Category Archives: On Point With

This beauty (AND brain!) from the Haus of Westwood is now one of the Glam Awards’ first ever Best Party Host nominees: Ms. Vera Lee! Thotyssey: Vera, hello! Happy holidays! How are they treating you so far? Vera Lee Westwood: Hi! Happy holidays to you! I’m grateful to be able to spend the holidays withContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Vera Lee Westwood”

From OG Foundress of Brooklyn Drag to “RuPaul’s Drag Race” breakout star (Season 8 in 2016) and All-Star (Season 3 in 2018) to Thorchestra classical violinist to “Dragnificent” life coach to touring queen of City Winery… Thorgy Thor is the absolute authority on everything, and she’ll be back in NYC for a special show onContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Thorgy Thor”

This dancer, choreographer and Best Gogo Boy Glam Award nominee (for the second year in a row) has got a lot going on at the end of 2024 and into next year, from gigs all over town to Virgin Cruise shows to a highly anticipated J-Lo film: Gabrièl Reyes! Thotyssey: Gabrièl, hello! How has theContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Gabrièl Reyes”

Benedick the Bastard is the campy Krampus for your festive kiki, and a recent Pantheon contender to boot. Thotyssey: Benedick, hello! Happy holidays! As someone who seems to be at least Krampus-adjacent in your drag looks, is this a fun and festive time for you? Benedick the Bastard: It absolutely is. I’m Jewish, and thusContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Benedick the Bastard”

The resident DJ for two big Janelle No. 5 events in NYC, Jaceound is a first time Glam Award nominee this year. Thotyssey: Hi Jace! How is your holiday month treating you so far? Jaceound: Hey! Holiday month is going good so far–spending time with friends and DJing, so I’d say 10/10. That’s a goodContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Jaceound”

Living life epically and turning out the kiki fiercely, first time Glam nominee (for a first time category) The Willyan is a New York nightlifer and fashionista you definitely need to know. Thotyssey: Hello Willyan, thanks for talking to us! So we are about halfway to the Holidays now… are you filled with the ChristmasContinueContinue reading “On Point With: The Willyan”

From film student to rising New York drag star, Haus of Zawtuhs’ Lolita Starr is shining brighter and brighter. [Cover photo: Leyda Luz] Thotyssey: Lolita, hello! Have you started, or finished, or your holiday shopping yet lol? Lolita Starr: Hey! Thank you for having me, and no I have not started at all. I’m alwaysContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Lolita Starr”

RuPaul’s Drag Race released their traditional “Meet The Queens” video yesterday, announcing the cast of competitors for their upcoming seventeenth season (although as always, fan speculation identified them months ago). This season will feature only one New York-based queen and one New Jersey girl, as well as a former New Yorker. You can revisit Thotyssey’sContinueContinue reading “Drag Race S17 Cast Announced!”

Teasing the holiday season with Andie Sleaze, a Brooklyn drag star on the come-up! [Cover photo: Ryan Kell.] Thotyssey: Andie, hello! How was your Thanksgiving? Andie Sleaze: Hey Thotyssey, thanks for having me! It’s been a little slow this week in the Sleaziverse… I was stuck at home under the weather, so I missed aContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Andie Sleaze”

Recently GLAM nominated for Best Scene Queen and new category Best Party Host, Bronx-born Brooklyn nightlifer SAWC is ending 2024 on a particularly tasty note. Also, meet his alter ego Shibi! [Cover photo: Mambiché] Thotyssey: Hello SAWC! How was your Thanksgiving? SAWC: Pretty great! I got to spend time with my blood family and myContinueContinue reading “On Point With: SAWC”

There are no words more overused in drag and nightlife than “legend” and “iconic,” but in this case there are just no better words to use. Joey Arias (aka Justine) has been a dynamic and popular figure in the New York nightlife scene since the late 70s, known for fierce punk rock vibes and incredibleContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Joey Arias”

Back in town for shows and song drops following a tour: NYC queer indie recording artist J-LINE! Thotyssey: J-LINE, hello! Thanks for chatting with us! I understand that you’ve been touring and were recently in Canada… how did that go? J-LINE: I love touring in Canada. We played Montreal and Toronto, and I try toContinueContinue reading “On Point With: J-LINE”

In December, this showgirl on the rise is conquering the Sandy Jacks stage: Afrosephone Applegate! [Cover photo: @photochase_nyc] Thotyssey: Miss Afrosephonie, hello! So we are of course all in wild times, but at least there is the holiday season to mix things up. Are you looking forward to that? Afrosephone Applegate: Thank you for invitingContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Afrosephone Applegate”

If you like your Christmas drag with a nerdy edge, look no further… Joi Ryder is hanging the holly with The Outhaus as they prepare their premiere family showcase in Brooklyn this week! [Cover photo: AJ Jordan] Thotyssey: Joi, hello! So these are strange times to say the least, but the holidays are coming nonetheless.ContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Joi Ryder”

NYC’s sexiest big boys, their allies and admirers are rocking out to the beats of DJ Noble Bear! Thotyssey: Noble Bear, hello! Thanks for chatting today! Current events aside (💀), how are you doing as we head into holiday season? Noble Bear: Pretty good… can’t complain, but worried about the future. I’m happy to atContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Noble Bear”

One of “RuPaul’s Drag Race’s” most stage friendly comedy theater queens and a true LGBTQ activist, Columbus, OH’s Nina West (Season 11 in 2019, All Stars Season 9 in 2024) is on the holiday road this season… with a NYC stop this month! Thotyssey: Nina, hello! I wanted to first off ask about your recentContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Nina West”

We need a little Christmas, right this very minute… cue Dina Martina! The festive eccentric brings a lack of reason to the season when she returns to town later this month with a (truly) unforgettable holiday experience for all. Thotyssey: Hello Dina, thanks so much for talking to us today! How was your Halloween? DidContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Dina Martina”

The New York by way of Texas model, dancer and very new-to-the-scene House DJ is gonna be leading us through some much needed, blissful sonic escapism in may local venues this season: let’s ram out to Thee Aries! Thotyssey: Aries, hello! Thanks for chatting today! How was your Halloween Extended Weekend? Thee Aries: Hi, Thotyssey!ContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Thee Aries”

The popular “RuPaul’s Drag Race” Season 11 finalist and host of spin-off “Canada’s Drag Race” (Season 5 premieres November 21st), Brooke Lynn Hytes is preparing a return to NYC for a very special holiday show… alongside some fierce collegues! Thotyssey: Hi Brooke, thanks for finding time to chat with us today! OMG, Canada’s Drag Race,ContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Brooke Lynn Hytes”

A horned hairstylist and Jersey / New York drag queen on the come-up, Diosa Aurora Oso prepares to slay the Mx. Rockbar semifinals! [Cover photo: LouGo Photography] Thotyssey: Diosa, hello! How was your Halloween? Diosa Aurora Oso: Diva! Halloween was so fun! I partied in Brooklyn as Mileena with some friends, and danced my assContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Diosa Aurora Oso”