Laugh OUT Loud -- An Out of the Closet Evening of Gay Comedy, will be held on Thursday, February 10, 2005 at Talbott Street according to the annual event's sponsor, Indy Pride, Inc. The show starts at 8:00 pm; headlining the evening will be Miss Richfield 1981. Other featured comedians scheduled to appear include Monique Marvez, Hurricane Summers and Bernie Lubbers. Advance General Admission tickets are $10.00. VIP Tickets are $20.00 and include VIP Reception.
Corporate reserved tables of 10 seats are $300.00 and include VIP reception. Tickets can be purchased at Out Word Bound Bookstore, Metropolis Gift Shop, Statscript Pharmacy or from Indy Pride Board members. The only tickets available for purchase the night of the event will be General Admission tickets which will be $12.00 at the door.
"Dedicating her life to sharing the good tidings from the friendly citizens and responsible merchants of her quality first-ring suburb," Miss Richfield 1981 is the creation of Russ King, who was born and raised in Richfield, Minnesota. Since her cabaret debut in 1996, the former beauty queen and current post-office switchboard operator known as Miss Richfield 1981 has been wowing audiences with her combination of civic pride and flamboyant fashion sense.
Known as Minnesota's answer to Dame Edna, Miss Richfield 1981 has branched out nationally over the past couple of years, including performing regularly on the Atlantis cruise line, a Hollywood-based company specializing in Gay & Lesbian resort vacations and cruises. Miss Richfield 1981 is a hit with people from all over the country who appreciate her suburban humor and home-style sensibilities.
Miss Richfield 1981 has made a video appearance on The Tonight Show and a contestant in the Today show Domestic Diva Contest. During the summer of 2004, Miss Richfield was the headliner at the Crown & Anchor in Provincetown. Most recently she taped a pilot for Cooking's A Drag which is being considered by NBC.
A complimentary comparison to Bette Midler is only the beginning of what can be said about Monique Marvez. With an hourglass figure and a stopwatch wit, she has emerged as a bright and provocative talent. Marvez believes in the adage, "You can never make a second first impression." She has consistently sold out clubs and concert halls from Miami to Anchorage. Monique digs into relationships. "She will keep you in stitches as she 'reflects' on sex, dating and growing up." Monique appears daily on Monique & The Man on the Radio Station Real 97.1.
For over 20 years, Bernie Lubbers has demonstrated time and again how to perform in most any situation and in any type of venue. His stand up is clean, clever, and story-like in presentation. Bernie appears regularly on television and radio and is one of the most requested performers on the popular national program The Bob & Tom Show, which has over 6 million listeners at any one time in 150+ markets. Bernie is a regular fixture at corporate outings and charity benefits. He is proud to serve as a celebrity Goodwill Ambassador of Brands for Future Brands, LLC which owns Jim Beam, Absolut, VOX, Dekeyper, and other labels.
Known as the Mistress of Mayhem, Hurricane Summers is "full of life and very tongue in cheek and full of camp - as if one could take Eartha Kitt, Bette Midler, and Tina Turner and rolled them together to come up with a whole new critter!" Hurricane is known for off-beat sense of humor and "fabulous toasts!" Hurricane is a regular performer at Connections Nightclub in Louisville.
Laugh OUT Loud sponsors include Statscript Pharmacy, Budweiser/Zink Distributing Company, EXP and The Word. Proceeds from the Laugh OUT Loud event will be used by Indy Pride, Inc. to provide scholarships to GLBT students throughout the State of Indiana. For details about the scholarships, visit the Indy Pride website at www.indyprideinc.com.
