On Point With: Kay Day

For decades, NYC counterculture has traditionally made superstars out of performers like Kentucky-born Kay Day. The template is there: sexy yet-silly screaming punk princess, willfully goofy provocateur, filmmaker on the rise, and just all around fun as fuck. And while it's true that most of today's gay-bies only acknowledge drag queens as recognizable nightlifers... well,Continue reading "On Point With: Kay Day"

Wake Up, Bitch! (4.20-21.2019)

Your guide to the weekend’s queerest brunches and early events. SATURDAY BIZARRE Brunch with King Ivy (BK): CAFETERIA (Chelsea): Brunch THE DAKOTA (UWS): Brunch with Vivica Galactica & Whendy Whaxwood DEEP END (Ridgewood Qns) Brunch with Magenta ELMO (Chelsea): Brunch FRESCO'S CANTINA (Astoria): Brunch with Gloria Swansong & Golden Delicious INTERMEZZO (Chelsea): Brunch with Tina Burner LA PULPERIA EAST (UES): Brunch with Ritzy Bitz SUNDAY BIZARREContinue reading "Wake Up, Bitch! (4.20-21.2019)"

New From Honey Davenport!

The sky is the limit for this busy bee! New York’s own Honey Davenport has been spreading her wings all over the world since her turn on RuPaul’s Drag Race this season (she’s at Roscoe’s in Chicago tonight and tomorrow), and now there are some new, slayworthy things coming our way from the Hive. Firstly, MissContinue reading "New From Honey Davenport!"

Thursday (4.18.2019)

What's going on before, during and after tonight's episode of "RuPaul's Drag Race." THURSDAY (4.18.2019):  Thotyssey's THOT MESS is back at Rebar with tonight's hostess Epiphany, following the Drag Race pizza party! Meanwhile: it's the Dragnet finale at Metro; the new All-Stars cycle of UDP premieres at The West End; Soju's KPOP party is back inContinue reading "Thursday (4.18.2019)"

Where to Watch Drag Race Ep. 8

Here is a list of venues in NYC that will screen tonight’s episode of RuPaul’s Drag Race, naming viewing party hosts where applicable. Showtime: 9pm - 10:30pm. Some venues may additionally screen the "Untucked" aftershow segment from 10:30pm-11pm. UPTOWN AT THE WALLACE: Vanna Deux & Lagoona Bloo BOXERS WH: Brita Filter HARLEM NIGHTS: Zarria Van Wales SUITE: DivinityContinue reading "Where to Watch Drag Race Ep. 8"

Wednesday (4.17.2019)

WEDNESDAY (4.17.2019):  The first anniversary of John Marto's, Kristy Blaze's & Octavia Anyae's night at Posh; the Talk About Sex podcast live tapes its 100th episode at Rebar; Ariel Versace and friends at back at Vera in NJ; and more! UPTOWN / BRONX TOOLBOX: Karaoke with Jackie Dupree (9pm) CASTRO: BARRIO WEDNESDAYS (10pm) WEST END: SelmaContinue reading "Wednesday (4.17.2019)"

On Point With: Michele Shocked

This hairy-chested harlot with a gonzo approach to drag began as a queen at, of all places, the showtunes-friendly West End Lounge. Now returning to that venue for an All-Star edition of the pageant she debuted in, Michele Shocked talks to us about her unique style, surviving Christian school gym class, her web series andContinue reading "On Point With: Michele Shocked"

Tuesday (4.16.2019)

TUESDAY (4.16.2019): Viva Vidalia hosts a new bear night at Phoenix; Stephanie's Child performs at John Jay; Patti Spliff's Sad Songs at The Rosemont; standup & karaoke at Metro; Petti Cake now hosts bingo at the Albatross; and more! UPTOWN EVO LOUNGE: Enigma Tuesdays (8pm) TOOLBOX: TRL with singer Carla Bordonada (8:30pm) BOXERS WH: KaraokeContinue reading "Tuesday (4.16.2019)"

Monday (4.15.2019)

MONDAY (4.15.2019):  Will Sheridan debuts a new Monday night affair at Metro, a leather bear night premieres at Feathers, Cacophony Daniels is joined by Jared Zirilli at Hardware, Marti Gould Cummings has cast members of The Cher Show at Therapy, and more! UPTOWN TOOLBOX: Charity bingo (9pm) BOXERS WH: Brita Filter & Rosé (10pm) SUITE: Glam Gavin’s karaoke (10pm) WESTContinue reading "Monday (4.15.2019)"

Sunday (4.14.2019)

SUNDAY (4.14..2019): "Game of Thrones" viewing parties premiere at Rockbar & Albatross; the Bartenders' Bash at Macri Park; Heidi Haux & Misty Mountains share a birthday Invasion at Stonewall, following Hibiscus' show; Paige Turner's final SLURP at Therapy before her Asia excursion; Occupy the Disco's 7th anniversary together at LeBain; a drag benefit show atContinue reading "Sunday (4.14.2019)"

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 pageantContinue reading "On Point With: Dreamboi"

Saturday (4.13.2019)

SATURDAY (4.13.2019): Horrorchata's annual Selena tribute party at Littlefield; Hodor DJ's Schimanski, while Brooklyn queens do Game of Thrones numbers at The Way Station; Antonio Cedeno's new party CALIBR returns to Rebar; Mrs. Richfield 1981 at The Triad; Ari Kiki RIOTs at Stonewall; The Carry Nation at Good Room; and more! UPTOWN / BRONX ALIBI: Sucia (6pm)Continue reading "Saturday (4.13.2019)"

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 academicContinue reading "On Point With: Lady Quesa’Dilla"

Wake Up, Bitch! (4.13-14.2019)

Your guide to the weekend’s queerest brunches and early events. SATURDAY BIZARRE (BK): Brunch with Tyler Ashley & Charlene CAFETERIA (Chelsea): Brunch THE DAKOTA (UWS): Brunch with Vivica Galactica & Whendy Whaxwood DEEP END (Ridgewood Qns) Brunch with Vesolo ELMO (Chelsea): Brunch FRESCO'S CANTINA (Astoria): Brunch with Gloria Swansong & Golden Delicious INTERMEZZO (Chelsea): Brunch with Tina Burner LA PULPERIA EAST (UES): Brunch with Ritzy Bitz &Continue reading "Wake Up, Bitch! (4.13-14.2019)"

Thursday (4.11.2019)

What's going on before, during and after tonight's episode of "RuPaul's Drag Race." THURSDAY (4.11.2019):  Horrorchata & MoMO Shade join this month's Wallbreaker benefit show at Macri Park; Miss Barracuda Round 2; Precious Ebony with Catrina & Lola at Club Cumming; "Women In Music" performances at The VNYL courtesy of Icon Project; Will Automagic spins On &Continue reading "Thursday (4.11.2019)"

Where to Watch Drag Race Ep. 7

Here is a list of venues in NYC that will screen tonight’s episode of RuPaul’s Drag Race, naming viewing party hosts where applicable. Showtime: 9pm - 10:30pm. Some venues may additionally screen the "Untucked" aftershow segment from 10:30pm-11pm. UPTOWN AT THE WALLACE: Vanna Deux & Lagoona Bloo BOXERS WH: Brita Filter HARLEM NIGHTS: Madison Banks SUITE: Divinity BanksContinue reading "Where to Watch Drag Race Ep. 7"