Birthday Bash at "Boots"

I had a blast at the Birthday Bash for dear friend Gustavo Ayllon Almeida held at the notorious and historic West Village landmark watering hole Boots & Saddles on Christopher Street on February 2nd.  Drag Divas, strippers and singers all got together to put on an exciting show to wish Gus a fantastic birthday.  The show was hosted by Victoria Chase and included a performance by recording artist Lovari.  The packed house was wild with enthusiasm! A great time with good friends is a perfect way to celebrate!

Art, Fashion, Music Fundraiser

There was a wonderful fundraising event that I was so glad to be a part of called Open Your Heart benefiting the organization One Sandwich at a Time, a charity that helps feed the homeless of New York City.  The event was held in collaboration with my dear friends photographer and reigning Mr. Paddles, Rob Ordonez and fashion designer Geary Marcello (FoXxy Face Couture).  There was an eclectic, fierce photographic art exhibit with images by Ordonez on display throughout the room and 50% of every piece of art sold was donated to the charity.  Geary Marcello had his show stopping couture gowns displayed on models with gold-leafing make-up by Tawni Michelle Lanford.  There was also a raging musical performance by recording artist Brett Gleason that was so hot, him and Rob had to remove their shirts to cool down.  The guest-list included Mr. Rawhide, Mr. North American Bear - Jed Ryan, photographers Steven Molofsky and Will Chiapella, models Alex Jimemez and Alec Seymour, DJ/Producer/Remixer Ravi Ramadeen (Myxotic), actor Taylor and many more.  The fun evening of art, fashion and music that raised funds for a good cause took place at The LGBT Center of NYC, 208 West 13th Street, New York City on January 24th. 

Bowie - Elvis Birthday Bash

It was a slamming evening of sequins, lipstick and Rock n Roll! Glam Rock was shinning in all of its glory at the fiercest party called Oh You Pretty Things: Bowie and Elvis Birthday Bash.  It was an amazing birthday bacchanalia honoring Rock's two greatest Capricorns, David Bowie and Elvis Presley.  I loved making a special appearance at the event at the renowned Le Poisson Rouge in Greenwich Village in New York City on January 20th.  With performances by Screamin' Rebel Angels, Michael T and the Vanities and Benjamin Ickies and This Ambitious Orchestra.  The guestlist included:  Pepper Mint, Michael Formika Jones, photographer Rob Ordonez, Hunteur Vreeland, King Vulcanus, Tiffany Leigh, Milan and many others! 

  

"Get Out!" magazine Paddles coverage

Pick up a the new issue of Get Out! magazine (issue # 93, to see a great features mention of the Mr. Paddles 2013 Contest where Rob Ordonez won the title and the accompanying sash!  There is a mention of Lady Clover Honey, who served as a celebrity judge at the very, very exciting event. 

"Time Out New York" Paddles Pics

The wonderful time I had as part of the notorious Mr. Paddles 2013 Contest was captured by the Media and featured in the current Time Out New York magazine.  Time Out New York is New York City's premiere guide to theater, restaurants, fashion, activities, things to do, music, art, clubs, dance & nightlife.  I was a celebrity judge at the event along with Michael Musto of The Village Voice and Jed Ryan - Mr. Rawhide and Mr. North American Bear.  The winner of the contest was photographer/model Rob Ordonez and the first runner-up was LeNair Xavier. The event was produced by Hunteur Vreeland of HardDriveMen and took place at Paddles, NYC's top Festish/S&M nighclub on December 21, 2012.  The pictures were taken by famed nightlife photographer Grace Chu. Check out Time Out NY's exciting pics in the new issue and see below:

Holiday Divas Entertain at Baily House

I was so happy to be part of a Holiday show that would entertain and make the season merry and bright for residents, staff and volunteers of Baily House on December 22.  For over 25 years Baily House has provided housing and support services to those living with AIDS and HIV.  My dear friends at the Imperial Court of New York produced a joyous and glittering show that had everyone's jingle bells ringing and rocking.  Emperor X Gary Cosgrove, Farrah Moans, Viagra Falls and Doris Dear of the royal philanthropic Imperial Court system were on hand to spread Holiday delights and good will.  

Mr. Paddles 2013

I was so honored to be part of New York City's libidinous history as a Celebrity Judge at the first ever Mr. Paddles contest on December 21st.  Paddles, the most notoriously exciting adult entertainment S&M nightclub on the East Coast, located at 250 West 26th Street in New York City, held a pageant to select a man who is sexy, kinky and original enough to represent the men of the scandalous and HOT nightspot.  The winner of the contest was photographer Rob Ordonez and the first runner-up was LeNair Xavier.  Other Celebrity Judges were Michael Musto of the Village Voice and Jed Ryan, Mr. Rawhide and Mr. North American Bear.  The event was hosted by adult entertainment superstar Jason Tyler and produced by Hard Drive Men events and Hunteur Vreeland.

