"The Mission of the San Francisco Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Pride Celebration Committee is to educate the World, commemorate our heritage, celebrate our culture, and liberate our people..."
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2010 NectArena Women's Stage Line-up Thank you to the following artists and entertainers that graced the stage with their talent and made the event an amazing anniversary celebration! Photo gallery for 2010 stage coming soon. Have you heard that song “I’m Every Woman”? Well meet Chaka Khan’s muse… o.k. not really but Christie James is definitely striving to be every woman. A Bay Area native she joined the Navy and was selected for the prestigious Presidential Ceremonial Honor Guard in Washington D.C. there se performed numerous ceremonies at the White House, Arlington National Cemetery, and was selected as Navy tour guide at the Pentagon. After serving her tour in the honor guard and at the American Forces Network, Christie finally realized what she was meant to do. TALK!!! “I guess all of those times I got detention for talking in the back of the class have finally paid off,” says Christie. Christie has worked at many bay area radio stations including 98.1 KISS FM where she studied under the best, bay area legend Renel, STAR 101.3, and most recently WiLD 94.9. Over the past few years the name Christie has become synonymous with your morning coffee. You can hear her every weekday morning from 6am -10am when you wake up with the JV Morning show on The Bays Hit Music Station WiLd 94.9. With her quick wit, celebrity trash talk, and crazy stories about life with her girlfriend in the bay, she entertains us and helps us start the day with a smile on our face!!!
I've been a Clown, a Gymboree teacher, I had a job feeding penguins at the aquarium. I've been a drama teacher, a really awful waitress, a student teacher, a car saleswoman, a health insurance saleswoman and a case worker for Vietnam Vets. All my life I have been afraid to really be my true crazy artist self. The closest I came was my stint as a stripper in the 90's (not a very good one but a stripper nonetheless). I was surrounded by crazy artist women in San Francisco. I worked at a place called the Lusty Lady and although I didn't particuarly like nude dancing, I loved being around eccentric women. I could finally claim my rightful place as a free spirit. Although I wound up selling my soul for that job, I learned a lot about being myself. That was then, now I am a mommy trying to live an honest authentic artist life. I hope to teach my child what I've learned from my mistakes and my triumphs, I hope she learns to speak up for herself and tell the truth. I want her to stand tall and never let anyone knock her down. I hope that she learns that God is within her and as God breathes, so does she. I am Gina Gold and this blog is my truth, I hope you enjoy it. Hand to Hand provides traditional martial arts training and self defense classes. The center was founded in 1980 by Professor Coleen Gragen and is one of the largest woman-led schools on the West Coast. The Martial Arts Program provides training in the eclectic art of Kajukenbo. Students of this art develop excellent body conditioning, power, balance and fluidity of movement. Training at Hand to Hand includes the study of basic techniques, traditional forms, fighting strategy, practical self defense, and weapons practice. The rigorous training is conducted in a supportive environment, where personal integration of the physical, spiritual, and mental aspects of the art is emphasized. Ancient and modern training methods are combined towards reaching the goals of integration of mind, body and spirit and practical self defense preparation. We are thrilled to celebrate Pride with all of you and thank NectArena's organizers. Come check us out on June 29 for Open House or join us for our New Beginner's series, for adults of all genders, starting July 6, 2010. Powerhouse vocalist Judea Eden possesses a raw sincerity that has made her a favored icon of the San Francisco Bay Area music scene for decades. Eden has delighted audiences at the Monterey Pop Festival, SF Gay Pride and many other nationally recognized events with her original blues and jazz influenced rock n’ roll. Her songs can be heard in film soundtracks and are in regular rotation at pioneering radio stations KFOG, KPIG and KUSF. Magazines like Curve and Girlfriends, and award winning papers like the SF Bay Guardian & SF Weekly have praised her work. Eden is currently working on her much-anticipated 4th full-length release. ITS jus lil ole me. I'm da Anchor man..and its lookin like "QUEER" skies and RAINBOWZ With lots of peace signs in da air. Jus Puttin Some PosiTiVe Vibes & Good Energy in Da ATmo' ... KAMARI AKA LYRIKAL in the BUILDIN!!! Maisa was born in the America's capital of the African Diaspora, Salvador, Bahia Brazil and as far as she