit alongside their talents. It is a jam-packed two hours of entertainment that keeps the audience engaged from beginning to end.

The queens also get a chance to interact with the judges on stage. The judges ask them questions and give them feedback on their performances. The queens have to be quick on their feet as they answer the judges' questions and defend their performances. It is a great opportunity for the queens to showcase their communication skills and show the judges that they have what it takes to be America's Next Drag Superstar.

At the end of the night, the judges deliberate and choose their top performers and bottom performers. The bottom performers have to lip sync for their life in order to avoid elimination. The lip syncs are high energy and showcase the queen's ability to captivate an audience with their performance.

Overall, "All Star Variety Extravaganza" is a fantastic episode that sets the tone for an exciting season of All Stars. The queens bring their A-game and showcase a range of talents that keep the audience entertained from start to finish. The judges are tough but fair, and the queens must continue to impress them if they want to stay in the competition. It is a great start to an epic season, and fans of the show will not be disappointed.