Just because Carnival is over, does not mean the party stops in NOLA! Here are just a few Festively Gay Things To Do to shake away your post-Mardi Gras blues!
#1. Monday, February 15, 2016
If Monday’s such a DRAG, why not have a KIKI! Now you can catch some of your favorite queens (even a few new ones) at Big Mama’s Lounge at the House House of Blues New Orleans (229 Decatur Street) for a good, old-fashioned DRAG SHOW starting at 7 p.m. Joining hostess Nicole Lynn Foxx are special guests Mercedes E. L’Oreal and Latonia Dupree Black. These is no cover. For more info, visit houseofblues.com or contact (504) 310-4999.
#2. Tuesday – Sunday, February 16 – 21, 2016
Let’s get kinky at The Saenger Theatre (1111 Canal Street). KINKY BOOTS is the exhilarating Broadway musical that will lift your spirits to new high-heeled heights. Winner of 6 Tony Awards® including BEST MUSICAL, this inspirational story follows a struggling shoe factory owner who works to turn his business around with help from Lola, a fabulous entertainer in need of some sturdy stilettos. Together, this unlikely pair finds that they have more in common than they ever dreamed possible… proving that when you change your mind about someone, you can change your whole world. Inspired by a true story, KINKY BOOTS features a joyous, Tony®-winning score by Cyndi Lauper, direction and Tony-winning choreography by Jerry Mitchell and a hilarious, uplifting book by four-time Tony winner Harvey Fierstein. This new musical is the winner of 6 Tony Awards® including Best Musical and Best Original Score and has the biggest heart on Broadway.
Showtimes are Tuesday through Thursday and Sunday at 7:30pm, Friday and Saturday at 8:00pm, Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. For tickets and more information, go to www.saengernola.com.
#3. Thursday, February 18, 2016
Mardi Gras may be over but the sordid times do not end. Come out and see DEL SHORES SINgularly SORDID at the Allways Lounge (2240 St Claude Ave). Del Shores, the creator of Sordid Lives the hit comedy film from 2000, is back with all new hysterical, sordid stories. Del discusses the unexpected comedy of returning to the world of dating after divorce in your 50s. Tinder, Grindr, Scruff, OkCupid–oh, sh*t, sometimes it’s just too damn much! He shares a litany of bad dates and the trials and tribulations of being on the prowl again when you are a “minor gay celebrity”. The censors will be absent; F bombs will fly and if you are easily offended–stay home. For more information, go to www.DELSHORES.TIX.COM.
#4. Saturday, February 20, 2016
The cast of EXOTIQUE presents very first “Miss EXOTIQUE Pageant 2016” at the Four Seasons (3229 N. Causeway Blvd.) starting at 9 p.m. This new pageant is sure to be entertaining. The theme for this very first Miss EXOTIQUE Pageant is “Exotic wonders of the world. Categories and guidelines include Presentation: (Costume yourself as exotic as possible and have a 30 second introduction prepared letting us know who you are, what exotic creature or thing you are, and why you should be chosen Miss EXOTIQUE 2016.)
Talent: (one number up to 5 minutes long. You may sing live or lip sync. You may not have any other people with you on stage during your talent. You may not leave the stage. You may not accept tips.)
Evening Wear: Gowns must be at least to your ankles. Your gown can have slits. You may have a train.
The Miss EXOTIQUE winner will receive a brand new tiara, Miss EXOTIQUE 2016 sash, $100 cash, and a permanent spot in the EXOTIQUE show cast, a beautiful floral bouquet, and more prizes to be announced. (1st runner up: $50 cash prize and a floral bouquet). If you are interested in being a contestant in the Miss EXOTIQUE Pageant 2016 contact me via messenger at John Joseph Delgadillo or email me at cuttingedgediva@yahoo.com.
#5. Saturday, February 20, 2016
Join Cutter’s (706 Franklin Ave.) for the February edition of Unleashed starting at 10 p.m. This month’s show features an even wider variety of performers than past shows such joining your host Jack Inman. The cast includes Monique Michaels Alexander, Christy LaRitz, Reverend Syd, Lady Godiva, Ben Hively and Michael. Something for everyone- guaranteed! Never a cover. Cheap drinks. Friendly faces.
#6. Saturday, February 20, 2016
Join the excitement at the second installment of @ANDROG: A Genderless Dance Party at The Voodoo Lounge(718 N. Rampart St.) There is going to be an ALIEN TAKEOVER this time with extra-galactic vibes and sounds by DJ FIVE (Johnny Sanders). Don’t forget about the coed “HOT BODY/HARD BODY” contest at midnight – this time they’ll be looking for the best EXTRATERRESTRIAL look. Sign up with their yummy gogo dancers, Kwan & Diem – all prizes sponsored by The Sex Sensei. There will be performances by another fav and special guest – Ladee Lucerne and Nicole Lynn Foxx. Doors open at 10 p.m. and there is a $5 Cover.
Sunday, February 21, 2016
Want to be a part of Gay Carnival and help raise money and awareness for LGBT-centered charities? Mae fabulous friends, lifelong connections, and wear a fabulous costume for hundreds of people when you are part of a Gay Mardi Gras Krewe. Come out to Tulane Ave. Bar & Grill (3813 Tulane Avenue) in Midcity to join the Krewe of Petronius, the Grande Dame of Gay Carnival for their rush party from 4 – 6 p.m. The Krewe of Petronius is Gay Carnival’s oldest Mardi Gras krewe, established in 1961, and they are now accepting applications for new membership.