Top Festively Gay Things to Do This Week (September 14 – September 20, 2015)
Summer is winding down and fall is right around the corner, you can feel it in the air. In NOLA, the official holiday season starts with Labor Day, so get ready for the next four months of exciting things to do. Here are just a few festively gay things to do this week.
#1. Tuesday, September 15 – Sunday, September 20, 2015
I cannot wait to be part of his world when the Little Mermaid comes swimming into the Saenger Theatre (1111 Canal Street). In a magical kingdom fathoms below, we meet Ariel, the little mermaid who is tired of flipping her fins and longs to be part of the fascinating world on dry land. Joining her are Sebastian, Ariel’s crabby sidekick; Ursula, the evil sea witch; Triton, King of the Sea and the handsome and human Prince Eric. Based on the Disney animated film and hit Broadway musical, The Little Mermaid is making its New Orleans debut. So dive on in! Life is the Bubbles, under the sea! Times are 7:30 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday and Sunday at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday with a 2 p.m. show on Saturday. For tickets and more information, go to www.saengernola.com.
#2. Friday, September 18, 2015
Get ready for another fabulous installment of Johnny Passion’s LaFamilia Variety Drag Show at the Four Seasons Bar (3229 North Causeway Boulevard). Southern Decadence Grand Marshal Misti Ates (aka Johnny Passion) is joined by Starr Alexander, Alexis Daniels, Sydney McMath and Devon. Showtime is 10 p.m. and there is not cover.
#3. Friday, September 18, 2015
New Orleans-based burlesque and variety troupe The Society of Sin presents a new burlesque revue at the Eiffel Society (2040 St. Charles Avenue) called “Take It Off Broadway” – a burlesque ode to the troupe’s favorite Broadway musicals. The show will feature acts from popular musicals such as Wicked, Chicago, Into the Woods, Les Miserables, Beauty and the Beast, Cabaret, and more. Doors are at 7 p.m. and the show begins at 8 p.m. Tickets are currently available online at http://broadwayburlesque.eventbrite.com at the discounted rate of $10 for General Admission and will be available at the door the night of the show for $15. A limited number of VIP tickets are available for $20 each for a seat at a one of the stage-side tables and also include express entry into the show. “Take It Off Broadway” features boylesque performer Danger Rockwell hosting as The Phantom of The Opera, as he leads audience on a sparkly musical adventure through some of the most beloved Broadway musicals of all time with the added element of striptease. Performers include Stevie Poundcake, Queenie O’Hart, Cherry Bombshell, and Xena Zeit-Geist.
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#4. Saturday, September 19, 2015
Are you ready for some leather. Come out to the Phoenix (941 Elysian Fields Avenue) for the NOLA Leather To Geaux Beer Bust starting at 9 p.m. Have some fun with the guys putting together a NOLA leather weekend in October. They are having a beer bust just to give you a taste you of what our upcoming weekend will be like. The beer bust will be following “the Big Easy Sisters” Bingo. Beer bust is $10 but come dressed in your leather or gear and get it for $5. They will also have some Jell-O shots. Hang out and get information a0bout NOLA Leather to Geaux.
#5. Saturday, September 19, 2015
Not able to make Burning Man this year well New Orleans has its own unique and less famous version of this celebration. Once a year, tens of twenties of people gather in St Patrick’s Park in Midcity (4700 Baudin Street) to create Cirque D’so-lame, a temporary metropolis dedicated to vulgarity, beet worship, self-gratification and old timey carny fun. In this den of iniquity, all are welcome. This year Inane Clown Posse Presents: Cirque D’So-lame 5: FLAMING MAN! All of your favorite games and events will return! New features (and failures) will surprise, amaze and disgust! Visit our all new Circus sideshow area! This year’s Birth Canal: heavy flow edition will be juicier than ever! Will you be the one to be lard and feathered? A $10 donation to the Mystic Krewe of Inane grants you entry to all of the madness, access to kegs of beer, performances and debauchery. Bring cash for food and games chances. VIP entrance including luxury glamping tent, unlimited access to the waterslide, and VIP drinks in the air conditioned is available at the door. Cirque D’So-Lame is a 21+ event. Mystic Krewe of Inane is not responsible for any physical injury or PTSD you experience as a result of this event. Play at your own risk. For more information, go to www.twatlife.com.
#6. Saturday, September 19, 2015
I love a good sequel and this one is looking like it is going to be awesome. Come to the Tulane Avenue Bar (3813 Tulane Avenue) for the second edition of BOMBSHELLS ON THE AVENUE starring Lana O’Day, Nicole Lynn Foxx, Karli LaCorre, and special guests. There will have a two part show at 9 and 11p.m. with a $5 cover.
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#7. Saturday, September 19, 2015
Come out and support fundraising guru Toby Lefort at his annual Sponsorship Party and Auction at the Four Seasons (3229 North Causeway Boulevard). Enjoy a great evening with snacks and auctions benefitting his NO/AIDS Walk fund. Party starts at 8pm and auction starts at 10pm with a $5 donation at the door.
#8. Saturday, September 19, 2015
Jack Inman presents Unleashed, A twisted show featuring your favorite Drag Kings, Drag Queens and everyone in between at Cutter’s (706 Franklin Avenue). There is no cover for the show that starts at 10:30 p.m. The cast includes Mr. Jack Inman, Solitaire, Crystal Farmer, Napoleon Bonerparte, Nikcole Sweetington, Lady Godiva and more.
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