The runner up winner of this past season of the Iconic drag competition, drags newest singing sensation with an impressive pedigree is proving that she is much more than even that. You’re not ready for Castrata! [Cover photo: @currentlymouserat] Thotyssey: Hello, Castrata! Thanks for chatting with us today! So it’s been a day and changeContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Castrata”
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Wednesday (11.20.2019)
WEDNESDAY (11.20.2019): Flippe Kikee’s karaoke at Phoenix has its first anniversary; Ghost Elektra of Berlin joins Mini Horrorwitz at Metro; a naked party at Bedlam; Chauncey Dandridge’s spoken word / live music Freak-Out returns to Stonewall; an Imperial Court showcase at the Irish American Pub; Paige Turner & Sarah Lazarus present a show at ClubContinueContinue reading “Wednesday (11.20.2019)”
Tuesday (11.19.2019)
TUESDAY (11.19.2019): Nina West hosts a RuGirl stat Christmas revue at the Wellmont in Montclair, NJ; The Hell’s Kitchenettes at the Beechman; Tym Moss’ new film JUNK premieres at the Cantor Film Center followed by a Q&A with Michael Musto; The OTP stars in a performance art piece at Dixon Place; Dezi 5 & friendsContinueContinue reading “Tuesday (11.19.2019)”
Monday (11.18.2019)
MONDAY (11.18.2019): Emi Grate’s dragiversary and Celine Dion’s album release party at The Vault; new Iconic winner Jax joins Kandy Muse & Janelle No. 5 at Pieces; and more! UPTOWN TOOLBOX: Charity bingo (9pm) SUITE: Glam Gavin’s karaoke (10pm) ALIBI: “Man Crush Mondays” (10pm) WEST END: TBA HELL’S KITCHEN BOXERS HK: Poker with Butch Cordora (7pm) VSBU:ContinueContinue reading “Monday (11.18.2019)”
Sunday (11.17.2019)
SUNDAY (11.17.2019): Thotyssey will be judging the Season 3 finally of Iconic at Icon Bar, immediately following an all-star benefit for Sweaty Eddie; a new party premiere at Bedlam featuring Boudoir LeFleur, Kristy Blaze & Mr Ms Adrien; DJ Vito Fun at Chelsea Music Hall; new Sundays at Macri Park with Lilith LeFae, Mocha LiteContinueContinue reading “Sunday (11.17.2019)”
Saturday (11.16.2019)
SATURDAY (11.16.2019): Lady Bunny’s new show followed by MEAT with Nina Flowers at 3 Dollar Bill; Monet X Change at Hardware; Sherry Vine at Metro; the drag Black family (Dragula) & The Illustrious Blacks at C’Mon Everybody; RAM at Rebar; Macy Rodman at Venus In Furs; Peter Napoli at DROM; and more! UPTOWN / BRONXContinueContinue reading “Saturday (11.16.2019)”
Wake Up, Bitch! (11.16-17.2019)
Your guide to the weekend’s queerest brunches and early events. SATURDAY BOXERS HK : Brunch CAFETERIA (Chelsea): Brunch DEEP END (Ridgewood Qns) Brunch ELMO (Chelsea): Brunch HASWELL GREENS (HK): Brunch with Ritzy Bitz & Adriana Trenta MAIZAL (Astoria): Brunch with Audrey Phoenix, Patsy InDecline & Ducky Sheaboi LA PULPERIA EAST (UES): Brunch with Nicole Onoscopi & Victoria Williams SIX 26 (JC, NJ): BrunchContinueContinue reading “Wake Up, Bitch! (11.16-17.2019)”
Friday (11.15.2019)
FRIDAY (11.15.2019): Laganja Estranja at The Vault; Monet X Change at Hardware; Sasha Velour in Asbury Park; Kasha Davis & Darienne Lake at the Beechman; Daphne Always at Joe’s Pub; Ladyfag’s 12:12 at Open House; Ty Sunderland’s Heaven on Earth at China Chalet; FvckJuice’s Drag Rave at Eris Evolution; and more! UPTOWN / BRONX BOXERSContinueContinue reading “Friday (11.15.2019)”
On Point With: MTHR TRSA
Brooklyn’s newest oddball theatrical queen, deft photographer and podcaster is a Florida native who has now truly found her tribe. Currently a regular at The Rosemont, the unholy MTHR TRSA is now making her way across all the gayborhoods with her unique blend of gags and glam… even Hell’s Kitchen! Thotyssey: Hello MTHR, thanks forContinueContinue reading “On Point With: MTHR TRSA”
Thursday (11.14.2019)
THURSDAY (11.14.2019): THOT MESS returns for another week, featuring social media celeb Matt E & Nicole Onoscopi joining Marcel, Vegas Valentine & Foxy Scamazon! Meanwhile: Metro Bar turns 17; Spunk at Monster turns 7; at Hardware, Laganja Estranja joins the Assassins followed by a special Jasmine Rice show with Nicky Doll; Sherry Vine at DixonContinueContinue reading “Thursday (11.14.2019)”
Wednesday (11.13.2019)