Friday, February 11
GLBT Valentine's Sweetheart Gayla
7pm-11pm
$7 in advance/$10 at door
Unitarian-Universalist Church of Bloomington
2120 N. Fee Lane, Bloomington, IN
Sponsored by UU Interweave
All are welcome to attend the GLBT Valentine's Sweetheart Gayla. Take your sweetie to a special night out on the town! Don't have one? This could be your lucky night! No dress code required but you'll want to dress nice for your special 'souvenir' photo. Music will be provided by a DJ. Light snacks provided. Please feel free to bring your own alcohol to enjoy or share. For tickets or other information please contact Renee Reed at 812-219-0371 or [email protected]
Saturday, February 12th
Andrea Bunch & Aerin Tedesco with Ripley Caine
At 8pm at Out Word Bound bookstore, 625 N. East St, Downtown Indy Tickets: $8 day of show; $6 in advance
"Anti-folkie Bunch experiments with everything from lovely a cappella and folk to searing electronica, standing out as an exciting and creative artist in a sea of average 'chicks with guitars.' " --Carey Farrell - Chicago Song Circle
"A great poet once said 'make it new.' The anti-folk songs on Andrea Bunch's distinguished debut album Numinous find a common place for acoustic instrumentation and clear and powerful vocals to be enhanced by unusual samples and synthesizer sounds" -- Gregg Shapiro - Windy City Times
At 7pm Out Word Bound bookstore, 625 N. East St, Downtown Indy
Tickets: $8 day of show; $6 in advance
In the span of her twenty-two years, Rachael has literally shared the stage with Boston based singer/songwriter Vance Gilbert, folk divas Claudia Schmidt and Sally Rogers, Prairie Home Companion regulars Robin and Linda Williams, jazz legends Marcus Belgrave and Winston Walls -- amongst others. She has opened for Dar Williams, David Lindley, Garnet Rogers, Chris Smither, Dave Carter & Tracy Grammer, Richard Shindell, Susan Werner, Peter Mulvey, Eddie From Ohio, Nerissa and Katryna Nields, The Kennedys, Clive Gregson, Hugh Blumenfeld, David LaMotte and many more.
In September of 2001, Rachael moved from Michigan to Boston and within the span of seven months was awarded a Boston Music Award for Best New Singer-Songwriter. In 2002, Rachael contributed "Lonely When You're Gone" to the Respond II compilation, which also includes such luminaries as Joan Baez, Dolly Parton, Ani DiFranco, and Eryka Badu.
Her influences range from the jazz styling of Ella Fitzgerald to the soulful pop vocals of Patty Griffin -- with many more in between. She is a contemporary songwriter but is equally at home singing anything from traditional ballads to Cole Porter to Joe Henry. In April 2001, she released her debut CD, Minor League Deities, a collection of original songs featuring performances by many of the people whose musical and personal paths she has crossed throughout her life, including Claudia Schmidt.
www.RachaelDavis.com
Friday, February 18
Kate Peterson and Sarah Cleaver, THE TORCH SONG EVOLUTION TOUR
9:00 PM
FREE ADMISSION
The Abbey, 825 N. Pennsylvania, 317.269.8426
More info at torchsong.katepeterson.com
Sarah and Kate define a torch song as one that's meaning and purpose, in its many interpretations, has continued to inspire change within the world as it evolves. Songs that have sustained generations. Songs that have found a unifying voice for the sometimes voiceless. They yearn to share these songs, learned and crafted with youthful and aggressive abandon, with every known rock and specimen. Through music, laughter, witty banter and true, honest humanism Sarah and Kate hope to do their part to fuel the revolution.
"These two singer/songwriters have something to say that audiences want to hear…and they deliver their heartfelt messages with an irresistible musical flair that moves people to their core. Their aggressive acoustic style and honest, thought-provoking lyrics have been winning over crowds throughout the country. Together their sound is powerful and uniquely beautiful." -Cheryl VanDeKerkove, Producer East Lansing Women in the Arts Festival
Kate Peterson creates pleasantly aggressive folk music that you can rock to, cry to or just plain smile to… gravelly, unbridled, soulful vocals riding up, down & around a ferociously passionate guitar style that together create straight up honest songs that will leave you feeling warm and fuzzy inside. She is touring in support of her second independent release, Undone, released January 05. Kate has shared stages with many-a-talented performers including Toshi Reagon, Alix Olson, The Butchies, Pamela Means, Ellis, Edie Carey, Rose Polenzani, Tami Hart, Lisa Hunter and more.
