We survived Halloween and all things that go bump in the night. Now it is time to be thankful. With everything that has been happening over the past year and a half, the fact that we are still here is reason enough to be grateful. Let’s celebrate the Holidays in NOLA style with food, fun and music. Here are just some of the hot happenings in ember to put on your “Gaydar.” If you want your event listed, send me an email at ledgemgp@gmail.com.
Weekly Events
Monday:
SAGE New Orleans Walking Group; Lafitte Greenway; Rainbow Plaza by on Norman C. Francis Pkwy.; 6 p.m. Sage’s weekly walking group meets on Mondays at 6:00 PM. They start walking promptly at 6:00, so be sure to arrive a few minutes early. Please consult with your primary care physician before beginning any new fitness regimen, especially if you are not used to regular exercise.
Betsy Propane’s Smoke Show; The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 8 – 9:30 p.m. $15 cover – drag, burlesque, vaudeville.
Tuesday:
Trivia, Tacos & Tequila @ Betty’s; Betty’s Bar & Bistro; 700 Burgundy St.; 7 – 9 p.m. Come play some trivia and enjoy tequila and taco specials.
Tuesday Night Trivia; George’s Place; 860 St. Louis St., Baton Rouge; 7 – 9 p.m. Come play trivia every Tuesday with a different theme each week.
Big Easy Stompers Line Dancing: GrandPre’s; 834 N Rampart St.; 8 – 9 p.m. The Big Easy Stompers have free dance classes every Tuesday at Grandpre’s. They have been giving dance classes to the LGBT community and general public for the last 26 years. Classes are free and start at 8:00PM and open dancing at 9:00pm. All are welcome and beginners are welcome.
Karaoke at Good Friend’s: Good Friend’s Bar; 740 Dauphine St.; 8 p.m. – midnight. Come enjoy karaoke with fabulous hosts and a chance to win great prizes.
Weekly Pool Tournament; Phoenix Bar; 941 Elysian Fields Ave.; 8 – 10 p.m. The Phoenix Pool Tournament is hosted by Jesse every Tuesday night! $5 buy in, winner takes all. Drink specials begin at 7pm.
Big Gay Trivia; SIPPS Gulfport; 2218 25th Ave. Gulfport, MS; 8 – 10 p.m. Come out and enjoy Big Gay Trivia with Tara Shay Montgomery.
Wednesday:
Showtunes Sing-A-Long; Bourbon Pub & Parade; 801 Bourbon St.; 8 – midnight. With VJ Brendan Thompson. Grab a Cocktail and Sing – A – Long to some of your all time favorites.
Karaoke on the Street; Cafe Lafitte in Exile; 901 Bourbon St.; 8 p.m. – midnight. Come sing you heart out at the oldest Gay Bar in New Orleans.
Karaoke Night @ Sipps: SIPPS Gulfport; 2218 25th Ave. Gulfport, MS; 9 p.m. – midnight. Come sing your heart out.
Queen’s Karaoke; George’s Place; 860 St. Louis St., Baton Rouge; 10 p.m. – midnight. Queen’s Karaoke is hosted every Wednesday by Alvin McGee starting at 10 p.m.
Thursday:
Karaoke at Pub: Bourbon Pub & Parade; 801 Bourbon St.; 7 p.m. – midnight. Sing your heart out every Thursday upstairs at the Parade. There will be a different special host each week. Choose form over 30,000 songs.
The Van Ella Bordella: A Storyville Burlesque; The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 8 – 9:30 p.m. (No show on 11/25) The Van Ella Bordella, New Orleans’ beloved Storyville spectacle, is back with an all new show, original music, and the courtesans you know and love, all with taking the necessary precautions. Limited seating and masks required. Join Madam Lola van Ella and her intoxicating and charming courtesans for an evening of debauchery, scandal, decadent delights and scintillating Victorian era brothel history. Bring your open mind, a daring sense of adventure and leave your inhibitions at the door for an immersive, theatrical and fabulous evening of burlesque harlotry. For tickets, go to www.eventbrite.com.
Blacked Out Bingo: Rawhide; 740 Burgundy St.; 9 – 11 p.m. Four rounds of Bingo that ends with Blackout!
Oz Strip Off; Oz; 800 Bourbon St.; 10 p.m. – midnight. Come enjoy the Oz Strip Off contest sponsored by Swiss Navy and hosted by Persana Shoulders. Contestants in this male gogo competition can win $300 in cash and prizes for 1st Place.
Friday:
Drag Bingeaux; Oz; 800 Bourbon St.; 6:30-8:30 p.m. Hosted by Persana Shoulders with spotlight drag performances throughout the evening and dancing with DJ Tim Pflueger.
Trixie Minx’s ‘Tease the Season’ Burlesque Ballroom at The Jazz Playhouse: Royal Sonesta; 300 Bourbon St.; 7 and 9 p.m. shows (Except New Year’s Eve). A modern spin, with a holiday flare, on a classic 1960’s Bourbon Street Burlesque Show with a rotating cast of soloists all performing classic strip tease to live music, bringing quality Jazz & Burlesque back to its original home on Bourbon Street. Tickets available at www.eventbrite.com.
Bayou Blues Burlesque; The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 8 – 10 p.m. A wonderful intimate night of live blues music accompanied by burlesque and variety acts. Drink specials by your favorite bartenders and comfy seating to enjoy the art of the strip tease. For everyone’s safety, we do require proof of vaccination and masks for attendance. We promise it will be worth it. Music by The Delta Revues. Burlesque by Miss Oops C. (AKA Oops the Clown)! For tickets, go to www.eventbrite.com.
Karaoke Night @ Sipps: SIPPS Gulfport; 2218 25th Ave. Gulfport, MS; 9 p.m. – midnight. Come sing your heart out.
The Famous Corner Pocket New Meat Contest; The Corner Pocket; 940 St. Louis St.; 10 p.m. (Boys dancin’ from 7 p.m.). The country’s longest running all-male amateur dance contest (over three decades!) Hosted by Corner Pocket Emcee III Felicia Phillips and former Southern Decadence Grand Marshal. Bring your sexiest, skimpiest, and tightest undies (but no jockstraps) for a chance at a cash prize of $100 ($200 if it’s your first time in our contest). Open to all contestants over 21. New dancers encouraged.
Saturday:
Sage Virtual Coffee; Talk; On-line; 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. (Sage Coffee Talk not happening on 9/4) A great way to stay connected, and we hope you will join us! You can either join using the Zoom app, or simply dial in by phone. To participate, RSVP by email (info@noagenola.org), or contact us on Facebook Messenger ([facebook.com/noageneworleans](https://web.facebook.com/noageneworleans)) , and we will send you details on how to join.
Drag Bingeaux; Oz; 800 Bourbon St.; 6:30-8:30 p.m. Hosted by Persana Shoulders with spotlight drag performances throughout the evening and dancing with DJ Tim Pflueger.
