NYC native Mel is a West Village institution all her own! Bar that I work at: The Stonewall Inn How long I’ve worked there: 9 Years… damn! What are my shifts:Thursday 5- close, Friday 5-close & Sat 2-9 What makes this bar great: Everyday I meet new people from all over the world. I haveContinue reading "Bar Babe of the Week: Mel at Stonewall"
Saturday (3.17.2018)
UPTOWN ALIBI: Impacto Saturdays (10pm)SUITE: Octavia Anyae (11:30pm)HELL’S KITCHENHARDWARE: Eurovision party with DJ OhRicky (3pm);Monet X Change (7pm);QUEEN OF THE RIDE booze bus deparure (9pm);DJ 2Face, Ruby Roo & Lagoona Bloo (10pm)BOXERS HK: Butch Cordera’s Poker Tournament (6:30pm);CAFE CON CREMA Latin dance party (10pm)RITZ: DJ Scotty Rox (7pm);DJs Xavier and Bill Coleman (11pm)FREQ: VIVA! (10pm)ATLAS SOCIAL CLUB: Tammy Spanx with DJ EugeneContinue reading "Saturday (3.17.2018)"
On Point With: Frankie Sharp
One of NYC’s few truly great and original nightlife event producers, this giant got his start at a small dive bar in San Francisco before making it big here with the notorious Westgay at Westway. He’s still giving us massive weekly kikis featuring the best of the scene and way beyond, but lately he’s beenContinue reading "On Point With: Frankie Sharp"
Wake Up, Bitch! (3.17-18.2018)
Your guide to the weekend’s queerest brunches and early events.SATURDAYBIZARRE (BK): Baby Tea Brunch with Tyler Ashley & Charlene BOXERS (HK): BrunchCAFETERIA (Chelsea):Brunch LA CARBONARA (WV): Brunch with Honey Davenport ELMO (Chelsea): BrunchINTERMEZZO (Chelsea): Brunch with Tina BurnerLA PULPERIA EAST (UES): Brunch with Ritzy Bitz & Lola Michele-KikiSUNDAYBASERA (HK): Brunch with Honey Davenport & Ebonee Excell BIZARRE (BK): Brunch with Ariel Italic,Continue reading "Wake Up, Bitch! (3.17-18.2018)"
Friday (3.16.2018)
UPTOWNCASTRO: Dance party & gogos (10pm)SUITE: Brenda Dharling & Miz Cracker (midnight)HELL’S KITCHENPOSH: DJ Kamil (6pm); DJ Alex Mendez (9pm)LUCKY CHENGS @ STAGE 48: Aaliyah Kiara Du'Mure (7pm)HARDWARE: MoMo Shade & Kandy Muse (7pm); DJ Mike Borowski with Bootsie LeFaris Holly Dae (11pm) GREEN ROOM 42 @ YOTEL: Gloria Swansong: Waiting For Garland (9:30pm)BEECHMAN: Distorted Diznee starring Holly Dae, Pixie Aventura, Brenda Dharling & Bootsie LeFaris FiFiContinue reading "Friday (3.16.2018)"
Thursday (3.15.2018)
What’s happening before, during and after Drag Race.UPTOWNTOOLBOX: Jack Daniels drink specials (8pm)ALIBI: Caribbean Thursdays (9pm)SUITE: Karaoke with Jackie Dupree (10pm)CASTRO: Grand Reopening (10pm)HELL’S KITCHENRITZ: BEERS & BEARS happy hour upstairs (6pm); Morgan Royel & DJ Scotty Rox (11pm)HARDWARE: Shuga Cain (7pm);Shequida with Skyla Versai.(11:30pm) ATLAS SOCIAL CLUB: Gogo boys (8pm) VSBU: Phillip Henry (9pm); Chaka Khanvict (11pm) POSH: DJ Nandi (9pm)Continue reading "Thursday (3.15.2018)"
Where to Watch Trixie Not Shangela Win Drag Race AS3
A list of the city’s viewing parties and their hosts. Showtime 8pm!UPTOWNBOXERS UES: Brita Filter TBAHARLEM NIGHTS: Coco Taylor SUITE: no hostTOOLBOX: Jacqueline DupreeWEST END: Vanna Deux with Kendra De Ray HELL’S KITCHENATLAS SOCIAL CLUB: Zeta Jones BARRAGE: no hostBOXERS HK: Marti Gould Cummings DBL: no hostHARDWARE: Shuga Cain INDUSTRY: Miz Cracker MOM’S: no host (includes trivia) MR. BIGGS: Chaka Khanvict RISE: PhiContinue reading "Where to Watch Trixie Not Shangela Win Drag Race AS3"
