This wise, wistful woman of The West End is about to get some major work done... on her first weekly drag show, that is! Thotyssey gets to know the comely comedienne Corma Kelley. Thotyssey: Hello Corna! So, it’s been several weeks now since you hosted the Oscars viewing party at The West End, but IContinue reading "On Point With: Corma Kelley"
Tuesday (2.25.2020)
TUESDAY (2.25.2020): Vivica Galactica hosts an uplifting revue at Stonewall; the finale of Corma Kelley's "Zoo Bee Zoo Bee Zoo" at the West End; Nico Gonzalez's open mic at The Toolbox is now weekly; Dezi 5 hosts a new night at Nowhere; Pissi Myles fills in at Hardware; and more! UPTOWN EVO LOUNGE: Enigma TuesdaysContinue reading "Tuesday (2.25.2020)"
On Point With: Stella Luna
Emerging seemingly out of the blue to become one of Jersey's most successful drag hostesses, Six26's Stella Luna shares with Thotyssey the secrets of her success... as we all prepare for the gauntlet that is Season 12 of "RuPaul's Drag Race." Thotyssey: Hello Stella, how are you? Stella Luna: I’m great! Just getting back toContinue reading "On Point With: Stella Luna"
Monday (2.24.2020)
MONDAY (2.24..2020): Leg Up on Life's epic "Night of Life" dance showcase & benefit for The Trevor Project returns to Sony Hall; Jiggly Caliente & friends join Kizha Carr at Barracuda; new show premieres from Adriana Trenta (karaoke at Bar None), Lady Bearica Andrews (bingo at The Footlight) & CoCo De'Ball (a monthly at Feathers);Continue reading "Monday (2.24.2020)"
Sunday (2.23.2020)
SUNDAY (2.23.2020): double feature at the Vault: Thotyssey's "Viva & a Diva" starring Viva Vidalia & Lady Bearica Andrews, plus Blvk Lae D.'s all-star "Reparations!" Meanwhile: Megan Thee Stallion at Avant Gardner; Peppermint with Frankie Sharp at the Dream Hotel; Neon Calypso's birthday at a soft opening for Pink Metal in Brooklyn; a benefit forContinue reading "Sunday (2.23.2020)"
Saturday (2.22.2020)
SATURDAY (2.22.2020): Nicky Doll joins the cast of Fake Nudes at The Rosemont; pornstar Seth Knight at ReBar; Alexis Michelle, Dusty Ray Bottoms & Sherry Pie at the Albatross; West Dakota at Club Cumming & Macri Park; a Caribbean Equality Project showcase in Jamaica, Queens; a Eurovision party at Rockbar; and more! UPTOWN / BRONXContinue reading "Saturday (2.22.2020)"
On Point With: Paris L’Hommie
A relative newcomer to NYC bar drag, this makeup artist, dancer and duchess of genderfuck is giving us face, movement and beauty. Whether we're finding her in the competition circuit or a guest spot or a benefit today, her path to stardom is clear! [Cover photo: Mia Isabella] Thotyssey: Bonjour Paris, thanks for chatting withContinue reading "On Point With: Paris L’Hommie"
Wake Up, Bitch! (2.22-23.2020)
Your guide to the weekend’s queerest brunches and early events. SATURDAY BOXERS HK : Brunch CARA MIA (HK): Brunch with Tiffany Anne Coke DEEP END (Ridgewood Qns) Brunch ELIZA'S LOCAL (EV): Brunch with Frida Cox & Zelemiri ELMO (Chelsea): Brunch HASWELL GREENS (HK): Brunch with Ritzy Bitz Hibiscus LA PULPERIA EAST (UES): Brunch with Nicole OnoscopiContinue reading "Wake Up, Bitch! (2.22-23.2020)"
Friday (2.21.2020)
FRIDAY (2.21.2020): Aja at The Playhouse; Ariel Versace at Bay Market Kitchen; Ms. Pak-Man & Distorted Diznee at The Beechman; Audrey Phoenix & Coco Taylor at Therapy; a Brooklyn invasion of The Ritz; Cabaret for a Cause at The Delancey; Scandalo at Black Flamingo; a new Castrata solo show at Don't Tell Mama; Kay DayContinue reading "Friday (2.21.2020)"
Thursday (2.20.2020)
THURSDAY (2.20.2020): Paige Turner hosts a special edition of Thotyssey's THOT MESS at Rebar! Meanwhile: the Dragnet competition returns to Metro; Seattle's Ms Pak-Man brings her stage show to the Beechman; Silver Dream Factory at 3DB features Ty Sunderland & Nicky Ottav; B Train at Sycamore; QUEEN @ Industry pays tribute to Black History Month;Continue reading "Thursday (2.20.2020)"
ThotSpot: Oh Yes! With Boyish Charm, Jubilee, Blue, and Roqué (2.15.20, Boxers Washington Heights)
