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IN PICTURES: Queens take to the stage in CAB drag show

By Zahra Yousif, Photojournalist
March 25, 2024
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Drag queen Destiny Valero sings “Dance The Night” by Dua Lipa during her performance. Valero stepped off stage during the song to interact with the crowd. (Zahra Yousif | Northern Star)
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Students dance on stage while drag queens take a breather, pausing from their lively performance for a momentary break. During the break, students danced to songs, adding even more excitement to the atmosphere in the room. (Zahra Yousif | Northern Star)
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