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PHOTOS: Drag Me to the Disco

Four ‘RuPaul’ contestants join local performers at Howard Theatre event

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2 years ago

March 5, 2024

Drag Me to the Disco was held at Howard Theatre on Saturday, March 2. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

District Disco presented “Drag Me to the Disco” at Howard Theatre on Saturday. Performers included Mistress Isabelle Brooks, Jaida Essence Hall, Vanessa Vanjie Matteo and Luxx Noir London of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” as well as local drag performers Crimsyn, Cake Pop!, Crystal Edge and Druex Sidora. Music was provided by DJ Camb and DJ Boyyyish.

(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)

Covering Drag Me to the Disco at @HowardTheatre for @WashBlade . @luxxnoirlondon from @RuPaulsDragRace performing: pic.twitter.com/byMTzlnCwm
— Michael Patrick Key (@MichaelKeyWB) March 3, 2024

Covering Drag Me to the Disco at @HowardTheatre for @WashBlade . @VanessaVanjie from @RuPaulsDragRace performing: pic.twitter.com/bMpIY9j1Sn
— Michael Patrick Key (@MichaelKeyWB) March 3, 2024

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