Talk Nerdy To Me: A Weekly Nerdlesque Revue; Dragon’s Den; 435 Esplanade Avenue; 7 – 9:30 p.m. Presented by The Society of Sin Burlesque & Variety, New Orleans’ Premiere Nerdlesque Troupe, Talk Nerdy To Me blends burlesque with your favorite fandoms and pop culture icons for a taste of live-action fan fiction. Every week is a different show filled with new nerdlesque and variety acts from our rotating cast of professional entertainers. Doors at 7, show at 7:30 p.m. Admission $15. For more info, visit www.thesocietyofsin.com or contact us at thesocietyofsin@gmail.com.
Sunday:
Solemn High Mass; St. Anna’s Episcopal Church; 1313 Esplanade Ave.; starts at 10:30 a.m. We are a diverse congregation and our slogan is “All are welcomed. None are shunned.” Our worship style is ornate with deep ritual yet it remains warm and inviting. We are also kid and pet friendly. A real community church, St. Anna’s welcomes all members of the LGBTQ+ community.
Trash Disco; Cafe Lafitte in Exile; 901 Bourbon St.; 4 – 10 p.m. Come dance the night away at one of the best places to end your weekend of fun, Lafitte’s in Exile, home of the world famous napkin toss that happens every Sunday between 8:30 and 10 p.m.
Reba Douglas Jubilee; Betty’s Bar & Bistro; 700 Burgundy St.; 5 – 8 p.m. Come out for cocktails, food and great entertainment every Sunday at 5 p.m. with Reba Douglas and her special guests.
Sunday Funday with Gorgeous Divas; The Golden Lantern; 1239 Royal St.; 5 – 7 p.m. Come out and enjoy a great drag show with drink specials.
Zingo!; The Corner Pocket; 940 St. Louis St.; 6 p.m. Zingo! with the boy’s pullin’ the balls. Can you say, O 69? Come play to win fabulous prizes and bar tabs (free to play). Corner Pocket Emcee III Felicia Phillips and former Southern Decadence Grand Marshal hosts.
SIPPS Drag Bingo: SIPPS Gulfport; 2218 25th Ave.; 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Come play bingo for great prizes every Sunday with Estelle Suarez.
The Opulence Hour: Maison; 508 Frenchmen St.; 8 – 9 p.m. The troupe that brought you “Talk Nerdy To Me: A Weekly Nerdlesque Revue” is putting on our Sunday best for this new over-the-top burlesque and variety show that promises looks to kill and acts to die for. The Society of Sin Burlesque & Variety every Sunday at The Maison on Frenchman at 7p. Every week there will be a different show filled with decadent costumes, extravagant aesthetics, and big moods from our rotating cast of professional entertainers. For tickets, go to www.eventbrite.com
Sing-A-Long Sundays: Bourbon Pub & Parade; 801 Bourbon St.; 8 p.ml – 3 a.m. Join Gay Appreciation Award Winner VJ Brendanfor Sing-A-Long Sundays.
Lipstixx Ladies on Parade; Bourbon Pub & Parade; 801 Bourbon St.; 8 – 10 p.m. Hosted by Miss Aubrey Synclaire and starring…Mercedez L’Oreal, Tiffany Alexander and Miss Love Latonia. Showtime 8pm Sharp! Reservations accepted on a “first come first serve” at 504-529-2107.
The Raw Talent Show; Rawhide; 740 Burgundy St.; 9 – 11 p.m. Winner of the competition gets a guest spot for the next week and a $50 booking fee. Terri S. Aqui hosts.
Show Night at Oz; Oz; 800 Bourbon St.; 9:30-11:30 p.m. Hosted by Persana Shoulders featuring the Ladies of Oz and DJ Tim Pflueger.
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12/1
Susan Cowsill: FQFI Concert Series: St. Louis Cathedral; 615 Pere Antoine Alley; 6 – 7 p.m. The beautiful and historic St. Louis Cathedral plays host to the annual holiday concerts, produced by French Quarter Festivals, Inc. (FQFI). The concerts generally run for an hour and are free and open to the public.
World AIDS Day Memorial Vigil: Washington Square; 700 Elysian Fields Ave.; 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Join our community as we come together to remember everyone lost to HIV, support those still here fighting & rededucate ourselves to the work still left ahead. All are welcome to Attend. We provide the candles – You provide the love. At 6:30pm, we will gather on the Neutral Ground between the Phoenix and Mags. (Elysian Fields & N Rampart).At 6:45pm, The Big Easy Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence will lead us in a candlelit procession to the AIDS Memorial at Washington Square. 7-7:30pm – Candlelit vigil with guest speakers.
Juno’s Cabaret; The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 8 – 10 p.m. New Orleans’ Only all Black monthy Cabaret show! Showcasing the best Burlesque, Drag and Variety in New Orleans! Join them in the Twilight theatre as we get sexy for Juno’s cabaret! Featuring a rotating cast of these amazing local Artists: Mz Juno, Jeez Loueez, Synnamin vixen, Laveau Contraire, Queen Quan, and MORE! For tickets, go to www.eventbrite.com.
12/2
Bad B*tch Broadway Night: Cafe Lafitte in Exile; 901 Bourbon St.; 8 – 10 p.m. A night of Showtunes with Tibby Honest! 8pm! Come “Sing out Louise!” with me!
Laveau Contraire’s Triple Threat!: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10 p.m. – midnight. Every other week, three challengers will attempt to unseat the Triple Threat Three by challenging them to a performance duel where the winner is the performer who makes the most tips for their performance. For tickets, go to www.eventbrite.com. $10 Presale, $15 at the door.
Prettie Boi Holiday Special: The Allways Lounge & Theater; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10:30 p.m. The Prettie Boi Holiday Special is hosted by Jack Skellington, who will weave you a wondrous tale filled with exciting Holiday themed performances! Live singing, dancing, stripping, vendors, and a Raffle for your chance to be a part of the show! Go to www.eventbrite.com for tickets.
12/3 – 12/12
This Christmas the musical: Cutting Edge Theater; 767 Robert Blvd. Slidell. A fun family show for the kids and kids at heart. you will laugh, sing alone and leave with that Christmas feeling. Dates and times: 12/3, 12/4, 12/10, 12/11 – 7:00 p.m.; 12/5 and 12/12 – 2 p.m. For tickets, go to www.eventbrite.com.
12/3 – 12/19
Elf, the Musical: Rivertown Repertory Theaters; 325 Minor St. Elf features songs by Tony Award nominees Matthew Sklar (The Wedding Singer) and Chad Beguelin (Disney’s Aladdin on Broadway), with a book by Tony Award winners, Thomas Meehan (Annie, The Producers, Hairspray) and Bob Martin (The Drowsy Chaperone).This modern-day holiday classic is sure to put the whole family in the Christmas spirit, and make them embrace their inner elf. After all, the best way to spread Christmas Cheer is singing loud for all to hear. 12/3, 12/4, 12/10, 12/11, 12/16, 12/17 and 12/18 – 7:30 p.m.; 12/5, 12/12 and 12/19 – 2 p.m.
