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Since 1970
CAPITAL PRIDE
ALBANY, NEW YORK
JUNE 2018
Pride Guide
Capital Pride is Hosted by The Pride Center of the Capital Region.
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Calendar-at-a-Glance
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 6
Wacky Wednesday Drag Bingo @ Waterworks
THURSDAY, MAY 31 Pub 10pm–2am | 76 Central Ave., Albany | No Cover,
PRIDE Kick-Off BBQ & Celebration 5–8pm | Suggested Donation for Bingo
Washington Park Lakehouse, Albany NY | Free THURSDAY, JUNE 7
Capital PRIDE Kick-Off Karaoke 8pm–2am | Oh Bar, Therapy Thursday Pride Ball @ Waterworks Pub
302 Lark Street, Albany | Cash Bar 11pm | Waterworks Pub, 76 Central Ave., Albany NY | Free
FRIDAY, JUNE 1 FRIDAY, JUNE 8
Flag Raising Ceremony 10am | Albany City Hall, 24 Purr Party 9pm–2am | Oh Bar, 302 Lark Street, Albany NY
Eagle St., Albany NY | Free | Cash Bar
Alternative Prom! 7–11pm | Albany Capital Center 55 Calvin Banks @ ROCKS 8pm–4am | ROCKS, 77 Central
Eagle St. Albany NY | $20 Ave., Albany NY | Free
Schenectady Pride 2018 5pm–10:30pm | Jay Street
Marketplace, Schenectady | Free SATURDAY, JUNE 9
The Pride Center of the Capital Region and In Our
SATURDAY, JUNE 2 Own Voices present the PRIDE 5K, sponsored
Frieda & Carmie’s Cabaret for Kids 2–4pm | Huxley by Whole Foods 8–11am | Corning Preserve Boat Launch,
Theater, NY State Museum, 260 Madison Ave., Albany | Free Albany NY | $40
Boardroom Shades of Grey 9pm–4am | ROCKS, 77 Say It Loud Black and Latino Gay Pride–The
Central Ave., Albany NY | $10 Celebration Noon–5pm | Washington Park, Albany | Free
Sing OUT Louise XII 9:00pm | Waterworks Pub American Idol ADA VOX Live! @ Waterworks
76 Central Ave., Albany NY | $10 Pub - Say It Loud Black & Latino Gay Pride—The
Official After Party 10pm | Waterworks Pub, 76 Central
RuPaul’s Laila McQueenLive! @ Waterworks Ave., Albany NY | $10
Pub 11pm, right after “Sing Out Louise XII” | Waterworks
Pub, 76 Central Ave., Albany NY | $10
SUNDAY, JUNE 10
2018 Capital PRIDE Parade Prouidly Sponsored
SUNDAY, JUNE 3 by Hannaford Noon | State St. to Lark St. to Madison
PRIDE Disco Tea Dance 5pm–8pm | ROCKS, 77 Ave. to Washington Park, Albany | Free
Central Ave., Albany NY | Free
2018 Capital PRIDE Festival proudly sponsored
by Rivers Casino and Resort 1–5pm | Washington
MONDAY, JUNE 4 Park, Albany | Free
LGBTQA Movie Night 6–10pm | Pride Center, 332 Capital PRIDE After Parties 5pm–? | Pride Center
Hudson Ave. Albany NY NY | Free (332 Hudson Ave.), Waterworks Pub (76 Central Ave.), Oh
Bar (304 Lark St.), ROCKS (77 Central Ave.)
TUESDAY, JUNE 5
Pride Celebration Choral Evensong 5:30pm | St. Paul’s FRIDAY, JUNE 15
Episcopal Church, 21 Hacket Blvd. Albany NY | Free Vintage Pride Sunset Cruise 6–8pm | Dutch Apple
LGBTQA Trivia Night 8–11pm | ROCKS, 77 Central Ave., Cruises, 141 Broadway, Albany NY | $40
Albany NY | No Cover, Suggested Donation for Trivia
For full descriptions of all events, see pages 36–39.