WEDNESDAY (11.13.2019): JanSport & Rosé host a new show at Industry; The Hell’s Kitchenttes return to the Beechman with a new show; House of Vogue returns to House of Yes; Ariel Versace in Cherry Hill, NJ; AHS viewing parties have finales across the city; and more. UPTOWN / BRONX TOOLBOX: Karaoke with Jackie Dupree (9pm) WEST END: LagoonaContinueContinue reading “Wednesday (11.13.2019)”
Tuesday (11.12.2019)
TUESDAY (11.12.2019): Maddelynn Hatter at Macri Park, Rosé & Zavaleta fill in for Brita at Hardware, trans open mic night & karaoke at Metro, lesbian party at 3DB, and more! UPTOWN EVO LOUNGE: Enigma Tuesdays (8pm) BOXERS WH: Karaoke with Sucia (9pm) ALIBI: Take It Back Tuesdays (9pm) SUITE: Divinity Banks (11pm) HELL’S KITCHEN HARDWARE: BritaContinueContinue reading “Tuesday (11.12.2019)”
Monday (11.11.2019)
MONDAY (11.11.2019): Miz Cracker hosts Tina Burner’s all-star birthday roast & benefit at Industry; Morgan Royel hosts a benefit for Princess Janae Place at Stonewall; Avant Garbage premieres a movie night Icon Bar; Kanga Roo & Lucy Balls stop by Metro’s country party; Billy Lykken at Don’t Tell Mama; and more! UPTOWN TOOLBOX: Charity bingoContinueContinue reading “Monday (11.11.2019)”
On Point With: Victoria Williams
Her Miss Rockbar 2020 victory may have come as a surprise to some, but this lovely and gracious performer from the same prestigious southwestern drag family as a recent RuGirl is no stranger to pageantry or wowing audiences. Victoria Williams’ reign over NYC has only just begun! Thotyssey: Hi Victoria, thanks for talking to usContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Victoria Williams”
ThotSpot: Miss Rockbar Season 4 Finale (Rockbar, 11.7.19)
Thotyssey’s column “ThotLight” reviews and reports on the big events in NYC nightlife. By Jeremy Grossman It was an incredibly suspenseful night at Rockbar on Thursday, Nov. 7 as six talented queens competed for the title of Miss Rockbar, Season 4! Following in the footsteps of previous winners Nicole Onoscopi, Coco Taylor, and Ophelia Nightbird,ContinueContinue reading “ThotSpot: Miss Rockbar Season 4 Finale (Rockbar, 11.7.19)”
Sunday (11.10.2019)
SUNDAY (11.10.2019): Aja performs for Frankie Sharp’s Dreamland at the Chelsea Dream Hotel; Battle Hymn at Flash Factory; live podcast tapings from Michael Block and Astoria Queens at Icon, and Brenda with MTHR TRSA at The Vault; a new queer sports team happy hour at Boxers Chelsea with Inita D; Nicole Onoscopi Invades Stonewall; andContinueContinue reading “Sunday (11.10.2019)”
Saturday (11.9.2019)
SATURDAY (11.8.2019): Mini Horrorwitz hosts the Miss Gay Beer pageant at C’Mon Everybody; Brenda Dharling takes over the happy hour Hardware show; Tammie Brrown at 3 Dollar Bill; Venus D’Lite at Metro; Candis Cayne & Lina Bradford’s final Beechman show; Homo Erectus Burlesque & Ari Kiki’s RIOT at Stonewall; and more! UPTOWN / BRONX BOXERSContinueContinue reading “Saturday (11.9.2019)”
Wake Up, Bitch! (11.9-10.2019)
Your guide to the weekend’s queerest brunches and early events. SATURDAY BOXERS HK : Brunch CAFETERIA (Chelsea): Brunch DEEP END (Ridgewood Qns) Brunch ELMO (Chelsea): Brunch HASWELL GREENS (HK): Brunch with Ritzy Bitz & Misty Mountains MAIZAL (Astoria): Brunch with Audrey Phoenix, Patsy InDecline & Ducky Sheaboi LA PULPERIA EAST (UES): Brunch with Nicole Onoscopi SIX 26 (JC, NJ): BrunchContinueContinue reading “Wake Up, Bitch! (11.9-10.2019)”
Friday (11.8.2019)
FRIDAY (11.8.2019): Friday nights at Macri Park now star Mocha Lite & Lilith LeFae; Candis Cayne & Lina Bradford hit the Beechman stage; HARDER at 3 Dollar Bill; Todrick Hall at the Playstation Theater; a POC burlesque showcase at Joe’s Pub hosted by Sweet Lorraine & Fox Squire; Skittles at Happyfun Hideaway; and more! UPTOWNContinueContinue reading “Friday (11.8.2019)”
Thursday (11.7.2019)
THURSDAY (11.7.2019): THOT MESS returns with a special edition: OG hosts Butchie & Marcel are together again, Marcel’s going to perform his new single, and special popup shows from Juicy Liu & Foxy Scamazon! Meanwhile: The Miss Rockbar finale; Venus D’Lite at both Queen @ Industry & a new Latin party @ The Ritz, StraightContinueContinue reading “Thursday (11.7.2019)”
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