In this episode of The Art Colony, Gaston explores the artistry of drag with Jeffrey Robison, better known as Varla Jean Merman — one of Provincetown’s most celebrated performers. Far beyond wigs and sequins, drag in Provincetown draws on theater, music, comedy, costuming, and cabaret, forming a multidisciplinary art practice that has shaped the town’s identity for decades. Varla traces the evolution of drag in Provincetown from the 1990s to today, reflecting on how the town became a crucible for drag excellence, what it takes to sustain a residency in a place with 30 shows a night, and how resilience and reinvention remain at the heart of the craft. This conversation places drag firmly within Provincetown’s art history — as vital, demanding, and transformative as painting or theater.