Spotlight: Kara Melle
THIS is DRAG - SPOTLIGHT 025 / OCTOBER 2025
Kara Melle
Curated by Kevin Blondin
Born in Kingston, Jamaica, and now dazzling audiences across Ontario, Kara Melle is a name you won’t soon forget. In just two years, she’s carved out her space as a powerhouse performer and the undisputed #1 Beyoncé impersonator in the Tri-City area. But Kara isn’t just channeling Queen B—her drag is rooted in the strength, artistry, and legacy of the Black women who raised her, both in her home and through their music.
With her fiery stage presence, playful humor, and sparkling diva aesthetic, Kara blends live performance references, spoken word, and meme-worthy moments into unforgettable routines. Every number is more than just entertainment—it’s a celebration of resilience, femininity, and unapologetic joy.
Sweet Like Kara Melle
Drag Name & Origin
Kara Melle got her name from a mix of caramel sweetness and pop culture fun. Described once as a “caramel macchiato,” paired with her love of Caramilk chocolate, it felt natural. The “K” nods to her guilty pleasure—the Kardashians.
The Numbers
At just 26 years old, Kara has been performing drag for two years, representing her chosen city of Guelph, Ontario.
The Soundtrack
For this feature, Kara suggests readers press play on “On & On” by FLO, a modern British R&B girl group she compares to Destiny’s Child.
The Sweetest Things
Three things Kara loves? Cheesecake, spontaneity, and a good theme. Three words to describe her drag? Fiery. Homage-driven. Playful.
Food & Favourites
Kara’s sweet tooth belongs to Nutella.
Her favourite film is Bong Joon Ho’s Parasite, and her go-to TV binge is Good Girls.
“Every strut, rhinestone, and lip quiver is a love letter to the powerful Black women who raised me.”
Inspiration & Icons
While she embodies Beyoncé onstage, Kara finds inspiration in concerts and award-show performances broadly. And when it comes to Drag Race icons, Bianca Del Rio reigns supreme: “Her razor-sharp wit and unapologetic humor aren’t just next-level, they’re legendary. Beneath every brutal read is a deep kindness.”
Drag Family
Her drag mother is Molly Kewl, who has been both mentor and friend since Kara’s earliest shows. “She is the reason I understand how to structure a performance and be a performer with humility,” Kara shares.
The Look & Feel
Kara describes her drag aesthetic as “sparkling, elegantly extravagant, fit for a diva chic.” Expect glitter, rhinestones, and a diva-ready polish that blends glamour with playfulness. Her mixes often include spoken word and soundbite transitions, giving her numbers a storytelling edge.
Achievements & Memories
Kara considers her biggest achievement to be telling her Caribbean mother that she’s a drag queen—a moment of truth, pride, and vulnerability. Her best memory? A Beyoncé-themed show that was only her second performance, where her friends filled half the venue: “Looking out into the crowd and feeling their love reminded me that I carry it with me every time I hit the stage.”
What Drag Means
“Drag enables the little boy in me who stayed up late recreating his favourite artists’ performances to live out those fantasies.”
The Message
Kara’s biggest message through drag: “Don’t be afraid to make decisions that feed and heal your inner child.”
Looking Ahead
In five years, Kara sees herself touring with a Beyoncé-era show while giving opportunities to new artists. And coming in early 2026, fans can look forward to “Been Kuntry,” her Cowboy Carter–inspired drag spectacle, reclaiming identity, belonging, and power through rhinestones, boots, and raw emotion.
SUITE SCREAMS AT THE ALBION
Friday, October 31, 2025
At Albion Hotel - 49 Norfolk Street, Guelph, ON
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Kara Melle is more than a performer—she’s a force of joy, homage, and unapologetic sparkle. Whether she’s paying tribute to Queen B, weaving cultural references into her routines, or creating new worlds on stage, Kara proves that drag is both fantasy and reclamation. As she prepares to bring Been Kuntry to life in 2026, one thing is certain: Kara Melle isn’t just chasing dreams—she’s building them, rhinestone by rhinestone, for herself and for the generations of artists to come.