Experience the unforgettable Sapphira Cristál as she returns to the 54 Below stage with Sapphi Don’t Sing The Blues. A breakout star of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” season 16, and the Co-creator behind Soundcake at Lincoln Center, join Sapphira as she brings her immense vocal talent, signature wit, and captivating storytelling to the stage. Featuring Broadway and operatic favorites along with her original music, this globe-trotting diva creates an intimate evening of pure magic. Don’t miss your chance to be moved, mesmerized, and inspired—get your tickets now!

Sapphira Cristál (runner-up and Miss Congeniality of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” season 16) is a classically trained opera singer, composer, and drag queen known for her theatrical lip syncs and six-octave range. She is renowned as a charismatic host who forges a special connection with her audiences.

Sapphira holds 16 pageant crowns and has performed globally. In 2024, she was thrice the guest artist in Madonna’s Celebration Tour, and she debuted her original operatic production, Soundcake, with Monét X Change and Thorgy Thor at Lincoln Center. Afterward, she brought her one-woman show, The Cristál Ball Tour, across North America.

Sapphira works to inspire young people through appearances at colleges, youth camps, and high schools. She taught several years of master classes in drag makeup and performance at Emerson College, and she has given artist talks at Rockland Community College. An experienced attitude and stage presence coach, Sapphira has also taught master classes at the Philadelphia Burlesque Academy and various dance studios.

Whenever she gets the chance, Sapphira partners with charitable organizations to raise funds to change people’s lives. Her personal credo is: “There is no better exercise for the heart than reaching down to lift someone up,” and she has made it her mission to uplift, encourage and inspire those around her.

Please note that all artists and acts are subject to change at any time.

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