can remember, dancing is what she enjoyed most. Maisa started entering and winning dance contests when she was ten years old. Her ability to move her perfectly toned body to the complex, frenetic polyrhythmic beating of samba music has never been done with such beauty and grace in the SF Bay Area. Maisa immigrated to the U.S. in 1998. She has been teaching dance for over 10 years. In 2000, she founded Energia do Samba Dance Company. Her dream is to share Samba with the world. The name Energia do Samba (The Energy of Samba) was chosen by Maisa because it is the energy, or more specifically, the positive energy of Samba, that she believes is the essence of Samba. Energia do Samba's dancing is the embodiment of that energy. Prior to the birth of Energia do Samba, Maisa performed with many dance groups in California. Maisa Duke/Energia Do Samba has performed at many celebrity functions, including Robin Williams' 50th birthday and events for the late Christopher Reeves, and former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown at City Hall, Warriors basketball team, San Francisco Giants games, Academy of Sciences in S.F., California Music World in Oakland, Ethnic Dance Festival, The Queen Mary in L.A, for Pele, the most famous soccer player in the world, and many, many other events. Maisa Santana Duke Queen of San Francisco Carnaval 2002 ENERGIA DO SAMBA was founded in 2000 by Maisa Duke, the director and choreographer of the group. What distinguishes Energia do Samba from other Brazilian performance groups in the United States, in the strong influence of Bahia. Most people are familiar with the Rio (from Rio de Janeiro) style samba. Due to the proliferation of samba schools throughout the world, it is rare to see Bahia-style samba outside Brazil. Bahia-style samba is characteristically more playful and joyful, as compared to the Rio style, which is often accompanied by lyrics that tend to be serious social commentary. DJ Marcella is a 10 year veteran of the DJ scene in Northern California. Marcella has performed in many clubs in the Bay Area, Portland, New York, Miami, Puerto Rico and The Bahamas. Specializing in styles such as Hip-Hop, Reggae, Latin, Soul-R&B, Soutful House and Bhangra, Marcella displays a diverse mix unmatched by many. Over the last decade, Marcella has performed at such prominent Bay Area niteclubs as Ruby Skye, Eve, Johncolins and DNA Lounge, held residencies at local parties Mango and VooDoo and promoted events such as Bhangra Espanal and LadyLu Wednesdays. Marcella has performed with the likes of Miguel Migs, J-Boogie's Dubtronic Science, and Dilated Peoples just to name a few. Marcella attributes her deejay success to an eclectic selection, seamless blends and flawless transitions.
MOMMA'S BOYZ San Francisco Drag King Champions …Live!!! No Jive!!!Momma’s Boyz’ sole intention is to entertain you with “all the way live” performances. No lip-syncing!Their style is that of the Old Skool Hip Hop from the 70’s and the 80’s. They believe this music has the clean, pure funk that is The Momma’s Boyz. MCs Alex U. Inn and Mario C., featuring members of the fabulous FreePlay Dance Crew and Harvey Milk Civil Rights Academy, are very committed to giving their audiences a true feeling from the era of their songs. Even down to only sporting vintage Adidas. Their song list consists of such favorites as, “Busta Move”, “Rapper’s Delight”, “Jump Around”, “It Takes Two”, “M.B.Z.” (to the tune of O.P.P.), Good Vibrations and more! Momma’s Boyz would like to thank all the brilliant musicians who inspire the deeds of the MBz’s. Nkechi (pronounced nnn-KAY-chee) is a half Nigerian, half American indie alternative songstress-songwriter whose evocative voice, lyrics, and melodies explore a wide range of musical territory, including pop, folk & soul all in her signature sound and style. Nkechi’s “organic soul originals” travel far past this known world into new and uncharted space only to bring you back down to earth with depth, weight, and the lyric consciousness of a good soul. Nkechi, who goes only by her first name, has made an immense contribution to the entertainment industry over time as a fashion model, to the face in commercials, to roles in theater and film. Now Nkechi expresses her creativity in the San Francisco music scene bright-eyed and forever hopeful through the essence of her vocals, song-writing and performance abilities. Nkechi’s mission is to bring intuitively created live music shows to out-of-the-box environments as a way to inspire love, raise consciousness, open minds, and foster real connection amongst people and introduce peace and heaven on earth. Nkechi’s personal passion is for producing creatively extravagant events, like “The Butterfly Effect Party” in order to raise awareness and funds for causes she advocates. Introducing Nkechi and her band Nkechi Live! serving us Organic Soul for the Spirit! Nkechi’s contact is music@nkechi.com.
