Monthly Archives: June 2010
Gay Chicago Couple Heads to Toronto This Weekend to Get Married on a Float at Toronto Gay Pride!
Fireworks will be in the air
this July 4th weekend,
as over 1.3 million supporters gather to celebrate five years
of legalized same-sex marriages at the Toronto Gay Pride Festival.
To commemorate this milestone, six couples — including three from states in the U.S. where same-sex marriage is illegal — are being flown to Toronto to exchange their vows on a moving float as it makes its way through the Pride Parade – a first in Pride history.
Kevin Tindell & William Hall were selected from Chicago!
William tells their romantic story, “14 years and 4 months ago, I, Bill, decided to be happy being single and enjoy my life. I would concentrate on expanding my horizons and really take pleasure in what I already had. However, I promised myself that if I ever did see the man of my dreams, I would be proactive, brave and ask him out.
So, I really had a lot of fun, trying new things. For two months. Then, one night, I was in a Chicago bar, and saw Kevin. For a split second I tried to ignore him, because I knew he was it—he was the one. But I was having so much fun! I decided that I had to keep my promise and I went over and talked to him. He was a funny, handsome, caring 6’1” lug of a man with a huge heart. I couldn’t believe it. The love of my life was right in front of me.
I asked him out and we went on a date. Kevin says we were dating exclusively as of then. I like to think that I didn’t decide to date him exclusively for awhile, but that’s a lie. I haven’t dated anyone else since I met him. Two years later we moved in together and had a commitment ceremony. I was so happy that day that I don’t remember a lot of it. People come up to me to this day and talk about being at the ceremony and I don’t remember them.
Now, we have 3 sons, Carter, Christian and Camran, 4 dogs, Czar, Sarabi, Moses and Kimba, and a turtle, Sam. I love him as much as I ever did, if not more. My heart still beats faster whenever I see him. We are living out a life that I fantasized about when I was young, but never thought I could have because I was gay. Getting legally married would be another dream that I never thought I would be able to realize. We travel regularly (though not as much as we did pre-children) and would love to be married and recommit our vows in the fabulous city of Toronto during pride. Our story is simple but one deep with faith and family pride.”
Each couple was selected by the event sponsor, online relationship service ManCrunch.com , based on their story as to why they wanted to celebrate their love in front of the millions of supporters.
Congratulations guys! and best wishes for many more years of happiness! Have fun in Toronto this weekend!
The Big Gay Gayco Fun Comedy Show in Uptown July 15th
Remember when summer was fun,
back when “BP” stood for “Brad Pitt” and not a greasy gulf? You can keep your Pride buzz going in July when GayCo Productions presents The Big GayCo Fun Show – a variety show of hot twink talent, babydyke standups, and new twists on old camp classics.
For one night only, GayCo takes over the Annoyance Theatre (4830 N. Broadway, Chicago) to entertain audiences with a cavalcade of entertainment from the talented comedians in the GayCo family. From the fractious to the fabulous, GayCo’s brand of humor wraps vicious wit in glamorous glitter to charm while it goes for the throat.
Performances include:
Your favorite GayCo characters
Standup comedians Stace Crowley and Bradley Baloff
Members of Quixotic Sketch Comedy
Contestants from “Impress These Apes”
Comedian Tim Paul “The Homosexualist”
New short films from GayCo
A full cash bar, raffle prizes, and musical surprises make the evening a steal for the $15 ticket price. And you can feel good about your ticket purchase – GayCo doesn’t just exploit gay stereotypes for cash like network television: proceeds from this event benefit GayCo’s upcoming fall sketch comedy show.
Thursday July 15th, 8PM Tickets $15 at the Door
Annoyance Theatre, 4830 N Broadway St, Chicago, IL 60640
About GayCo Productions
GayCo Productions is the home for gay comedy. Born at the famed Second City in 1996, GayCo advances the gay agenda through hilarious, intelligent sketch comedy where gay is the given not the punch line. GayCo is based in Chicago and also sends the comedy to the people with a touring ensemble which has performed nationally, as well as in Canada and Amsterdam. For more information, visit GayCo.com .
Open Door Clinic in Elgin and Aurora
We talk so much about the city of Chicago and everything going on here, we sometimes forget about the suburbs and the LGBT communities and organizations there.
When AIDS was recognized in the early 1980’s as being a sexually transmitted disease, the Board of Directors of Open Door Clinic (ODC) felt it was important for the STD Clinic to extend its diagnostic, treatment and prevention services to include HIV/AIDS.
