While there aren’t many dancefloors open these days, this DJ is keeping the beat alive online with original songs and re-imagined classics. Breaking free of his Pentecostal childhood to make beautiful music in the world of queer nightlife, it’s the fabulous Brett Oosterhaus! Thotyssey: Hey there Brett! So first off… the RNC began Monday night,ContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Brett Oosterhaus”
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Tuesday (8.25.2020)
TUESDAY (8.25.2020) Your daily guide to online nightlife-based programming and some socially distanced live shows during the coronavirus quarantine. (EST) LIVESTREAMS FACEBOOK: Dreama Belle (here) (6pm); Makeup with Roxy Brooks-Lords (here) (7pm); Cacophony Daniels (here) (8pm); Billy Hough (here) (8pm); TBA Amber Martin with Sherry Vine (here) (10pm) INSTAGRAM: Dreama Belle & Ginger Ladd (here)ContinueContinue reading “Tuesday (8.25.2020)”
On Point With: Lady German
She’s lived in Honduras, Miami, New York and Boston (but never Germany), and now she’s a true digital diva. But now the fierce Lady German is also a full fledged Drag Ambassador, and she wants you to get out (or mail in) your vote in 2020! Thotyssey: Hello Lady German! Thanks so much for talkingContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Lady German”
Monday (8.24.2020)
MONDAY (8.24.2020) Your daily guide to online nightlife-based programming and socially distanced live shows during the coronavirus quarantine. (EST) LIVESTREAMS FACEBOOK: The Golden Gays NYC (here) (7pm); Bingo with Miss Richfield 1981 (here) (8pm); CANCELLED Bella Noche & Dr. Paul Vader (here) (9pm); Shiny Penny (here) (10:30pm) INSTAGRAM: Makeup with Ari Kiki (here) (6pm); DJContinueContinue reading “Monday (8.24.2020)”
Sunday (8.23.2020)
SUNDAY (8.23.2020) Your daily guide to online nightlife-based programming and socially distanced live events during the coronavirus quarantine. (EST) LIVESTREAMS FACEBOOK: Mrs. Kasha Davis reads to kids (here) (noon); Tora Himan with Honey Davenport, Cherry Poppins & more (here) (noon); Chocolatina (here) (2pm); Inita D (here) (3pm); Candy Samples (here) (4pm); Disney trivia with FiFiContinueContinue reading “Sunday (8.23.2020)”
Saturday (8.22.2020)
SATURDAY (8.22.2020) Your daily guide to online nightlife-based programming (and some socially distanced live events) during the coronavirus quarantine. (EST) LIVESTREAMS FACEBOOK: Dance class with FiFi DuBois (here) (4pm); Holly Dae (here) (7pm); Bingo with Harmonica Sunbeam (here) (7pm); Castrata (here) (7pm); Aaliyah Martinez (here) (8pm); Barbra Herr (here) (8pm); Sutton Lee Seymour & CacophonyContinueContinue reading “Saturday (8.22.2020)”
On Point With: Ryan Overberg
COVID quarantine has put New York queer hospitality on hold, but some bars are not coming back after lockdown. One of the saddest casualties has been Hell’s Kitchen’s Therapy, home to many of the city’s most beloved drag shows, a winning staff and a tightly knit queer nightlife family. Cincinnati-born stage performer and producer RyanContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Ryan Overberg”
Friday (8.21.2020)
FRIDAY (8.21.2020) Your daily guide to online nightlife-based programming (plus some socially distanced live events) during the coronavirus quarantine. LIVESTREAMS FACEBOOK: Angela Di Carlo (here) (5pm); FiFi DuBois (here) (6pm); Lavinia Draper (here) (6:30pm); INSTAGRAM: DJ Lina (here) (7pm); DJ K Styles (here) (9pm); TWITCH: Gaming with Lilith LeFae (here) (5pm); ZOOM: MOVE IT presentedContinueContinue reading “Friday (8.21.2020)”
Press Release: DRAG-ged Through Central Park
DRAGged Through Central Park is the first test of a socially distanced event that will change the way you view your city. Ring around the slayground with our Drag Chauffeurs as we bring you on an unique DRAG experience. Join Elise Navy-Dad, AndrogyNY, and Cherry Poppins on August 31st as they lead you through beautifulContinueContinue reading “Press Release: DRAG-ged Through Central Park”
Thursday (8.20.2020)
THURSDAY (8.20.2020) Your daily guide to online nightlife-based programming during (and some socially distanced live events) the coronavirus quarantine. (EST) LIVESTREAMS FACEBOOK: Saline Dijon (here) (6pm); Princess Bitch with Lilith LeFae (here) (7pm); Sparkle Monster (here) (7:30pm); Paige Turner (here) (8pm); Shequida (here) (8pm); Logan Hardcore (here) (8pm); Shirley U. Jest (here) (8pm); Bingo withContinueContinue reading “Thursday (8.20.2020)”
