What’s going on before, during and after tonight’s episode of “RuPaul’s Drag Race.” THURSDAY (2.28.2019): a new night at Boxers HK starring Kandy Muse & Digna; Merrie Cherry hosts a Black History Month show at Metro; Holly Dae’s birthday edition of QUEEN at Industry; a drag Beatles tribute at the Rosemont; Coby Koehl sings at 53Continue reading “Thursday (2.28.2019)”
Monthly Archives: February 2019
Where To Watch the Drag Race Premiere
Here is a list of venues in NYC that will screen tonight’s episode of RuPaul’s Drag Race, naming viewing party hosts where applicable. Showtime: 9pm – 10:30pm. Some venues may additionally screen the “Untucked” aftershow segment from 10:30pm-11pm. UPTOWN AT THE WALLACE: Vanna Deux & Lagoona Bloo BOXERS WH: Brita Filter HARLEM NIGHTS: Madison Banks SUITE: TBA TOOLBOX:Continue reading “Where To Watch the Drag Race Premiere”
Wednesday (2.27.2019)
WEDNESDAY (2.27.2019): Cacophony Daniels debuts a new crop of queens at Albatross’ annual Debutante Show; it’s a Madonna v. Gaga battle edition of Rise Bar’s Legend Wednesdays; Zalika Parsons & friends pay tribute to POSE at Bizarre; a “Culture of Drag” showcase hosted by Honey Davenport at Stonewall; and more! UPTOWN / BRONX TOOLBOX: KaraokeContinue reading “Wednesday (2.27.2019)”
On Point With: Ata Racks
Even within the diverse Brooklyn scene, this nightmare babydoll AFAB queen had a hard time finding their niche. So in the tradition of many nightlife greats, the intense performer Ata Racks carved out a whole budding enterprise for their drag, producing events in venues as unexpected and diverse as a coffee house and a barbershop.Continue reading “On Point With: Ata Racks”
Tuesday (2.26.2019)
TUESDAY (2.26.2019): A performance / dance / drag extravaganza benefit for the Brooklyn Studios For Dance at Eris featuring Chris of Hur and several more; a new Queens for a Cause drag benefit at Suite; BEEF at Bizarre; Holly Dae hosts Gay College Tuesday at the Ritz; and more! UPTOWN EVO LOUNGE: Enigma Tuesdays (8pm)Continue reading “Tuesday (2.26.2019)”
Monday (2.25.2019)
MONDAY (2.25.2019): The reunions of Paige Turner with Cacophony Daniels at Hardware, and Ruby Roo with Ragamuffin at Macri Park; the finale of Gayz Got Singing at Rockbar; DiDa Ritz twirls at Metro’s Hot Fruit; The Cano, Cortez & Mejia Trio at Club Cumming; a drag show at Pete’s Candy Store in BK; and more!Continue reading “Monday (2.25.2019)”
Sunday (2.24.2019)
SUNDAY (2.24.2019): Thotyssey presents the premiere of Viva Variety at Brooklyn’s The Vault, hosted by Viva Vidalia & featuring Lilith LeFae & Vic Sin. Meanwhile there are Oscars viewing parties at Stonewall, Club Cumming, Metro, Macri Park, Nowhere, the Albatross and elsewhere! It’s Robert Valin of The Urban Bear’s birthday at Rockbar! The anniversary RosebudContinue reading “Sunday (2.24.2019)”
Saturday (2.23.2019)
SATURDAY (2.23.2019): New circuit party The Room debuts at Club 51 with DJ Aron, Sweet Pussy Pauline performs at Metro, Queen Sessi & friends take over The Paper Box in BK, guys in jockstraps read from Greg Scarnici’s book at Bedlam, a drag king revue and a Ty Sunderland dance party at 3 Dollar Bill,Continue reading “Saturday (2.23.2019)”
On Point With: Mancie Mandell
Our newly crowned Miss Paradise is a longtime beloved Jersey performer who is more than deserving of “pageant queen” praise, and happy to be one as well. Meet Miss Mancie Mandell! Thotyssey: Mancie, hello! Thanks for talking to us! First off, congratulations on being crowned Miss Paradise! Mancie Mandell: Thank you so much! How doContinue reading “On Point With: Mancie Mandell”
Wake Up, Bitch! (2.23-24.2019)
Your guide to the weekend’s queerest brunches and early events. SATURDAY BIZARRE (BK): Brunch with King Ivy & friends BOXERS (HK): Brunch CAFETERIA (Chelsea): Brunch THE DAKOTA (UWS): Brunch with Vivica Galactica & Whendy Whaxwood DEEP END (Ridgewood Qns) Brunch with Emi Grate ELMO (Chelsea): Brunch GALLO NERO (HK): Brunch with Logan Hardcore INTERMEZZO (Chelsea): Brunch with Tina BurnerContinue reading “Wake Up, Bitch! (2.23-24.2019)”
