Hello my loves. So I am laying in bed and thinking of what to write about. So many things going on around town. It's July 4th weekend already. The 405 is closing on July 15-17 (they are calling it Carmegedden – LOL) My film LEAVE IT ON THE FLOOR is showing at Outfest (JULY 16th) along with a lot of my friends' films (Congrats!). And I think to myself, it is all about balance. We know how to handle the good things in our lives. We post, brag, email and tweet people all the good news we can take. But it is handling the bad things and how we react to them that makes us as well. Some people shut down, go into a funk or worse we begin to think that things will we bad all the time. I have learned to understand that it is a balance. In the universe or whatever you want to call it. There will always be bad things happening to us, but why is it we remember them and forget the good things? Think about it. Balance my loves. As queens, we get bombarded with compliments, suggestions and how we should be. We have to learn how to keep the love and let the negativity go. No focusing on what jobs you aren't working, not making RuPual's Drag Race, the part you didn't get. We have to know that our true friends will want to hear us gripe once in a while as well It's OK. It is all for a reason (I hate that cliché) but it is true. Know it is how you react that will keep you sane. B loves you.
So what else is going on around LA that Miss Barbie-Q recommends you may ask?
Sunday, 7/3
Heart On @The Airliner (2419 N. Broadway). I am hosting this night of art, music and dance! Burlesque by: Miss Angie Cakes 10:00 & 11:00 ( Upstairs). Bands (Downstairs): A.E.P., Sadie and the Blue Devil, Onward the Girl, The Truffles, Sunshine Factory, Bitterent. DJ's (Upstairs):Brand B (DirtRAID), Dusty Fingers (Special Guest), Gingee (Magic Garage), Ian T (Heart On). Spoken Word: Greg Pipkins, Gothic Cholo, Big Epoch. Live printing by: John Miner's Crew. Live visuals by: Ma'am Mix-a-lot.
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=206927506016779
Trannyshack LA @Echoplex (1154 Glendale Blvd.) It is back in town with queens galore: Heklina, Phyllis Navidad, Raya Light, Rhea Litre, Fade Dra, Hoku Mama, Creamy Disease, Lady Bear, Willam Belli, Toxic Waist AND special guest Cazwell. Music by House Of Shade DJs: David Banjela & Hotne$$A. $12 before 11p/$15 after
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=123259277754051
Thursday, 7/7 OUTFEST OPENS
LACE and Ultra-red present: What is the scandal in the City of Bell? @LACE (6522 Hollywood Blvd)“For this conversation, the art collective Ultra-red brings together Hector Alvarado (PUMAS) and Leonard Vilchis (Union de Vecinos & Ultra-Red) - two community organizers who have a first-hand perspective on the scandal and the efforts by local residents to move towards more participatory forms of local government. Both organizers have a critical perspective on the scandal in Bell as told by the media. Is there another narrative about the scandal, one that has not been heard in the media? Join us for this important discussion about how a small city of under 50,000 residents offers a portrait of the social antagonisms that define politics in American democracy today.” Looks amazing! This event is free.
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=240269972652664
Friday, 7/8
Fly on the Wall by Paul Torres @Bamboo Lane Gallery (410 Bamboo Lane) Solo show. 12 pieces. "In conjunction with the grand opening of our associated companies Cinevision and Sandoval Media@ 424 Bamboo Lane with numerous special events including a preview of the Phil Stern documentary EYEWITNESS, with the legendary photographer himself present and numerous other film and post-production demonstrations."
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=227389170626941
Miss Kitty Red Devil Disco @Dragonfly (6510 Santa Monica Blvd.) They are back with a vengence! Love love their parties! Music by DJ Xian, Slash Fiction & Nelstar. Performances by: Rudeness, Chrome Girl, Miss Miso & Bunny Fontaine. FREE B4 10p /$7 after.
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=183689535020292
Saturday, 7/9
Saddle Up BBQ @Diamond Bar Riding Stable in Glendale, CA. 75 horses, a 2 hour ride, and a BBQ dinner! At the Bar-B-Que dinner we will have some fun entertainment, drawings, a silent auction and present some very special awards.Important rider information. Registration fee includes 2 drawing tickets and admission to the BBQ dinner! $125 without a horse, $75 with one.
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=171630062886232
Brutus @Faultline (4216 Melrose) Brought to you by Chris Bowen (Bears in Space, Cub Scout, Brown & Serve) & Mario Diaz (Full Frontal Disco, Fuzzy, B.F.D.). Captain Video: Mark Cuadrado, Resident Sea Hag: Fade-Dra. Love this party. The music is amazing!