12/3 – 12/20
The Amazing Acro-cats Meowy Catmas Purrformances!: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave. Real rescued house cats perform acrobatics for the Holidays. A very special presentation of The Amazing Acro-cats Featuring Tuna and the Rock Cats. Presented by Rock Cats Rescue. All of the proceeds benefit cats and kittens in need! This is the MOST INTIMATE space we purrform in! A once a year oppurrtunity. Furriday 12/3 7pm; CATurday 12/4 3pm 8pm; Sunday 12/5 2pm 7pm; Thursday 12/9 7pm; Furriday 12/10 7pm; CATurday 12/11 3pm 8pm; Sunday 12/12 2pm 7pm; Wednesday 12/15 7pm; Thursday 12/16 7pm; Furriday 12/17 7pm; CATurday 12/18 3pm 8pm; Sunday 12/19 2pm 7pm; Monday 12/20 7pm. For the month of December we feature our Meowy Catmas special – Performances JUST FOR MEW ORLEANS! Celebrate Christmas (or Catmas) with us by watching cats jump through wreaths, roll an ornament, push a sleigh and performing an array of other seasonal tricks. This two hour show has very limited dates and tickets availability so we suggest buying online to make sure you get your seats. Our Very Important Cat People (VICP seating) get front row seats and they sell out the fastest. Seating prices and locations: Very Important Cat People (VICP floor): very very front row seating literally on the floor, you can practically touch the cats! (But please, do not touch the cats.) $45 – Please note: these seats are literally sitting on the floor, on the ground. No chairs are provided for this row. We provide something so you are not directly on the cold floor but bring a cushion if you think you need one!; Very Important Cat People (VICP seats): 1st row of chairs – very front row seating in chairs $45; VICP 2nd row of chairs – $40; General Admission Seating: the rest of the theatre area seating, in chairs. $35. Every audience member receives a pawbill (think playbill for cats) included in their ticket. Email polly@rockcatsrescue.org for more information or special needs. Buy online at www.brownpapertickets.com to save money! Tickets (if available) at the door cost $5 more.
12/3
Holiday Spectacular: Orpheum Theater; 129 Roosevelt Way; 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. The festive Holiday Spectacular returns to the Orpheum with all your holiday favorites! The LPO and special guests will bring an exciting holiday program to you with a few musical surprises. Perfect for the entire family – make this concert a part of your holiday traditions! Join us for a night of popular Christmas tunes, performed by local NOLA artists, as we celebrate the most joyous time of the year. Reserve your tickets here: https://bit.ly/3o8ua59
Riding Robin @ Androgyny: Androgyny; 194 Monarch Dr., Houma; 9 p.m. – midnight. Live at Androgyny Riding Robin!Doors open at 8PM Performance at 9PM. Cover $6
NOLA Pups and Handlers Beer Bust; Phoenix Bar; 941 Elysian Fields Ave.; 9 p.m. – midnight. Mix and mingle with NOLA Pups and Handlers club at their monthly beer bust social! $1 draft Bud Lite on the back patio from 9pm – midnight. Every Friday in May, NOBLE will be joining us with their amazing BBQ plates.
November BDAY Bash; Splash Nightclub; 2183 Highland Rd., Baton Rouge; 9 p.m. – 2 a.m. A birthday celebration including performances by AAriyah Sinclaire, Karina Kills and Josalyn Royale. Birthdays in the month receive a $25 gift card to be used in the month and a complimentary bottle of champagne (21+).
Sisters of St. Claude; The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10 – 11:30 p.m. The Allways lounge and Cabaret proudly presents the Sisters of Saint Claude; this is a drag review featuring the drag artists who have become the pride of the Saint Claude strip. Local favorites Siren and Christopher Robin coproduce and host this throwback show featuring Lip-syncs and live vocals from before the year 2000 along with a rotating cast of stars on the rise. For tickets: https://sistersofstclaude.bpt.me/. Doors are at 9:30 with the show starting at 10 p.m. sharp. $15 cover.
12/4
Mama Honey’s Drag Brunch; Artisan Cafe; 2517 St. Claude Ave.; Showtimes at 11 a,m. and 1 p.m. Mama Honey’s Drag Brunch, hosted by Vanessa Carr, returns! Join us for the finest drag entertainment around and an amazing brunch menu! Tickets may be found on eventbrite or by calling 504-510-4340.
The Krewe of Narcissus Presents Holiday Drag Brunch Bingo: New Orleans Ladies Ballroom; 1771 Stumpf Blvd.; 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. The Krewe of Narcissus is bringing back two of your favorite queens and bringing you two new queens to entertain you. Your queens are: Tazeya Ballz, Felicia Philips, Gia Giavanni, & Vida Carlton. These queens are popular French Quarter performers who are joining us for 10 rounds of bingo with the final prize being 2 seats at the Champagne VIP table for our sixth Bal Masque. Lunch will be served promptly at 11:30am and drag bingo starts at 12:30pm. Groups of 6, 8 , or 10 will be seated together. You will need to bring your ticket with you for check in.For tickets, go to www.eventbrite.com.
Louis Ford & His New Orleans Flairs: FQFI Concert Series: St. Augustine Church; 1210 Governor Nichols St.; 4 – 5 p.m. St. Augustine is the oldest African-American Catholic church in the United States and is located in the historic Treme Neighborhood. This beautiful church plays host to the annual holiday concerts, produced by French Quarter Festivals, Inc. (FQFI). Free secure parking is available in the church’s parking lot – enter from Henriette Delille Street. The concerts generally run for an hour and are free and open to the public.
Algiers Bonfire & Concert: Algiers Point Batture; 5:30 – 9 p.m. The Algiers Bonfire is Algiers’ largest public event and pays tribute to Louisiana’s river parish bonfire tradition. Listen to musical performances, eat food from local vendors, and shop at the holiday craft market. The star of the event however, is the 30’ sculptural bonfire, designed by NOLA Burners, which is then set ablaze. Easily accessible with the Algiers ferry, and with the New Orleans’ skyline as the perfect backdrop, this event cannot be missed! This year, we have the wonderful Casme headlining, DJ Rik Ducci, All Saints Church Choir and LB Landry Jazz Ensemble! Get your holiday shopping done with our Algiers holiday market.
Krewe of Krampus Presents “Alpine Dreams on Krampus Lane”: NORD Main Office; 5420 Franklin Ave.; 7 – 9 p.m. Don’t fall asleep at the wheel as you drive down Krampus Lane or you just might find yourself having Alpine Dreams. Depending on if you have been naughty or nice that will determine if your dream turns into a nightmare since Krampus is watching. The Krewe of Krampus has worked hard putting together a plan to bring you a safe and fun version of their NOLAuf Parade. Viewers will drive through a designated route in the safety of their car with their family or pods of friends. You only need to purchase ONE ticket per vehicle. Maximum 8 passengers per vehicle. See rules and purchase tickets on www.eventbrite.com.
