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MAL Drag Celebration held at Red Bear Brewing

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January 14, 2023

Amara Lee Dupree performs at 'Leather Weather: MAL Drag Celebration' at Red Bear Brewing Co. on Friday. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

Desiree Dik hosted a drag show celebrating Mid-Atlantic Leather Weekend, “Leather Weather,” at Red Bear Brewing Company on Friday, Jan. 13. Performers included Evry Pleasure, Crystal Edge, Amara Lee Dupree and Dr. Torcher.

(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)

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