Festively Gay Things To Do November 6 – November 12, 2017
Now that Halloween is behind us we are easing our way into November with lots of fun things to do. Here are just a few of them to enjoy.
Tuesday, November 9, 2017
Tacos, Tequila and Tiaras; Buffa’s Bar and Restaurant; 1001 Esplanade Avenue; 8 p.m.
Tacos, Tequila, and Tiaras is a one of New Orleans’ only family friendly drag shows! Join us every Tuesday, have a taco or two, and learn a little bit about the art of drag with your hostess Vanessa Carr Kennedy! As always, $3 tacos and tequila drinks, and FREE tiaras.
Bourbon Boylesque: Oz; 800 Bourbon Street; 8:00 p.m.
See the men of Oz like you have never seen them before. The show stars Atomyc Adonis, Bobby B, Franky, Phathoms Deep and other special guests. Hosted by Trixie Minx.
Wednesday, November 8, 2017
Celebration of Life For Errol Rizzuto: Lafittes in Exile; 901 Bourbon Street; 4 – 7 p.m.
In New Orleans, we honor our friends in the best way we know how, a celebration of life party. Friends and family of the beloved Errol Rizzuto can join in the remembrance upstairs at Lafitte’s and have a dirty martini or two.
Bubbles and Bon Bons: The Forum; 3131 Veterans Blvd.; 6 – 8 p.m.
Join New Orleans Magazine for the inaugural Bubbles & Bon Bons, a sparkling soiree. This event will feature a tasting of 40 plus sparkling wines from around the world including Champagne, Cava, Prosecco and more. Indulge your sweet tooth with decedent delights from local bakeries and confection shops and enjoy a gourmet cheese and charcuterie display courtesy of 12 Season Catering. Tickets are $40 and can be found at www.myneworleans.com.
Oz Show Night: Oz; 800 Bourbon Street; 10:30 p.m.
This popular drag show is hosted by Persana Shoulders and features Nicole Lynn Foxx, Lisa Beaumann, Connie Hung, Anastascia Davenport; Chichi Rodriguez and Dominique DeLorean.
You Better Sing Karaoke; Good Friends Bar; 740 Dauphine Street; 7 p.m.
Join DJ Kory and DJ Derek as they play Karaoke at Good Friends Bar. Behind the bar slinging your drinks for you are Jeremy, Ryan, and Tim.
Thursday, November 9 and Friday, November 10, 2017
Varla Jean and Deven Green in New Orleans: Café Istanbul; 2372 St. Claude Avenue
International Chanteuse, and home-girl Varla Jean Merman, teams up with award-winning musical comic, Deven Green for two nights only! International drag chanteuse and petty criminal Varla Jean Merman is proud to host the New Orleans debut of the award-winning comic canary Deven Green for two performances only, November 9th and 10th at 8:00pm. Tickets are $25 for general admission. An extremely limited number of $40 VIP Meet & Greet packages are available. The VIP experience includes center seating, a post-show reception with the startlets, a special commemorative memento from Ms. Green, and a lingering infection from Ms. Merman. Tickets can be acquired by visiting: varlajeananddevengreen.brownpapertickets.com.
Thursday, November 9, 2017
OperaCreole Presents An Evening in Piron’s Garden: Marigny Opera House; 725 St. Ferdinand Street; 7 – 10 p.m.
Join OperaCréole and special jazz guests Dr. Michael White, Don Vappie, John Boutté, Anais St. John, and pianist Michael Torregano back in 1927! We will recreate the fabulously elegant center of Creole entertainment and high society- the rooftop garden of the Pythian Temple- at our home venue, and help us raise funds to keep our important music alive. There will be fabulous small bites and 20’s themed mocktails, a wonderful opera and jazz performance, and roaring 20’s attire is encouraged! Don’t miss out…it promises to be the bee’s knees! Tickets can be bought at
https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/3114998.