Dang Bruh-Y?/She Might Be A Beast/Sunday Circus Live: The Hi-Ho Lounge; 2239 St. Claude Ave.; 8 p.m. – midnight. No cover.
Thanks for Coming Out – Opening Reception: Phoenix Bar; 941 Elysian Fields Ave.; 9 p.m. – midnight. Come out for the Jockstrap and Fetishware opening reception of Thanks for Coming Out, a retrospective showing of photographic works by Britt Burchfield. Britt is a Mississippi Delta Native who has called New Orleans home for the last four years. Britt’s work touches on the isolation of rural queer experiences and visibility of the LGBTQ+ community within those spaces.Thanks for Coming Out is dedicated to our Queer and Gay relatives, ancestors, and visionaries, past and present who have been unapologetically themselves and come out as a means of self acceptance and to aid the fight towards queer visibility.
Saturday Night Remix; Splash Nightclub; 2183 Highland Rd., Baton Rouge; 9 p.m. – 2 a.m. Come out to the Capital City’s #1 Hottest Saturday Night Dance featuring the hottest EDM, Hip Hop, Pop and Dance remixes as well as special drag spotlight performances.
Psychedelic Speakeasy; The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10 p.m. – midnight. Vivacious Miss Audacious presents: PSYCHEDELIC SPEAKEASY! Immerse yourself in a surreal evening of burlesque and performance art filled with untold delights, vibrant colors, wild sensations and outrageous acts! Each month brings a new cast and a new show. Colorful and neon attire is highly encouraged! RSVP REQUIRED: tickets@missaudacious.com or buy tickets at www.eventbrite.com.
The Sirens of Favela Chic; Favela Chic; 525 Frenchmen St.; 10 p.m – midnight. Come out on the First and Third Saturday of every month to witness “The Sirens of Frenchmen Street” ! Two convenient time slots available.
It’s Showtime on Rampart Street; GrandPre’s; 834 N. Rampart St.; 10 p.m. – midnight. “ITS SHOWTIME ON RAMPART ST” with an all NEW Show with Moanalot Fontaine, Sheeya Mann, Sable Starr and special guests.
ANGELZ + Bouffant Bouffant: The Hangar; 1511 S. Rendon; 10 p.m. – 4 a.m. The gang’s back together to bring you another night of good & bad. Get ready for a night of HOUSE at one of the most historic & reborn venues, The hangar. ANGELZ, Bouffant Bouffant + more tba. For tickets, go to www.eventbrite.com.
12/5
The Zion Harmonizers: FQFI Concert Series: St. Louis Cathedral; 615 Pere Antoine Alley; 6 – 7 p.m. The beautiful and historic St. Louis Cathedral plays host to the annual holiday concerts, produced by French Quarter Festivals, Inc. (FQFI). The concerts generally run for an hour and are free and open to the public.
Remy’s Playhouse Holiday Special: Hi-Ho Lounge; 2239 St. Claude Ave.; 10:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m. For tickets go to www.eventbrite.com. Come see the most spectacular burlesque and drag artists in New Orleans celebrate the season! Featuring comedy, striptease, audience participation, and more!
WHIV-FM Community Voice Awards and Anniversary Party: House on Baronne; 1239 Baronne St.; 5 – 8 p.m. For tickets, go to www.eventbrite.com. Join WHIV-FM for its 1st Annual Community Voice Awards. Two awards will be given honoring an individual and organization recently interviewed on WHIV-FM and making a long-term impact in our community. Founded by Dr. Mark Alain Dery, an infectious disease specialist, on World Aids Day in 2014, WHIV-FM is New Orleans’ only radio station dedicated to human rights and social justice. We’re proud to offer 55 hours per week of original content by a diverse community of 60 volunteer show hosts and air personalities. Event tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite, Venmo @WHIV Radio in advance. In celebration of our anniversary, we’ll be offering ticket holders small bites, music by Chegadão and cocktails by Seven Three Distilling. Guests must show proof have vaccinations to attend.
Christmas Drag Brunch: The Chapel at Centennial Plaza; 200 E Beach Blvd, Gulfport; 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Join Gulf Coast Equality Council as they present a Christmas Drag Brunch at The Chapel in Centennial Plaza on December 5, 2021. Doors open at 11 AM and the show starts at 12 PM. Tickets are $50.00 in advance or $55.00 at the door. The ticket price includes a brunch buffet and an incredible drag show. Hosted by Jawakatema Davenport and starring Toni Dee, Kitty Woods, Isys Asage Bonet, and Anastasia L’Oreal. DJ Music by DJ “Dolla” Bill.There will also be $10 bottomless Mimosas for purchase. Ticket Information: https://app.donorview.com/g89D6
12/6
Wanda Rouzan & Friends: FQFI Concert Series: St. Louis Cathedral; 615 Pere Antoine Alley; 6 – 7 p.m. The beautiful and historic St. Louis Cathedral plays host to the annual holiday concerts, produced by French Quarter Festivals, Inc. (FQFI). The concerts generally run for an hour and are free and open to the public.
Haus Party Drag Show at Carnaval: Carnaval Lounge; 2227 St. Claude Ave.; 8 – 11 p.m. What kind of trouble will the Haus of Smells get into on December 6? Be sure to buy your tickets and find out! $15 VIP (advance only) and $10 general admission. Doors at 8pm. For tickets, go to www.eventbrite.com
12/7
The Elf on the Shelf: A Christmas Musical: Mahalia Jackson Theater: 1419 Basin St.; 6 – 8 p.m. This holiday season, the beloved tradition that has captured the hearts of families everywhere returns to the live stage! The Elf on the Shelf – The Musical is the thrilling spectacle of music and dance that transports audiences to the North Pole to glimpse the magical lives of Santa’s Scout Elves. Featuring an original story and score, dazzling sets and costumes, and heartfelt moments that will bring the family together, this joyous and uplifting celebration will leave audiences captivated by the splendor of the season. For tickets, go to www.ticketmaster.com.
THAT’S AUGHT: a 2000’s revue: Allways Lounge & Theater; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 8 – 10 p.m.eNVy presents THAT’S AUGHT: a 2000’s revue. From your favorite adorably nostalgic duo, Nebula Omega “N” and Virginia SlimJim “V”, is a night PHAT with boy bands, tramp stamps, and pop culture g-spots. THAT’S AUGHT is a show with 5 super hot guest performers all serving one number heavily themed within the aughts, Y2K thru 2008. GET YOUR TICKETS ON EVENTBRITE LIKE, NOW, OK?
