1976- 2019 DRAG QUEENS, CHICAGO

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Hello! Here is a collection of drag queens starting with my photos of the Chicago Gay Pride Parade in 1976, 2008 and 2011. Next are photos of two events that my daughter Alex White of White Mystery Band organized at the Chicago Loop Activate and Skate Night 2019 with Drag Queens at SPIN, Chicago. Please scroll down for names of the performers. Feel free to contact me with any questions that you may have!

Skate Night 2019 with Drag Queens at SPIN, Chicago
Chicago Loop “Activate” 2019 Drag Queens Event In 2019, the Chicago Loop Alliance hosted the ACTIVATE: Green Room pop-up arts program in the alley behind the Symphony Center, transforming the space into a vibrant drag and performance venue. The event was part of the City of Chicago’s Year of Chicago Theatre and featured top drag queens and kings performing iconic songs from beloved musicals Loop Chicago+1.Event Highlights

Date & Time: Thursday, July 18, 2019, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM Loop Chicago

Location: Symphony Center Alley, 220 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL Loop Chicago

Curated by: White Mystery and A Queer Pride, in partnership with the Chicago Loop Alliance Foundation and presenting sponsor The School of the Art Institute of Chicago www.whitemysteryband.com

Free to the public with optional RSVP for a free drink ticket www.whitemysteryband.com

Drag Performers
The evening showcased a diverse lineup of drag artists, including:

Bambi Banks Couleè

Danika Bone’t
Cleo Pockalipps
Denali
Aunty Chan

Bella DeBalle
Lucy Stoole

Alexis Bevels

KAT SASS

Grelley Duvall
Ari Gato

Travis Fiero

Pangaea

That Bitch

XO Carrington

Girlboifriend
Chanel Mercedes-Benz

Alex Jenny

Average

Brian Bandura www.whitemysteryband.com

Art & Performance Elements
The drag performances were set against larger-than-life pop art, inflatable sculptures, and eye-popping set designs. Guests could:

Try theatrical makeup transformation stations

Use an interactive video booth

Enjoy House and techno DJ sets by Ariel Zetina and Miss Twink USA www.whitemysteryband.com

Skate Night 2019 with Drag Queens at SPIN, Chicago
In June 2019, SPIN in Chicago transformed into a free roller skating rink for one night only as part of A Queer Pride’s Over the Rainbow event, celebrating Chicago Pride with music, skating, and drag performances Do312+1.
Event details

Date: Saturday, June 15, 2019

Time: 7:00 PM – 1:00 AM

Location: SPIN, Chicago

Cost: Free to skate (BYOWheels or $5 skate rental via 1833) Do312+1

Curated by: A Queer Pride

Rink guards: Chicago Shred Union Do312

Performers & acts

DJs: Ariel Zetina & White Mystery Do312

Hosts: Abhijeet & Bambi Banks-Couleé Do312

Skater shows: Alexis Bevels, Denali, Her? Do312
Queens on Wheels: Chicago Outfit Roller Derby, Gnat, Melissa Bitch, Siichele, Ramona Slick Do312

Highlights

The venue was stripped of ping pong tables and transformed into a large roller rink.

The drag and roller derby acts blended performance art with skating, creating a vibrant, inclusive atmosphere.

The event combined music, skating, and queer culture, making it a standout Pride celebration in Chicago Do312+1.

If you’re looking for a similar experience, SPIN has hosted other “Skate Nights” with drag and music, such as Match Made in Heaven in February 2019, which also featured White Mystery DJs and retro fashion shows on wheels Do312.

Diane Alexander White Photography
www.Dawhitephotography.com