ODC was one of the first HIV Antibody testing sites in the State of Illinois, a service still offered today. In 1988, ODC became the first Illinois testing site to offer one-week results and can now provide results within a few days. The Clinic also offers the antigen test, which reduces the window period. In January 1993, they initiated a pilot project of a broad spectrum “early intervention” HIV Clinic (hereafter named HIV Clinic).
Among the services provided are
- laboratory testing (CD4, viral loads, etc.)
- primary physician service.
- specialist referrals.
- nutrition Counseling & supplements.
- substance abuse referrals.
- mental health referrals
- information, forms and applications for federal, state and local assistance programs
- along with professional, compassion, caring & support.
“Most significantly, we have been able to offer our clients the assurance that the clinic, its services and staff remain available throughout the illness.”
2 Clinic Locations
Elgin, IL
Open Door Clinic 164 Division Street, Suite 607 Elgin, IL 60120 Phone: 847 695-1093
Aurora, IL
Open Door Clinic 157 S. Lincoln Avenue, Room K , Aurora, IL 60505 Phone: 630 264-1819
Open Door Clinic in Elgin and Aurora
We talk so much about the city of Chicago and everything going on here, we sometimes forget about the suburbs and the LGBT communities and organizations there.
When AIDS was recognized in the early 1980’s as being a sexually transmitted disease, the Board of Directors of Open Door Clinic (ODC) felt it was important for the STD Clinic to extend its diagnostic, treatment and prevention services to include HIV/AIDS.
ODC was one of the first HIV Antibody testing sites in the State of Illinois, a service still offered today. In 1988, ODC became the first Illinois testing site to offer one-week results and can now provide results within a few days. The Clinic also offers the antigen test, which reduces the window period. In January 1993, they initiated a pilot project of a broad spectrum “early intervention” HIV Clinic (hereafter named HIV Clinic).
Among the services provided are
- laboratory testing (CD4, viral loads, etc.)
- primary physician service.
- specialist referrals.
- nutrition Counseling & supplements.
- substance abuse referrals.
- mental health referrals
- information, forms and applications for federal, state and local assistance programs
- along with professional, compassion, caring & support.
“Most significantly, we have been able to offer our clients the assurance that the clinic, its services and staff remain available throughout the illness.”
2 Clinic Locations
Elgin, IL
Open Door Clinic 164 Division Street, Suite 607 Elgin, IL 60120 Phone: 847 695-1093
Aurora, IL
Open Door Clinic 157 S. Lincoln Avenue, Room K , Aurora, IL 60505 Phone: 630 264-1819
Lightning Strikes 3 Chicago Buildings At The Same Time
Stunning photo from Craig Shimala .
“For the third time in the last 6 days, another line of nasty storms rolled through Chicago on Wednesday evening. I love coming home and being able to watch and capture nature’s beauty from my balcony. ‘Wed’s storms towered up to 63,000 ft, unleashed 80 mph gusts, local 3″+ rains and 15,000 cloud to ground lightning strikes in a single hour.”
Chicago Full Moon Fire Jam Monday June 28th
The Full Moon Fire Jam
is a FREE event that happens every Full Moon during the summer months in Chicago. Started in 2004 by a group of friends celebrating a birthday, the jams have grown in size to accommodate the increasing amount of drummers, fire spinners and families that come to enjoy.
(photo left –William Ching Photography)
It takes place on the lawns About 1/2 Mile SOUTH of Foster Ave Beach on the Lake Front. – Plenty of free parking.
Time is 8:00 this Monday, June 28th. If you want good parking and a good seat, I would advise getting there about 30 minutes early.
You will get see lots of Fire & Ultraviolet (UV) Performances – These artists continue to evolve their craft with an ever-increasing repertoire of fire and ultraviolet-based tools, weapons, and performance pieces, including, but not limited to:
* Poi, Staff & Double Staff
* Meteor
* Rope Dart, Fire Juggling
* Fire Hoop, Fire Fans
* Fire Eating and Bodywork
* Scimtars / Swords / Knives
* Snakes / Bones
* UV Flags
* Special effects like immersive fire ropes, torches, and lanterns
C’mon down to the Chicago Lakefront for this Full Moon Fire Jam performance!
Will Chicago BlackHawks Join Gay Pride Parade Next Weekend?
Will they?
or won’t they?