Last Resort: A Cartoon Network Cabaret: Allways Lounge & Theater; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. From early cartoons on Boomerang, to primetime cartoons, to evening anime on Toonami, and ending with adult entertainment on Adult Swim Cartoon Network has kept many of us entertained over the years. From Johnny Bravo to Adventure Time, Sailor Moon to Naruto, and Venture Bros to Squidbillies, this network of cartoons holds a special place in many of our hearts. Welcome to Last Resort: A Cartoon Network Cabaret for a captivating show paying homage to our favorite cartoons of our favorite network. Featuring: Bellagio Showers; Velma Blair; Shelia Strange; Ariana Amour; Velvet Spade; Trombone Squirty; Peachy King; And your host Nicki Nicolai. General Admission: $20, VIP: $30. Get tickets at www.eventbrite.com.
12/8 – 12/12
Killing Christmas, a play by Ben Fox: Poor Boys Bar; 1328 St. Bernard Ave. Stanley Sanders is home for the holidays and he has no idea it will turn into a few unholy nights of blood, zombies, and the occult. Find out what happens when a group of old high-school friends take a mushroom trip down memory lane as they sleigh the dark forces in killing Christmas. Dates 12/8, 12/10 and 12/11 – 7:30 p.m.; 12/12 – 6:30 p.m.
12/8
Andre Bohren Solo Piano Concert: St. Anna’s Episcopal Church; 1313 Esplanade Ave.; 7 – 9 p.m. Please join St. Anna’s for a concert of fine music. Tickets are $20 and a portion of the funds will go towards Anna’s Place NOLA. For more information, contact Darryl at (504) 947-2121.
Burlesque Bingo with Lefty Lucy! The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 6 – 8 p.m. You’ve never played Bingo like this before! Chock full of fun facts, bad jokes, & Strip Tease. Burlesque Bingo with Lefty Lucy is a whirlwind of wholesome good times blended with the cheeky sass of Burlesque! Win prizes every round including a New Orleans Gift Set as well as BURLESQUE ROULETTE: Where YOU choose the song Lefty Strips to! But she’ll only remove ONE item per round, so you’ll have to stick around till the end if you want to see the tassels twirl!
Esoterotica Talk Dirty to Me: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 8:30 – 10:30 p.m. Dirty Talk is it’s Own Kind of Art… We’ll Share Ours, and, of course, You’re Welcome to Share Yours. Do you have something delightfully dirty to share? We Love New Voices. Email us to get our general guidelines and learn more at info@esoterotica.com.
12/10
Greetings, from Queer Mountain: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 7 – 9:30 p.m. Each month we hold a queer storytelling show with amazing and fabulous storytellers. Doors at 6:30, show at 7 pm. Tickets are $10. If you wish to save on fees you can pay via Venmo @GFQMNola. Email amandagcomedy@gmail.com with any questions!
The Hookahs (Band) @ Androgyny: Androgyny; 194 Monarch Dr., Houma; 9 p.m. – midnight. Live at Androgyny The Hookahs! Doors open at 8PM Performance at 9PM. Cover $6
Lords of Leather Beer Bust; Phoenix Bar; 941 Elysian Fields Ave.; 9 p.m – midnight. Mix and mingle with the Lords of Leather gay Mardi Gras Krewe at their monthly beer bust social! $1 draft Bud Lite on the back patio from 9pm – midnight.
Christmas Party & Toy Drive: Splash Nightclub; 2183 Highland Rd., Baton Rouge; 9 p.m. – 2 a.m. Bring an unwrapped to receive free cover and $3 drinks until 11 p.m. Featuring Christmas performances starting at 11 p.m.
Secrets of the Sea: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 11:30 p.m. – 2 a.m. Scorpio Boys Entertainment presents Secret of the Sea! This show will include beautiful people performing beautiful acts from Burlesque to Drag and everything in between. Anything goes in this show!!! Come and experience the magic.
2021 Summit on HIV & Aging: On-Line; 1 – 4 p.m. 2021 Summit on HIV & Aging: A Virtual Conference is sponsored by SAGE New Orleans and LSUHSC. Register at https://bit.ly/3CtwWan. 3.5 Hours of FREE CEUs (Continuing Education) will be available for social workers, counselors, nurses, and physicians. Our third Summit on HIV and Aging will feature the following presentations: Emerging Issues in HIV and Aging – Presenter: Mark Brennan-Ing, PhD; The Golden Compass Model of HIV and Aging- Presenter: Meredith Greene, MD; HIV/AIDS Planning Councils: Addressing the Needs of Individuals Aging with HIV- Presenter: Jim Meadows, MSW; Panel Discussion of people who are living and aging with HIVModerator: Dorian-Gray Alexander, B.A.
12/11 – 12/19
NOBT Presents The Nutcracker: Orpheum Theater; 129 Roosevelt Way. For tickets, go to www.orpheumnola.com. New Orleans Ballet Theatre is thrilled to return to live performances at the Orpheum Theater this year for its production of The Nutcracker. With 6 performances over a two-weekend engagement, this beloved two-act ballet will be performed by the professional company and the charming addition of over 120 local children. Come see this classic Christmas tale in all of its glory with the incredible talent that is New Orleans Ballet Theatre’s company of dancers, stunning sets and costumes, and the iconic score by Tchaikovsky. Dates and Times are as follows: 12/11 – 2 and 7 p.m. ; 12/12 – 2 p.m.; 12/18 – 2 and 7 p.m. ; 12/19 – 2 p.m.
12/11
Vivaz Trio: FQFI Concert Series: St. Augustine Church; 1210 Governor Nichols St.; 4 – 5 p.m. St. Augustine is the oldest African-American Catholic church in the United States and is located in the historic Treme Neighborhood. This beautiful church plays host to the annual holiday concerts, produced by French Quarter Festivals, Inc. (FQFI). Free secure parking is available in the church’s parking lot – enter from Henriette Delille Street. The concerts generally run for an hour and are free and open to the public.
Lights on the Lake: The New Canal Lighthouse: 8001 Lakeshore Dr.; 4 – 8 p.m. Join Pontchartrain Conservancy for a beautiful night on the lake and enjoy the best spot to view the holiday boat parade. In addition to the fantastic music line-up, delicious food from local food trucks and tantalizing hot toddies and refreshments, there will be kids craft & educational activities, and pictures with Santa. Tickets are $5 sold at the door.
Celebration of the Human Body: Arabi Visual Arts Gallery; 6707 St. Claude Ave.; 6 – 10 p.m. Celebration of the Human Body – This group exhibition features an interesting mix of local, national, and international photographers. The unifying theme is the human body, which is demonstrated throughout these works as not only the physical aspect of the human physique, but also reinforcing the idea that all humans compose one body of people. The works include humans in street photography, environmental portraits, and studies of both hands and feet. Hours and Opening Reception. December 8th through December 12th 9 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Opening Reception Saturday December 11th from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Rouxgarou Rugby Beer Bust; Phoenix Bar; 941 Elysian Fields Ave.; 7 – 10 p.m. Get to know our Rouxgarou Rugby team at their monthly beer bust social! $10 all you can drink draft Bud Lite on the back patio from 7- 10 p.m.