Political Holiday Cheer

The Stonewall Democrats of New York City held its annual Holiday Party on at The LGBT Center of New York City on December 19th.  Politicians, elected Government Officials all gathered together to dream of a White Christmas and a USA where same-sex couples could legally marry in all states!  I had a merry time with Eric Bottcher of Governor Cuomo's office, Thomas Hoff Prol, legal council for NYC Department of Consumer Affairs, Senator Brad Hoyleman, NYC Council Members Letitia James and Danny Dromm, NY State Assembly Member Daniel O'Donnell, Stonewall Democrats President Melissa Sklarz, Recording Artists Lovari, and J Fortino, Dirk McCall and many others.   Stonewall Democrats of NYC was founded to represent the political ideas, ideals, concerns and priorities of the LGBT Community of New York City and New York State. 

Divas for the Holidays

'Tis the Season for tinsel, glitter and bows!  When you're a Diva, the Holiday Season is anything but a drag!  Me and some of my dear "sisters" entertained the joyous crowd at the 9th Avenue Holiday Spectacular at the luxurious Salmagundi Art and Country Club, a beautiful Victorian mansion on Manhattan's renowned Fifth Avenue on December 15th.  I performed the fabulous "Mele Kalikimuka / Hawaiian Christmas" along with friend and recording artist and SAG actor Lovari who accompanied me playing the Ukulele.  The 9th Avenue group provides support and fellowship for LGBT people who are dealing with addiction and recovery.    

Robin Byrd Live!

I had a fantastic time making a special appearance at The Robin Byrd Show Live at The Cutting Room lounge and cabaret performance space at 44 East 32nd Street in Midtown Manhattan on December 8th.  Robin, the beloved and notorious adult-entertainment Television hostess, is now presenting hot and bawdy in-the-flesh live shows every Saturday!  They feature sexy female burlesque personalities as well as hot male "boy-lesque" performance artists.  My chums Michael Musto of the Village Voice and recording artist Lovari were also joining in on the fun, where Lovari happily received an on-stage lap-dance from porn-actress and fetish model Sinnamon Love.  Also on stage were Mr. Gorgeous, Foxy Vermouth, Cuban chanteuse Margarita Pracatan and others.

Chelsea Eye Art Gala

I made a dazzling appearance at the opening Night Gala for an exciting new Art Exhibition at the Chelsea Eye Gallery at 157 West 19th Street, New York City on December 5th.  NYC's most celebrated Artists and Photographer Superstars collaborated for a tantalizing exhibition at the renowned Chelsea Eye Art Gallery!  The show was curated by dear friend Tracy Von Becker and included fascinating images from many of my artist friends like Rob Ordonez, Geary Marcello, Formika, Jeff Eason, Richie Rich, Andrew Werner, Muffinhead and more.  I arrived down the red carpet escorted by my gorgeous friend, Brazilian Male Supermodel Alex Jimenez, who looked especially handsome in a tuxedo with a turquoise bow-tie. 

Night of the Arts

Being both an artiste and a patroness of the arts, I had the most wonder time at the Third Annual Night of the Arts, a gala celebration of both Visual and Performance Art in New York City.  The event featured an exquisite gallery exhibition of original fine art as well as a concert performance with dancers, singers and recording artists.  The event took place on November 16th at The LGBT Center of New York City, 208 West 13th Street, NYC.  Featured artists included Lovari, Starring Taylor, Destiny Divine, Mykel Dicus, Timothy Bouldry, Eden Sela, Athens Reich and many others! 

Halloween Tricks AND Treats

Halloween, the time of the year when we get dressed up in outrageous costumes and hit the streets looking for "Tricks" and "Treats."  Well, for some of us, every day is Halloween!  But its even more fun when a holiday comes along where we can revel in the spookiness of the Night!  I had a ghoulish time in my designer Gothic lace skeleton gown at Amanda's Hide-A-Way (formally Carolyn's Oasis), a weekly Transgender night-out at the PL Lounge, 49 Louis Street in South Hackensack, New Jersey.  I had a great time with Amanda Lay as she spun the tunes as DJ and hostess Rita Knight, who gave us a spot-on impersonation as legendary diva Mae West.  Amanda's is a place where Male-2-Female Transgender ladies and their friends and admirers can gather in a fun yet safe space.

Miss Sobriety Fundraiser

I had a marvelous time as part of the Miss Sobriety Pageant, an ultra-glam fundraiser for the Big Apple Round Up.   The event took place on October 13th in a theater inside the Lab School at 333 West 17th Street in Chelsea, New York City. Us divas got all glamed up and sold contest votes to raise funds.  Big Apple Round Up is sponsored by Gay, Lesbian, Bi and Transgender members of Alcholics Anonymous.  They organize an annual conference based on the AA program of recovery and host events for fellowship throughout the year. 

A Tiki Shot of Love

Of course I embraced everyone with the island greeting of "aloha" at my special performance at the kitschy, funky Tiki bar, lounge and performance space, Otto's Shrunken Head at 538 East 14th Street in the East Village of New York City on October 5th.  I was in an exciting evening of song and laughter produced by artiste extraordinaire Evan Laurence called "Shot of Love."   Other performers among the bamboo and orchid walls included husband-wife music duo of Skidmore and Morphelia Von Chicken, Dani MadAsSin, Daryl Glenn and the amazing comic Angry Bob!