That is question people are pondering this week. The Chicago Blackhawks have lots of gay fans, and the Blackhawks were recently invited to be a part of this years Gay pride Parade.
The Chicago Sun-Times lists the progress thus far.
• To wit: At last check, the Chicago Gay Hockey Association was still awaiting a reply to their invite to the Chicago Blackhawks — and the Stanley Cup — to join them at the parade.
• The buckshot: “We’re optimistic, but we know the realistic chances of, say, Patrick Sharp or Jonathan Toews joining us for the Pride Parade are slim,” said CGHA president Andrew Sobotka.
• The upshot: “But who knows . . . our goal of having some of the players . . . skate alongside of us in the Pride Parade was to really let the Blackhawks know that there is a strong interest in hockey within the gay community,” he added.
• The parting shot: “We would be honored to have the Hawks organization show their support by being there,” said CGHA member Tony Tiet. The invite is to all the Hawks players, coaches, broadcasters, front office personnel and even the Stanley Cup itself.
CGHA member David Stefanski told sports blog Puck Daddy the following: ‘”The Blackhawks have never had a float in the pride parade as far as we know,’ he said. ‘They have a very good opportunity to reach out to a community that they wouldn’t reach.'”
UPDATE!
Chicago Blackhawk Brent Sopel, his wife, his four kids, and the Stanley Cup will represent the team in Chicago’s Gay Pride parade this Sunday, the Sun Times reports.
Said President John McDonough, who is sending the cup from the NHL Draft in L.A.: “The power of the Cup is incomprehensible, and we recognize the importance of doing this. It’s important for the city and important for the franchise…The Stanley Cup has become the biggest celebrity of all. It has its own personality and charm. We will be proud to participate in the parade. And Brent Sopel is one of the truly great guys. To have the cup part of the parade is just another great part of the celebration.”
Sopel will be marching in honor of the late Brendan Burke, who died earlier this year in a car accident after breaking barriers in the hockey world by discussing his sexuality in Sports Illustrated with his father, Maple Leafs General Manager Brian Burke.
Said Sopel: “When Brendan came out, Brian stood by him, and his whole family stood by him, like every family should. We teach our kids about accepting everybody. Tolerate everybody, to understand where everyone is coming from.”
The Chicago Cubs will also have a float in the parade, for the first time, and Ernie Banks will ride on it.
Will Chicago BlackHawks Join Gay Pride Parade Next Weekend?
Will they?
or won’t they?
That is question people are pondering this week. The Chicago Blackhawks have lots of gay fans, and the Blackhawks were recently invited to be a part of this years Gay pride Parade.
The Chicago Sun-Times lists the progress thus far.
• To wit: At last check, the Chicago Gay Hockey Association was still awaiting a reply to their invite to the Chicago Blackhawks — and the Stanley Cup — to join them at the parade.
• The buckshot: “We’re optimistic, but we know the realistic chances of, say, Patrick Sharp or Jonathan Toews joining us for the Pride Parade are slim,” said CGHA president Andrew Sobotka.
• The upshot: “But who knows . . . our goal of having some of the players . . . skate alongside of us in the Pride Parade was to really let the Blackhawks know that there is a strong interest in hockey within the gay community,” he added.
• The parting shot: “We would be honored to have the Hawks organization show their support by being there,” said CGHA member Tony Tiet. The invite is to all the Hawks players, coaches, broadcasters, front office personnel and even the Stanley Cup itself.
CGHA member David Stefanski told sports blog Puck Daddy the following: ‘”The Blackhawks have never had a float in the pride parade as far as we know,’ he said. ‘They have a very good opportunity to reach out to a community that they wouldn’t reach.'”
UPDATE!
Chicago Blackhawk Brent Sopel, his wife, his four kids, and the Stanley Cup will represent the team in Chicago’s Gay Pride parade this Sunday, the Sun Times reports.
Said President John McDonough, who is sending the cup from the NHL Draft in L.A.: “The power of the Cup is incomprehensible, and we recognize the importance of doing this. It’s important for the city and important for the franchise…The Stanley Cup has become the biggest celebrity of all. It has its own personality and charm. We will be proud to participate in the parade. And Brent Sopel is one of the truly great guys. To have the cup part of the parade is just another great part of the celebration.”
Sopel will be marching in honor of the late Brendan Burke, who died earlier this year in a car accident after breaking barriers in the hockey world by discussing his sexuality in Sports Illustrated with his father, Maple Leafs General Manager Brian Burke.