Friday (2.22.2019)
FRIDAY (2.22.2019): A new 18+ drag kiki from This Free Life at Club 51, Shuga Cain & Scarlet Envy host the early show at Pieces, Carnaval at 3 Dollar Bill, a new night from Miz Jade & JCLEF at The Vault, an urban party at the Bronx Tropicana, Jolina Jasmine takes over Fridays at Paradise,Continue reading “Friday (2.22.2019)”
Thursday (2.21.2019)
THURSDAY (2.21.2019): Thotyssey’s hit kiki Thot Mess returns to ReBar, with performances by Egypt & Foxy Scamazon! Meanwhile: Soju & Jiggly Caliente host a KPop party at 3 Dollar Bill, Steve Sidewalk’s last night at Boxers HK, Dragnet at Metro, the queens of QUEEN take on Black History Month at Industry, Mattchine at Julius’, aContinue reading “Thursday (2.21.2019)”
On Point With: Audrey Phoenix
This fun and fashionable new queen is making her way through a major drag competition, and is on the fast track to internet stardom. We can’t make any “rising from the ashes” puns yet cuz her star is just starting to burn bright, so let’s just meet the fierce Audrey Phoenix! Thotyssey: Audrey, hello! SoContinue reading “On Point With: Audrey Phoenix”
Wednesday (2.20.2019)
WEDNESDAY (2.20.2019): Rebranded West Village Wednesday nights with Holly Dae plus birthday guest Cany Buttons at Monster, and with Jayse Vegas, DJ JCLEF and friends at Offside Tavern; Maddelynn Hatter debuts a new drag competition at The Vault; Golden Delicious’ final show at The West End; Egypt jpins Brenda Dharling & Marti Gould Cummings at Rise;Continue reading “Wednesday (2.20.2019)”
Tuesday (2.19.2019)
TUESDAY (2.19.2019): Jayse Vegas premieres a new monthly at Rockbar right after Coco Taylor & Nicole Onoscopi host an open stage, Sad Songs with Patti Spliff & friends at the Rosemont, Pissi Myles & David Ayllon exhibit at Drew University, FiFi DuBois & Antony Cherrie are Broken Tired at Stonewall followed by the cycle finaleContinue reading “Tuesday (2.19.2019)”
Monday (2.18.2019)
MONDAY (2.18.2019): A busy Presidents’ Day evening! Heidi Haux pays tribute to history;s great First Ladies in a special stage show at The Duplex, Shiny Penny & Stephanie Stone guest host Mondays on Mondays at Macri Park, Andora and cast members of “The Cher Show” join Jasmine Rice & Pissi Myles at Rise, Nicholas BrendonContinue reading “Monday (2.18.2019)”
On Point With: Antony Cherrie
From Scotland by way of London comes this sexy ginger crooner, who’s ukulele magic gives us the somber feels while still remaining so powerfully likable. With recordings and videos soon to be available for listening / viewing / buying for the first time and a growing presence in vital venues like Stonewall and Club Cumming,Continue reading “On Point With: Antony Cherrie”
Sunday (2.17.2019)
SUNDAY (2.17.2019): Honey Davenport steps down for the new Miss Paradise in Asbury Park, Battle Hymn at Flash Factory, Horse Meat Disco at Elsewhere, Stonewall Invasions from Logan Hardcore & Clarice DuBois, Daphne Always hosts LESLIE at Club Cumming, performance art from Untitled Queen at the Rosemont, Michael T hosts a Rolling Stones tribute atContinue reading “Sunday (2.17.2019)”
Saturday (2.16.2019)
SATURDAY (2.16.2019): Crystal Mesh hosts a VDay Weekend party at the ROsemont with Jiggly Caliente, the Laboratory circuit party returns to Chelsea Music Hall, Papi Juice at Elsewhere, a GuySocial pool party at the Grace Hotel with Honey Davenport, Eurovision star Slavko at Hardware, the Haus of Sterling & Eli Escobar at 3 Dollar Bill,Continue reading “Saturday (2.16.2019) “
Wake Up, Bitch! (2.16-17.2019)
Your guide to the weekend’s queerest brunches and early events. SATURDAY BIZARRE (BK): Brunch with King Ivy, Princess Bitch, Sasha Shook & Ms. Cumilla Dixon BOXERS (HK): Brunch CAFETERIA (Chelsea): Brunch CROSS & ORANGE (NJ): Brunch with Rhedd Rhumm, Jolina Jasmine, Jasmine Kennedie & Mancie Mandell DEEP END (Ridgewood Qns) Brunch ELMO (Chelsea): Brunch GALLOContinue reading “Wake Up, Bitch! (2.16-17.2019)”
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