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Saturday June 9, 2018
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“It’s time for New York to lead. It’s time for New York to
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stelle has come a long way Records. The first project released
from local West London MC under the label was her fourth al-
to being a successful Gram- bum True Romance. The album
my Award-winning artist. Born the features the inspirational anthem
second of nine children in a strict re- “Conqueror,” which skyrocketed
ligious Senegalese/Grenadian fam- even further after a special duet
ily, Estelle learned early to escape version aired during an episode of
life’s daily pressures through music. Fox’s hit show Empire. Performed
Growing up, she was exposed to by Estelle and Jussie Smollett,
African and gospel music, as well as “Conqueror” became one of the
reggae and dub, all of which have highest-charting songs from Em-
played an integral role in develop- pire to date and helped spur the
ing her music today into a unique, original soundtrack from Season
original blend of sounds. One of Empire to the #1 spot on the
Estelle’s international recogni- Billboard 200 as well as a Grammy
tion came with the debut of her nomination.
second album Shine, released un- With the release of Estelle’s
der John Legend’s Homeschool label, in partnership with fifth album, her musical career journeys back to some
Atlantic Records. Her hit single “American Boy,” in col- of its original influences. Partnered with VP Records,
laboration with rapper Kanye West, won a Grammy Award Estelle is set for a spring 2018 release of an album
for Best Rap/Song Collaboration, in addition to being based in the sound of reggae and African music that
nominated for Song of the Year and many other awards raised her. “Love Like Ours,” the first showing from the
worldwide. project, is a feel-good duet that matches Estelle with
Her third album All of Me gave fans an in-depth look reggae great Tarrus Riley. “This song represents the
into her soul with the chart-topping single “Thank You.” level of quality and care that I’m bringing to this album.
The duality of this album showcased the vocal ability Since Come Over with Sean Paul, fans have consistently
of this multi-talented songstress as the emotionally raw asked when I would make an entire reggae album,” Es-
songs flawlessly demonstrated the richness of her musical telle says when talking about Love Like Ours. “Well, I’m
history. happy to give the people what they have been asking
Taking full creative control of all her music endeavors, for and I’m proud to share another piece of my life and
Estelle launched her independent label, Established 1980 art with the world.”
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ADA VOX
A
da Vox is a San a wrong way. It killed
Antonio drag me inside. It killed me
queen who has inside almost as much
been singing her heart as people were telling
out on ABC’s 2018 re- me that I should kill
boot of American Idol. myself...I was contem-
As a Semifinalist and plating lots of things
Top 14 contestant, that I shouldn’t have.”
her appearance marks Adam did not let
a first for the TV com- that deter him from his
petition show and she dream and when he
was one of the stand- heard the show was
outs from the audition coming back to
rounds thanks to her ABC this year,
performance of “House of the Rising Sun.” When Katy he decided to
Perry asked if she was going to take this competition audition again
seriously, Ada responded, “I’m not here to play with as his alter ego
anybody. I’m here to chase my dreams and make them Ada Vox. He
come true.” said: “I was an
Ada Vox auditioned for American Idol back in 2013 OK singer then,
when she was known as Adam Sanders. In one of his but I’m a hun-
Season 12 performances, he got a standing ovation from dred times bet-
three of the four judges with his rendition of Etta James’s ter now than I ever was then. I’m vocally better, I’m a bet-
“I’d Rather Go Blind.” Despite this, he got eliminated after ter performer, I’m a better entertainer, I’m more prepared
Hollywood week. as an adult now to take on the challenges that come with
After he appeared on Season 12 of American Idol, a competition like this.”
he started getting threats on social media. He revealed Adam was born in San Antonio, Texas, and has worked
on this year’s show right before his audition: “People at a seafood restaurant by day and drag queen by night.
attacked my weight, my sexuality, telling me that I was The 24-year-old is a University of Texas graduate and lists
horrible, that I sucked, that I don’t deserve to be here, his influences as Lady Gaga, Beyonce, Aretha Franklin,
that I shouldn’t be who I am. And I let it get to me in Patti Labelle, and more.
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GRAND CENTRAL STATION
G rand Central Station has been entertaining the Capital District for over 40 years
and has become one of the best party bands in the area. With amazing vocalists
and seasoned musicians, this band is sure to make you dance.
CAPITAL PRIDE DRAG REVUE
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YOUR HOST
T wenty-nine-year old (shut up) Shawn Gillie is a professional stand up comedian who has
performed at countless venues throughout the northeast as well as California, Hawaii, and
on a Norwegian Cruise. Here locally he’s a regular at The Comedy Works in Saratoga and The
Funny Bone in Albany. He’s also a mobile DJ and on-air personality for FLY 92.3. Shawn is the
originator of Therapy Thursday and hosts several nights a week at Waterworks Pub. Shawn grew
up in Lansingburgh, loves traveling all over the world, vodka, and extremely short walks on the
beach. You can find out more about Shawn on his website www.ShawnGillie.com If you’re
looking for a DJ, contact Shawn! He specializes in Weddings and is available for all types of
events. “Please hire me so I don’t have to go out and get a real job.” —Shawn Gillie
32 • CAPITAL PRIDE 2018“A CABARET FOR KIDS”
SUNDAY JUNE 3RD 5 PM - 8 PM
BREAK FROM
THE ORDINARY
Renaissance Albany
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144 State Street Albany, NY 12208
1 518-992-2500Listen with Pride
The Albany Symphony is proud to support
The Pride Center of the Capital Region
and Capital Pride 2018.