Said Sopel: “When Brendan came out, Brian stood by him, and his whole family stood by him, like every family should. We teach our kids about accepting everybody. Tolerate everybody, to understand where everyone is coming from.”
The Chicago Cubs will also have a float in the parade, for the first time, and Ernie Banks will ride on it.
James Cappleman to Take on Helen Shiller in Uptown!
“I’ve always been a grassroots activist,” says Uptown resident James Cappleman. No kidding: The social worker’s résumé is about a mile long and includes cofounding a homeless shelter, receiving the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Humanitarian Award, working with HIV service organizations and presiding over the Uptown Chicago Commission.
But his latest endeavor—running for alderman of the highly polarized 46th Ward—could lead to big changes in Uptown. That’s because Cappleman is taking on Helen Shiller, the ward’s alderman for the past 20 years. Her supporters say she’s a strong advocate for the poor, but critics say the neighborhood’s high crime rate and large homeless population mean it’s time for a change (check out What The Helen for some of their complaints). I can attest to that, we live in the hood of Uptown and frequently witness drug deals out in the open and hear random gun shots! WE DESERVE BETTER!
This past Saturday, June 19 on one of the most beautiful blocks in Uptown – Sunnyside Garden Mall at 4500 N. Malden St. – James Cappleman kicked off his second bid to win election as alderman of Chicago’s 46th Ward.
“This is a community that wants to have some say in how decisions are made,” Cappleman says. “They feel left out. There’s a lot of anger.” Although Shiller has trounced challengers in the past, Cappleman feels confident. “We’re using the two areas where Shiller has always based a lot of her support: the poor and the gay community,” he says. “And here I am an advocate for the poor, and I’m an openly gay man.”
VOTE FOR CAPPLEMAN! James for Change
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James Cappleman to Take on Helen Shiller in Uptown!
“I’ve always been a grassroots activist,” says Uptown resident James Cappleman. No kidding: The social worker’s résumé is about a mile long and includes cofounding a homeless shelter, receiving the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Humanitarian Award, working with HIV service organizations and presiding over the Uptown Chicago Commission.
But his latest endeavor—running for alderman of the highly polarized 46th Ward—could lead to big changes in Uptown. That’s because Cappleman is taking on Helen Shiller, the ward’s alderman for the past 20 years. Her supporters say she’s a strong advocate for the poor, but critics say the neighborhood’s high crime rate and large homeless population mean it’s time for a change (check out What The Helen for some of their complaints). I can attest to that, we live in the hood of Uptown and frequently witness drug deals out in the open and hear random gun shots! WE DESERVE BETTER!
This past Saturday, June 19 on one of the most beautiful blocks in Uptown – Sunnyside Garden Mall at 4500 N. Malden St. – James Cappleman kicked off his second bid to win election as alderman of Chicago’s 46th Ward.
“This is a community that wants to have some say in how decisions are made,” Cappleman says. “They feel left out. There’s a lot of anger.” Although Shiller has trounced challengers in the past, Cappleman feels confident. “We’re using the two areas where Shiller has always based a lot of her support: the poor and the gay community,” he says. “And here I am an advocate for the poor, and I’m an openly gay man.”
VOTE FOR CAPPLEMAN! James for Change
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Pride and Joy LGBT Hall of Fame Party Monday June 21
Chicago is the only known municipality that so honors its LGBT residents.
The Hall of Fame not only pays tribute to individuals and organizations but also documents the communities’ heritage and diversity through its annual publication and its Web site GL HALL OF FAME .
On Monday, June 21, the Chicago Gay and Lesbian Hall of Fame will host its annual Pride and Joy Reception from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Circuit Night Club, 3641 N. Halsted Street. Tickets are $10, available at the door.
The evening will feature a fabulous buffet of heavy hors d’oeuvres. Entertainment will be provided by the supremely talented Circuit Night Club cast.
The Hall of Fame recognizes the volunteer and professional achievements of lesbians and gay men, their organizations, and their friends, as well as their contributions to the lesbian and gay community and to the City of Chicago. This is a unique tribute to dedicated individuals and organizations whose services have improved the quality of life for all of Chicago’s citizens.
Induction into the Hall of Fame symbolizes that the recipient either has made a contribution with far-reaching effects on the quality of life for Chicago’s lesbian and gay community or the city of Chicago, or has made a significant long-term contribution to the well-being of Chicago’s lesbian and gay community.
Pride and Joy LGBT Hall of Fame Party Monday June 21
Chicago is the only known municipality that so honors its LGBT residents.
