Author Archives: thotyssey

Vote THOTYSSEY for BNA 2019!

It’s that time of year again to vote for your favorite people, places and scenes from the County of Kings for this year’s Brooklyn Nightlife Awards! We’re quite confident that we’re your only source of daily listings of Brooklyn nightlife events, and we’ve been honored to regular feature interviews with veterans and newcomers to theContinueContinue reading “Vote THOTYSSEY for BNA 2019!”

On Point With: Donna Ria

This traveling queen bring the joy of drag across the Tri-State area, showing up in some unlikely corners of region. A friend of the late great Big Ang, she’ll soon be debuting as Staten Island’s first and only weekly “RuPaul’s Drag Race” viewing party host. Feel the burn of the one and only Miss DonnaContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Donna Ria”

Sunday (3.3.2019)

SUNDAY (3.3.2019): The Annie Mae geeky kiki is back at the Rosemont, Spacebabe debuts a new show / party at Sanger Hall in LIC, Cherry Poppins and friends Invade Stonewall, a new party premiere in Jackson Heights’ True Colors, and more! UPTOWN / BRONX SOMM TIME: Game night with Charmagne Aultra (5pm) CASTRO: DJ Anarki (9pm)ContinueContinue reading “Sunday (3.3.2019)”

Bar Babe of the Month: Bernard at Boxers HK

Yes, this gorgeous Boxers pourmaster makes it werk: Bernard! Bar that I work at: Boxers HK- 50/9 How long I’ve worked there: for Boxers, over a year now; but at this location, about 8 months What are my shifts: Currently, you can catch me Tuesday- Friday all night. If I’m not bartending, I will beContinueContinue reading “Bar Babe of the Month: Bernard at Boxers HK”

Saturday (3.2.2019)

SATURDAY (3.2.2019):  Snack Theater presents DollHouse, an immersive performance starring Angelica Sundae, Rara Darling & more at Chelsea Music Hall followed by an afterparty at The Keep in Ridgewood; YAS MAMA at C’Mon Everybody; a new night at The Holler starring the Salami Sisters; legendary DJ DJ Jellybean Benitez at 3 Dollar Bill; Lady SimonContinueContinue reading “Saturday (3.2.2019)”

On Point With: The Salami Sisters

This on-and-offstage pair bring some much needed fun and camp to the Brooklyn scene, and they’re about to launch an epic new kiki at one of the borough’s favorite new / old venues. Thotyssey sits down with the true ladies who lunch, Dottie (above left) and Rose (above right) Salami! Thotyssey: Hello Salamis, thanks forContinueContinue reading “On Point With: The Salami Sisters”

Wake Up, Bitch! (3.2-3.2019)

Your guide to the weekend’s queerest brunches and early events. SATURDAY BIZARRE (BK): Brunch with King Ivy & friends BOXERS (HK): Brunch CAFETERIA (Chelsea): Brunch COWGIRL SEAHORSE (SSSeaport): 2nd Anniversary brunch with Blake Deadly plus Vinny Gaga DEEP END (Ridgewood Qns) Brunch ELMO (Chelsea): Brunch GALLO NERO (HK): TBA INTERMEZZO (Chelsea): Brunch with Tina Burner LA PULPERIA EASTContinueContinue reading “Wake Up, Bitch! (3.2-3.2019)”

Friday (3.1.2019)

FRIDAY (3.1.2019):  A trash rock party at C”Mon Everybody featuring Mini Horrorwitz, Ragamuffin & more; Heavon on Earth returns to the China Chalet; a new party at 3 Dollar Bill with DJ P_A_T & Jasmine Rice; Dorothy Bishop’s Dozen Divas at the Triad; Distorted Diznee at the Beechman; a Ladyfag BK warehouse party; and more!ContinueContinue reading “Friday (3.1.2019)”

Thursday (2.28.2019)

What’s going on before, during and after tonight’s episode of “RuPaul’s Drag Race.” THURSDAY (2.28.2019):  a new night at Boxers HK starring Kandy Muse & Digna; Merrie Cherry hosts a Black History Month show at Metro; Holly Dae’s birthday edition of QUEEN at Industry; a drag Beatles tribute at the Rosemont; Coby Koehl sings at 53ContinueContinue reading “Thursday (2.28.2019)”

