Toronto PRIDE 2009
Toronto’s summer kick off jam of 2009 definitely happened last weekend when we played host to TORONTO PRIDE. This has got to be one of the hypest dance parties I’ve been to in a while and for anyone who has partied with the gay crowd, you know how dope that can be!! Highlights were catching the OG Bitch herself, Esthero at the Wellsley stage, alongside Toronto sweetheart Mz. Kim Davis (who stole the show at moments, but shhh… we wont tell).
Photos: Anoushka Alo
Esthero, an advocate of gay rights and marriage was recently ordained to perform same sex marriages in L.A. The title was taken from her as a result of states’ stance on gay marriage. Damn you Arnold!
Black in the Back
On the flip side of Pride was Blockorama, a venue somewhat hidden in the back showcasing the LGBT community of color. The artists and performances were INCREDIBLE, which makes me wonder WHY was this venue was so wrongfully placed?!! Next year I hope to see these Queer People Of Color (QPOC) on a more prominent stage. Performers to keep an eye out for were Rehaset, House of Monroe, Scandelle and ILL Nana.
Check out www.torontopride.com for bios.
Rehaset and Ania photo: Jerisse de Juan
House of Monroe: photo Jerrise de Juan
Jenny, I didn’t know you were performing here this year!! Fuck, I’m sooo pissed I missed it. I usually NEVER miss an Esthero performance, grrrrr!
The homegirl Kim Davis told me you were in town, and I almost dropped dead from disappointment in missing it.
I know you tore that shit up, sistren.
see you next time you come home.
Mindbender loves you!
Comment by Addi Stewart — July 4, 2009 @ 6:34 pm