Wednesday (8.19.2020)
WEDNESDAY (8.19.2020) Your daily guide to online nightlife-based programming (and some live socially distanced events) during the coronavirus quarantine. (EST) LIVESTREAMS FACEBOOK: Mrs. Kasha Davis reads to kids (here) (4pm); Delighted Tobehere (here) (4pm); OASIS gala for Ali Forney Center hosted by Tommy Dorfman feat. Lena Dunham, Cindy Crawford, Michelle Visage, Marc Jacobs, Kaia Gerber,ContinueContinue reading “Wednesday (8.19.2020)”
On Point With: Essence
This sexy queen of the Astoria scene is serving lewks and moves on stages both digital and physical. Learn how her turn at a recent local drag competition gave way to a trending hashtag, and how she’s about to remind the Brooklynites that Black is Queen… it’s the immortal Essence! Thotyssey: Hello Essence, thanks forContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Essence”
Tuesday (8.18.2020)
TUESDAY (8.18.2020) Your daily guide to online nightlife-based programming and some socially distanced live shows during the coronavirus quarantine. (EST) LIVESTREAMS FACEBOOK: Dreama Belle (here) (6pm); Makeup with Roxy Brooks-Lords (here) (7pm); Cacophony Daniels (here) (8pm); Billy Hough (here) (8pm); Zoe Dunford’s birthday hosted by Bella Noche & Toni Homperm feat. LaBelle, Annie Manildoo, AshleyContinueContinue reading “Tuesday (8.18.2020)”
On Point With: Luxx Noir London
This Jersey girl’s Instagram is a gallery of LUXX-urious and refined looks, and her sexy digital performances have us all cyber-gagging. Make way for the divine Luxx Noir London! Thotyssey: Hello, Luxx! How are you doing this Quarantine Day, aka every day? Luxx Noir London: I wish I was out responsibly enjoying the weather… however,ContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Luxx Noir London”
Monday (8.17.2020)
MONDAY (8.17.2020) Your daily guide to online nightlife-based programming and socially distanced live shows during the coronavirus quarantine. (EST) LIVESTREAMS FACEBOOK: The Golden Gays NYC (here) (7pm); Bingo with Miss Richfield 1981 (here) (8pm); Sutton Lee Seymour (here) (8pm); Bella Noche & Dr. Paul Vader (here) (9pm); Shiny Penny (here) (10:30pm) INSTAGRAM: Makeup with AriContinueContinue reading “Monday (8.17.2020)”
X-Rayed Sex: “Dear First Prospective Top Since Quarantine”
By LeNair Xavier WARNING: NSFW! 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. Even though some social spaces have started to re-open, I’m sure a number ofContinueContinue reading “X-Rayed Sex: “Dear First Prospective Top Since Quarantine””
Sunday (8.16.2020)
SUNDAY (8.16.2020) Your daily guide to online nightlife-based programming and socially distanced live events during the coronavirus quarantine. (EST) LIVESTREAMS FACEBOOK: Mrs. Kasha Davis reads to kids (here) (noon); “BLACK PRIDE: Songs for Marsha, A Virtual Revisit” (here) (1pm); Chocolatina (here) (2pm); Inita D (here) (3pm); Disney trivia with FiFi DuBois (here) (5pm); Misty MeanerContinueContinue reading “Sunday (8.16.2020)”
On Point With: Alexey Kim
The founder of the important new queer news blog and photojournal “Sidewalkkilla,” Kazakhstan-born model turned photographer and writer Alexey Kim is giving a voice to a marginalized community and documenting their struggles and triumphs… all while sharing his own voice and vision. From the exclusive confines of a chic nightlife event to the frontlines ofContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Alexey Kim”
Saturday (8.15.2020)
SATURDAY (8.15.2020) Your daily guide to online nightlife-based programming (and some socially distanced live events) during the coronavirus quarantine. (EST) LIVESTREAMS FACEBOOK: FLAME CON (noon) (here); Dance class with FiFi DuBois (here) (4pm); Holly Dae (here) (7pm); Bingo with Harmonica Sunbeam (here) (7pm); Castrata (here) (7pm); Aaliyah Martinez (here) (8pm); Barbra Herr (here) (8pm); SuttonContinueContinue reading “Saturday (8.15.2020)”
On Point With: Laurel Charleston
One of New York drag’s most deft makeup artists, this rural Pennsylvania-born queen’s visage is often a portal to magical dimensions you’ve barely dreamed of. Informed by classical music and a fine performer to boot, Laurel Charleston is tailor-made for the digital drag crossover. Thotyssey: Hello Laurel! Thanks for making the time to chat withContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Laurel Charleston”
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