Coming through as a nightlife host who gives you singing, dancing and fashion without drag is not a well-paved road these days, but young entertainer Marcel is bringing it all back. Conquering open stages all over the city, he’s now about to celebrate a year of hosting Thotyssey’s flagship twice-monthly Thot Mess–as well as hisContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Marcel”
Monthly Archives: September 2019
Wednesday (9.18.2019)
WEDNESDAY (9.18.2019): “American Horror Story” begins with viewing parties in the West Village, Brooklyn and Astoria; Zarria joins Kizha Carr as her guest co-host at Therapy; Dezi 5 performs for “The David Drumgold Variety Show” at MMAC; Neon Calypso is with the CAKES ladies at Metro; Michael Block interviews a panel of current & formerContinueContinue reading “Wednesday (9.18.2019)”
On Point With: Nicky Doll
Yowza, this is a gorgeous queen! From Paris to San Francisco and now a New Yorker at last, makeup artist and drag queen Nicky Doll is set for world domination with high fashion beauty and edgy performances. Nicky chats with Thotyssey about her transcontinental journey, the evolution of French drag, why she isn’t a comedy queenContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Nicky Doll”
Tuesday (9.17.2019)
TUESDAY (9.17.2019): It’s the second anniversary of Polish the Queen at Stonewall; at Hardware, Marti Gould Cummings joins Brita Filter for her birthday show, and afterwards Bootsie LeFaris & Neon Calypso hold down the fort; “The Haus of Aja” performs at LeBain; and more! UPTOWN EVO LOUNGE: Enigma Tuesdays (8pm) BOXERS WH: Karaoke with Sucia (9pm)ContinueContinue reading “Tuesday (9.17.2019)”
On Point With: Felix And The Future
“A true original” barely begins to describe the look and sound of this Brooklyn based performing and recording artist. Never fitting in easily to any scene, Felix Flores aka Felix And The Future nonetheless has legions of fans and admirers. And with a BNA under his gorgeous belt, Felix is now about to conquer theContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Felix And The Future”
ThotSpot: Sunday Service Sneak Preview (Therapy, 9.15.2019)
Thotyssey’s column “ThotLight” reviews and reports on the big events in NYC nightlife. By Jim Silvestri “It was a great night, we just have to work out a few kinks,” was what I heard from manager Ryan Overberg and some other folks that made Therapy Bar’s “Sunday Service” drag brunch premiere happen (a private “friendsContinueContinue reading “ThotSpot: Sunday Service Sneak Preview (Therapy, 9.15.2019)”
Monday (9.16.2019)
MONDAY (9.16.2019): Sutton, Cacophony & Paige are in house for Hardware’s 5th Anniversary of Broadway Mondays; Lagoona Bloo premieres a new weekly at Barracuda; a showcase for “So You Think You Can Belt” past competitors at The West End; Vodka Stinger hosts a benefit at the Center at West Park; Lips queens raise funds forContinueContinue reading “Monday (9.16.2019)”
Sunday (9.15.2019)
SUNDAY (9.152019): Sea Tea’s last trip of the season features a Furball party and a tribute to Michael Fesco; Club Cumming’s 2nd anniversary; an Imperial Court benefit at Industry; Honey Davenport’s Rebar show is now Sunday; Untitled Queen & Horrorchata join Merrie Cherry for the Metro BBQ show; Molly Whop Invades Stonewall; Daphne Always singsContinueContinue reading “Sunday (9.15.2019)”
On Point With: Molly Whop
A newer queen who nonetheless has a long history with NYC nightlife is about to make her hosting debut in the city’s most vital venue. Prepare for the Invasion of Polish the Queen winner Molly Whop! Thotyssey: Molly, hello! So what did you do for Crazy New York Drag Weekend? Molly Whop: I had aContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Molly Whop”
Saturday (9.14.2019)
SATURDAY (9.14.2019): Desilicious Bollywood party at The DL, Bear Milk at The Deep End, a surprise show from Alexis Michelle & Dusty Ray Bottoms at Albatross, Occupy The Disco at Black Flamingo; The Carry Nation at The Good Room; Boyish Charm and friends premiere a new show at Boxers Washington Heights; Homo Erectus Burlesque &ContinueContinue reading “Saturday (9.14.2019)”
On Point With: Zelina Duval