The Hall of Fame not only pays tribute to individuals and organizations but also documents the communities’ heritage and diversity through its annual publication and its Web site GL HALL OF FAME .
On Monday, June 21, the Chicago Gay and Lesbian Hall of Fame will host its annual Pride and Joy Reception from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Circuit Night Club, 3641 N. Halsted Street. Tickets are $10, available at the door.
The evening will feature a fabulous buffet of heavy hors d’oeuvres. Entertainment will be provided by the supremely talented Circuit Night Club cast.
The Hall of Fame recognizes the volunteer and professional achievements of lesbians and gay men, their organizations, and their friends, as well as their contributions to the lesbian and gay community and to the City of Chicago. This is a unique tribute to dedicated individuals and organizations whose services have improved the quality of life for all of Chicago’s citizens.
Induction into the Hall of Fame symbolizes that the recipient either has made a contribution with far-reaching effects on the quality of life for Chicago’s lesbian and gay community or the city of Chicago, or has made a significant long-term contribution to the well-being of Chicago’s lesbian and gay community.
Kit Kat Offering the Best Dinner Deal in Boystown on Mondays
KIT KAT LOUNGE in Boystown has long been known for their half-priced drinks on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Then on Wednesdays, they also started offering “buy an entree – get one free!” What an amazing deal!
Now they have went one step further with a Monday Night promotion – 50% off your ENTIRE BILL! That has got to be the best deal in all of CHICAGO! Where else can you enjoy the intimate surroundings of a cool supper club, fine cuisine as well as top notch entertainment, for 50% off?!
Speaking of their top notch entertainment, Kathryn Cole is one of my favorite performers (though it’s hard to choose, really). Born and raised in Melbourne, Australia, Kathryn worked by day as a professional Hair/makeup artist doing studio, catwalk, film and television projects, and by night as one of Melbourne’s leading “cabaret” showgirls.
Kathryn worked in every major nightclub in her area and toured with the famous “Les Girls” Revue and “Chestnuts International” . She is the authentic “Aussie Barbie”, and has also made many TV and film appearances in her native country.
She left Australia 3 years ago to find love and happiness in Chicago and has recently started her own image consulting company (CHIC Chicago Image Consultants ) . “We will teach you how to create and take an original look to completion while improving your personal style from head to toe that will suit your age, career, personality and lifestyle choices.
Even at home. Your home is your sanctuary, and you should feel at ease and comfortable in your surroundings. CHIC can help transform any interior space through color choices, accents, plants and more.” says Kathryn.
Kathryn is thrilled to be also working at the world famous Kit Kat Lounge and you can check the schedule at Kit Kat online to see when she is performing. You can usually find here there 7-10 nights a month.
She exudes a glamorous beauty and charm a always delivers a show-stopping performance as she impersonates iconic performers and serenades patrons.
On Gay Pride Day, Sunday June 27th,
Kit Kat will open early starting at 11am
Join KIT KAT and Kathryn Cole on FaceBook!
Kit Kat Offering the Best Dinner Deal in Boystown on Mondays
KIT KAT LOUNGE in Boystown has long been known for their half-priced drinks on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Then on Wednesdays, they also started offering “buy an entree – get one free!” What an amazing deal!
Now they have went one step further with a Monday Night promotion – 50% off your ENTIRE BILL! That has got to be the best deal in all of CHICAGO! Where else can you enjoy the intimate surroundings of a cool supper club, fine cuisine as well as top notch entertainment, for 50% off?!
Speaking of their top notch entertainment, Kathryn Cole is one of my favorite performers (though it’s hard to choose, really). Born and raised in Melbourne, Australia, Kathryn worked by day as a professional Hair/makeup artist doing studio, catwalk, film and television projects, and by night as one of Melbourne’s leading “cabaret” showgirls.
Kathryn worked in every major nightclub in her area and toured with the famous “Les Girls” Revue and “Chestnuts International” . She is the authentic “Aussie Barbie”, and has also made many TV and film appearances in her native country.
She left Australia 3 years ago to find love and happiness in Chicago and has recently started her own image consulting company (CHIC Chicago Image Consultants ) . “We will teach you how to create and take an original look to completion while improving your personal style from head to toe that will suit your age, career, personality and lifestyle choices.
Even at home. Your home is your sanctuary, and you should feel at ease and comfortable in your surroundings. CHIC can help transform any interior space through color choices, accents, plants and more.” says Kathryn.
