Monthly Archives: May 2019

On Point With: Free

The journey from pointes to stilettos has been a long and storied one for this performer, who despite being a part of NYC nightlife for over a decade is still very much a new drag queen. Alfredo Solivan chats with Thotyssey about his ballet roots, working in bars, befriending Bob the Drag Queen, quitting oneContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Free”

Wake Up, Bitch! (5.18-19.2019)

Your guide to the weekend’s queerest brunches and early events. SATURDAY BIZARRE (BK) Brunch with King Ivy CAFETERIA (Chelsea): Brunch DEEP END (Ridgewood Qns) Brunch E21ST ST & BROADWAY: Dance Parade 2019 ELMO (Chelsea): Brunch INTERMEZZO (Chelsea): Brunch with Tina Burner LA PULPERIA EAST (UES): Brunch with Ritzy Bitz THE VESSEL (Hudson Yards): The Urban Bear Weekend: Invasion of theContinueContinue reading “Wake Up, Bitch! (5.18-19.2019)”

Friday (5.17.2019)

FRIDAY (5.17.2019):  A Donna Summer Anniversary dance party at Brooklyn Bowl; Members Only Burlesque and an Urban Bear Weekend edition of CHUNK at Bedlam; another Urban Bear Weekend event (underwear party) at Rockbar; Miz Cracker at Lucky Chengs; RUFFHOUSE at Nowhere; Andy Starling’s all-star showcase at Uncle Charlie’s; The Paisley Fields and other queer countryContinueContinue reading “Friday (5.17.2019)”

Thursday (5.16.2019)

What’s going on before, during and after tonight’s episode of “RuPaul’s Drag Race.” THURSDAY (5.16.2019): Thot Mess returns to Rebar, with Queen of the Night Octavia Anyae! Meanwhile: Urban Bear Weekend kicks off at Julius’; the queens of QUEEN do Alice In Wonderland at Industry, Maddelynn Hatter is at The Ritz & The Rosemont; PAT PartyContinueContinue reading “Thursday (5.16.2019)”

Where to Watch Drag Race Ep. 12

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: Zarria Van Wales SUITE: DivinityContinueContinue reading “Where to Watch Drag Race Ep. 12”

On Point With: Andy Starling

Inspired by the seedy glam of the Warhol Factory and raised on a healthy diet of (stage) drama, this towering, Stella Adler-trained performer is about to ring in her Carrie Bradshaw-approved tenth year as a New Yorker in grand fashion. Andy Starling shines in this exclusive chat with Thotyssey! Thotyssey: Andy, hello! How are youContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Andy Starling”

Wednesday (5.15.2019)

WEDNESDAY (5.15.2019): OOPS presents a going away party for Jacquée Kennedée at The Rosemont; VJ Eugene Edo spins a new night at The Ritz; Boudoir LeFleur premieres bingo at Cherry’s; Crystal Hart performs before White Elephant Burlesque at Rockbar; DIZZY goth night at Nowhere; XOXA at The Bad Old Days in Brooklyn; and more! UPTOWNContinueContinue reading “Wednesday (5.15.2019)”

Tuesday (5.14.2019)

TUESDAY (5.14.2019):  Thotyssey & Avant Garbage return to Stonewall for a new installment of Garbage Pail Kidz showcasing nutty, stupid and amazing drag featuring Junior Mint, Lacy Stoner & Chartruice! Meanwhile: Bartsch’s On Top has its season premiere at LeBain; it’s Steve Sidewalk’s birthday edition of Gay College Tuesdays at The Ritz; Theydy Bedbug, BoyContinueContinue reading “Tuesday (5.14.2019)”

Monday (5.13.2019)

MONDAY (5.13.2019):  Stonewall presents a (sold out) reading of the classic queer play “Street Theater”; Nath Ann Carrera sings Dolly Parton at Metro; Thot Mess host Butchie dances for Playpen at The Cock; and more! UPTOWN TOOLBOX: Charity bingo (9pm) BOXERS WH: Brita Filter & Rosé (10pm) SUITE: Glam Gavin’s karaoke (10pm) WEST END: Open mic (10pm) HELL’S KITCHENContinueContinue reading “Monday (5.13.2019)”

Sunday (5.12.2019)

