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Sherry Vine has launched gaySVTVworld, an online gay channel. Find her on YouTube. (Photo courtesy Project Publicity)
Some events defy our usual categories. Here are a few.
On Monday, March 7, Sons of an Illustrious Father, a trio featuring queer actor/drummer Ezra Miller, plays DC9 at 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $12. Details at dcnine.com.
On Sunday, March 13 at 4 p.m., the Young Artists of America at Strathmore perform the youth premiere of the “Children of Eden” by Stephen Schwartz, who worked as a guest mentor with local high school-aged students. The cast, orchestra and chorus will include about 350 youth from the D.C. area and 250 younger performers from North Bethesda Middle School. The performance is at the Strathmore (5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda, Md.). Details at strathmore.org.
On Friday, April 1 at 7 p.m., seven performers on a tiny platform will act out the Man of Steel’s adventures in “Superman 2050.” For ages 7 and up. It’s in the Kennedy Center Family Theater (2700 F St., N.W.). Tickets are $20. This show will also be performed on Saturday, April 2 at 1:30 and 4 p.m. and at the same times on Sunday, April 3. Details for this and all other Kennedy Center performances can be found at kennedy-center.org.
On Saturday, April 2 at 7 p.m., “Wonder Woman” actress (and LGBT ally) Lynda Carter brings her new show “Long-Legged Woman” to the Kennedy Center Terrace Theater at 7 p.m. Tickets are $25.
On April 18-19 at 8 p.m., a live performance of the hit/cult podcast “Welcome to Night Vale,” which has been called a “geeky, cultural gem,” will be performed at the Lincoln Theatre (1215 U St., N.W.). Tickets are $32.50 and available at thelincolndc.com.
On Sunday, April 24 at 7:30 p.m., Naked Magic Show will be performed at Lincoln Theater featuring nude Aussie magicians Murry and Pete. Tickets are $25-75.
Sherry Vine and former Here-TV exec Josh Rosenzweig have joined forces to launch gaySVTVworld, a new online “one-stop digital destination for all the world’s LGBTQ entertainment needs.” It launched in mid-February. Check it out at youtube.com/misssherryvine.
Harold Night, a pay-what-you-can stage for up-and-coming talent, is every Tuesday night at 8 and 9 p.m., a Washington Improv Theater event held at Source Theatre (1835 14th St., N.W.). Walk-ins welcome. Details at witdc.org/shows/harold-night. Look for more improv fun at the Fighting Improv Smackdown Tournament (FIST) also at Source on March 10 and April 9. It’s the 10th annual event that pits improv teams against each other.
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Mixtape Sapphics hosts holiday party on Dec. 13
‘Sugar & Spice’ night planned for Saturday
Mixtape Sapphics will host “Sapphic Sugar & Spice: A Naughty-Nice Mixtape Holiday Party” on Saturday, Dec. 13 at 4 p.m. at Amsterdam Lounge.
This is a festive, grown holiday party for queer women and sapphics 35 and older at Revolt’s Christmas pop-up. There will be music, joy, and an optional White Elephant.
This is Mixtape Sapphics’ first-ever holiday party — a cozy, flirty, intentionally grounded night created just for queer women and sapphics 35+ who want real connection, festive joy, and a warm place to land at the end of the year.
Tickets start at $13.26 and can be purchased on Eventbrite.
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Impulse Group DC to host fundraiser
Giving Tuesday and Happy Hour held at Thurst Lounge
Impulse Group DC, a local advocacy organization, will host “Giving Tuesday and Happy Hour” on Tuesday, Dec. 2 at 6 p.m. at Thurst Lounge.
This event is a special happy hour fundraiser filled with good vibes, great food, and community connection. DJ Obie will be on deck keeping the energy high while you enjoy tacos, cocktails, and the kind of atmosphere only Thurst can deliver.
A portion of every signature cocktail sold goes directly toward supporting Impulse Group D.C.’s work in sexual health, mental health, harm reduction, and social justice for the D.C. community.
Admission is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.
Halloween weekend is here, and here’s a list of just some of the local events if you’re looking to have a spooky good time.
Go Gay DC will host “LGBTQ+ Halloween Party” on Friday, Oct. 31 at 5 p.m. at Freddie’s Beach Bar and Restaurant. This is an opportunity to mingle with LGBTQ folk and allies. Halloween costumes are encouraged or casual beach attire is fine. Attendance is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.
Mixtape Sapphics will host “Bad Witch, Good Butch: A Sapphic Halloween Dream” on Saturday, Nov. 1 at 4 p.m. at Revolt DC. This is a halloween party for sapphics from the ages of 35 and above. There will be costumes, connection and dancing. Tickets are $13.26 and can be purchased on Eventbrite.
Taste Takeover will host “Abuela Halloween Party” on Friday, Oct. 31 at 8 p.m. at 639 Florida Ave., N.W. DJ Yani will play music and there will be a costume contest with prizes to be won. Tickets cost $17.85 and can be purchased on Eventbrite.
Metro Cabaret Club will host “Spookshow Spectacular: Dance Place After Dark Halloween Party” on Friday, Oct. 31 at 9 p.m. at Dance Place. This is D.C.’s Halloween nightlife and draglesque showcase, featuring live performances, creative marketplace, and costumed revelry. For more details and to purchase tickets, visit Eventbrite.
Punch Bowl Social will host “Halloween Bash” on Friday. Oct 31 at 9 p.m. at Punch Bowl Social Arlington. This will be a night of hauntingly good times with a killer DJ, vendors, and a costume contest. Tickets cost $12.09 and can be purchased on Eventbrite.
Thrust Lounge will host “Nightmare on 14th St.” on Friday, Oct. 31 at 5 p.m. DJ Tryfe will play music, and there’ll also be a costume contest with prizes. For more details, visit Thurst’s Instagram.
Nellie’s Sports Bar will host “Halloween Scariest Costume Contest” on Friday, Oct. 31 at 10 p.m. Guests are encouraged to bring their scariest, creepiest, most haunting look for a Halloween night they won’t forget — fueled by Casamigos and Nellie’s signature spooky fun. For more details, visit Nellie’s website.
Kiki DC will host “Kiki’s Halloween Costume Contest” on Friday, Oct. 31 at 10 p.m. This event will be hosted by Pirouette and there’ll be prizes for the top three costumes. For more details, visit Kiki’s Instagram.
Sinners and Saints will host “Heaven’s On Fire (Queer Pop Dance Party)” on Friday, Oct. 31 at 9 p.m. There will be two floors and music by Sonali Dawar, DJ Noons and Aria McIntosh. There will also be drink specials all night.
Crush Dance Bar will host a Halloween costume contest on Friday, Oct. 31 at 11 p.m. Drag queens Empress Lena and Sasha Adams will host the event. For more details, visit Crush’s Instagram.
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