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Friday (6.4.2021)

FRIDAY (6.4.2021) Your daily guide to New York and New Jersey nightlife programming, plus online nightlife-based programming (EST). UPTOWN SUITE: Karaoke feat. Victoria Chase (6pm)ALIBI: Roqué (6pm) HELL’S KITCHEN RISE: DJ Xavier (6pm)RITZ: [upstairs] Digna, Islaya & Elle No. 5 with DJ BaeJing (7pm);[downstairs] “Open Call” drag competition hosted by Chelsea Piers (8pm);[downstairs] Trivia feat. Chelsea Piers with Nick Gaga & Stasi (9:30pm)INDUSTRY:ContinueContinue reading “Friday (6.4.2021)”

On Point With: Mary Muscles

South African-born dancer Marvin H. Brown has been turning it in drag as Mary Muscles for a while now, but only in small increments (and almost never on camera). Now that’s likely about to change, as the star takes center stage in one of NYC’s most important venues! Thotyssey: Hello Mary! Happy Pride Month! We’reContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Mary Muscles”

Thursday (6.3.2021)

THURSDAY (6.3.2021) Your daily guide to New York and New Jersey nightlife programming, plus online nightlife-based programming (EST). UPTOWN HARLEM NIGHTS: “Trappy Hour” (5pm)ALIBI: Legendary viewing party hosted by The Taurex (8pm) HELL’S KITCHEN RISE: Brenda Dharling (7pm)MR. BIGGS: Bingo feat. Chaka Khanvict (7pm)XOXO: Marcel & Crystal Comedowns with Islaya, Kyle Motsinger & Showdolliana plus DJ Casa De GalindoContinueContinue reading “Thursday (6.3.2021)”

On Point With: Bermuda

This sharp, edgy beauty has been a fixture of The Rosemont for more than a minute, and at last she now has a weekly showcase there to call her own. She’s the exotic fashionista named after a cat (sort of), Bermuda! Thotyssey: Hello Bermuda! How was your Memorial Day Weekend? Bermuda: Hey hey! It wasContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Bermuda”

Wednesday (6.2.2021)

WEDNESDAY (6.2.2021) Your daily guide to New York and New Jersey nightlife programming, plus online nightlife-based programming (EST). UPTOWN TOOLBOX: Jacklynn Hyde (8pm) HELL’S KITCHEN FUSION HK: Lexington Banks (7pm)RISE: Marti Gould Cummings & Bootsie LeFaris (7pm)HARDWARE: Elektra Lite, DD Fuego & Skye Walker (7pm);Boudoir LeFleur & Kimmi Moore (10pm)RITZ: Selma Nilla with Gloria Swansong (8pm)INDUSTRY: Pixie Aventura (9pm)XOXO: TBAContinueContinue reading “Wednesday (6.2.2021)”

On Point With: AriaJae

Young rapper, drag queen, sex worker, hairdresser and brunch hostess AriaJae (aka ArrJay Robinson) is keeping the hustle alive… and winning tons of fans in the process. Thotyssey: Thank you for chatting today, Aria! So you were recently at the new Hell’s Kitchen venue XOXO, guest performing for Jessica Rose and Virginia Thicc’s show. HowContinueContinue reading “On Point With: AriaJae”

Tuesday (6.1.2021)

TUESDAY (6.1.2021) Your daily guide to online nightlife-based programming and socially distanced live events during the coronavirus quarantine. (EST) UPTOWN / BRONX IDENTITY: Soft opening (6pm)SUITE: Karaoke feat. Victoria Chase (6pm)ALIBI: Janae SaisQuoi with Phoebe Jeebies (8pm) HELL’S KITCHEN DON’T TELL MAMA: Seth Bisen-Hersh with Marilyn Monhoe (7pm)INDUSTRY: Holly Box-Springs (8pm)HARDWARE: Pixie Aventura with Lola Michele-Kiki (10pm)RISE: MichelleContinueContinue reading “Tuesday (6.1.2021)”

On Point With: Missleidy the Plant Lady

Boasting the greenest thumb in all of dragdom, Cuban-Nevadan stylist and horticulturist Missleidy is currently teaching Plant Parents around the world how to make their children grow right, while coming up roses on stages all across NYC. [Cover photo: Leeor Wild c/o PAPER Magazine] Thotyssey: Hello Missleidy, thanks for chatting today! How was your MemorialContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Missleidy the Plant Lady”

Monday (6.7.2021)

MONDAY (6.7.2021) Your daily guide to online nightlife-based programming and socially distanced live events during the coronavirus quarantine. (EST) HELL’S KITCHEN 410 W 47TH ST: “SCUM: Gush Mondays” (6pm)HARDWARE: “Broadway Mondays” feat. VJ OhRicky with Jacklynn Hyde & Holly Box-Springs (7pm)XOXO: Tim Young (7pm)RITZ: Isabella Rio & DJ Valber with Pietra Parker & Shantel B (8:30pm) INDUSTRY: Miz Cracker (9pm)RISE:ContinueContinue reading “Monday (6.7.2021)”

THOTify Music Monthly – May 2021

May was was busy month for queer nightlife original music–just in time for mass re-openings of dance floors across NYC! Aja with Dai Burger, “Horsewh!p” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nEpNPEhB1iQ The New York rapper’s massive (20 tracks!) new record Crown is already getting lots of buzz for it’s dueling aggressive and reflective vibes. This track in particular, which hasContinueContinue reading “THOTify Music Monthly – May 2021”