Thotyssey’s column “ThotLight” reviews and reports on the big events in NYC nightlife. By Jeremy Grossman "I don’t care if you guys are laughing with us or you’re laughing at us. If you come here once, you’re part of our family." This sense of "family" is what makes the trip to Boxers Washington Heights worthContinue reading "ThotSpot: Oh Yes! With Boyish Charm, Jubilee, Blue, and Roqué (2.15.20, Boxers Washington Heights)"
Wednesday (2.19.2020)
WEDNESDAY (2.19.2020): At Rockbar, it's Crystal Hart's now-weekly show followed by the all new Rock Solid burlesque revue featuring Jack arrow & Gogo Gadget; Kanga Roo & Stasi host a country show at The Vault; Senerio guest DJs karaoke at Macri Park; the DIZZY goth party is back at Nowhere; Justin Vivian Bond premieres aContinue reading "Wednesday (2.19.2020)"
On Point With: Gogo Gadget
A veteran all-star of the burlesque stage and the DJ booth, we are about to see even more of "The Bouncing Bubble-butt Beefcake of Burlesque" Gogo Gadget as he and another burlesque bae prepare a new recurring showcase in the West Village. Thotyssey: Hello Gogo! How was your Valentines Day? Gogo Gadget: Beautifully busy, withContinue reading "On Point With: Gogo Gadget"
Tuesday (2.18.2020)
TUESDAY (2.18.2020): Patti Spliff hosts a new "Sad Songs" at the Rosemont featuring Astrud Aurelia & more; Pup night at Rockbar; a burlesque revue at Suite; a new trivia night at Sycamore hosted by Viva Vidalia; and more! UPTOWN EVO LOUNGE: Enigma Tuesdays (8pm) WEST END: Corma Kelley with Sequoia (8pm) ALIBI: Take It BackContinue reading "Tuesday (2.18.2020)"
Shout Outs: Endless Night & Mad House!
We're thoroughly enjoying the newly-released Endless Night, a collection of remixes of singles from Vegas Valentine's recent EP Nocturne. If you are feeling a gothy 80's dance vibe Coronavirusing your soul and you need to get that soothed, young Vegas--who is currently tearing up all the NYC queer bars and clubs with his vampy, choreographed, glow-in-the-darkContinue reading "Shout Outs: Endless Night & Mad House!"
Monday (2.17.2020)
MONDAY (2.20..2020): Jayse Vegas & Robert Garcia premiere a weekly open stage night at 3 Dollar Bill; Lauren Ordair joins Kizha Carr at Barracuda; Bella Noche & Heidi Haux take the stage at Pianos; Ari Kiki is Brenda Dharling's Playhouse guest; and more! UPTOWN WEST END: So You Think You Can Belt singing competition (9pm)Continue reading "Monday (2.17.2020)"
Sunday (2.16.2020)
SUNDAY (2.16.2020): Can't wait to see Madame Vivien V's showcase with Vic Sin, She'Knead ThisGig & Lord of Beef tonight at Parkside Lounge! Meanwhile: Miss Paradise 2020 in Asbury Park; Peppermint & Dusty Ray Bottoms host Look Queen at Playhouse; Horse Meat Disco at Elsewhere; Battle Hymn at Flash Factory; Untitled Queen presents a performanceContinue reading "Sunday (2.16.2020)"
Saturday (2.15.2020)
SATURDAY (2.15.2020): A post-VDay edition of Horrorchata's Be Cute at Littlefield; M.E.A.T. at 3 Dollar Bill; Big Dipper performs at Rockbar; CALIBR at Rebar; Prada G. Major premieres a new weekly dance party at Stonewall; Rikk York at Boxers WH; a Gaga party at C'Mon Everybody; and more! UPTOWN / BRONX BOXERS WH: Boyish Charm,Continue reading "Saturday (2.15.2020)"
Wake Up, Bitch! (2.15-16.2020)
Your guide to the weekend’s queerest brunches and early events. SATURDAY BOXERS HK : Brunch CARA MIA (HK): Brunch with Tiffany Anne Coke CROSS & ORANGE (AB, NJ): Brunch with Jolina Jasmine, Nikky Sky Blake, Lady Marisa & Mancie Mandell DEEP END (Ridgewood Qns) Brunch ELMO (Chelsea): Brunch HASWELL GREENS (HK): Brunch with Ritzy Bitz & Misty MountainsContinue reading "Wake Up, Bitch! (2.15-16.2020)"
Friday (2.14.2020)
FRIDAY (2.14.2020): Happy Valentine's Day! Digna hosts Eric Michael's circuit party FEVER at Hudson Terrace; PAPI JUICE at Elsewhere; Milk performs at Ty Sunderland's DEVIL'S PLAYGROUND at Webster Hall; a Retro Factory Moulin Rouge experience at 3 Dollar Bill; Witti Repartee hosts a showcase at The Eagle NYC; Horrorchata & Rify Royalty show us Cupid'sContinue reading "Friday (2.14.2020)"
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