Call: 518.694.3300 | Click: albanysymphony.com | Visit: 19 Clinton Ave, Albany, NY 12207Kathy
Sheehan
Mayor, City of Albany
“I am proud to celebrate the
48th annual
Capital PRIDE week
with you!
This important event is a
wonderful expression of
diversity and acceptance in
the city of Albany. I
commend the continued efforts
of all those involved and
wish you another successful
week of events.”
www.KathySheehan.com
“Thank you to the
Pride Center for all the
services you provide to
our community!”May 31 - June 15
THURSDAY, MAY 31
PRIDE Kick-Off Celebration Schenectady Pride 2018
5–8pm | Washington Park Lakehouse, Washington 5pm - 10:30pm | Jay Street Marketplace,
Park, Albany | Free ($5 Suggested Donation) Schenectady NY | Free
An Official Pride Center and In Our Own Voices Event! The 7th annual Schenectady LGBTQ Pride festival is back!
A wonderful annual tradition that continues to get bigger Taking place on Fri, June 1 from 5pm - 10:30pm on the Jay
and better each year! Come together with The Pride Center Street Marketplace in downtown Schenectady.
and In Our Own Voices as we officially kick off PRIDE
This year the main stage will be on the corner of Jay and
at the Washington Park Lakehouse. Enjoy a fun, casual
State Street featuring performances by Comedian Jaye
evening with food provided by ROCKS, music, and chances
McBride (6pm), Union College’s Eliphalets (6:30pm) and
to win fun prizes. Get tickets to upcoming events and learn
the ever popular Drag Spectacular (7pm).
more about the festivals. Meet up with friends, new and old,
as the community kicks off the 2018 PRIDE season!
SATURDAY, JUNE 2
Capital PRIDE Kick-Off Karaoke Frieda & Carmie’s Cabaret for Kids
8pm–2am | Oh Bar, 302 Lark Street, Albany 2pm–4pm | The Huxley Theater, New York State
Museum, 260 Madison Ave., Albany | Free
An Official Pride Center Event! Kick off PRIDE with
Albany’s oldest and greatest karaoke. Don’t miss an evening Join the Queens of PRIDE, Carmie Hope and Frieda
of good times and great voices. This Capital PRIDE classic Munchon, for a fun-for-the-whole-family children’s concert.
returns with Karaoke Wars; have fun donating cash to There will be songs, games, prizes, and sing-alongs for kids
change a song, change a singer, or just give to a good cause! of all ages. Bring the entire family for a one-of-a-kind
Proceeds benefit The Pride Center of the Capital Region. afternoon of fun and music.
(21+ to enter).
Boardroom Shades of Grey
FRIDAY, JUNE 1 9pm–4am | Rocks, 77 Central Ave, Albany | $10
Flag Raising Ceremony Boardroom Shades of Grey at Rocks. Wear your finest suit
10am | Albany City Hall, 24 Eagle St., Albany | Free and tie or just check out the Business Attire scenery. All
your board room fantasies will come to life (21+ to enter).
An Official Pride Center and In Our Own Voices Event!
Join the Pride Center, In Our Own Voices, and Mayor
Sing OUT Louise XII—Remixed
Kathy Sheehan for a special ceremonial raising of rainbow
9pm | Waterworks Pub, 76 Central Ave., Albany | $10
flags to acknowledge and kick off PRIDE.
An Official Pride Center Event! The PRIDE tradition
Alternative Prom! continues with “Sing OUT Louise XII.” The amazing ladies
7pm –11pm | Albany Capital Center, 55 Eagle St. who define drag in Albany are back: Frieda Munchon,
Albany NY | $20 Carmie Hope, Kashi Golean and more in one magnificent
and outrageous PRIDE extravaganza. They will dazzle you,
An Official Pride Center Event! Join us for our 20th annual
amaze you, and change it up a bit in an electrifying opening
Alternative Prom, a fun-filled evening for LGBTQA youth
show before RuPaul’s Laila McQueen takes the stage at
and their allies ages 19 and under. Come as you are, no
Waterworks Pub (18+ to Enter, 21+ to Drink).
judgments, to this amazing event! We hope you can come
out to be a part of the action! Learn more about Center
Youth at www.capitalpridecenter.org.
