Respectable Street is closing out Pride month with a dance party hosted by drag performer TP Lords, featuring genres from Diva House to 2000s hits.
“It's going to be something extraordinary, what I do and bring my magic to the stage,” said Lords.
The 21+ event will take place June 29, doors open at 10 p.m. Tickets are available online at Eventbrite, and at the door. Advance tickets are $15, and $25 day of.
"A night of unapologetic queer euphoria. A celebration of queer nightlife. Get down and greasy at this underground dance party that requires all on the DANCE floor,” reads the listing on Eventbrite.
Respectable Street is located at 518 Clematis St., West Palm Beach. It is under the Subculture Group, which includes several businesses on Clematis, as well as other cities such as Delray Beach and Miami.
The venue has remained queer-friendly and continues to host drag shows, even in light of recent legislative attacks on the drag and trans community by Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Lords stated that when Clematis St. was blocked off to local traffic post-COVID, she was able to perform for Subculture restaurant Hullabaloo. Initially, she performed on an outside stage that is now inside.
“Now we perform inside, but I prefer to be inside anyway, because it's South Florida and the heat is not forgiving on drag shows,” Lords said.
Mike Linder, the social media manager for Respectable Street, emphasized that the venue is a safe space for the queer community.
“Respectable Street has always been a steadfast ally of the LGBTQ+ community, and our commitment to inclusivity and diversity remains unwavering. In light of recent legislative challenges faced by the drag and LGBTQ+ community in Florida, it is more crucial than ever to provide safe spaces for expression and celebration,” Linder said. “Hosting events like GREASY on the 29th is not just about entertainment; it's about solidarity and standing against discrimination. We believe in the power of community and the importance of creating environments where everyone can feel welcome and celebrated. Our support for queer-focused events is a reflection of our core values as a venue that embraces diversity in all its forms.”
