SATURDAY (1.26.2019) Celebrated DJ Peter Napoli spins a 7 hour set at Chelsea Music Hall, the Rhythm Nation circuit party moves to Schimanski, Jasmine Masters gets Metrosensual at Metro, Witti Repartee brings a large cast of queens and singers to the Triad for a benefit showcase, Alotta McGriddles premieres a new night at the PhoenixContinueContinue reading “Saturday (1.26.2019)”
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On Point With: Nicky Boom Box
A New York bar and club DJ for six years now, North Carolina-born Nick Padron keeps the kids dancing (often joining them later in the night), and is favorite of both venue owners and drag queens (he’s the Professor of Drag Suicide, after all) across the city. Thotyssey turns up the volume for DJ NickyContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Nicky Boom Box”
Wake Up, Bitch! (1.26-27.2019)
Your guide to the weekend’s queerest brunches and early events. SATURDAY BOXERS (HK): Brunch CAFETERIA (Chelsea): Brunch DEEP END (Ridgewood Qns) Brunch / Cabaret starring Daphne Always, Emi Grate, Viva Vidalia (2pm) ELMO (Chelsea): Brunch GALLO NERO (HK): Brunch with Logan Hardcore *FINALE* INTERMEZZO (Chelsea): Brunch with Tina Burner LA PULPERIA EAST (UES): Brunch with Ritzy Bitz SUNDAY BOXERS (HK): Brunch CAFETERIAContinueContinue reading “Wake Up, Bitch! (1.26-27.2019)”
Friday (1.25.2019)
What’s happening before, during and after tonight’s episode of Drag Race. FRIDAY (1.25.2019) Newly announced Drag Race Season 11 queens Ariel Versace, Scarlet Envy, Shuga Cain & Soju turn it out at 3 Dollar Bill, while another S11 queen Honey Davenport returns to her show at Paradise along with Vivacious. Thotyssey judges Blvck Lae D’sContinueContinue reading “Friday (1.25.2019)”
Where To Watch Drag Race All-Stars Ep. 7
Here is a list of venues in NYC that will screen tonight’s episode of RuPaul’s Drag Race All-Stars, naming viewing party hosts where applicable. Showtime: 8pm. UPTOWN AT THE WALLACE: Vanna Deux &Lagoona Bloo BOXERS WH: Brita Filter HARLEM NIGHTS: Zarria Van Wales SUITE: no host TOOLBOX: Jacqueline Dupree WEST END: Miz Diamond Wigfall HELL’S KITCHENContinueContinue reading “Where To Watch Drag Race All-Stars Ep. 7”
Congrats Drag Race S11 Queens!
Congrats to our newly announced Season 11 queens! We’ve known the 3 New York based queens for a minute and are so proud of them and excited to see them on the show and explode thereafter. Here are interviews with the three New York S11 queens from earlier in their careers, as well as moreContinueContinue reading “Congrats Drag Race S11 Queens!”
Thursday (1.24.2019)
THURSDAY (1.24.2019): The long awaited production of “Cabaret” debuts at The Deep End starring Daphne Always with Emi Grate & Viva Vidalia, newly identified Drag Race Season 11 queen Shuga Cain has her weekly show at Hardware, it’s Cory Alexander’s cabaret debut at 54 Below, Joey Arias brings “Strange Fruit” to the Beechman, it’s Miguel’sContinueContinue reading “Thursday (1.24.2019)”
X-Rayed Sex: Test The Sex… Or No Marriage!?
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. I came across this picture in a Facebook friend’s post asking this question: What inspired this articleContinueContinue reading “X-Rayed Sex: Test The Sex… Or No Marriage!?”
Wednesday (1.23.2019)
Wednesday (1.23.2019): a new night of circus and drag at The Ritz via Maddelynn Hatter & Boudoir LeFleur, the annual White Elephant Silver Tusk Awards at Rockbar, Poppy’s final show at The West End, a new party at the Bryant Park Hotel, bingo with Sherry Pie at Tijuana Picnic, and more! UPTOWN / BRONX TOOLBOX:ContinueContinue reading “Wednesday (1.23.2019)”
On Point With: Pussy Willow
Astoria’s AFAB comedy queen is spreading her branches across the city, winning fans all over thanks to her colorful looks and lively performances. With a new monthly show about to premiere and several other important gigs coming up, now is the time to sit in the shade of Pussy Willow! Thotyssey: Pussy, hello! Thanks soContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Pussy Willow”
Tuesday (1.22.2019)
UPTOWN TOOLBOX: TRL with singer Carla Bordonada (8:30pm) BOXERS WH: Karaoke with Sucia (9pm) ALIBI: Take It Back Tuesdays (9pm) HELL’S KITCHEN Karaoke with Emily McNamara (10pm) HARDWARE: Brita Filter with Poppy (8pm); Pixie Aventura with Charmagne Aultra (11pm) POSH: GOGO TUESDAYS (10pm) ATLAS SOCIAL CLUB: Adonis Lounge gogo boys (10pm) THERAPY: JanSport hosts YOU TRIED IT singing competition Boudoir LeFleur,ContinueContinue reading “Tuesday (1.22.2019)”
