Tamara Mascara

Tamara Mascara (born Raphael Payer) is an Austrian stage personality whose work lies at the intersection of acting, musical theatre, and drag performance. Following initial engagements in Vienna, Raphael Payer developed a remarkable career as an entertainer, presenter and host of numerous stage shows under the name Tamara Mascara. Renowned for her elegant charisma, keen sense of timing, and musical dramaturgy, she blends classical theatre tradition with contemporary show design in her performances. She has appeared in TV formats and major Viennese cultural events, as well as international event productions, and has been a fixture on the Austrian cultural scene for many years. She impresses in stage productions with her high level of discipline, musical precision, and loving devotion to her audience.