Wednesday (4.13.2018)
UPTOWNALIBI: Extended happy hour with DJ Poison Ivy (6pm)KAZZA: HAMILTON LODGE happy hour (8pm) TOOLBOX: Karaoke with Jackie Dupree (9pm) WEST END: Terra Hyman (9:30pm);Whendy Whaxwood with Vicky Boofont (11pm)HELL’S KITCHENBEECHMAN: Paige Turner: Drag Me to the Top (7pm) HARDWARE: Dusty Ray Bottoms (8pm);Paige Turner (11pm)VSBU: Karaoke with Ally Ganza (10pm)ATLAS SOCIAL CLUB: Men of Adonis Lounge (10pm)POSH: DJ John Marto (10pm)THERAPY:Continue reading "Wednesday (4.13.2018)"
Tuesday (3.13.2018)
UPTOWN / BRONXBOXERS UES: Standup comedy hosted by Justin Zirilli (9pm)ALIBI: Take It Back Tuesdays (9pm)EVO LOUNGE: Brava Tuesdays (10:30pm)HELL’S KITCHENBARRAGE: Glow Party hosted by Nicolay (5pm)HUDSON TERRACE: Miss Gay New York America pageant 2018 (7pm)MR. BIGGS: Drag bingo with Chaka Khanvict & Ally Ganza (8pm) FAIRYTAIL LOUNGE: Gogo boys all night (9pm) RISE: Karaoke with Emily McNamara (10pm) POSH:Continue reading "Tuesday (3.13.2018)"
On Point With: Viki Villainess
This fashionista (also known as designer / podcaster Ronie Reives) has proven recently that she is as funny as she is fierce, both on the stage and over the digital airwaves. Behold the voluptuous villainy of Viki Villainess! Thotyssey: Hey, Viki! I’m listening to the latest episode of The Shade Parade, a podcast you doContinue reading "On Point With: Viki Villainess"
Monday (3.12.2018)
UPTOWNBOXERS UES: Karaoke with Rosé (9pm)TOOLBOX: Charity bingo (9pm)SUITE: Glam Gavin’s karaoke (10pm)WEST END: Lagoona Bloo & Jake McKenna host Open Mic Night (10pm)ALIBI: Gogo Mondays (10pm)HELL’S KITCHENPOSH: DJ Xavier Mazara (9pm) HARDWARE: Sutton Lee Seymour & Cacophony Daniels (10pm) THERAPY: Marti Gould Cummings’ STAGE FRIGHT with Tamyra Brown (10pm)ATLAS SOCIAL CLUB: Musical Mondays (10pm)VSBU: “Reel Thirsty Mondays” movie viewing (10pm) RISE: Honey Davenport & JasmineContinue reading "Monday (3.12.2018)"
On Point With: Lypsinka
One of the most influential performers to ever come out of the queer nightlife scene, Lypsinka has always preferred the term “surrealist” over “drag queen” to describe what she does. And if you’ve ever watched any video clips of past performances or have seen or live, you’d know how fitting that term is. Whether she’s living upContinue reading "On Point With: Lypsinka"
Sunday (3.11.2018)
UPTOWNSOMM TIME: Game night with Charmagne Aultra (6pm)BOXERS UES: Poker tournament with Butch Cordora (7pm) SUITE: Karaoke Sundays with Glam Gavin (10pm)HELL’S KITCHENRITZ: Bingo with Sherry Pie (4pm);DJs David Michael & Eugene Edo (10pm) HARDWARE: Jasmine Rice & Brita Filter (6pm); Miz Cracker & Monet X Change (10pm);Marti Gould Cummings with Petra Fried & Jasmine Kennedie (11pm) NEW WORLD STAGES: Jackie Cox withContinue reading "Sunday (3.11.2018)"
On Point With: Aaliyah Martinez
Both a fierce entertainer in her own right and a true champion for queer education, Aaliyah Martinez is a force to be reckoned with on and off the pageant stage. Thotyssey meets this amazing queen on the eve of her co-hosting this year’s Liberty Continental pageant extravaganza. Thotyssey: Aaliyah, hello! Thanks for chatting today! So,Continue reading "On Point With: Aaliyah Martinez"
