Theater Re-view: Rising Star, Hoffer is Phenomenal as Hedwig!

Balagan

by MK Scott

Seattle has a Rising Star and even the people at LOGO know it. Jinkx Monsoon (the Talent of Jerick Hoffer) will be competing on season 5 of Rupaul's Drag race, but before the premiere, Hoffer wowed an Audience this past Thursday in Balagan Theater/STG Presents production of "Hedwig and the Angry Inch" at Seattle's Moore Theater.

Hoffer has taken over the role in a new production after over a decade, when another rising star, Nick Garrison had first played the title role (Garrison last played Hedwig in a 2009 Chicago production).

Hoffer as Hedwig is Phenomenal and Multidimensional as he Plays multiple roles and his singing voice is pitch perfect going from Ballads to a Glam rock star.

CONCERT RE-view: a Gay ol' Time at the Scissor Sisters' Only NW appearance!

by MK Scott

Music and love were the sole focus of Scissor Sisters’ exuberant return to stage in Seattle this past Tuesday. No political statements, just a reflection and regret that “we’ve been away for so long.” Jake ‘n crew promised never to let it happen again. Since this was the Only NW appearance, they promised the Portland based attendees they will appear in Portland next time. A mighty throng of glittered gays (sold-out) were on hand at The Paramount Theater (the Ballroom/Dance style appearance) to see Bare-chested Jake Shears (Seattle Royalty), as well as vocalist Ana Matronic (Portland Royalty), Babydaddy, Del Marquis (yummy, gay lead guitarist), and drummer Randy Real jam away. The band, whose music fits the genres of glam rock, pop, disco, alternative and electro clash, pulled heavily from their new album, Magic Hour.

CONCERT RE-view: Seattle Gays warmly welcome Kristen Chenoweth Back after 11 Years!

by MK Scott

A mostly Gay audience welcomed Tony and Emmy winner, Kristin Chenoweth back to Seattle's Paramount Theater, this past Wednesday with a standing Ovation, as soon as she appeared on stage, and before she even spoke or sang a Note!