38 • CAPITAL PRIDE 2018RuPaul’s Laila McQueen Live! THURSDAY, JUNE 7
@ Waterworks Pub
11pm, right after “Sing Out Louise XII” | Waterworks Therapy Thursday Pride Ball
Pub, 76 Central Ave., Albany | $10 @ Waterworks Pub
11pm | Waterworks Pub, 76 Central Ave. Albany |
An Official Pride Center Event! RuPaul’s Drag Race Star Free
Laila McQueen invaded televisions around the world on
Season 8 of RuPaul’s Drag Race. Fan favorite, Laila brings The Therapy Thursday Pride Ball 2018 at Waterworks Pub
her edgy style and raw talent to Waterworks Pub, along featuring DJ Shawn Gillie spinning a variety of R&B,
with some of the area’s best drag queens, in a benefit for the top 40, and dance music all night long. Don’t miss out on
Capital Pride Center (18+ to Enter, 21+ to Drink). Shawn’s Taste the Rainbow Contest plus performances by
Albany’s best drag performers. (18+ to enter, 21+ to drink.)
SUNDAY, JUNE 3
PRIDE Tea-Dance FRIDAY, JUNE 8
5–8pm | ROCKS, 77 Central Ave., Albany NY | Free
Purr Party at Oh Bar
Pride Center of the Capital Region invites you to join us at 9pm | Oh Bar, 302 Lark Street, Albany, NY |Free
ROCKS for fun, food, music, drink specials, giveaways, and
games as a special start to the second half of PRIDE Week PRIDE Week and girl parties go hand in hand! Join us for a
with a display of our Unity and PRIDE! (21+ to Enter) fabulous night at Oh Bar! Great music Pool, Darts and sexy
ladies. You will be sure to have an amazing time!
MONDAY, JUNE 4
Calvin Banks @ ROCKS
LGBTQA Movie Night 9pm | 77 Central Ave., Albany, NY |Free
6:00pm | Pride Center (332 Hudson Ave.) Albany, NY
| Free Dance w/ Mr. Calvin Banks and the ROCKS Models for
our Albany Pride 2018 Kick-off party 8pm with DJ Ray
Join us at the Pride Center for Movie night, a relaxing Riley in the club.
evening of popcorn and LGBTQA cinema.
TUESDAY, JUNE 5 SATURDAY, JUNE 9
Pride Celebration Choral Evensong The Pride Center of the Capital Region
5:30pm | 21 Hacket Blvd., Albany NY | Free
and In Our Own Voices present the
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church invites you to a Pride PRIDE 5K, sponsored by Whole Foods
Celebration Choral Evensong featuring works by Fedak and 8–11am | Corning Preserve Boat Launch, Albany |
Bernstein. $40
An Official Pride Center and In Our Own Voices Event!
LBGTQA Trivia Night Registration begins at 8:00am at the Boat Launch, Rainbow
9–11pm | Rocks, 77 Central Ave., Albany | No Cover, Fun Run (0.62 miles; open to walkers and runners of all
Suggested Donation for Trivia; proceeds donated to the ages and abilities) at 9:00am, and 5K (3.1 miles) at 10:00am.
Pride Center
Awards and prizes immediately following the 5K! Prizes
A Capital PRIDE Favorite! LGBTQ-themed trivia gets will then be awarded to the top three participants in the
everyone’s mind moving! Join our special guest host and female, male, and open gender categories, as well as the top
enjoy great drink specials, mind bending trivia, and win three participants in the each age bracket. Also, wear your
great prizes! (21+ to enter.) Rainbow Best! Awards for Individuals and Teams “Best
Use of Rainbow.” Check the Pride Center website at www.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 6 capitalpridecenter.org for online registration details. Please
Wacky Wednesday Drag Bingo complete one registration per race participant. Paper pre-
@ Waterworks Pub registrations must be received by Thursday, May 31. Online
10pm | Waterworks Pub, 76 Central Ave., Albany | No pre-registration closes Thursday, June 7, at 9:00pm.
Cover, Suggested Donation for Bingo
Join the Capital Pride Center for a fun night of Drag Bingo
followed by performances from some of the area’s top drag For more information about PRIDE 2018 events,
queens at the Wacky Wednesday Drag Show at Waterworks visit the Pride Center online at
https://www.capitalpridecenter.org/pride.
Pub. (18+ to enter, 21+ to drink.)
