Entertainment
MC of the Night
Johnny Sibilly
Actor and producer Johnny Sibilly is known for his charisma, versatility, and championing of the LGBTQ+ community both on and off the screen. He most recently was seen as a series regular on Peacock's QUEER AS FOLK and as 'Wilson the Water Cop' in the Emmy Award winning comedy series HACKS on Max. Sibilly has also graced the small screen as Costas Perez in the groundbreaking drama POSE, as well as an appearance in season two of LIZA ON DEMAND.
In addition to his work in television, Sibilly is a fervent advocate for LGBTQ+ and Latinx rights, growing a considerable social following as a result of his progressive and comedic voice that includes his popular online character Julissa.
DJ GFUNKTRECE & DJ Trankis
Kari Ramirez aka Trankis is a non-binary DJ and illustration artist from South East Los Angeles. They are a member of the Los Angeles Chulita Vinyl Club chapter and also co-host a monthly party called ¿A Quien Le Importa? Their art and DJing centers femmes, nostalgia and radical joy.
Gabriel Vidal aka g-funk-trece is a trans Salvi DJ from the San Fernando Valley. He finds importance in uplifting music of marginalized communities in particular leftist, queer, trans and Central American narratives. Gabriel has a monthly Dublab radio show called Escuchar al Istmo and is a member of a DJ vinyl collective called Radio Pulgarcito.
Las Marimbas Del Valle
Las Marimbas Del Valle consists of 9 members ranging in age from 13-26 years old. With almost a decade of experience under their belts, their repertoire primarily includes Latin Cumbias and classics performed through the captivating sound of wood. They have experience playing at a variety of events including quinces, weddings, private parties, and corporate events.
DORIAN WOOD
Dorian Wood (she/they) is a multidisciplinary artist based in the U.S. Her intent of “infecting” spaces and ideologies with her artistic practice is born from a desire to challenge traditions and systems that have contributed to the marginalization of people. Her work has been showcased in concert halls and performance spaces around the world, including at institutions like The Broad (Los Angeles), REDCAT (Los Angeles), Museo Nacional Del Prado (Madrid), the City Hall of Madrid and Teatro de la Ciudad Esperanza Iris (Mexico City). From 2019 to 2020, she completed several successful tours throughout Europe, Mexico and the U.S. with her chamber orchestra tribute to Chavela Vargas, XAVELA LUX AETERNA. Wood is a recipient of a 2023 LA County Performing Arts Recovery Grant, a 2023 NALAC Fund for the Arts grant, a 2020 Creative Capital Award and a 2020 Art Matters Foundation grant. In 2023, Wood premiered Canto de Todes, a touring 12-hour chamber music composition and installation that emphasizes the urgency of folk music as a conduit for social change. She has also released over a dozen recordings, most recently the albums You are clearly in perversion (2023, Astral Editions), in collaboration with Thor Harris; and Excesiva (Dragon's Eye Recordings, 2023)
HOUSE OF BALMAIN
House of Balmain, a Los Angeles ballroom house renowned for dynamic high-energy voguing. Emerging from the LGBTQ+ ballroom scene, they showcase intricate footwork, dramatic poses, and fierce attitude. They are celebrated for their participation in competitions highlighting diversity, creativity, and self-expression.
Persephoné Argent
Persephoné Argent
One of newest Drag Entertainers Vice President of the GNC advocacy board for the West Coast Ballroom Kiki Scene and a future leader in the community
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