ShowNight @ Androgyny:Androgyny; 194 Monarch Dr., Houma; 9 p.m. – midnight. ShowNight with Bambi Bextor, Tara Hole, Thorne Hart, and Gia Malone!cover $5
Saturday Night Remix; Splash Nightclub; 2183 Highland Rd., Baton Rouge; 9 p.m. – 2 a.m. Come out to the Capital City’s #1 Hottest Saturday Night Dance featuring the hottest EDM, Hip Hop, Pop and Dance remixes as well as special drag spotlight performances.
12/12
Christmas with the Queens: Stonebridge Country Club; 1500 Stonebridge Dr.; 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Come Celebrate CHRISTMAS WITH THE QUEENS! This All Star Lineup Features: Tiffany Alexander, Aubrey Synclaire, Myr’ajh Synclaire, Gisele Trivianni, Hosted by Bradley Latham. Tickets are on sale at https://christmaswiththequeens.eventbrite.com This Fabulous Show also includes brunch and BOTTOMLESS MIMOSAS!
The Annual Oz Christmas Party: Oz; 800 Bourbon st.; 6 – 9 p.m. Bring an unwrapped toy or pay $10. Complimentary cocktails. The party will be followed by a holiday show with the casts of Oz entertainment.
Big Easy Stompers Christmas Dance: GrandPre’s; 834 N. Rampart St.; 8 – 11 p.m. Join us at our (revived) annual Christmas Country Dance! Lots of line dancing and two stepping! Light snacks will be provided. You are welcome to contribute. Just like before, our dances are free to attend. If you would like to learn the line dances and dancing that we do, join us at our weekly line dance lessons, also at Grandpre’s, on Tuesday evenings starting 8pm. Lessons are also free.
Ingénue Revue Burlesque & Drag; The Hi-Ho Lounge; 2239 St Claude Ave.; 10 p.m. – midnight. Brought to you by Mz. Juno & Vivacious Miss Audacious: Ingénue Revue features burgeoning burlesque, drag & variety acts from fresh faces and crowd favs, twice a month at Hi-Ho Lounge! Enjoy up and coming talent alongside seasoned pros, debuting new work & signature acts. 10p.m. doors, 10:30 p.m. $15 $25 VIP guaranteed seating. For tickets, go to www.audaciousnola.com/tickets.
“Queer Bar Shopping Network”: Corner Pocket; 940 St. Louis St.; 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. The Mystic Krewe of Amon-Ra we be holding their “Queer Bar Shopping Network”: A fabulous auction for holiday gifts!
12/13
Original Tuxedo Jazz Band: FQFI Concert Series: St. Louis Cathedral; 615 Pere Antoine Alley; 6 – 7 p.m. The beautiful and historic St. Louis Cathedral plays host to the annual holiday concerts, produced by French Quarter Festivals, Inc. (FQFI). The concerts generally run for an hour and are free and open to the public.
12/14 – 12/19
Cats: Saenger Theatre; 1111 Canal St. Winner of 7 Tony Awards including Best Musical, Cats tells the story of one magical night when an extraordinary tribe of cats gathers for its annual ball to rejoice and decide which cat will be reborn. The original score by Andrew Lloyd Webber (The Phantom of the Opera, Sunset Boulevard), and direction by Trevor Nunn (Les Misérables) make this production a new Cats for a new generation! Days and times are as follows: 12/14 through 12/16 – 7:30 p.m.; 12/17 – 8 p.m.; 12/18 – 2 and 8 p.m.; 12/19 – 1 and 6:30 p.m. For tickets go to www.saengernola.com
12/14
ClownTown Presents: Stanley Roy & Mitzi Myers’ There’s Just No Time For Chrimuzzzz! (Double Feature): Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 7:30 – 11 p.m. Get tickets at www.eventbrite.com. Early Show: Doors: 7:30 pm / Show: 8:00 pm Our story, and that’s in quotes, Our “STORY” revolves around this mysterious Haunted Theater!Join Stanley Roy & Mitzi Myers in this madcap adventure into Christmas real-estate and Drunken antics beyond earthly imaginations! With the weird & wild wonders of Tsarina Hellfire, Rebecca Havemeyer, Laveau Contraire, & Trey Bien! There’s just No Time for Chrimuzzzzzzzz! Late Show: 10pm / Doors 9:30. ClownTownTV LIVE X-Mas Special! Tickets: $40 VIP Double Feature (2 Shows: 1 Price, VIP Seating on the Dancefloor & a Limited Edition Reindeer Napkins 1.5″ Button); $30 General Admission – Double Feature (2 Shows: 1 Price – Please Note: Seating/Tables Available on a first come basis otherwise standing room only); $20 General Admission – One Show Only (Email to reserve. Also Please note: Seating/Tables Available on a first come basis otherwise standing room only)
Limited Seating. Slide into our DMs for more information or to skip the service fees and purchase tickets via Venmo or CashApp. Email ClownTownNOLA @ Gmail .com
12/15
Sunpie and the Louisiana Sunspots present a Créole Zydeco Christmas Holiday Concert: FQFI Concert Series. St. Louis Cathedral; 615 Pere Antoine Alley; 6 – 7 p.m. The beautiful and historic St. Louis Cathedral plays host to the annual holiday concerts, produced by French Quarter Festivals, Inc. (FQFI). The concerts generally run for an hour and are free and open to the public.
Gershwin with Andre Bohren Concert: St. Anna’s Episcopal Church; 1313 Esplanade Ave.; 7 – 9 p.m. Please join St. Anna’s for a concert of fine music. Tickets are $20 and a portion of the funds will go towards Anna’s Place NOLA. For more information, contact Darryl at (504) 947-2121.
12/16
Bad B*tch Broadway Night: Cafe Lafitte in Exile; 901 Bourbon St.; 8 – 10 p.m. A night of Showtunes with Tibby Honest! 8pm! Come “Sing out Louise!” with me!
Happy Hoe-lidays Burlesque: The Goat; 1301 Saint Bernard Ave.; 9:30 p.m. – 1 a.m. Daughters of Aradia presents “Happy Hoe-lidays”, a holiday variety show. Tickets are $15 at www.eventbrite.com.
Laveau Contraire’s Triple Threat!: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10 p.m. – midnight. Every other week, three challengers will attempt to unseat the Triple Threat Three by challenging them to a performance duel where the winner is the performer who makes the most tips for their performance. For tickets, go to www.eventbrite.com. $10 Presale, $15 at the door.
Qween Quan’s Queer Content Cabaret; The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 11 p.m. – 1 a.m. Ticket prices are $15 – $20. The queer quantuese is back to curate another cool cabaret filled with fun and delight.
12/17
Renegade Beers Beer Bust; Phoenix Bar; 941 Elysian Fields Ave.; 9 p.m. – midnight. Mix and mingle with Renegade Bears social club at their monthly beer bust social! $1 draft Bud Lite on the back patio from 9pm – midnight.