Where To Watch the Drag Race Premiere

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: Madison Banks SUITE: TBA TOOLBOX:ContinueContinue reading “Where To Watch the Drag Race Premiere”

Wednesday (2.27.2019)

WEDNESDAY (2.27.2019):  Cacophony Daniels debuts a new crop of queens at Albatross’ annual Debutante Show; it’s a Madonna v. Gaga battle edition of Rise Bar’s Legend Wednesdays; Zalika Parsons & friends pay tribute to POSE at Bizarre; a “Culture of Drag” showcase hosted by Honey Davenport at Stonewall; and more! UPTOWN / BRONX TOOLBOX: KaraokeContinueContinue reading “Wednesday (2.27.2019)”

On Point With: Ata Racks

Even within the diverse Brooklyn scene, this nightmare babydoll AFAB queen had a hard time finding their niche. So in the tradition of many nightlife greats, the intense performer Ata Racks carved out a whole budding enterprise for their drag, producing events in venues as unexpected and diverse as a coffee house and a barbershop.ContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Ata Racks”

Tuesday (2.26.2019)

TUESDAY (2.26.2019): A performance / dance / drag extravaganza benefit for the Brooklyn Studios For Dance at Eris featuring Chris of Hur and several more; a new Queens for a Cause drag benefit at Suite; BEEF at Bizarre; Holly Dae hosts Gay College Tuesday at the Ritz; and more! UPTOWN EVO LOUNGE: Enigma Tuesdays (8pm)ContinueContinue reading “Tuesday (2.26.2019)”

Monday (2.25.2019)

MONDAY (2.25.2019):  The reunions of Paige Turner with Cacophony Daniels at Hardware, and Ruby Roo with Ragamuffin at Macri Park; the finale of Gayz Got Singing at Rockbar; DiDa Ritz twirls at Metro’s Hot Fruit;  The Cano, Cortez & Mejia Trio at Club Cumming; a drag show at Pete’s Candy Store in BK; and more!ContinueContinue reading “Monday (2.25.2019)”

Sunday (2.24.2019)

SUNDAY (2.24.2019): Thotyssey presents the premiere of Viva Variety at Brooklyn’s The Vault, hosted by Viva Vidalia & featuring Lilith LeFae & Vic Sin. Meanwhile there are Oscars viewing parties at Stonewall, Club Cumming, Metro, Macri Park, Nowhere, the Albatross and elsewhere! It’s Robert Valin of The Urban Bear’s birthday at Rockbar! The anniversary RosebudContinueContinue reading “Sunday (2.24.2019)”

Saturday (2.23.2019)

SATURDAY (2.23.2019): New circuit party The Room debuts at Club 51 with DJ Aron, Sweet Pussy Pauline performs at Metro, Queen Sessi & friends take over The Paper Box in BK, guys in jockstraps read from Greg Scarnici’s book at Bedlam, a drag king revue and a Ty Sunderland dance party at 3 Dollar Bill,ContinueContinue reading “Saturday (2.23.2019)”

On Point With: Mancie Mandell

Our newly crowned Miss Paradise is a longtime beloved Jersey performer who is more than deserving of “pageant queen” praise, and happy to be one as well. Meet Miss Mancie Mandell! Thotyssey: Mancie, hello! Thanks for talking to us! First off, congratulations on being crowned Miss Paradise! Mancie Mandell: Thank you so much! How doContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Mancie Mandell”

Wake Up, Bitch! (2.23-24.2019)

Your guide to the weekend’s queerest brunches and early events. SATURDAY BIZARRE (BK): Brunch with King Ivy & friends BOXERS (HK): Brunch CAFETERIA (Chelsea): Brunch THE DAKOTA (UWS): Brunch with Vivica Galactica & Whendy Whaxwood DEEP END (Ridgewood Qns) Brunch with Emi Grate ELMO (Chelsea): Brunch GALLO NERO (HK): Brunch with Logan Hardcore INTERMEZZO (Chelsea): Brunch with Tina BurnerContinueContinue reading “Wake Up, Bitch! (2.23-24.2019)”