Bisbee Pride began in 2004 by a small group of LGBT friends. From a small local Pride Celebration Bisbee Pride has grown into a year-round community service focused non-profit organization. We enjoy strong support from the local community. In fact, Bisbee was the first municipality in Arizona to pass a Civil Union Ordinance before Marriage Equality became law.
Bisbee Pride, Inc. is a 501c (3) nonprofit organization committed to the goals of wellness, education, human rights and acceptance within the LGBTQ and greater Cochise County Community.
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Born in AP, Sonora, Mexico and was an only child from parents Evelia and Guadalupe, both Mexicans. She discovered her
passion for music and performance at an early age. The first female artist she ever listened to was MADONNA, Material Girl on MTV. Evelyn Vichi grew up in a small town, raised catholic, just like
MADONNA. In her college years, she discovered what DRAG was about thanks to RU PAUL!!!! She went to school in AZ, where she graduated from UofA at the ELER College of Management. Once she was done in college, she moved to CALIFORNIA to pursue her artistic and music business career. WEST HOLLYWOOD became her new town! Performing today, we have her on the main stage of Bisbee PRIDE 2022. Let’s welcome EVELYN VICHI!
I am Aydyn A. Phoenyx. I am currently based out of Wichita, Kansas. I got my start in drag in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma on July 18th, 2019, where I was previously based out of. Ever since becoming involved in the drag industry, I have had the honor and pleasure of performing in various parts of the country, including but not limited to: Oklahoma City, OK Pride; Tulsa, OK Pride; Hardy, AR Pride; Poteau, OK Pride; Bisbee, AZ Pride; Kansas City, MO; and Gay United States (GUS) Nationals in Roanoke, VA. On May 17th, 2022, I captured the title of Mr. OKC (Oklahoma City) Pride 2022. I hope to grow more and to go even further in my drag career.
Hello my name is Alandra D Rains and I come from Sierra Vista, AZ. I lived in Sierra Vista for 24 years and originally came from NYC. I've been doing the art of Female Impersonation for about 12 years now. I love the art of drag and all its forms. It's a great way to express yourself and get others involved and enjoy your energy on stage. Performing has always been a therapeutic process for me. It has helped me on and off stage for a lot of different reasons. You can find me on social media under steven pascalli-thomas. I'm also married to my wonderful husband and have 3 fur babies to call our own. I hope you enjoyed reading a little bit about me. See you at PRIDE where you can meet me in person walking around. So if you see me be sure to say hi.
See you soon
I'm Richard Barajas the creator of the drag persona known as the Fabulous Vera DelMar, “Tucson’s Oldest Living Drag Queen”. I came into drag late in life and have been doing it now for seventeen years. I am currently a resident of Tucson, Arizona, in the United States of America.
My drag style is classic drag, and total female impersonation. I utilize lip synchronization during my performances. The music I use when I perform can be from the 1960’s all the way through the current period. In my performances I don’t do any somersaults, cartwheels, death drops, or any type of gymnastics on stage. I am a “lady” performer after all and choose to portray one on stage. My favorite artist whose music I enjoy performing to is the late Dusty Springfield. I also enjoy imitating Cher, Tina Turner, and Linda Ronstadt. My repertoire consists mostly of the music of artists such like Nancy Sinatra, Bette Midler, Celine Dion, Nancy Wilson, Reba MacIntire. I have experience performing in San Francisco, California, Silver City, New Mexico, Rapid City, South Dakota, and throughout Arizona such as Bisbee, Douglas, Casa Grande, Lake Havasu, Payson, Flagstaff, Prescott, Sierra Vista, and Ajo.
Since 2011 when I saw RuPaul on the tv screen for the first time I always knew I had a craving for drag.
I used to wear my mom’s lipstick and prance around the living room in her 1-inch kitten heels lip-syncing to Lady Gaga all while pretending to be in front of a large crowd at a popping nightclub. Growing up I always loved music, fashion, and gender-bending art. Aniya Kinsley showcases all of that and more. I am so proud of the person I have become, and I can’t wait for the world to meet Aniya.
Han and Callie are local performers based in Tucson, AZ. While they have each individually pursued the art of sign language interpretation over decades as solo artists, fate would lead them to meet at a Pride event, and the smitten couple married in February of 2020. Now they are collaborating to take on the stage as a dynamic duo performing uniquely choreographed pieces in ASL.
Raymond Anthony Rivera aka Renee Fontaine
I moved here from Portland, Oregon 10 years ago to work at a dude ranch. I've been doing drag since 16 and have competed in Tucson's Entertainer of The Year pageant, and USofA newcomer in Phoenix.
Toni Starlight Michaels
27 years old gay male from Stockton, California who moved to Sierra Vista back in 2017 reconnected with my father after 5 years I’m just starting to do drag and just enjoying life to my fullest.
My name is Mikkie Knight and I've been doing drag for a little over 4 years now.I started performing in Phoenix at an all drag king competition show and have continued to grow since. I am a queer, trans male and reside in Sierra Vista but have lived in Bisbee half my life.
I love performing and helping out my community anyway that I can.
I’m Davina Michaels 21 years old, from a small town in Georgia, moved to Tucson Arizona in 2019 to start drag. I enjoys colorguard, and putting on a show. Davina is a firecracker ready to snap crackle, and pop!!