Naughty or Nice: Splash Nightclub; 2183 Highland Rd., Baton Rouge; 9 p.m. – 2 a.m. Featuring a naughty or nice costume contest and special performances by Miss Thing B Savage, Jazlyn Monae Sinclair and Zia Lush.
LowDOWN @ Androgyny: Androgyny; 194 Monarch Dr., Houma; 9 p.m. – midnight. Live at Androgyny!!!Doors open at 8PM Performance at 9PM. Cover $6
Madame Vic’s Elysian Follies Burlesque: Madame Vic’s; 1500 Elysian Fields Ave; 9 – 11 p.m;. Experience the intimate and fabulous cabaret experience of a bygone era channeling 1920s Berlin and Old Hollywood with stunning Burlesque Chanteuses and delightful surprises, tucked away in the Faubourg Marigny. RSVP REQUIRED – tickets@missaudacious.com
Sisters of St. Claude; The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10 – 11:30 p.m. The Allways lounge and Cabaret proudly presents the Sisters of Saint Claude; this is a drag review featuring the drag artists who have become the pride of the Saint Claude strip. Local favorites Siren and Christopher Robin coproduce and host this throwback show featuring Lip-syncs and live vocals from before the year 2000 along with a rotating cast of stars on the rise. For tickets: https://sistersofstclaude.bpt.me/. Doors are at 9:30 with the show starting at 10 p.m. sharp. $15 cover.
Santa’s Slaaay Pride Party!: Urban South Brewery; 1645 Tchoupitoulas St.; 7 – 11 p.m. Come on down to the taproom and sip on some Jingle Juice hard seltzer and find some holiday cheer at our Pride holiday party! Fringe + Co is BACK at the taproom joining us for another Pride blowout! There will be drag performances, DJ Liz Owen spinning the classics, vendor pop-ups, and even more to come! A portion of the proceeds from this event will benefit House of Tulip!
12/18
Mama Honey’s Drag Brunch; Artisan Cafe; 2517 St. Claude Ave.; Showtimes at 11 a,m. and 1 p.m. Mama Honey’s Drag Brunch, hosted by Vanessa Carr, returns! Join us for the finest drag entertainment around and an amazing brunch menu! Tickets may be found on eventbrite or by calling 504-510-4340.
Betty Winn and One A-Chord: FQFI Concert Series; St. Augustine Church; 1210 Governor Nichols St.; 4 – 5 p.m. St. Augustine is the oldest African-American Catholic church in the United States and is located in the historic Treme Neighborhood. This beautiful church plays host to the annual holiday concerts, produced by French Quarter Festivals, Inc. (FQFI). Free secure parking is available. The concerts generally run for an hour and are free and open to the public.
A Not-So-Silent Night Holiday Concert with Bon Operatit!: Beauregard-Keyes House; 1113 Chartres St.; 7 – 9 p.m. For tickets, go to www.eventbrite.com. Celebrate the holiday season at BK House on Saturday, December 18 with Bon Operatit in concert! Come enjoy classic holiday favorites and join in on a Christmas carol sing-a-long! Bon Operatit! are New Orleans opera singers Lauren Mouney Gisclair, Mary Penick Akin, Joseph Akin, and Jacob Penick. They serve up a perfect pairing of opera and musical theatre hits that are sure to invigorate the senses. Performing as a quartet since 2016, Bon Operatit! have become a staple of this city’s extensive operatic tradition. Doors open at 6:30pm with the performance starting at 7:00pm. This is a Bring Your Own Beverage event! We suggest bringing extra cups and bottle openers with you. Refreshments and holiday treats will also be available!
Gia Giavanni’s Christmas Double Feature Drag Show: Desi Romano’s Sports Bar & Grill; 3809 Paris Rd.; 7 – 10 p.m. Desi’s annual Christmas Drag show..we know it sells out so fast, so get ur tickets asap…its an all inclusive deal this year! $75 includes Full buffet, open bar, and of course the best drag show on the planet. Give us a call at 5042770824. Gratuity not included in the price.
ShowNight @ Androgyny:Androgyny; 194 Monarch Dr., Houma; 9 p.m. – midnight. ShowNight with Deelishus Dynamics, Zia Lush, Infinity, and Adonis Addicktion DeLorean! Cover $5
Knights D’Orleans Monthly Beer Bust; Phoenix Bar; 941 Elysian Fields Ave.; 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. Mix and mingle with the Knights d’Orleans at their monthly beer bust social! $1 draft Bud Lite on the back patio from 7pm – 10pm.
Red Party: Splash Nightclub; 2183 Highland Rd., Baton Rouge; 9 p.m. – 2 a.m. Wear your red out and get a free shot with first drink purchase before 11 p.m. Special performances by London Manchester, Nikita London and Santana A Savage.
The Sirens of Favela Chic; Favela Chic; 525 Frenchmen St.; 10 p.m – midnight. Come out on the First and Third Saturday of every month to witness “The Sirens of Frenchmen Street” ! Two convenient time slots available.
It’s Showtime on Rampart Street; GrandPre’s; 834 N. Rampart St.; 10 p.m. – midnight. “ITS SHOWTIME ON RAMPART ST” with an all NEW Show with Moanalot Fontaine, Sheeya Mann, Sable Starr and special guests.
Roll for Seduction: Live-Action Interactive Burlesque RPG – Winter Festival: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10:30 p.m. – 1 a.m. The Society of Sin Burlesque & Variety, New Orleans’ premiere nerdlesque troupe is back on stage at The Allways Lounge for “Roll for Seduction: A Burlesque Choose Your Own Adventure Show”. Join us for an evening of RPG-inspired magic as Xena Zeit-Geist crafts an enchanting adventure story which your decisions will decide the outcome of featuring original fantasy characters and burlesque performances created by some of New Orleans’ most talented burlesque stars. For tickets, go to www.eventbrite.com
GLOW 2: A Neon Christmas Party: Oz New Orleans; 10 p.m. – 4:30 a.m. THEME PARTIES AT OZ ARE BACK!! GLOW 2- A Neon Christmas Party. Hosted by: Persana Shoulders & Andy Bergeron. DJS: Tim Pflueger, Jonathan Reed. UV PAINT BAR. Special Appearance By The Grinch. HOLIGAY GLOGLO DANCERS, SPOTLIGHT PERFORMANCES.
12/19
Gia Giavanni’s Christmas Double Feature Drag Show: Desi Romano’s Sports Bar & Grill; 3809 Paris Rd.; 3 – 6 p.m. Desi’s annual Christmas Drag show..we know it sells out so fast, so get ur tickets asap…its an all inclusive deal this year! $75 includes Full buffet, open bar, and of course the best drag show on the planet. Give us a call at 504-277-0824. Gratuity not included in the price.
