Merriam

Levkowitz

America’s Favorite Drag Bubbie

Shalom!

Meet Merriam Levkowitz, destined for the lights of “The Broadway” but, until then, she’s based in Chicago and touring the GLOBE (literally!).

Merriam Levkowitz (@merriamshow), America’s Favorite Drag Bubbie, is known for her sharp wit, musical parodies, and interactive crowd games. Blending live music, stand-up, and improv, her performances deliver engaging, unforgettable experiences. Merriam has performed across the U.S. and internationally, delighting audiences at venues like Laugh Factory (Chicago), Boom Chicago (Amsterdam), and TimeOut Market (Boston), as well as festivals, synagogues, and special events.

For the past two years, she’s toured her hit show Hakuna Ma-Hanukkah across the U.S.

Merriam Events

  • A high-energy mix of original musical parodies, stand-up comedy, and improv games with the audience. Perfect for any venue—big or small—from theaters to living rooms!

  • Not your bubbie’s bingo! Enjoy live musical performances, fabulous hosting, and custom Merri-branded bingo boards that bring the glam to game night.

  • Need a host with heart and humor? Merriam brings her ‘evergreen comedy’ and professionalism to any event—corporate functions, fundraisers, birthdays, baby showers, and more.

  • Merriam delights families with read-aloud fun at schools, festivals, farmers markets, and more. A joyful, inclusive experience for kids of all ages.

Why book Merriam?

A Merriam performance is unique and unforgettable. Her shows consist of a mixture of live original musical parodies, stand up, and improv based crowd games. She takes a consultative approach to every contract which allows you to customize your ideal event.

What Are People Saying

  • “There aren't enough emojis to express how I feel about Merriam. I laughed, I cried, I howled!”

    Audience member

  • "I, as well as our program participants, could not have been more impressed … engaging, made all of us feel connected to one another, made us laugh, and allowed us feel a part of a community. It was amazing to see so many faces dancing and smiling across our screens. We were so grateful for [her] energy!”

    Lauren Silverman, Assistant Director, Young Leadership Division; Jewish United Fund

  • “Merriam is a wonderful drag performer. She’s absolutely hilarious and delighted the families!”

    Ali Thresher, Keshet

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