Sunday (5.30.2021)

SUNDAY (5.30.2021) Your daily guide to New York and New Jersey nightlife programming, plus online nightlife-based programming (EST). UPTOWN / BRONX EL PASO: Brunch feat. Lola Michele-Kiki (noon) NOT TODAYCECIL STEAKHOUSE: Brunch (2pm) NOT TODAYKIRVENS: Bingo feat. Boyish Charm (6pm)ALIBI: “Sin Sunday” gogo boys (9pm)SUITE: Karaoke hosted by Victoria Chase (9pm)TRIAD: Lovely Dark Things feat.ContinueContinue reading “Sunday (5.30.2021)”

Saturday (5.29.2021)

SATURDAY (5.29.2021) Your daily guide to New York and New Jersey nightlife programming, plus online nightlife-based programming (EST). **Venues may require patrons to present proof of Covid-19 vaccination via vaccination card or Excelsior Pass app for admittance, or for full use of the venue. Patrons without proof of vaccination can be denied entry, or instructedContinueContinue reading “Saturday (5.29.2021)”

Friday (5.28.2021)

FRIDAY (5.28.2021) Your daily guide to New York and New Jersey nightlife programming, plus online nightlife-based programming (EST). UPTOWN SUITE: Karaoke feat. Victoria Chase (6pm) HELL’S KITCHEN RISE: Jada Valenciaga & DJ Xavier (6pm)HARDWARE: Bootsie LeFaris with VinnyGaga (7pm)RITZ: [upstairs] Digna, Islaya & Elle No. 5 with DJ BaeJing (7pm);[downstairs] “Open Call” drag competition hosted by Chelsea Piers (8pm);[downstairs] Trivia feat.ContinueContinue reading “Friday (5.28.2021)”

On Point With: Justin Cudmore

A true dancefloor disc jockey warrior with a rich history in nightlife (including membership in a few DJ supergroups), Justin Cudmore discusses the gigs that got him here, the new music that’s coming, and the reckoning of Rona Ravers. Thotyssey: Hello Justin, thanks for talking to us today! Spring is here and live venues areContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Justin Cudmore”

Thursday (5.27.2021)

THURSDAY (5.27.2021) Your daily guide to New York and New Jersey nightlife programming, plus online nightlife-based programming (EST). UPTOWN ALIBI: Legendary viewing party hosted by The Taurex (8pm) HELL’S KITCHEN HARDWARE: Shequida with Jiggly Caliente (7pm)RISE: Brenda Dharling (7pm)MR. BIGGS: Bingo feat. Chaka Khanvict (7pm)TITO MURPHY’S: Lagoona Bloo & Castrata (7pm)XOXO: Marcel & Crystal Comedowns with Alexis Flame, Carmen Gettit, Bethadone Clinique, Amy Leigh CelestialContinueContinue reading “Thursday (5.27.2021)”

On Point With: Bobby Duron

Known for spinning some of gay NYC’s sexiest nights, producer and DJ Bobby Duron is back at his favorite hub… along with some new music to slay the children! Thotyssey: Hello Bobby, it’s great to gab with you! Bobby Duron: Hi Jim. Thanks for having me this evening for some nightlife chat. So, these areContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Bobby Duron”

Drag Race All-Stars 6 Cast Announced!

Congratulations to the just announced cast of RuPaul’s Drag Race’s All-Stars! The sixth season of the popular franchise’s spinoff will premiere Thursday, June 24th. Over the years, Thotyssey has spoken to a few of these cast members. Let’s revisit these interviews! Ginger Minj (7.11.2017)JanSport (3.8.2017)Jiggly Caliente (7.20.2016)Pandora Boxx (10.30.2017)Scarlet Envy (12.8.2016)

Wednesday (5.26.2021)

WEDNESDAY (5.26.2021) Your daily guide to New York and New Jersey nightlife programming, plus online nightlife-based programming (EST). UPTOWN TOOLBOX: Jacklynn Hyde (8pm) HELL’S KITCHEN INDUSTRY: The Sherry Vine Variety Show E1 viewing party hosted by Sherry Vine (7pm);Pixie Aventura (9pm)HARDWARE: Elektra Lite, DD Fuego & Skye Walker (7pm)RISE: Marti Gould Cummings & Bootsie LeFaris (7pm)RITZ: Selma Nilla with NickContinueContinue reading “Wednesday (5.26.2021)”

On Point With: James Oblak

Imagine being a gorgeous and charismatic musician who is also extremely talented, creative and disciplined enough to have released your own original album. Now stop imagining, because you’re clearly James Oblak… and the new season of your Fire Island show premieres this weekend! [Cover Photo: John Kale] Thotyssey: Hello James! It’s a lovely day inContinueContinue reading “On Point With: James Oblak”

Tuesday (5.25.2021)

TUESDAY (5.25.2021) Your daily guide to online nightlife-based programming and socially distanced live events during the coronavirus quarantine. (EST) UPTOWN SUITE: Karaoke feat. Victoria Chase (6pm)ALIBI: Janae SaisQuoi with Roqué (8pm) HELL’S KITCHEN INDUSTRY: Holly Box-Springs (6pm)HARDWARE: Pixie Aventura (8pm)RISE: Bingo feat. Pissi Myles (8pm) MIDTOWN EAST TOWNHOUSE: Pianist Sarah Glassman (6pm) CHELSEA REBAR: Drink & Draw (7pm) WESTContinueContinue reading “Tuesday (5.25.2021)”