UPTOWN ALIBI: Impacto Saturdays (10pm)CASTRO: PAPI LATIN SATURDAYS (10pm)SUITE: Octavia Anyae (11:30pm)HELL’S KITCHEN BOXERS HK: Butch Cordera’s Poker Tournament (6:30pm); CAFE CON CREMA Latin dance party (10pm) BEECHMAN: Tammie Brown: National Treasure (7pm)HARDWARE: Tina Burner (7pm); QUEEN OF THE RIDE booze bus departure (9pm & 10:30pm); DJ 2Face, Ruby Roo & Lagoona Bloo (10pm)LUCKY CHENGS @ STAGE 48:Continue reading "Saturday (5.5.2018)"
Bar Babe of the Week: Tony at the West End
Hello Manager! It’s the West End’s Tony, plus Tony’s dog! Bar that I work at: West End Lounge How long I’ve worked there: 7 months or so What are my shifts: I bartend on Friday nights from 10pm to 4am. I manage the bar on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday. What makes this bar great:Continue reading "Bar Babe of the Week: Tony at the West End"
Wake Up, Bitch! (5.5-6.2018)
Your guide to the weekend’s queerest brunches and early events.SATURDAY BIZARRE (BK): Baby Tea Brunch with Tyler Ashley CANCELLEDBOXERS (HK): BrunchCARA MIA (HK): Brunch finale with Honey Davenport & Brita Filter CAFETERIA (Chelsea):Brunch ELMO (Chelsea): BrunchINTERMEZZO (Chelsea): Brunch with Tina BurnerLA PULPERIA EAST (UES): Brunch with Ritzy BitzSUNDAY BAR GONZO: TBABASERA (HK): Brunch with FiFi DuBois & Sugga PiContinue reading "Wake Up, Bitch! (5.5-6.2018)"
Friday (5.4.2018)
UPTOWNCASTRO: Dance party & gogos (10pm)SUITE: Brenda Dharling & Miz Cracker Pattaya Hart (midnight)HELL’S KITCHENBEECHMAN: Tammie Brown: National Treasure (7pm); Distorted Diznee starring Holly Dae, Pixie Aventura, Brenda Dharling and Bootsie LeFaris (10pm); HARDWARE: MoMo Shade Kandy Muse & Janelle No. 5 (7pm); DJ Mike Borowski with Bootsie LeFaris (11pm) POSH: DJ Kamil (6pm); DJ Alex Mendez (9pm)GREEN ROOM 42 @ YOTEL: Varla JeanContinue reading "Friday (5.4.2018)"
On Point With: The Brides of Burlesque
Burlesque stars and show producers Aurora North and Faux Pas le Fae have been married for two years now. As the performing duo The Brides of Burlesque, they continue to titillate, amuse and outright stun us with their edgy, visceral performances. Thotyssey takes a peak behind the bridal veils, as Faus Pas and Aurora answer ourContinue reading "On Point With: The Brides of Burlesque"
Thursday (5.3.2018)
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: TURN UP THURSDAYS (10pm)BOXERS UES: TOMA! party (10pm)GIN FIZZ: THIRSTY THURSDAY urban party (10pm)WEST END: Ultimate Drag Pageant All-Stars (11pm); Vanna Deux (midnight)HELL’S KITCHENRITZ: BEERS & BEARS happy hour upstairs (6pm); Morgan Royel & DJ Scotty Rox (11pm)HARDWARE: Shuga Cain (7pm); Shequida withContinue reading "Thursday (5.3.2018)"
Where to Watch Drag Race Ep. 7
A list of the city’s viewing parties and their hosts. Showtime 8pm! This season, it seems each episode is 90 minutes and followed by a 30-minute post show “Untucked.”UPTOWNAT THE WALLACE: no hostBOXERS UES: Brita FilterHARLEM NIGHTS: Madison Banks or TBASUITE: no hostTOOLBOX: Jacqueline DupreeWEST END: Androgyny HELL’S KITCHENATLAS SOCIAL CLUB: Zeta Jones BARRAGE: no hostBOXERS HK: Marti GouldContinue reading "Where to Watch Drag Race Ep. 7"