Monday (1.21.2019)
UPTOWN BIG APPLE CIRCUS @ LINCOLN CENTER: Soirée Enchantée circus variety show hosted by Kiko Soirée (8:30pm) TOOLBOX: Charity bingo (9pm) SUITE: Glam Gavin’s karaoke (10pm) BOXERS WH: Latin night with Chachita (10pm) HELL’S KITCHEN POSH: DJ Xavier Mazara (9pm) HARDWARE: Cacophony Daniels & Paige Turner (10pm) THERAPY: Marti Gould Cummings hosts STAGE FRIGHT with Eden Espinosa (10pm) RITZ: DJ JohnContinueContinue reading “Monday (1.21.2019)”
Sunday (1.20.2019)
UPTOWN / BRONX BIG APPLE CIRCUS (LINCOLN CENTER): Featuring Derrick Barry (4pm) SOMM TIME: Game night with Charmagne Aultra (5pm) BOXERS WH: TGIS dance party (7pm) ALIBI: MLK underwear party (8pm) CASTRO: DJ Anarki (9pm) HELL’S KITCHEN BARRAGE: FIESTA LATINA – Pedro’s birthday (5pm) BEECHMAN: Ginger Minj: Happy New Queer! (7pm) HARDWARE: Brita Filter & Jasmine Rice (7pm); JanContinueContinue reading “Sunday (1.20.2019)”
Saturday (1.19.2019)
UPTOWN BOXERS WH: Zarria Van Wales & DJ Nesto (11pm) SUITE: Octavia Anyae (11:30pm) HELL’S KITCHEN BOXERS HK: Poker with Butch Cordera (6:30pm); CAFE CON CREMA Latin dance party (10pm) BEECHMAN: Ginger Minj: Happy New Queer! (7pm) HARDWARE: Tina Burner (7pm); DJ 2Face with Ruby Roo & Lagoona Bloo Viva Vidalia (10pm) LUCKY CHENGS @ STAGE 48: Andora Tetee (8pm)ContinueContinue reading “Saturday (1.19.2019)”
Wake Up, Bitch! (1.19-20.2019)
Your guide to the weekend’s queerest brunches and early events. SATURDAY BAR NINE (HK): Standup comedy / drag brunch feat. Miss Ogeny with Adele Computer, VIX, Boyish Charm & more BIZARRE (BK): Brunch with Tyler Ashley & Charlene. BOXERS (HK): Brunch CAFETERIA (Chelsea): Brunch DEEP END (Ridgewood Qns) Brunch ELMO (Chelsea): Brunch GALLO NERO (HK): TBA INTERMEZZO (Chelsea): Brunch with Tina Burner LA PULPERIAContinueContinue reading “Wake Up, Bitch! (1.19-20.2019)”
Friday (1.17.2019)
What’s happening before, during and after tonight’s episode of Drag Race. UPTOWN CASTRO:Latin party (10pm) BOXERS WH: Kizha Carr (11pm) SUITE: Brenda Dharling & Pattaya Hart (midnight) HELL’S KITCHEN BEECHMAN: Ginger Minj: Happy New Queer! (7pm); Distorted Diznee starring Holly Dae, Pixie Aventura, Brenda Dharling & Bootsie LeFaris (10pm) LUCKY CHENGS @ STAGE 48: A Matter of Pride Wrestling event feat. Martyr, ContinueContinue reading “Friday (1.17.2019)”
Where to Watch Drag Race All-Stars Ep. 5
Here is a list of venues in NYC that will screen tonight’s episode of RuPaul’s Drag Race All-Stars, naming viewing party hosts where applicable. Showtime: 8pm. UPTOWN AT THE WALLACE: Vanna Deux & Lagoona Bloo BOXERS WH: Brita Filter HARLEM NIGHTS: Zarria Van Wales SUITE: no host TOOLBOX: Jacqueline Dupree WEST END: Miz Diamond Wigfall HELL’S KITCHENContinueContinue reading “Where to Watch Drag Race All-Stars Ep. 5”
Thursday (1.17.2019)
UPTOWN BOXERS WH: EL FLOW Latin party (9pm) WEST END: Selma Nilla (9pm); The Ultimate Drag Pageant (10pm) CASTRO: TURN UP THURSDAYS (10pm) GIN FIZZ: THIRSTY THURSDAY urban party (10pm) TOOLBOX: Vinny Vega (11pm) HELL’S KITCHEN HARDWARE: Shuga Cain with Viva Vidalia (7pm); Shequida with ShekneadThisGig & Crystal Comedowns (11:30pm) VSBU: Phillip Henry (9pm); Chaka Khanvict (11pm) POSH: DJ Nandi (9pm)ContinueContinue reading “Thursday (1.17.2019)”
On Point With: Zavaleta
With only six months of drag under her belt, this baby queen is already making a strong impression on drag fans and career nightlifers alike thanks to her narrative, dramatic and sexy performances. She’s about to become part of one of the city’s biggest weekly shows, and is partaking in not one but two popularContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Zavaleta”
Wednesday (1.16.2019)
UPTOWN / BRONX TOOLBOX: Karaoke with Jackie Dupree (9pm) CASTRO: BARRIO WEDNESDAYS (10pm) WEST END: Lagoona Bloo Pussy Willow (9pm) HELL’S KITCHEN HARDWARE: Schitt’s Creek viewing party with Rosé (9pm); Skye Walker, DD Fuego & Lemon (10m) VSBU: Karaoke with Adriana Trenta (9pm) BOXERS HK: Karaoke with Viva Vidalia (9pm) ATLAS SOCIAL CLUB: Men of Adonis Lounge (10pm) POSH: DJContinueContinue reading “Wednesday (1.16.2019)”
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