With her unique quirkiness and interesting life experiences, Sarah Cleaver engages audiences with the spirit of her performances, bursting with fiery lyrics and personal angst. By incorporating the personal in the political, Sarah uses her music as a platform to promote social and political change. Her debut release, From Where I Stand, is distributed by Goldenrod Music. Sarah has performed with national touring acts such as Bitch (of Bitch and Animal), Edie Carey, Bora Yoon and Mary Lou Lord.
Sunday, February 20
One Book One City Discussion at OWB
Indiana Black Pride, Outward bound books, and Indy Soul Sistahs are teaming up to join the city of Indianapolis for the third installment of the One Book One City promotion. The idea is that everyone reads the same book at the same time and then gets together for a discussion. This years selection is The Bondwoman's Narrative, by Hannah Crafts, A Fugitive Slave Recently Escaped from North Carolina. This is the tale of a young woman who has escaped from slavery with her mistress and their adventures. This book is sure to be a page turner.
On Sunday February 20th Outward Bound bookstore has offered to host Indiana Black Pride and The Indy Soul Sistahs as we come together in an informal setting to discuss this exciting book and share in refreshments and fellowship. SO PLEASE JOIN US, PICK UP A COPY OF THE BOOK AT ANY MARION COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY LOCATION OR OUTWARD BOUND BOOKSTORE.
Friday, February 25
Indiana Black Pride General Meeting
WHO: YOU AND 1 OF YOUR CLOSEST FRIENDS
WHAT: INDIANA BLACK PRIDE GENERAL MEETING
WHERE: AU BON PAIN 901 INDIANA AVE. (ACROSS FROM WISHARD HOSPITAL BEHIND TACO BELL)
WHEN: FRIDAY FEBRUARY 25TH 7:00PM
WHY: BECAUSE IT IS TIME TO BE INVOLVED AND ENGAGED!!!
August 5th, 6th, and 7th is rapidly approaching and IBP is busy planning, organizing, and preparing to make history in central Indiana. We have many committees that need your assistance and expertise. Dont be hindered by time constraints or worried about everyone knowing your business, we have lots of "behind the scenes" administrative tasks to be accomplished. Whatever your strengths or talents WE NEED YOU!!! In order to produce the type of weekend festival that we are planning we will need the entire community to support!
JOIN US.....COME OUT AND ..............SEE WHAT EXCITING THINGS WE ARE PLANNING FOR THIS SUMMER!!!
Saturday, Feburary 26
Sonya Lorelle in concert
Doors open at 6pm for food, fun, and socializing. This month features a Mexican theme buffet, as always, offering foods for all from Atkins to Vegan. There's rumor that the girls are trying out some new recipes this month and it'll be scrumptious!!
www.sonyalorelle.com Sonya is spectacular…a sultry and powerful bluesy voice …keyboarding extraordinaire… just wait! Our surprise opening 'act' begins at 7:30ish. Don't want to miss any of this evening so come early! Advance tickets available online www.indyindie.com or OUT WORD BOUND BOOKSTORE 625 N. East Street Indianapolis 317-951-9100. For more details or directions email
or visit the website.
Come soak up the energy of lots of good food, great folks and the best independent art at indyindie! See ya this weekend! cathy and joyce www.indyindie.com
February 28, 2005
Hold 'Em for Equal Rights!
The South Central Region of Indiana Equality* is pleased to sponsor a Poker Tournament Fundraiser
Doors open at 5:00, poker begins at 6:00
Where: Second Story Nightclub, 201 S. College Avenue (Entrance is on 4th Street between Walnut and College)
What: Texas Hold'Em Poker
5 person tables, each with a dealer
Entry fee = 50 chips per person
Winner from each table competes in a final round
Winners receive a variety of donated gifts and prizes (no cash pot)
Who: Anyone 21 years of age and older can participate
How much?: The suggested donation is $30 per poker player if pre-registered, $35 at the door
Observers are welcome! The suggested donation is $5 per observer
What else: Light dinner food provided, Cash bar available
To register, or for more information: E-Mail or call Carolyn Wiethoff at 855-2706