SUNDAY (5.12.2019):  A Mother’s Day tea dance with DJs Logan’s Run & Beargazer at C’Mon Everybody; Maddelynn Hatter premieres a new show at The Ritz with La Zavaleta & Virginia Thicc, then returns to her twice-a-monthly at Macri Park; Stonewall has Detoxx Busti’ae’s AIDS Walk benefit show and Dotty Spartan’s Invasion; Macy Rodman joins FrankieContinueContinue reading “Sunday (5.12.2019)”

On Point With: Richard Cortez

Nothing can seem less likely in 2019 than a classic jazz quartet being warmly received in today’s NYC gay bars, where if five minutes go by without an Ariana song the kids get antsy and bored. Well, maybe the kids are really just aching for something old and something new. And maybe it doesn’t hurtContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Richard Cortez”

Saturday (5.11.2019)

SATURDAY (5.11.2019):  Horrorchata’s BE CUTE turns 6 at Littlefield; JizzaBella hosts “Do You Want a Job” at Cherrys; Bartschland’s PLAY NOW at 3 Dollar Bill; Snack Theater presents Let Them Eat Cake at Chelsea Music Hall; GRAPES OF SASS at City Winery stars Adriana Trenta, Ritzy Bitz & Hibiscus; the Hot Rabbit Gay Prom atContinueContinue reading “Saturday (5.11.2019)”

Wake Up, Bitch! (5.10-11.2019)

Your guide to the weekend’s queerest brunches and early events. SATURDAY BIZARRE (BK) Brunch with King Ivy CAFETERIA (Chelsea): Brunch COWGIRL SEAHORSE (SSSeaport): Brunch with Blake Deadly & Nicky Ottav. DEEP END (Ridgewood Qns) Brunch ELMO (Chelsea): Brunch INTERMEZZO (Chelsea): Brunch with Tina Burner LA PULPERIA EAST (UES): Brunch with Ritzy Bitz SUNDAY 3 DOLLAR BILL (BK): Brunch with Merrie Cherry,ContinueContinue reading “Wake Up, Bitch! (5.10-11.2019)”

On Point With: LaBelle

Actor, dancer, makeup artist and fashionista, this queen is one pf the most visible and entertaining representatives of the new wave of drag sweeping over Long Island. LaBelle and Thotyssey dish on the LI scene, the Met Gala, “The Cher Show,” “Drag Race,” how she got here and where she’s taking us/ Thotyssey: Hi, LaBelle!ContinueContinue reading “On Point With: LaBelle”

Thursday (5.9.2019)

What’s going on before, during and after tonight’s episode of “RuPaul’s Drag Race.” THURSDAY (5.9.2019):  Maddelynn Hatter is back in NYC and hosting Shane Tate’s newly-resurrected Beers & Bears at The Ritz; the Miss Gay United States prelim at Paradise; Manila Ice & Charlene presents a Kelly Clarkson kiki at Metro; an all new Wallbreaker benefit showContinueContinue reading “Thursday (5.9.2019)”

Where to Watch Drag Race Ep. 11

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: Coco Taylor SUITE: Divinity BanksContinueContinue reading “Where to Watch Drag Race Ep. 11”

Wednesday (5.8.2019)

WEDNESDAY (5.8.2019): Victoria Chase’s Queens Karaoke challenge has its cash-prize winning grand finale tonight at Club Evolution in Jackson Heights;  The Court of Filth hosts a benefit at Taj; the Mr. Gay United States pageant at Paradise; Lee Valone & friends drag to your karaoke vocals at Rockbar; Jayse Vegas’ Offside Tavern show has itsContinueContinue reading “Wednesday (5.8.2019)”

Tuesday (5.7.2019)

TUESDAY (5.7.2019): Horrorchata, Untitled Queen & Charlene perform in Lucy Balls’ final show at The Rosemont; Pink music giveaways for Gay College Tuesdays at The Ritz, Brita Filter is back at Hardware, and more! UPTOWN EVO LOUNGE: Enigma Tuesdays (8pm) TOOLBOX: TRL with singer Carla Bordonada (8:30pm) BOXERS WH: Karaoke with Sucia (9pm) ALIBI: Take ItContinueContinue reading “Tuesday (5.7.2019)”