OperaCréole singers for this concert: Tyrone Chambers, tenor; Tyrone Hayes, baritone; Givonna Joseph, mezzo-soprano, Founder; Aria M. Mason, mezzo-soprano, Founder; Prentiss Mouton, tenor; Brandon Richardson, baritone; Mark Anthony Thomas, tenor; Dr. Wilfred Delphin, piano
Schedule: Mocktails and light refreshments: 7-8 p.m.; Concert and dancing: 8-10 p.m.
The Jeff D Comedy Cabaret; Oz; 800 Bourbon Street; 10 p.m.
The Comedy Cabaret stars Jeff D. featuring Gia Giavanni. Enjoy hilarious comedians, amazing talent and the Ladies of Oz.
Strip Off: Oz; 800 Bourbon Street; midnight
Persana Shoulders hosts the Strip Off every Thursday night. Sign up begins at 11 p.m. and the show features a spotlight performance by Miss Gay Louisiana America 2013 Mercedes Ellis Loreal. Winners receive
1st PLACE – $100 Cash • 2nd PLACE – $50 Bar tab
Nola’s Got Talent Cycle 3: The Four Seasons Bar; 3229 N. Causeway Blvd; 9: 30 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Cycle 3 Episode 3 now has four new Carnival Kings to tantalize and tease your senses. The show is 21+ with $3 cover. The show starts at 10:30 p.m. doors open 9:30 p.m.
Friday, November 10, 2017
Mighty Brother Masquerade Pool Party: The Drifter Hotel; 3522 Tulane Avenue; 5 – 10 p.m.
Sip, Dip and Drift with Mighty Brother as they celebrate their record release with an “Animal Masquerade Pool Party”.
The Victory Ball: The National World War 2 Museum; 945 Magazine Street; 7 – 10 p.m.
The Museum will kick off Veterans Day weekend on November 10 with music, dancing, fine food and drink, and a salute to veterans and servicemembers. For tickets, go to www.victory-ball.org.
Miss Gay Northshore LA USofA Pageant: Billy’s Lounge; 2600 Gause Blvd.; 8 p.m – 2 a.m.
Introducing the 3rd preliminary to Miss Gay Louisiana USofA 2018. They will present the first annual “Miss Gay Northshore LA USOfA 2018 Pageant” to be held at Billy’s Lounge in Slidell Louisiana, promoted by Dominique DeLorean & Lawrence Joseph.
Howling Success Patron Party & Gala: Hyatt Regency; 601 Loyola Avenue; 7 p.m. – midnight
Join LA-SPCA for the 39th Annual Howling Success Patron Party & Gala. The Hyatt Regency’s Empire Ballroom will be transported through space to celebrate our theme “Out of this World!” Celebrate your support of animals while enjoying cosmic cocktails, open bars, 25+ irresistible restaurants, live entertainment and more! Enjoy specialty acts throughout the night and stellar silent auctions all while you mingle with local and honorary Celebrity Chairs, actor Chris Chalk, actor Timon Kyle Durrett, pop & rock icon Bryan Ferry, director and producer Leslie Iwerks, actress and comedian Carla Jimenez, actor Phillip P Keene, actress Marisol Nichols, musician Amanda Shaw, actress and host Jill Wagner, celebrity trainer and actor Aaron Williamson and more. Howling Success is the area’s most unique fundraiser and supports the more than 43,000+ animals that come through our doors every year. Your support of Howling Success allows us to continue positively affecting families and their furry, feathered and hoofed companions throughout our region. Visit www.la-spca.org/HowlingSuccess for more information.
Lords of Leather – Military Appreciation Beer Bust!: The Phoenix; 941 Elysian Fields Avenue; 9 p.m. – midnight
Wear your hottest military gear while you show support for our military and the military aesthetic! $10 Beer Bust (unlimited keg beer); snacks, sodas, and $1 Jello Shots. Leather Love and Laughter are always free! Funds go toward Bal Masque XXXV to be held on Sunday, February 11, 2018 at 8pm (The Alario Center in Westwego).
Big Easy Boylesque: The Four Seasons Bar; 3229 N. Causeway Blvd.; 10:45 p.m.
Scorpio Boys Entertainment presents : Big Easy Boylesque featuring the talents of Eros S Guillen , Poseidon S Davenport , Midnight Ryder , Trey Ming , and International Burlesque Star Bella Blue! Show time 10:45 pm.
