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PHOTOS: ‘SHOOK’ at Shaker’s

Show featured Tatianna, Raja, Kerri Colby of ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’

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2 years ago

July 23, 2023

Kerri Colby and Raja of 'RuPaul's Drag Race' performed at Shaker's on Saturday, July 23. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

The new gay bar Shaker’s held its first drag show, “SHOOK,” on Saturday, July 22. The show was hosted by Crystal Edge and “RuPaul’s Drag Race” season two contestant Tatianna with performances from Druex Sidora, Kerri Colby and Raja.

(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)

Covering the opening Saturday of the new LGBTQ venue @ShakersDC for @WashBlade . Kerri Colby and Raja of @RuPaulsDragRace doing a meet-and-greet before the show: pic.twitter.com/KvU8jrmqQI
— Michael Patrick Key (@MichaelKeyWB) July 23, 2023

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PHOTOS: 10’s Across the Board

Impulse Group DC holds anniversary celebration at Bravo Bravo

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6 days ago

December 17, 2025

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Impulse Group DC's '10's Across the Board' party was held at Bravo Bravo on Sunday, Dec. 14. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

Impulse Group DC held “10’s Across the Board: A Celebration of 10 Years” at Bravo Bravo (1001 Connecticut Ave., N.W.) on Sunday, Dec. 14. Impulse Group DC is a volunteer-led 501(c)(3) and affinity group of AIDS Healthcare Foundation dedicated “to engaging, supporting, and connecting gay men” through culturally relevant health and advocacy work.

(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)

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PHOTOS: The Holiday Show

Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington performs at Lincoln Theatre

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1 week ago

December 13, 2025

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The Gay Men's Chorus of Washington performs at Lincoln Theatre. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

The Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington perform “The Holiday Show” at Lincoln Theatre (1215 U St., N.W.). Visit gmcw.org for tickets and showtimes.

(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)

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PHOTOS: Team DC holiday party

LGBTQ sports organization celebrates at Trade

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2 weeks ago

December 11, 2025

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Team DC holds a holiday party at Trade on Dec. 8. (Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)

The umbrella LGBTQ sports organization Team DC held a holiday party at Trade on Monday, Dec. 8. Attendees brought clothes and coats for a clothing drive.

(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)