RICHELLE DONIGAN Richelle is a renowned choreographer and dancer who showcases her talent all over the world. She is one of the Bay Areas leading performers in the area of creative body movement. She is excite to continue to give you a lil sumthin sumthin at this year's pride celebrationShabnam’s Ooh La La Bellydance is a multi award winning troupe based in the San Francisco Bay Area. They are directed by Bellydancer of the Universe Champion Shabnam and perform at special events throughout the United States. Sabrina Tsang AKA DJ Similak Chyld is known for moving dancefloors from San Francisco to New York and Japan with her unique fusion of hip-hop, soul, reggae, breaks, Latin, and house music. Similak Chyld can be found rocking the turntables at clubs, bars and private parties. She honed her turntable skills on the SF Bay Area party circuit before hooking up with the crews at FTC SF, B.A.S.S., Peaches, fabric8 and farmerbrown SF. Karen Ripley describes her as "exciting, energetic, full of life. She warms the audience up to each other. Not an easy thing to do. Killer smile." Simone Campbell was once asked if she could pinpoint the exact moment when she knew she wanted to be a comic. The other question was, "What was the first album you remember buying with your very own money?" It didn't take long for the brash and busty San Francisco comic to come up with an answer to both; "Robin Williams". “I was surprised that I didn't have to think about it more. But I remember clearly going out as soon as I had the money and buying Robin Williams’ album, "Reality, what a concept". I was hooked” Surprising even herself, today Simone finds herself in a dual role, of comic and activist. Simone performs for many charities and benefits, while always shining a light on the power of leading with intention, a way of living that has garnered her international attention from London to Uganda. Simone is featured in the soon-to-be-released book by London writer, David Watters, “NEVER BLEND IN, The legacy of Harvey Milk. A collection of interviews with LGBT role models. Keep an eye on this one. One of this generations fastest rising stars in gay comedy. SKIM mixes revolutionary visions with her fiery rap lyrics and sultry singing. Her heart pounds through the rhythm of her drum fused with her Korean ancestry. Residing in the city of music and murals, SKIM has emerged as one of the most innovative voices from the Los Angeles soundscape, as she boldly blends elements of Hip Hop, spoken word and Korean folk music together in her performance. Her fanbase is continually expanding as her tour extends across the nation—whether the Michigan Womyn's Music Festival or Michelle's XXX, HBO’s Def Poetry or the Chicago Children's Choir, college campuses or juvenile halls. SKIM is a Korean-American masculine-female, singer-songwriter, rapper, poet, drummer and activist who defies simple categorization. SO DAPPER & A DIVA'S CLOSET (FASHION SHOW) So Dapper is a men's boutique located on 17th street downtown Oakland. We opened our doors Dec.29th of last year, and are lesbian owned and operated. We have assembled an exclusive collection of clothing and accessories to cater to the needs of the modern, contemporary butch, boi,stud, transman and man. We strive to fulfill the needs of all of customers, and offer custom tailoring and styling services. Here is part two of a three part fashion show they have put together for the women's stageTina D’Elia, mix-race Latina queer power femme, actor, playwright, performance poet, and award-winning screenwriter. Best known for her one-woman show Groucho: a Day in the D’Elia Soup and recently kicked off the National Queer Arts Festival with her newest one-woman-show: The Rita Hayworth of this Generation (2010) directed by Katie Rubin and Mary Guzman. D’Elia and director Maria Breaux, co-wrote & co-produced the short film, Lucha which won the Best Short Film Award at Frameline Film Festival (2009). Currently D’Elia is writing a full-length feature screenplay Lucha and will be part of Sins Invalid 2010, starring in the play, “The Cleavage Issue” written by Amal Kouttab. Check out her reel on Facebook page, and get more updates on her website: www.tinadelia.com.
Photo Gallery (2009 and earlier)To toggle between 5 different photo albums from previous years, go to the bottom left corner of the slide show frame and click on the middle icon (show photo albums). 2009 Women's Dance & Performance Pavilion Line-upIn 2009, the NectArena Women's Stage went on a one year hiatus to prepare for the 40th anniversary of the SFLGBT Pride Celebration and the 10th anniversary of the Women's Stage. In order to ensure the women's community still had a dedicated space at the Pride festivities, NectArena teamed up with San Francisco Pride and Christine De La Rosa to present the Women’s Dance and Performance Pavilion (WDPP). The WDPP was a one time production specifically put together for 2009 in the absence of a full NectArena Women's Stage production. NectArena would like to say a special thank you the WDPP Committee for their effort and energy put forth to hold the space for our community. The WDPP Committee members included Lisa Williams (Venue Manager), Christine De La Rosa "Miz Chris" (Stage Manager), Olga Texidor "Dj Olga T" (Sound Coordinator), Kentucky Fried Woman (Performance Coordinator) and Amy Adams "Mz Amy" (Volunteer Coordinator). We would also like to say a big thank you to the entertainers who donated their talent and time to the WDPP production. Performers: Amy Adams, Beth Elliott, ButchTap, Carrie Gerendasy, Diamond Daggers, Fella-Fem, Jay Walker, Jen Cross, Jukie Sunshine, Kentucky Fried Woman, King McQueen Royal Revue, Lady Gravity, Lady Monster, Leah Lakshmi Piepzna-Samarasinha, MOMMA'S BOYZ, Simone de la Getto, and the Twilight Vixen Revue. Deejays: Calalo, Chili D, La Coqui, Motive, Ms. Jackson, Olga T, and Thonsey. Artists performing during Dance Party: Rhythm Sistas Collective, Kilo, and Raw-G. Emcees: Bubblinsugare, Christie Luv, Kentucky Fried Woman, Michelle Meow, and Michelle Mitchell.
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