Wednesday (5.2.2018)
UPTOWNALIBI: Extended happy hour with DJ Poison Ivy (6pm) TOOLBOX: Karaoke with Jackie Dupree (9pm)KAZZA: HAMILTON LODGE happy hour (8pm) WEST END: Lagoona Bloo (9pm); Miz Diamond Wigfall with Nicole Onoscopi, Bambina Don Diva & Edie James (11pm)CASTRO: GET TWISTED WEDNESDAYS (10pm)HELL’S KITCHENBEECHMAN: The Hell’s Kitchenettes starring Jackie Cox, James Mills & Michael Lamasa (7pm) VSBU: Karaoke with AllyContinue reading "Wednesday (5.2.2018)"
Tuesday (5.1.2018)
UPTOWN / BRONX BEACON THEATER: Dita Von Teese & The Copper Coupe Burlesque Revue (8pm)TOOLBOX: TRL with singer Carla Bordonada (8:30pm)BOXERS UES: Standup comedy hosted by Justin Zirilli (9pm) ALIBI: Take It Back Tuesdays (9pm) WEST END: Drag / cabaret benefit feat. Bambina Da Dondiva, Cissy Walken, Hibiscus & more (9:30pm)EVO LOUNGE: Brava Tuesdays (10:30pm) HELL’S KITCHENBARRAGE:Continue reading "Tuesday (5.1.2018)"
RePoint: Cherry Poppins
Pieces and Hardware’s beloved cocktail waitress has come a long way with her drag alter ego since our last chat, having a pair of recent show-stopping pageant packages under her cinched belt and an upcoming cabaret showcase to wow us with. Thotyssey catches up with Cherry Poppins! Thotyssey: Cherry, hello again! I know you were busyContinue reading "RePoint: Cherry Poppins"
Monday (4.30.2018)
UPTOWN BOXERS UES: Karaoke with Rosé (9pm)TOOLBOX: Charity bingo (9pm) SUITE: Glam Gavin’s karaoke (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 guest hosted by Michelle Dowdy with The Marvelous Wonderettes (10pm) ATLAS SOCIAL CLUB: Musical Mondays (10pm)VSBU: “Reel Thirsty Mondays” movie viewing (10pm) RITZ:Continue reading "Monday (4.30.2018)"
On Point With: Jasmine Kennedie
One of the city’s breakthrough drag entertainers of the past year, FIT’s crown-winning queen Jasmine Kennedie is known for igniting venues with her electrifying “shablams” and gorgeously glam looks. She’s now in the cast of the popular revue TURNt at the Ritz, which celebrates its second anniversary this week. Thotyssey learned how Jasmine got here,Continue reading "On Point With: Jasmine Kennedie"
Sunday (4.29.2018)
UPTOWN SOMM TIME: Game night with Charmagne Aultra (6pm) BOXERS UES: Open bar hour (6pm); Poker tournament with Butch Cordora (7pm) SUITE: Karaoke Sundays with Glam Gavin (10pm) CASTRO: Latin dance party (10pm)GIN FIZZ: SET IT OFF urban party (10pm)HELL’S KITCHENRITZ: Bingo with Sherry Pie & Pissi Myles (4pm); DJs David Michael & Eugene Edo (10pm) ATLAS SOCIAL CLUB: ShugaContinue reading "Sunday (4.29.2018)"
Saturday (4.28.2018)
UPTOWN WEST END: Traffic light 18+ dance party sponsored by an anti-smoking org feat. Brita Filter, Kandy Muse, Jasmine Rice, Millennia & DJ Steve Sidewalk (10pm)ALIBI: Impacto Saturdays (10pm)CASTRO: PAPI LATIN SATURDAYS (10pm)SUITE: Octavia Anyae (11:30pm)HELL’S KITCHENHARDWARE: Monet X Change *final show* (7pm); DJ 2Face, Ruby Roo & Lagoona Bloo (10pm)LUCKY CHENGS @ STAGE 48: Lady Keyonte (7:30pm)BOXERS HK: Butch Cordera’s PokerContinue reading "Saturday (4.28.2018)"
