Your current reigning Mr. RockBear returns to the venue that sashed him this weekend to host a super sexy affair. Thotyssey goes to the dark side with Gaymer Extraordinaire and sexy Bear Bae Kory “Darker Link” Harmon! Thotyssey: Hello, Kory! So, I understand you just came back from a photo shoot. Darker Link: It wasContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Darker Link”
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On Point With: Free
The journey from pointes to stilettos has been a long and storied one for this performer, who despite being a part of NYC nightlife for over a decade is still very much a new drag queen. Alfredo Solivan chats with Thotyssey about his ballet roots, working in bars, befriending Bob the Drag Queen, quitting oneContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Free”
On Point With: Richard Cortez
Nothing can seem less likely in 2019 than a classic jazz quartet being warmly received in today’s NYC gay bars, where if five minutes go by without an Ariana song the kids get antsy and bored. Well, maybe the kids are really just aching for something old and something new. And maybe it doesn’t hurtContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Richard Cortez”
On Point With: LaBelle
Actor, dancer, makeup artist and fashionista, this queen is one pf the most visible and entertaining representatives of the new wave of drag sweeping over Long Island. LaBelle and Thotyssey dish on the LI scene, the Met Gala, “The Cher Show,” “Drag Race,” how she got here and where she’s taking us/ Thotyssey: Hi, LaBelle!ContinueContinue reading “On Point With: LaBelle”
On Point With: Junior Mint
A true standout amid the crop of new performers emerging now in Brooklyn, this queen is gagging the children with unique performances and lewks, and has already begun producing their own showcases. Please tie balloons to your hair as you prepare to gobble up this sweetly refreshing Junior Mint! Thotyssey: Hey, Junior! So, the BrooklynContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Junior Mint”
Friday (4.26.2019)
FRIDAY (4.26.2019): The Mr(s) BK pageant finale at 3 Dollar Bill; Dezi 5performs at the Bitter End; Ceremony house music party at Schimanski; Jon Ali spins a Kylie / Carly worshipfest at SoHo House; Papi Juice at Elsewhere; Heaven on Earth at China Chalet; and more! UPTOWN / BRONX CASTRO: Latin party (10pm) BOXERS WH:ContinueContinue reading “Friday (4.26.2019)”
On Point With: Dreamboi
Coming into prominence firstly as a Soundcloud music maker, the artist known as Dreamboi emerged onto the Brooklyn nightlife scene giving us all the lewks, beats and drama our bodies could stand both on the stage and within the DJ booth. And now a Brooklyn Nightlife Award nominee as well as a MR(S) BK pageantContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Dreamboi”
On Point With: Lady Quesa’Dilla
Here’s an OG Brooklyn queen whose vibrant personality is as large and lovely as her Perfidia wigs, and who infuses warmth, humor, culture, glamour and truth into all her stage moments. From El Paso to Bushwick and beyond, the mother of the drag House of JEM (named after her mentor, the late Cuban American academicContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Lady Quesa’Dilla”
On Point With: Skye Walker
Fan favorite Manhattan bartender Luke Fontana is now a rising star in drag, giving us stoner geek realness and pop princess fantasy. Currently, she’s co-hosting a weekly show at one of the city’s most popular drag bars… could a pageant crown be next? Thotyssey discovers that the force is strong in Miss Skye Walker! Thotyssey:ContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Skye Walker”
On Point With: Kia Karr
This hairstylist and karaoke enthusiast realized her full drag fantasy fairly recently, and is currently the host of Jersey City’s only queer karaoke night. On the eve of her bittersweet NYC hosting debut — a benefit for a fallen member of her Boots & Saddle bar family — Miss Kia Karr is ready to ride. ContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Kia Karr”
On Point With: Lemon Chiffon
This Wonder from Down Under is currently blowing up Brooklyn with high energy, hilarious numbers, and she’s about to make her Manhattan debut for a Thotyssey production in the city’s most legendary venue. Lemon Chiffon chats with Thotyssey about growing up fabulous in small town Australia, fashion, beards, broken toes, and having nightlife’s most beautiful butthole. Thotyssey:ContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Lemon Chiffon”
On Point With: Nicky Ottav
Artist, fashion designer, pop culturalist, club kid, drag queen, social media personality and meme star… this multifaceted creative has helped shape the nightlife scene in many ways over the years. After a short break from the biz, he’s back with a vengeance. His name is Nicky Ottav… look it up! Thotyssey: Nicky, hello! Thanks forContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Nicky Ottav”
On Point With: Kiki Ball-Change
Kiki’ing with Thotyssey about her legendary drag mom, “Baby Shark,” “The Music Man,” the current state of Broadway, her cooking show and her recent Ultimate Drag Pageant win… it’s the one and only Kiki Ball-Change! Thotyssey: Kiki, Hellurrrrr! Thanks for chatting with us today! Kiki Ball-Change: *in Miss Vanjie’s voice* Hello, hello, hello Kristine! So,ContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Kiki Ball-Change”
On Point With: Dan Darlington
A longtime favorite of the circuit scene, this globe-trotting DJ and event producer returns to NYC for a few more editions of the epic manfest BRUT, as well as a party of his own in Chelsea. Get into the phat beats and thick fur of our darling Dan Darlington! Thotyssey: Dan, hello! You were justContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Dan Darlington”
On Point With: Novaczar
This compelling newbie New Yorker with a style all her own is working her way under the skin and into the minds and hearts of NYC drag. After nearly countless bar show guest appearances and competition packages, she finally has a showcase to present a talent that is both unique and timeless. Let’s fly royallyContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Novaczar”
On Point With: Xunami Muse
This young Panama-born queen is already making impressions on the scene with winning looks and performances, a web series on the way and a famous drag mom in the wings. Get ready as drag alchemist Xunami Muse makes waves! Thotyssey: Ms. Muse, hello and thanks for chatting with us! How was your weekend? Xunami Muse:ContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Xunami Muse”
RePoint: Daphne Always
Much has changed in the life of this beloved nightlife performer since we last spoke: a new home base, a lead role in a musical, an upcoming showcase at a major NYC venue, and a whole new name to match a whole new life. Farewell Daphne Sumtimez, hello Daphne Always! Thotyssey: Daphne, hello! Happy, um,ContinueContinue reading “RePoint: Daphne Always”
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”
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”
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”
