Category Archives: On Point With

The Russian-born avant garde multimedia artist is lending his talent to a good cause this weekend. Thotyssey: Hello Matvey, thanks for chatting with us on this gorgeous day! Are you ready to box up all your winter crap, lol? Matvey Cherry: No, I am not. I hate summer! Winter is my favorite time of theContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Matvey Cherry”

Known originally as a brilliant photographer and makeup artist amongst the denizens on Brooklyn nightlife, Jay Kay now takes center stage as a dynamic drag performer and winner of a major competition. Thotyssey: Hey Jay Kay! Belated congrats on winning the first ever cycle of “Bitch Fest” back in February, which was a month longContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Jay Kay”

Born in Ukraine, model and photographer Sergey Sheptun must witness helplessly as his home country, family and friends whether a truly dire situation. What can the NYC queer nightlife community do to help? [Cover photo: @bluephotonyc] Thotyssey: Hello Sergey, thanks so much for finding time to talk to us today. I know these are incrediblyContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Sergey Sheptun”

Representing a new generation of gender fluid and progressive drag performers, Gray Aria is becoming a nightlife star of open stages, competitions and featured billings. Once homeless and gigging cross country, the future is now bright for this exciting New York trailblazer! Thotyssey: Hello Gray, thanks for chatting with us today! How was your week?ContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Gray Aria”

A veteran of New Jersey drag and pageantry and the hostess of the state’s only weekly drag competition, Cee’Mour Cox reflects on her life and career while preparing for a huge birthday kiki this week. Thotyssey: Hello Cee’mour, thanks for chatting with us today! So it’s been a bit of time already since the MissContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Cee’Mour Cox”

A model and drag queen with a background in musical theater, Cherry Jaymes is rapidly becoming a force of Brooklyn Black trans nightlife excellence to behold. [Cover photo: Niamh] Thotyssey: Hello Cherry, thanks so much for talking to us today! We are in crazy times, but all in all how has your week been soContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Cherry Jaymes”

This gorgeous and multi-faceted artist, model and drag queen just won the crown for the epic “Are You the Ultimate Diva” pageant in Brooklyn. Warhola Pop chats with Thotyssey about what it took for her to win, how her heritage, Brooklyn and Andy Warhol helped shape her own vision, and how a fellow Puerto RicanContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Warhola Pop”

Equal parts renown classical composer and a popular DJ in the NYC nightlife scene, Gilbert Galindo aka DJ Galindo aka Casa de Galindo continues to make strides in both worlds. Thotyssey: Hello DJ Galindo! Thank you for chatting with us today! So it’s Wednesday already, how has your week been so far? Casa de Galindo:ContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Casa de Galindo”

This relative newcomer made some huge life altering decisions that put her at the head of her drag class… make way for the victory march of Valedictorian! Thotyssey: Hello Valedictorian! So based on your name and a recent drag look you’ve created for your Insta, I was wondering what your thoughts were on current DragContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Valedictorian”

A queen on the rise with a new show and a strong message… it’s Rockbar’s Harriet Tugsmen! Thotyssey: Hello Harriet! Thanks for chatting with us today! How was your week? Harriet Tugsmen: This week has been amazing; it’s been a lot of preparation for our new monthly show “Unfriendly Black Hotties” at Rockbar. I’m currentlyContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Harriet Tugsmen”

A busy makeup artist by day, this Jersey Girl is about to do her Florida drag family proud by entering one of her own state’s most popular pageants. All eyes are on Crystal Envy! Thotyssey: Hello Ms. Crystal, thanks for chatting with us today! Crystal Envy: Hey Thotyssey, of course! I’m super exited for this!ContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Crystal Envy”

A “QuaranQueen” turned Miss Rockbar wildcard and finalist, Ivory Snow is now a bona fide live show hostess! Thotyssey: Yo, Ms. Snow! How’s your week been so far? Ivory Snow: Hi! My week has been pretty busy… now I’m gearing up for tonight’s “Mother” completion at Hush. Ah, that’s a fun one! Have you basicallyContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Ivory Snow”

As she prepares for both the Lady Liberty season finale and a co-headlining stage show, ‘NYC’s Disabled Queen” Stella Rise proves to all just what an unstoppable force she is. Thotyssey: Hello, Stella! We’re in Strange Weather Times, with a warm Saturday and a snowy Sunday! How are you holding up? Stella Rise: I’m doingContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Stella Rise”

Relatively new to the drag scene but already in the spotlight, the Haus of Cummings’ Bianca Star is truly living up to her name. Thotyssey: Hello Ms. Star! I saw that you were at Inita D and Spindarella’s show at The Q on Wednesday night. How did it go? Bianca Star: It was so good! They’reContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Bianca Star”

After some two decades on the scene, Ernest Maisonet aka DJ Nesto is getting new gigs and becoming even more of a force in NYC nightlife. Thotyssey: Hello DJ Nesto, thanks for chatting today! How’s your week been so far? DJ Nesto: Not too bad! Was just here putting the finishing touch for my nextContinueContinue reading “On Point With: DJ Nesto”

One half of the recent GLAM-nominated drag duo The Covergworls that emerged as a fan favorite pandemic-era act, South Carolina native Tré Way aka Mo’Riah also has a few upcoming shows of her own to slay the children with. Thotyssey: Hello, Mo’Riah! How have you been enjoying February so far? Mo’Riah: So far it’s beenContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Mo’Riah”

Queer local indie filmmaker AJ Mattioli, who brought us “Killer Unicorn” and other gems, has a new project in the works… and you can help make it happen! [Cover photo: Danny Gucci] Thotyssey: Hello AJ! Happy February! You’ve got a lot going on… are these times fun, or stressful!? AJ Mattioli: I drive on stress…ContinueContinue reading “On Point With: AJ Mattioli”

A tride and true Escuelita queen, Kelly KaBoom is now keeping the Bronx LIT thanks to her popular showcase at the borough’s newest (and only) queer venue. Thotyssey: Hiya Miss KaBoom, thanks for chatting and welcome to February! How did January treat you? Kelly KaBoom: A little rocky! I started the new year off rightContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Kelly KaBoom”

This year’s GLAM winner for Best Gogo Boy is enjoyed by porn fans everywhere, and is also a true nightlife power player behind the scenes… congrats Xavier Blanco! [Cover photo: Sergey Sheptun] Thotyssey: Hello Xavier, thanks so much for chatting with us today! First of all, congrats on your GLAM win for Best Gogo Boy!ContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Xavier Blanco”

From college poetry slams to the Ultimate Drag Pageant to a Broadway-in-Brooklyn revue, Arya Klos’ drag journey has been truly unique. Thotyssey: Hello Arya, thanks for chatting with us today! So, how was your first month of 2022? It’s been a fun start for sure… I entered the year with a new weekly show thatContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Arya Klos”