Dancer, gogo boy, circuit queen, bartender, budding novelist and host of Thotyssey’s new twice-a-month kiki Thot Mess at Rebar, young Butchie Gamble is a sexy and smart rising star in nightlife and beyond. And now it’s time for us to bust his interview cherry! Thotyssey: Butchie, hello! Thanks for chatting with us today! How wasContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Butchie Gamble”
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On Point With: Tess Tickles
One of the fierce tribe of Westchester drag queens keeping the county’s scene alive despite the odds, Tess Tickles is keeping it real and making things happen. Thotyssey: Tess, hello! Thanks for talking to us today! I caught you Friday performing at Maddelynn Hatter’s new drag competition Open Call at the Ritz! You were her guest, since youContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Tess Tickles”
On Point With: Mariano Rubin de Celis
Art direction maestro for photoshoots and film sets by day and glorious gogo boy by night, Argentinian Adonis Mariano Rubin de Celis keeps our imagination running wild 24/7! Thotyssey: Mariano, thanks for talking to us today! So, much of your summer has been spent dancing at the DWorld underwear party at the Ice Palace… howContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Mariano Rubin de Celis”
On Point With: Joseph Macchia
[Photo: Get Out Magazine] Being an award-winning leatherman isn’t always about kink. It’s more likely about standing out in the leather community as a caring, thinking person, which Mr. Eagle 2018 Joseph Macchia does in spades! Thotyssey catches up with the event producer, health activist and title holder to discuss these final remaining momentsContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Joseph Macchia”
On Point With: Ricardo Tavares
This Brazilian boy came into New York nightlife during the glory days of the scene. Today he’s at the helm of HARDER, a kiki that’s equal parts old school kinky and new new school kooky… and fans can’t wait for the new season to debut at its new home this weekend! Thotyssey gets HARD withContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Ricardo Tavares”
On Point With: Jesse Luttrell
A classy crooner with a postmodern edge, Jesse Luttrell ignites the city’s cabaret stages and electrifies his cult fandom with panache and power chords. And now he has a brand new video for you! Mr. Luttrell reminds Thotyssey why we are all Jesse’s gurls. Thotyssey: Jesse, thanks for talking to us today! Autumn is nearlyContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Jesse Luttrell”
On Point With: Darlinda Just Darlinda
A veteran burlesquer, dancer and performance artist, Darlinda Just Darlinda continues to make her mark in nightlife and the arts world at large. On the eve of the premiere of her new project, DJD gives us the scoop on what this is, where’s she’s been and where she’s going! Thotyssey: Hey Darlinda! I was wonderingContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Darlinda Just Darlinda”
On Point With: Pinwheel Pinwheel
This colorful spinning object has become one of Brooklyn drag’s most important fashion designers, and is a beautifully batshit performer in her own right. Debuting her new show at Macri Park on Thursday before slaying the Bushwig stage this weekend, it’s the queen with the name that bears repeating: Pinwheel Pinwheel! Thotyssey: Pinwheel Pinwheel, hello!ContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Pinwheel Pinwheel”
On Point With: Wednesday Westwood
Given that she’s boasting some of the most dynamic makeup and costume looks in the business–and a killer showmanship on top of it all–NYC is blessed to have Rochester’s finest come through as often as she does. This week leading up to Bushwig, there will be many chances to catch this bona fide star. NamedContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Wednesday Westwood”
On Point With: Peaches Christ
A trailblazer of San Francisco drag and a prolific director of stage and screen horror-camp to boot, Peaches Christ is one of those nightlife warriors that have shaped (and continues to shape!) our culture. On the eve of her performance in the New York revival of the Wigstock festival, Thotyssey is honored to take inContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Peaches Christ”
On Point With: Heklina
Few can brag true legendary drag status on the American West Coast more than Iceland-born Heklina (named, fittingly, after a volcano). Her brilliantly batshit, camp-comedic performances combined with her creation of the long-running, multi-queen showcase Trannyshack (later revamped as Mother) have been essential in defining what San Francisco drag is today. Thotyssey is honored toContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Heklina”
On Point With: Mary Con
[photo: @jay.kay.bro] In just a short time, this comedy queen has become a rising star of Brooklyn nightlife. Make way for Mary Con as she readies for Razor 5000, Bushwig and beyond! Thotyssey: Mary, hello! Thanks for chatting with us today! Mary Con: Hi ya! Thank you for having me. Tell us how your summer hasContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Mary Con”
On Point With: Fool’isha
Dusty Ray Bottoms’ drag daughter has an interesting pedigree and a unique approach to the craft of drag, which makes her a force to be reckoned with in all the boroughs and beyond. Get your fill of Fool’isha as she prepares to partake in one of the city’s most important and high profile drag competitions:ContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Fool’isha”
On Point With: DJ Reaubert
Spinning in the city for a little over a year now, this DJ is having a pretty great 2018. Now giving life to more and more dancefloors, it’s a good time to get to know DJ Reaubert! Thotyssey: Hey Mr. DJ! Thanks for chatting with us tonight. You’re having a busy summer! DJ Reaubert: HiContinueContinue reading “On Point With: DJ Reaubert”
On Point With: Martyr
Whether she’s turning it in the Upper West Side with a drawn-on beard or making the Brooklyn children weep with a melancholy dirge, drag vampire Martyr is rapidly becoming a nightlife presence we’ll all be kneeling to soon enough! Thotyssey: Martyr, hello! So today isn’t nearly as gross and sweaty as recent days, which remindsContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Martyr”
On Point With: Beardonna
The beariest Madonna impersonator in New York, Beardonna is bringing her signature character to Madonna Worship at Stonewall this weekend. Watch her on YouTube, catch her monthly show in Nyack, and read her exclusive interview right here! Thotyssey: Hi Beardonna! Thanks for chatting! So, summer’s nearly over already… how has yours been? Beardonna: Hi Jim!ContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Beardonna”
On Point With: Kiko Soirée
Quirky comedian Jon Wan donned drag for the first time as part of the surreal duo “Kiko & Tuna,” and soon enough Kiko Soirée was coming to slay at gigs all over the city. She’s best known as the host of the monthly “A+ Pan-Asian Revue” at the Monster, and she’s just won the first preliminary roundContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Kiko Soirée”
On Point With: Tiffany Anne Coke
One half of a popular drag duo that’s taking over the city by a storm of jazz hands, Tiffany Anne Coke is first in line(s) for your affection! Thotyssey: Tiffany, wazzup? So you and your on-and-off stage partner Carlos the Uber Driver are brunch queens now! How did it go on Sunday? Tiffany Anne Coke: OMGContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Tiffany Anne Coke”
On Point With: Chandilier
Known for her dry wit, rich baritone, all-out camp presentation and sheer towering size (she’s arguably the city’s tallest queen at 6′9′’), this veteran lady of Lips Drag Restaurant serves you much more than just dinner and brunch. Get your whole life from this fancy Chandilier! Thotyssey: Chandi, greetings! Thanks for talking to us! SoContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Chandilier”
On Point With: Magdalena Femanon
Sporting club looks that are equal parts darkly dramatic and campy, this Lady of the Haus of Femanon strikes a towering, memorable figure as she vamps across the dancefloor on stilts. An actress of stage and screen and a performance artist across all media, there are few people in the city’s nightlife more compelling thanContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Magdalena Femanon”
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