Bar Babe of the Week: Nico at Barracuda
Somebody tell Barracuda’s smoking hot Nico who some drag queens, gogo boys and DJs are, lol! Bar that I work at: Barracuda Lounge NYC How long I’ve worked there: A few months now What are my shifts: Sundays & Mondays, 10 to close What makes this bar great: The friendly atmosphere, and of course theContinue reading "Bar Babe of the Week: Nico at Barracuda"
Wake Up, Bitch! (4.28-29.2018)
Your guide to the weekend’s queerest brunches and early events.SATURDAY BIZARRE (BK): Baby Tea Brunch with Tyler Ashley CANCELLEDBOXERS (HK): BrunchCARA MIA (HK): Brunch finale with Logan Hardcore & Brenda Dharling CAFETERIA (Chelsea):Brunch ELMO (Chelsea): BrunchHONEYWELL (UP): Brunch with Rosé and Lagoona Bloo INTERMEZZO (Chelsea): Brunch with Tina Burner Holly Box-Springs LA PULPERIA EAST (UES): Brunch with Ritzy BitzSUNDAY BASERA (HK): Brunch withContinue reading "Wake Up, Bitch! (4.28-29.2018)"
Thursday (4.26.2018)
What’s happening before, during and after Drag Race.UPTOWNINDIAN ROAD CAFE: Bingo with Goldie Lox & Ona Louise (8pm)TOOLBOX: Jack Daniels drink specials (8pm)ALIBI: Caribbean Thursdays (9pm)SUITE: Karaoke with Jackie Dupree (10pm)CASTRO: TURN UP THURSDAYS (10pm)BOXERS UES: TOMA! party (10pm)GIN FIZZ: THIRSTY THURSDAY urban party (10pm)WEST END: Ultimate Drag Pageant All-Stars (11pm);Whendy Whaxwood with Misty Mountains. (midnight)HELL’S KITCHENRITZ: BEERSContinue reading "Thursday (4.26.2018)"
Where to Watch Drag Race Ep. 6
A list of the city’s viewing parties and their hosts. Showtime 8pm! This season, it seems each episode is 90 minutes and followed by a 30-minute post show “Untucked.”UPTOWNAT THE WALLACE: no hostBOXERS UES: Brita FilterHARLEM NIGHTS: Madison Banks or TBASUITE: no hostTOOLBOX: Jacqueline DupreeWEST END: Androgynous & Petti CakeHELL’S KITCHENATLAS SOCIAL CLUB: Zeta Jones BARRAGE: no hostBOXERSContinue reading "Where to Watch Drag Race Ep. 6"
Wednesday (4.25.2018)
UPTOWNALIBI: Extended happy hour with DJ Poison Ivy (6pm) TOOLBOX: Karaoke with Jackie Dupree (9pm)KAZZA: HAMILTON LODGE happy hour feat. Sapphira Cristal (8pm) WEST END: Lagoona Bloo (9pm); Poppy with Dream Boi, Obscura, Miz Diamond Wigfall, Ducky Sheaboi, Chola Spears, Frankie D'Vine & Suki (11pm)TRIAD: Bad Apple Boylesque (9:30pm) CASTRO: GET TWISTED WEDNESDAYS (10pm)HELL’S KITCHENBEECHMAN: The Hell’s Kitchenettes starringContinue reading "Wednesday (4.25.2018)"
On Point With: K. James
zoe zThis veteran drag king has been a staple of the vital Brooklyn collective Switch n’ Play for a decade now, and he’s still finding ways to wow us with his fun, sexy and smart performances. While shy and introspective off-stage, there’s nothing quite like the manly magic of K. James when it’s showtime! Thotyssey:Continue reading "On Point With: K. James"
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