Friday, November 10 – Sunday, November 26, 2017
Thrill Me: The Leopold and Loeb Story; Allways Lounge; 2240 St. Claude Avenue; 8 p.m.
See ‘Em On Stage: A Production Company, the Big Easy Award-winning theater troupe presents Thrill Me: The Leopold and Loeb Story. This critically-acclaimed and award-winning Off-Broadway musical (Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Awards nominee—Best Off-Broadway Musical) tells the true-life terrible tale of the horrific 1924 murder committed by the notorious “thrill killers” Nathan Leopld and Richard Loeb. The production opens on November 10th and runs the 11th, 12th, 17th, 18th, 19th, 24th, 25th, and 26th at The AllWays Theatre. All showtimes are 8pm. Find tickets at www.seosaproductioncompany.com
Saturday, November 11, 2017
Coffee Talk: New Orleans Healing Center; 2372 St. Claude Avenue, Suite 230; 10 – 11:30 a.m.
This month’s topic is stress management with moderator Dr. Lynn Friedman.
Cornucopia – A Drag Brunch and Benefit for Women with a Vision: 1225 Mandeville Street; 12: 30 – 2:30 p.m.
Join Women with a Vision for Cornucopia: an Autumnal Drag Brunch and Benefit. Women with a Vision is a community based non-profit created by and for women of color in New Orleans and the surrounding region, and we’re incredibly excited to be donating 100% of this brunch’s profits to their cause. Tickets for Cornucopia are only $35. They’re serving you bottomless mimosas, three courses of brunch, and a whole lotta drag.
Performances by Miss Pageant 2017 & our cover girl, Franky, Tarah Cards, Smokestack Lightning and hosted by Kimberly Clark. For tickets, go to www.probablythis.com.
New Orleans Book Festival: Big Lake at City Park; 1 – 7 p.m.
The New Orleans Book Festival is kicking off the City’s official Tricentennial celebrations with books, live music, food, and fireworks! Come out to the free event at Big Lake at City Park to meet and hear from national and local authors, enjoy popular dishes from local restaurants and food trucks, and join in games and activities for readers of all ages!
At 5:30 p.m., the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra will perform and at 7 p.m., be thrilled by a fireworks display, officially kicking off the celebration of New Orleans’ 300th anniversary! For more info, visit nolabookfest.org.
Third Annual Oracle Gala: Joy Theatre; 1200 Canal Street; 7 – 10 p.m.
Don your glad rags, grab your giggle water and ankle on over for an evening of Jazz, gin, and jollies in support of the LGBT+ Archives Project of Louisiana and this year’s Oracle Gala honoree BreakOUT! The Third Annual Oracle Gala will have a 1920s theme. The gala will celebrate the donation of BreakOUT’s archival materials to the Newcomb Archive. There will be a silent auction featuring amazing art and collectibles, a 50/50 raffle, and much more. Cocktail attire suggested, 1920s costume encouraged. Admission is $50 per ticket, or $40 for members only. To become a member, renew your existing membership, or buy tickets, go to www.lgbtarchiveslouisian.org.
Risque – The Sultry Side of Drag: Allways Lounge; 2240 St. Claude Avenue; 10:30 p.m.
Risque” is back on stage at Allways Lounge with no cover. Starring Johnny Passion, Monique Michaels-Alexander, Pussy Hertz and special guest star Miss Louisiana Leatherete Ilaynnah Eve.
Craft Cocktail Night: Mo’s Chalet; 3201 Houma Blvd.; 9 p.m.
Come out to have cocktails and get ready for Holidays! Mingle and talk about holiday plans and more. Always great time at ShakeNOStirred events. Great dance floor and no cover.
Sunday, November 12, 2017
Oz Show Night: Oz; 800 Bourbon Street; 9:30 p.m.
This popular drag show is hosted by Persana Shoulders and features Nicole Lynn Foxx, Lisa Beaumann, Connie Hung, Anastascia Davenport; Chichi Rodriguez and Dominique DeLorean.
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