Saturday (3.10.2018)
UPTOWN ALIBI: Impacto Saturdays (10pm)SUITE: Octavia Anyae (11:30pm)HELL’S KITCHENLUCKY CHENGS @ STAGE 48: The Countess Mascara (6pm & 8pm)HARDWARE: Monet X Change (7pm);DJ 2Face, Ruby Roo & Lagoona Bloo (10pm)BOXERS HK: Butch Cordera’s Poker Tournament (6:30pm);CAFE CON CREMA Latin dance party (10pm)THERAPY: Continental Pre-Party feat. Aaliyah Martinez, Pattaya Hart, Tommie Ross & more (7pm) BEECHMAN: Jackie Beat & Sherry Vine: Battle of theContinue reading "Saturday (3.10.2018)"
Bar Babe of the Week: Achilles at Rebar
Get ready to WOOF for ReBar’s Achilles! Bar that I work at: Rebar in Chelsea How long I’ve worked there: This April 2018 will be a year since they opened, so almost one year. What are my shifts: Happy Hour FRIDAYS - SATURDAYS - SUNDAYS What makes this bar great: I am working with the best staff of bartendersContinue reading "Bar Babe of the Week: Achilles at Rebar"
Wake Up, Bitch! (3.10-11.2018)
Your guide to the weekend’s queerest brunches and early events.SATURDAYBIZARRE: Baby Tea Brunch with Tyler Ashley & Merrie Cherry. BOXERS (HK): BrunchCAFETERIA (Chelsea):Brunch LA CARBONARA (WV): Brunch with Honey Davenport ELMO (Chelsea): BrunchINTERMEZZO (Chelsea): Brunch with Tina BurnerLA PULPERIA EAST (UES): Brunch with Ritzy Bitz & Lola Michele-KikiSUNDAYBASERA (HK): Brunch with Harmonica Sunbeam & Gia Martinez D’ BIZARRE (BK): BrunchContinue reading "Wake Up, Bitch! (3.10-11.2018)"
Friday (3.9.2018)
UPTOWNTRIAD: Dorothy Bishop: Dozen Divas (9:30pm)SUITE: Brenda Dharling & Miz Cracker (midnight)HELL’S KITCHENPOSH: DJ Kamil (6pm); DJ Alex Mendez (9pm)HARDWARE: MoMo Shade & Kandy Muse (7pm);“Super Size Queen Fridays” with Bootsie LeFaris (11pm) BEECHMAN: Jackie Beat & Sherry Vine: Battle of the Bitches (7pm)RITZ: DJs Xavier & Eddie Martinez (10pm)THERAPY: DJ AJ Sanchez (10pm)RISE: dance party (10pm);Jada Valenciaga does a number (midnight)VSBU: DJContinue reading "Friday (3.9.2018)"
Thursday (3.8.2018)
What’s happening before, during and after Drag Race.UPTOWNTOOLBOX: Jack Daniels drink specials (8pm)ALIBI: Caribbean Thursdays (9pm)SUITE: Karaoke with Jackie Dupree (10pm)WEST END: The Ultimate Drag Pageant season finale (11pm)HELL’S KITCHENRITZ: BEERS & BEARS happy hour upstairs (6pm); Morgan Royel & DJ Scotty Rox (11pm)DON’T TELL MAMA: Tym Moss (A)Live!! HARDWARE: Shuga Cain (7pm);Shequida with TBA (11:30pm) ATLAS SOCIAL CLUB: Gogo boys (8pm)Continue reading "Thursday (3.8.2018)"
Where to Watch Drag Race All-Stars 3 Ep. 7
A list of the city’s viewing parties and their hosts. Showtime 8pm!UPTOWNBOXERS UES: Brita Filter HARLEM NIGHTS: TBASUITE: no hostTOOLBOX: Jacqueline DupreeWEST END: Vanna Deux with Miz Diamond Wigfall HELL’S KITCHENATLAS SOCIAL CLUB: Zeta Jones BARRAGE: no hostBOXERS HK: Marti Gould Cummings DBL: no hostHARDWARE: Shuga Cain INDUSTRY: Miz Cracker MOM’S: no host (includes trivia) MR. BIGGS: Chaka Khanvict RISE:Continue reading "Where to Watch Drag Race All-Stars 3 Ep. 7"
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