12/21 – 12/22
Harry Shearer and Judith Owen’s Christmas Without Tears: Le Petit Theatre; 616 St. Peter St.; 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. Get ready for the Christmas party of the year! In a series of intimate evenings full of music, laughter and special guests, musician Judith Owen and her husband, actor and humorist Harry Shearer (The Simpsons, This is Spinal Tap), will once again spread their special brand of yuletide cheer for the 2021 Christmas Without Tears, at home in New Orleans! ALL proceeds go to charities, with this year’s New Orleans performances benefiting Le Petit Théâtre Du Vieux Carré and the New Orleans Innocence Project. A throwback to simpler times, this homespun variety show is both festive romp and salve for the soul, serving as a reminder to all that Christmas is a time to be with the ones you love…and sometimes, even family! For tickets, go to www.lepetittheatre.com
12/21
Sarah Brightman: A Christmas Symphony: Saenger Theatre: 1111 Canal St.; 8 – 10 p.m. Joined by her amazing orchestra and choir, Sarah will be performing holiday classics and personal favourites; along with many of her greatest hits! It will truly be a special magical evening filled with the holiday spirit. For tickets, go to www.ticketmaster.com
12/22
Burlesque Bingo with Lefty Lucy! The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 6 – 8 p.m. You’ve never played Bingo like this before! Chock full of fun facts, bad jokes, & Strip Tease. Burlesque Bingo with Lefty Lucy is a whirlwind of wholesome good times blended with the cheeky sass of Burlesque! Win prizes every round including a New Orleans Gift Set as well as BURLESQUE ROULETTE: Where YOU choose the song Lefty Strips to! But she’ll only remove ONE item per round, so you’ll have to stick around till the end if you want to see the tassels twirl!
SAGE Table – Yuletide Edition: St. Anna’s Episcopal Church; 1313 Esplanade Ave.; 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. A free holiday dinner for the SAGE New Orleans community! Come to eat, network, and make new friends. Vaccinated adults of all ages welcome. Ugly Sweater Contest! Wear your ugliest holiday sweater, and win a prize! The event is in the back of St. Anna’s Parish House (the building to the right of the church itself, located at the corner of Esplanade Ave. and Marais St.) Please enter from the back door; the front door remains locked at all times. The back door is accessible from the Marais St. side of the building, by the parking lot. It’s the door with the wheelchair accessible ramp.Note: This event is intended for people who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Home for the Holidays: House of Blues; 225 Decatur St.; 6:30 p.m. – midnight. HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS Featuring performances by Irma Thomas, Trombone Shorty, Preservation Hall, Kermit Ruffins, John Boutte, Soul Rebels, and more! Presented by the NOCCA Foundation, the The Times-Picayune | New Orleans Advocate, and the family of Daniel Price. PURCHASE TICKETS AT NOCCAFoundation.org/news
Esoterotica Esoteric: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 8:30 – 10:30 p.m. How does Your Sexuality intersect with your Spirituality? Our Local Provocateurs plunge into the unfathomable and explore the mysterious. Do you have something sexy to share? We Love New Voices. Email us to get our general guidelines and learn more at info@esoterotica.com. $5 at the Door
12/23
Mannheim Steamroller Christmas: Saenger Theatre; 1111 Canal St.; 8 – 10 p.m. For tickets, go to www.ticketmaster.com.Mannheim Steamroller Christmas returns to the Saenger Theatre.
Ho Ho Ho Show with Kate Fagan: Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 7 – 10 p.m. Celebrate the release of The HoHoHo Holiday Party album with Kate and her all-star band. Seasonal beverages, bubbles, chuckles, dancing and gifts from Santa…and a salute to Festivus. Record release celebration 7pm. Showtime 8pm. Go to www.boldtypetickets.com for tickets.
12/24
Crescent City Leathermen Beer Bust; Phoenix Bar; 941 Elysian Fields Ave.; 9 p.m. – midnight. Mix and mingle with Crescent City Leathermen social club at their monthly beer bust social! $1 draft Bud Lite on the back patio from 9pm – midnight.
Christmas Pajama Party: Splash Nightclub; 2183 Highland Rd., Baton Rouge; 9 p.m. – 2 a.m. Wear your pj’s out and get a free shot with first drink purchase before 11 p.m. Special performances throughout the night.
12/25
KAPOW CHRISTMAS EXTRAVAGANZA: Burlesque, Drag & Variety with a BANG!: The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10 p.m. – midnight. Vivacious Miss Audacious presents: KAPOW CHRISTMAS EXTRAVAGANZA: Burlesque, Drag, Variety with a BANG! A powerhouse entertainment experience featuring a rotating cast of burlesque, drag and variety artists that pack a punch! $25 general admission, $35 VIP seating available. RSVP REQUIRED: tickets@missaudacious.com.
1/26
Ingénue Revue Burlesque & Drag; The Hi-Ho Lounge; 2239 St Claude Ave.; 10 p.m. – midnight. Brought to you by Mz. Juno & Vivacious Miss Audacious: Ingénue Revue features burgeoning burlesque, drag & variety acts from fresh faces and crowd favs, twice a month at Hi-Ho Lounge! Enjoy up and coming talent alongside seasoned pros, debuting new work & signature acts. 10p.m. doors, 10:30 p.m. $15 $25 VIP guaranteed seating. For tickets, go to www.audaciousnola.com/tickets.
12/28 – 1/2/22
Hadestown: Saenger Theatre; 1111 Canal St.; Welcome to Hadestown, where a song can change your fate. Winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards, this acclaimed new musical by celebrated singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell and innovative director Rachel Chavkin (Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812) is a love story for today and always.Intertwining two mythic tales — that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, and that of King Hades and his wife Persephone — Hadestown is a haunting and hopeful theatrical experience that grabs you and never lets go. Showtimes 12/28 – 12/30 – 7:30 p.m.; 12/31 – 6:30 p.m.; 1/1 – 2 & 8 p.m.; 1/2 – 1 & 6:30 p.m. Purchase tickets at https://www.ticketmaster.com/
12/30
Underwear Party!; Cafe Lafitte in Exile; 901 Bourbon St.; 7 p.m. – midnight. Come out the last Thursday of every month to the second floor of Cafe Lafitte’s in Exile for their Underwear Party. $5 cover or free for those who get down to their skivvies. Drink specials and great music.
12/31
Sisters of St. Claude; The Allways Lounge & Cabaret; 2240 St. Claude Ave.; 10 – 11:30 p.m. The Allways lounge and Cabaret proudly presents the Sisters of Saint Claude; this is a drag review featuring the drag artists who have become the pride of the Saint Claude strip. Local favorites Siren and Christopher Robin coproduce and host this throwback show featuring Lip-syncs and live vocals from before the year 2000 along with a rotating cast of stars on the rise. For tickets: https://sistersofstclaude.bpt.me/. Doors are at 9:30 with the show starting at 10 p.m. sharp. $15 cover.
NYE @ Androgyny with Gia Malone: Androgyny; 194 Monarch Dr. Homa; 8 p.m. – 2 a.m. Come Celebrate the End of another year and the Beginning of the next! Hosted by Miss Houma herself Gia Malone! Free Champagne at Midnight! Balloon Drop with Prizes for the 2022 year!