Jessica Michael’s has been entertaining for going on 10+ years. From competing in pageants to hosting and MCing prides all over AZ, NM, TX, and more. Too being able to travel and share her talent all over the country. Her passion is giving back to a community that has given her so much! She has been raising money, and helping local and National organizations for most of her career and plans to continue!! There is no stopping Jessica!
Jessica is a qualified contestant competing for Miss Gay AZ America this year and plans on bring the title home to southern AZ!
Jessica is so happy to be back at Bisbee Pride and be the Main Host and MC for Bisbee pride and the main stage not to mention host her Bisbee Award winning Brunch show!
Make sure you come out to Bisbee Pride and meet THE QUEEN OF BISBEE!
JESSICA MICHAELS!
Happy Pride everyone Vlvika D'Angelo-Steele has been a female impersonator for over 10 years and has held a few titles during her years. She enjoys helping everyone and everyone that is in need of assistance. Is active in shows around Arizona as well as in other states. She loves a good stiff shot but also to make the audience have fun. Vivika is 49 years old and is marred. Her favorite food is pizza and enjoys a shot or two at times. Her motto is don't judge a book by its cover and always give someone a smile you never know if they are having a bad day.
Vivika wants to wish everyone an amazing Bisbee Pride weekend and to live life to the fullest.
Carnita Asada (they/them) is approaching their 13 years as an entertainer in the valley. They enjoy the sounds of obnoxious laughter and laughing so hard you cry. Carnita Asada is a drag queen like no other. Carnita is an award-winning show host that serves their community the best way they know how, by showing up.
Carnita Asada has an interesting resume, ranging from being a drag superhero in a book to being a cartoon character featured along with drag legends and royalty. Carnita is a cluster of fun and a sprinkle of madness yet always ready to get the work done. Carnita would like to leave you with this: “Tonight, let us reimagine beauty. Let us teach our youth to be free and fearless. Let us continually challenge each other to do better. Let us imagine a community where we stop labeling our identities and instead unapologetically create space for EVERYONE …. Let's celebrate progress, together.”
My name is Isis D. Frost I’m a former Arizona entertainer of the year and a former Miss Gay Tucson America. I love competing and I love sports! My drag is a time for people to take a break from reality and just have some fun!
Xoxo icy!
Princess Prozac (she/her) is a drag performer currently based in Tucson, Arizona. Known for her dance ability, and alternative style, Princess Prozac is a rising star in the Arizona drag community.
I am Aydyn A. Phoenyx. I am currently based out of Wichita, Kansas. I got my start in drag in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma on July 18th, 2019, where I was previously based out of. Ever since becoming involved in the drag industry, I have had the honor and pleasure of performing in various parts of the country, including but not limited to: Oklahoma City, OK Pride; Tulsa, OK Pride; Hardy, AR Pride; Poteau, OK Pride; Bisbee, AZ Pride; Kansas City, MO; and Gay United States (GUS) Nationals in Roanoke, VA. On May 17th, 2022, I captured the title of Mr. OKC (Oklahoma City) Pride 2022. I hope to grow more and to go even further in my drag career.
I'm Bianca DiFonsi
Self-proclaimed Tucson's favorite Latina queen
Been doing drag for 14 years.
Love performing and entertaining people my favorite is when I do impersonations of Latin Artists
Miss Nature is the Executive Director of Miss Nature, LLC and provides entertainment several times a month in Tucson. She hosts Nature at Night the first and third Sunday of every month at 5pm. These shows are open for all ages to attend.
She also hosts Canna Drag for those who enjoy partaking in cannabis. This occurs the fourth Sunday of Every month. Miss Nature is also the Queen of Charity and does a lot of events for nonprofits outside of the LGBTQ community in the hopes of building bridges amongst communities. She is thankful to be at Bisbee Pride and wishes everyone a HAPPY PRIDE!!!!!! During the day, outside of drag, she works to help protect those with developmental disabilities from abuse, neglect and exploitation.
"It's not just music, this is protest." -Joey Marigold, The Copper Queens.
Witch Rock for the next generations of freaks and queers out to disrupt the status quo. The Copper Queens are what Tucson sounds like.
"You don't just listen; you experience The Copper Queens. Every song is a journey" -Colin, Four Point Play
Joun us for the ride, we have a violinist!
Taylor René is a Pop Artist, Femme Fatale, and Songwriter. She loves music with personal lyrics and catchy melodies, including influences such R&B and hip-hop. Don’t miss out on her recent album release, “Iris Raven,” which is doing very well on the pop charts!
Today, Taylor is really making waves with her music, and she is quickly generating quite a powerful buzz around her work. Due to her distinctive approach to songwriting, Taylor could be compared to artists as diverse as Beyonce, as well as Sade and Jorja Smith, just to mention a few.
GAYC/DC: THE WORLD’S FIRST AND ONLY
ALL-GAY TRIBUTE TO THE MUSIC OF AC/DC!
Founded in 2013 by Chris Freeman (bass player from iconic queer punk band Pansy Division), the idea for GayC/DC came from bouncing around names for more tribute bands with gay members after he’d been playing with the Gay Gay’s (gay tribute to the Go Go’s) for more than a decade. Once the Gay Gay’s went on hiatus, Freeman moved forward with forming a band that could be as good as AC/DC.
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