Entrepreneur, event producer, actor, opera singer, host, innkeeper, club promoter, Levi Johnston’s Ass Whisperer–this outspoken and fascinating Renaissance Man has done it all and lived to tell about it. From the wings of Carnegie Hall, to the partitioned-off lust caves of the Ice Palace, to the offices of Playgirl Magazine, to a cross-country bus filledContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Daniel Nardicio”
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On Point With: Golden Delicious
Her drag name isn’t just a bit of cutesy randomness… gurl was raised on an orchard! And from the apple farm to the Big Apple, this Broadway-inspired queen has quickly won a coveted pageant crown, a monthly gig, and the respect of many of nightlife’s greatest performers. She’s hosting a Tonys party this weekend, butContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Golden Delicious”
RePoint: Adriana Trenta
When last we spoke to this young queen, she was in the thick of 2016’s pivotal “So You Think You Can Drag” competition. Now almost a year later, she is making her way with fierce performances all over the city… and she’s won a coveted pageant placement to boot! And this weekend, she’s gonna respond toContinueContinue reading “RePoint: Adriana Trenta”
On Point With: B. Hollywood
Their cosmic, witchy presence is most welcome in the Brooklyn nightlife scene, where they turn ferocious looks and numbers at the parties, create gorgeous intergalactic fashions for us all to be fierce in, and take stunning photos of us doing it. It’s Brooklyn Nightlife Awards 2017 Best Photographer nominee B. Hollywood! Thotyssey: Hi B., thanksContinueContinue reading “On Point With: B. Hollywood”
On Point With: Whitney Day
One of the best known and most beloved DJs and nightlife producers in the national lesbian scene (and queer scene in general), this classically-trained musician has conquered two coasts with her lavish, lively events and eclectic beats. For Brooklyn and New York Pride this June, she will be bringing her brand back to her nativeContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Whitney Day”
On Point With: Lil Miss Hot Mess
Defying convention with her performing style and career trajectory, this queen has made her mark in a unique and major way. With eclectic bi-coastal performances that range from old school punk rock to kindergarten-friendly, she has now made waves with a memorable spot: the energetic bearded lady among the ensemble of NYC queens backing KatyContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Lil Miss Hot Mess”
On Point With: Ophelia Nightbird
The very first Miss Rockbar was crowned in November of 2016, and it couldn’t have gone to a more unique and fascinating queen. Equal parts drag performer and musician, it’s not a rarity to find her bald, beat and beautiful onstage strumming her guitar… and she owes a lot of her current incarnation to aContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Ophelia Nightbird”
On Point With: Crystal Mesh
This Southern Belle is now a rising star of the Brooklyn drag scene, with several gigs at the Rosemont and major gigs on the horizon. Get into this super likable karaoke songwriting queen, Miss Crystal Mesh! Thotyssey: Hi Crystal! Thanks for talking to us! So, I hate to be basic and start with a Drag RaceContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Crystal Mesh”
On Point With: DJ Kindbud
He’s been an in-demand DJ on the scene for many years… but rather than resort to the basic pop songbook that so many DJs live for, he spins to the beat of his own drum. Having recorded a full-length album and filmed videos loaded with legendary nightlife cameos, he was a natural choice to provideContinueContinue reading “On Point With: DJ Kindbud”
On Point With: Astala Vista
This hilarious young Tri-State queen has created a hugely successful drag night for mixed audiences in Jersey, featuring performances from some of the best entertainers in the biz. And you’re just as likely to find her these days turning the party in small town Jersey as you are NYC’s gay epicenter of Hell’s Kitchen, orContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Astala Vista”
On Point With: Amanda Lepore
Perhaps the most recognizable face, body and personality in New York nightlife, this host and entertainer is revealing more about her fabulous life (and it’s not-always-so-fabulous early perils) in her new co-authored memoir “Doll Parts.” Filled with anecdotes, beauty tips and gorgeous shots from some of the scene’s greatest photographers, the living exhibit Amanda LeporeContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Amanda Lepore”
On Point With: Jayse Vegas
This cute, smart, talented and humble young singer/songwriter/dancer is coming up in this city, henny! Now is the time to pay attention to Jayse Vegas! Thotyssey: Jayse hello, thanks for chatting! So, I wanna get right into asking how Night of 1000 Stevies was… you were Honey Davenport’s backup dancer for her number on the IrvingContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Jayse Vegas”
On Point With: Jackie Beat
Arguably drag’s most prolific song parodist, this unfiltered and incomparable West Coast queen has been slaying venues across the globe for over two decades. Now we New Yorkers get a new chance to live the Jackie Beat Experience this weekend. Join Thotyssey as we meet Queen Beat! Thotyssey: Jackie, hello! It’s a privilege to speakContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Jackie Beat”
On Point With: Miss Coco Peru
Thotyssey sure loves to throw the “Legend” label around, but who can debate it’s proper usage when it comes to this queen? The City Island native practically invented a style of drag performance that’s part standup, part storytelling, and she’s appeared in some truly classic camp films, from a lead in the drag farce “Girls WillContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Miss Coco Peru”
On Point With: Aquaria
It’s been quite awhile since a nightlife performer has captured our hearts and minds in this way, using an arsenal of precisely edited looks, ferociously eloquent dance moves and a cool demeanor hiding hours of painstaking preparation. Has anyone not seen her Instagram by now, or caught her name in a hundred Buzzfeed lists? Where didContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Aquaria”
On Point With: Vigor Mortis
This drag king and burlesque performer has his plate filled right now as the assistant of, and collaborator with, the great “Drag Race” queen Sasha Velour. But the Mister Coney Island 2017 competition is right upon us, which means it’s just about time for Vigor Mortis to take center stage once again! Thotyssey: Hello there, Vigor!ContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Vigor Mortis”
On Point With: DJ Brian Richards
This DJ is just as much at home spinning the big sexy parties, the neighborhood bar throwbacks and/or the drag shows. Meet one of NYC’s busiest music masters, Brian Richards! Thotyssey: Brian, hello! DJ Brian Richards: Hi Jim! I just want to start by saying thanks so much for the interview. Thotyssey is one ofContinueContinue reading “On Point With: DJ Brian Richards”
On Point With: Vinny Vega
Big-hearted, professional, photogenic and obviously hot as all hell, it’s hard to argue that this guy is not the most recognizable gogo boy in NYC right now. And on top of that, he’s gradually added promoter, party host, photographer, reality TV star and actor to his *ahem* extensive resume. And now he’s got the skinnyContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Vinny Vega”
On Point With: Anthony Paparelli
Dancer, gogo boy, choreographer, aerialist, actor, promoter, producer. This guy wears a lot of hats… when he’s wearing anything at all! And this week he’s on the team of nightlife elites helming the premiere of one of the most hotly anticipated new parties of the summer. Let’s get the bare facts from Anthony Paparelli! Thotyssey:ContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Anthony Paparelli”
On Point With: Hystée Lauder
This dynamic drag performance artist draws from a deep cache of menacing props and costumes, mysterious audiovisuals and penetrating themes for their stagecraft, leaving audiences with feelings of dread, bewilderment and wonder. But one thing’s certain: you’ll never be bored. Bringing their unclassifiable sorcery to the Bizarre stage this week, it’s the ominous, glorious HystéeContinueContinue reading “On Point With: Hystée Lauder”