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=220700794628099
Between Magic and Tragic @Plaid Studio (1642 N. Cherokee Ave.) Featuring artwork by: Jesse Draxler. Music by DJ Vepek. Live performances by Leopold and Rude Ness. FREE. 8p til Midnight.
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=139108439497270&ref=ts
A Club Called Rhonda @El Cid (4212 W. Sunset Blvd.)You know all about it. You heard all about it. Get there early. There will be a line love. Door host Phyllis Navidad. Fierce DJs, fierce people. In one word: FIERCE.
Sunday, 7/10
Bears in Space @Akbar (4356 Sunset). It's their 2 year anniversary and it is gonna be off the hook! An afternoon lot party & beer bust in the back parking lot behind Akbar - 2pm til 7p. Guest DJs: Bus Station John (Tubesteak, San Francisco), Mike Trombley & Scott Zacharias (Macho City, Detroit). Resident DJs: Nitedog (Black Disco) & Chris Bowen (Cub Scout, Brutus). Mistress of Ceremonies: Phyliss Navidad. Host: Jefferson Hendrick. Show starts promptly at 6pm with performances by: Jackie Hell, Phyliss Navidad, Rahab, Honey Bee & Miss Barbie-Q. Art Installation by Homo Riot. At 7p the party moves inside to the dance floor. FREE!
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=138295469580254
Wednesday, 7/13
Magic @Vertigos (801 W. Temple St.) New party in LA. For the ones who love to groove and move to the music. Gonna check it out myself and see for myself.
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=149588768447987
Thursday, 7/14 DTLA ARTWALK
Blue Canvas Issue 9 Launch Party @Exchange LA (618 S. Spring St.)“Bluecanvas would like to invite you to the launch of issue 9. We will be celebrating the release of the new issue and will feature artwork exhibited by artists from our Bluecanvas community. For the night of the show, pick up pre-released copies of issue 9 for the reduced price of $3.00 each. Amazing artwork will also be provided by live painters, live digital painters, live tattooing, and live body painting.” Sounds good to me. Art School Collaboration: School of Visual Arts. Scion Art Cars Designed by David Choe, Mr. Cartoon & Giant Robot. Anthony Valadez (89.9 FM KCRW). Live digital painting by: Steve Jung & Jung Park. Live painting by: John Park, Mimi Yoon, Michael Pukac & Hans Haveron. Live body painting by: Asia Eng. Live tattooing by: Johnny Quintana. Exhibiting Artists: Van Saro, Rod Luff, Ryan Young, Gosha Levochkin, Stephen V. Williams, Edgar Silva, Kate Stipp, Christy Rogers, Soey Milk, Darrell Long, David Imlay, David Carmack Lewis, Cameron Hampton, Jonathan Callicutt Helice Wen, Tammy Zebruck, Josie Portillo, Daniaelle Simonsen and Daniel Lim,
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=116939901725980&ref=ts
ArtWerq @DTLA Artwalk Downtown Independent (251 South Main Street) Join Barbie Q and COMA as we bring a monthly party to the Artwalk scene! A little art, a little music, and a lot of fun! Live performances by glamazon duo, Johnny Rockitt and Zackary Binx. Curated by LA's own Lenora Claire and Phyliss Navidad (LA Pop Tart Gallery). We encourage all people to come and be a part of the inspiration as well! DJ Aaron Elvis spinning. Additional video installations by indie production company, Movie Magic Media. Doors open at 8p. No cover loves.
Friday, 7/15
Bullsh*t @Hamburger Mary's Weho (Sweetzer & Santa Monica) Now it is always a special night but it is EXTRA special because I will be performing that night! Check it out my loves, it gets packed quickly. Showtime around 10:30p.
PLEASE NOTE: PARTIES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE OR BE CANCELLED, BE WARNED. THIS IS WHAT I KNOW BEFORE GOING TO PRINT.
FOR COMPLETE LISTINGS, LINKS TO THE EVENTS and TO KNOW WHERE I AM MAKING AN APPEARANCE NEXT – GO TO MY BLOG LOVES!!
More postings coming as I get them in!
Thank you so much for letting me share just a little of what I know, and if I missed anyone, know that it is NEVER on purpose boo!
Facebook Fan Page: Barbie Q
Blog: MissBarbie-Q.com via GayWestHollywood.com
Email: MissBarbieQLA@gmail.com
Thanks to all of you! xo baby xo, Barbie-Q
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