WWW.CAPITALPRIDECENTER.ORG • 39Say It Loud Black and Latino Say It Loud 2018 Capital PRIDE Festival, Proudly
Black and Latino Gay Pride–The Celebration Sponsored by Rivers Casino and Resort
Noon–5pm | Washington Park, Albany NY | Free 1–5pm | Washington Park, Albany | Free
An In Our Own Voices Event! The Celebration will take An Official Pride Center Event! Don’t miss the largest
place at Washington Park, Albany. The event is an outdoor PRIDE celebration in Upstate New York! The Capital
affair for all LGBT POC, families, and allies. International PRIDE Festival headlined by international pop star Estelle
Pop Singer Brenda K Starr, American Idol Top 10 Finalist and American Idol 2018 Top 10 Finalist Ada Vox! With
Ada Vox and local talent will be providing entertainment. a stirring Revel, high energy, top notch entertainment,
There will be a kids’ corner featuring Bouncy Bounce, face hundreds of vendors—including some of the area’s best food
painting, and more! A variety of foods and beverages will trucks, crafters, shops and merchants, as well as community
be on hand throughout the day to tempt the taste buds of groups—a family zone, and some exciting surprises for 2018,
all attendees. The Celebration highlights our talents and the Capital PRIDE Festival is one of the region’s biggest
contributions to the larger LGBT community. and most highly anticipated events! Hosted by FLY92.3’s
DJ Shawn Gillie, with the Grand Central Station Band and
Ram Party Waterworks Pub DJ Dave Barna.
10pm–4am | Rocks, 77 Central Ave, Albany | $10
Daddy Ersin Presents the RAM Party, Leather Pride Capital PRIDE After Parties
Edition at ROCKS Saturday June 9th with DJ Johnny. 5pm–? | Pride Center (332 Hudson Ave.), Waterworks
Pub (76 Central Ave.), Oh Bar (304 Lark St.), Rocks
(21+ to enter).
(77 Central Ave.)
American Idol’s ADA VOX Live! @ Black & Keep the celebration going at the official Capital PRIDE
Latino Gay Pride—The Official After Party after parties! Unwind or heat up at Waterworks Pub (18+
10pm | Waterworks Pub, 76 Central Ave., Albany | to enter, 21+ to drink), featuring Andrew Christian model
$10 Ian Arcudi. Get your picture taken with one Andrew
Christian’s top models, enjoy the modeling show, or enter
A Waterworks Pub and In Our Own Voices Event! Enjoy
the underwear contest. Continue the festivities at Oh Bar
a night of music and dancing with American Idol’s Top
(21+ to enter), ROCKS (21+ to enter), or join a very special
10 Finalist Ada Vox. Right off her historic and inspiring
sober party for the entire community at the Pride Center
appearance on American idol 2018 Ada Vox brings her
(all ages).
amazing voice and talent to Waterworks Pub for an up
close and personal performance that you won’t want to miss!
With DJ Hassan and DJ Dave Barna. (18+ to enter, 21+ to
FRIDAY, JUNE 15
drink) Vintage Pride Sunset Cruise
6–8pm | Dutch Apple Cruises, 141 Broadway, Albany
SUNDAY, JUNE 10 | $40
2018 Capital PRIDE Parade Proudly Join Vintage Pride for a fabulous party riding down the
Sponsored by Hannaford Hudson River. Tickets are $40, board the boat at 5:30, and
Noon | State St. to Lark St. to Madison Ave. to cruise from 6:00 to 8:00pm. Dance the night away, rain
Washington Park, Albany | Free or shine, thanks to indoor and outdoor decks. Delicious
appetizers and dinner fare will be provided, along with a
An Official Pride Center Event! The Capital PRIDE Parade
cash bar. Unfortunately, the boat is not handicap accessible.
presented by Hannaford steps off at noon in Washington
With safety in mind, we suggest low-heeled or soft-soled
Park, led by the Community March, and is full of music,
shoes. This Pride Center event is for Vintage Priders (aged
inspiration, and of course, a sense of celebration and
55+), as well as friends and supporters of Vintage Pride.
unity! The Parade and March will feature Capital Region
community members, elected officials supporting the
LGBTQ community, businesses, community organizations, If you have questions about accessibility
allies, and of course amazing floats, music, dancing, and or need accommodation for any Pride
goodies. Bring friends and set up on the Parade route to event, please call the Pride Center at
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Showcasing the contributions of Sunday of every month.
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PRIDE CENTER BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
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Ed Davis John Daniels
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