PHOTOS: The Jump Off

DJs Keenan Orr and JJ202 spin ‘throwback’ set at Trade

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3 years ago

February 26, 2023

DJs JJ202 and Kennan Orr provide the dance music for 'The Jump Off' at Trade on Saturday. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

DJs Keenan Orr and JJ202 spun a “throwback” set at Trade on Saturday, Feb. 25 inspired by the long-shuttered gay bar Cobalt.

(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)

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George Takei speaks on the main stage

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George Takei was among the featured guests at Awesome Con on March 14. (Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)

The annual fantasy, comics and science fiction convention Awesome Con was held at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center on March 13-15. Featured guests included openly gay actor, author and activist, George Takei. The convention included LGBTQ panels and a “Pride Alley” with LGBTQ-specific booths in the exhibit hall.

(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)