Kathryn is thrilled to be also working at the world famous Kit Kat Lounge and you can check the schedule at Kit Kat online to see when she is performing. You can usually find here there 7-10 nights a month.
She exudes a glamorous beauty and charm a always delivers a show-stopping performance as she impersonates iconic performers and serenades patrons.
On Gay Pride Day, Sunday June 27th,
Kit Kat will open early starting at 11am
Join KIT KAT and Kathryn Cole on FaceBook!
After Gay Pride T-Dance with Matthew Harvat at Max Bar
When the Chicago gay pride parade
is over, then what?
How about a T-dance to
continue the Pride Celebration?!
Fresh off the sold out International Mr Leather “Victory Party” event at House Of Blues featuring DJ Matthew Harvat, Circuit MOM Productions , Inc brings you “T-Licious”, a classic T-dance immediately following the Gay Pride Parade on Sunday, June, 27, 2010 from 4p-10p.
Join us at the super sexy MAXBAR in Lincoln Park for an awesome set of classic tracks and hot beats keep you moving well into the night. Once again, Chicago’s hometown DJ Matthew Harvat will spin you into a frenzy!
If you have never been to a Matthew Harvat party, Pride day will be the perfect time to hear him spin and keep your energy up. By working with top name DJ’s in the business, Matthew has developed a synergy of tribal, house, anthems, vocals and classics that keeps everyone’s hands in the air and the dance floors packed.
He has gathered rare mixes from personal collections of some of today’s hottest producers to use in his own sets to keep his audiences wanting more.
MAX BAR is located at 2247 N. Lincoln, near Fullerton, just a short hop, skip and jump from Boystown!
$10 at the door
Guaranteed LICKABLE GO-GO GODS.
Joe DiPietro in Chicago for his Play F**KING MEN
TONY AWARD winner Joe DiPietro will be in Chicago this weekend for his show F**KING MEN.
His latest play observes the sex lives of the modern urban gay American male. Conceived as a noir-riff on Arthur Schnitzler’s 19th century play, LA RONDE, the play examines ten men from all walks of life as they negotiate the before and after of lust, love, betrayal and the pursuit of sex and emotional connection. Funny, poignant, sometimes dramatic, always provocative and sexy, the show has been a runaway success in Los Angeles and London. The Los Angeles Times said, “Pungent insight infiltrates F**KING MEN.” The Times (London) called it “genuinely provocative.” It’s outrageous comedy of gay sexual manners!
Joe DiPietro is the author of I LOVE YOU, YOU’RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE! and ALL SHOOK UP. His most recent musical, MEMPHIS, was nominated for eight Tony awards, won three, and also received the Drama Desk Award and Outer Critics Circle Award for Best Musical.
Preview performances for this Chicago premiere begin June 18 at the Theatre Building Chicago, 1225 W. Belmont, and Opening Night is scheduled at 8pm on Saturday June 26 during Chicago Pride weekend. Mr. DiPietro and director Tom Mullen will participate in audience talk-back sessions after both the June 18 and June 20 performances.
General admission tickets are $25. Special Reserved seating is available for $30. All general admission tickets ordered before June 25 are $20 using the discount code PRESALE.
Student and Industry rush tickets will be available at the door for $15 at every Sunday performance. Group (6+) tickets are $20.00. To purchase tickets, call the Theater Building Chicago / Stage 773 box office at 773-327-5252, or TicketMaster .
The show is being presented by Bailiwick Chicago and they have launched a dedicated web site for the production with photos, videos, and additional information about the show at F Men Chicago .
Roscoe’s Welcomes Ru Paul Drag Race Tour June 17th
After a season’s worth of hype and heels,
it’s time for the RuPaul’s Drag Race Tour
to hit the road!
And next stop is Roscoes !
June 17th.
Headlining the big shindig will be none other than Season 2’s glorious winner, Miss Tyra Sanchez. Can you handle it? Can she?
Get prepared to find out exactly why this diva snatched the crown — and find out if she can truly live up to the title of “America’s Next Drag Superstar.”
But fear not: Miss Tyra will not be alone. Joining her in Chicago will be Raven, Morgan McMichaels, Mystique, Jessica Wild, and Jade!!! Hosted by Frida Lay – $10 cover beginning @ 9pm – Show starts @ 10pm.
Yes, the best of season two will all the hit the stage for a night that’s sure to positively drench the place with “charisma, uniqueness, nerve and talent.”