Drag-adjacent since the days of Escualita, it was only a matter of time before she became a queen herself. And now hosting events for the Imperial Court of New York, Zelina Duval is true drag royalty to boot! Thotyssey: Hey gurl! How are you? Have you recovered from Drag’s Craziest Weekend yet? Zelina Duval: I’m recovered,ContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Zelina Duval”
Wake Up, Bitch! (9.14-15.2019)
Your guide to the weekend’s queerest brunches and early events. SATURDAY 3 DOLLAR BILL: Brunch with Ross Matthews, Jiggly Caliente, Honey Davenport, Alexis Michelle, Rify Royalty & Dusty Ray Bottoms BOXERS HK : Brunch CAFETERIA (Chelsea): Brunch DE CAPO (Up): Brunch with Bootsie LeFaris DEEP END (Ridgewood Qns) Brunch with Tiffany Jones Sterling, with DJ P_A_T DOYLERS 37 (Chelsea): Brunch with Jacklynn HydeContinueContinue reading “Wake Up, Bitch! (9.14-15.2019)”
Friday (9.13.2019)
FRIDAY (9.13.2019): Miss Coco Peru bring her unique brand of show to 3 Dollar Bill, followed by the sexy party HARDER; Cissy Walken’s “The Simsinz” debuts at the Beechman, followed by Members Only Burlesque; Balls Deep Disco at C’Mon Everybody; a new Snack Theater production at Chelsea Music Hall; the Tasselmania IV wrestling / burlesqueContinueContinue reading “Friday (9.13.2019)”
Thursday (9.12.2019)
THURSDAY (9.12.2019): The Nobodies crown the Mx. Nobody grand finale winner at Brooklyn Bazaar; JanSport rejoins the queens of QUEEN at Industry; the second anniversary of Vic Sin’s Sinners Kit Kat Cabaret at The Vault; UDP winner Pietra Parker premieres her new show at The West End; Jayse Vegas’ birthday show at Rockbar; Jade Electra perform’sContinueContinue reading “Thursday (9.12.2019)”
On Point With: Zola Powell
From homelessness to pageant royalty, this Boston-based queen is a true icon of drag. Now having won the latest in a collection of coveted crowns, the ultra-classy Zola Powell reflects on her journey to get to where she is today, and what lies ahead for her. [Cover photo: Billy Hess]. Thotyssey: Miss Zola, hello andContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Zola Powell”
Wednesday (9.11.2019)
WEDNESDAY (9.4.2019): “Drag Race: Thailand” winner Angele Anange performs with Shiny Penny & Ms. Ter at the Vault; horror trivia hosted by genre icons at Rockbar; Elektra Lite joins Kizha Carr as the guest co-host of The Help at Therapy; The Super Smash Bros DJ a new night at ReBar; and more! UPTOWN / BRONX TOOLBOX:ContinueContinue reading “Wednesday (9.11.2019)”
On Point With: Boyish Charm
Fairly new to drag, this Bronx native brings all types of Charm to her funny performances and stun lewks. And this weekend, she’ll be premiering a new weekly at one of the city’s newest hotspots. Sound the alarm, it’s Boyish Charm! [Cover photo: Carlos Rodrigo] Thotyssey: Hello Boyish! So, the craziest drag weekend of theContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Boyish Charm”
Tuesday (9.10.2019)
TUESDAY (9.10.2019): Deryck Todd’s STRUT returns to ACME with its annual NYFW edition; “Drag Race: Thailand” winner Angele Anange performs for On Top at Le Bain; Hedda Lettuce’s final show of the season at Cherry’s; a new drag competition in Amityville; “Dragula” viewing parties in Brooklyn; and more! UPTOWN EVO LOUNGE: Enigma Tuesdays (8pm) BOXERS WH:ContinueContinue reading “Tuesday (9.10.2019)”
Monday (9.9.2019)
MONDAY (9.9.2019): Egypt returns to hosting Monday nights at Monster; Marti Gould Cummings is back with Stage Fright at Therapy; Lance Horne tickles the ivories once more at Club Cumming; the country music kiki returns to Metro; and more! UPTOWN TOOLBOX: Charity bingo (9pm) SUITE: Glam Gavin’s karaoke (10pm) ALIBI: “Man Crush Mondays” (10pm) WESTContinueContinue reading “Monday (9.9.2019)”
X-Rayed Sex: “The Perks of Hooking Up With A Sex Blogger”
By LeNair Xavier Thotyssey presents a bi-monthly column by LeNair Xavier, a writer/poet who has worked in many levels of the sex industry, and has a lot to say about the social politics of sex, porn and sexual etiquette. NOTE: While this article is written to cater to a gay male audience, implementing the properContinueContinue reading “X-Rayed Sex: “The Perks of Hooking Up With A Sex Blogger””
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