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SUMMARY:Valentine’s is a DRAG! - SOLD OUT SHOW
DESCRIPTION:Haus of Misfit presents Valentine’s is a DRAG! Cupid might have missed\, but we won’t!\nWipe those tears\, grab a drink\, and join us Friday\, February 13th for an evening of local drag starring Autumn Horizon\, Miss Mousse\, and Stevie Nips; featuring spotlight performances by Gene Debender\, Goosey Loosey and Harry Ash Long! Because a little heartache never keeps a good queer down!\n\nAdvance tickets are $25\, or $30 at the door.\n\nTICKETS: SOLD OUT\nAdvance tickets will be sold until 2:00pm\, Friday Febuary 13th or while quantities last.\nPrefer to pay debit? Tickets can also be purchased in-store!\nTickets are non-refundable.**Please note\, your ticket purchase will add you to the guest list. No actual tickets will be issued but you will be issued a receipt at purchase.**\n\nDoors: 7:00 pm Show: 8:00 pm\nThis event is 19+\n\nTipping Options: There will be a QR code to tip digitally\, however we recommend bringing your own $5 bills for tips! Tips will be pooled for our main performers\, spotlight performers keep their own tips.\n\nAccessibility Information:• There is regrettably no wheelchair access to The Effie. There are 3 steps to access the interior of the building• This event is theatre seating\, so every ticket holder will be able to sit\, however if you have any mobility needs please don’t hesitate to send us an email at hausofmisfit.ca@gmail.com• Loud Music and/or Sounds• Gender-Neutral Washrooms\nIf you have any questions or require accessibility assistance\, please reach out to us at hausofmisfit.ca@gmail.com\, that way we can ensure that your night is as comfortable and enjoyable as possible.\n\nSTARRING:Autumn HorizonAutumn Horizon is where glam meets sass and the sun never truly sets! A dancing diva with a razor-sharp wit\, Autumn is known for lighting up the stage with high-energy performances\, flawless looks\, and a personality as colorful as a fall sunset. Whether she’s serving face or stealing hearts\, this queen brings the heat no matter the season.@theautumnho\n\nMiss MousseHope you saved room for dessert ‘cause Miss Mousse is here to satisfy your sweet tooth! Bringing a new flavour to the Kamloops drag scene\, Miss Mousse is ready to serve up something delicious. She’s fluffy\, she’s chocolatey\, and she’s gonna be your favourite treat!@the_missmousse\n\nStevie NipsWith a hint of mystery and attitude of rock n’ roll\, Stevie Nips serves pure\, raw presence. Just remember\, their lips are up here\, and you won’t want to take your eyes off this lip sync assassin!@steviedoesdrag\n\nSPOTLIGHT PERFORMERS:Gene DebenderWelcome Gene Debender! This Valentine’s Day our bedazzled rock and roll king is proudly single. Dressed to the nines in his sharpest suit\, He will leave a trail of sparkles and yearning hearts as he stylishly strips the night away.@gene_debender\n\nGoosey LooseyGoosey Loosey is a drag experience like nothing you’ve seen before. Just like their gender\, they are everything and nothing all at once. They may make you chuckle with a loud “HONK”\, impress you with an on point lip-sync\, but you will DEFINITELY feel something about how they move.@the_gooseyloosey\n\nHarry Ash LongForthcoming\, flirty\, and far from picky\, this Valentine’s Harry Ash Long is on the prowl for a little lovin’ – lady or otherwise. Recognizable by his signature sideburns and air of superiority\, if you linger long enough to catch his act\, you just might be in store for a strikingly venomous treat.@harryashlong\n\nThank you for supporting local drag artists and queer-owned local business!\nHaus of Misfit lives and lurks on the ancestral\, unceded and unsurrendered lands of the Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc\, and recognizes the devastating impacts of colonialism on Indigenous cultures\, traditions\, ceremonies\, and sovereignty. We stand in solidarity with Indigenous peoples across Turtle Island. To learn more\, visit https://oncanadaproject.ca/settlerstakeaction
URL:https://effieartsco.ca/event/valentines-is-a-drag/
LOCATION:The Effie\, 422 Tranquille Road\, Kamloops\, British Columbia\, V2B 3G8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag
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SUMMARY:Divas and Drag Queens
DESCRIPTION:TICKETS: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/divas-and-drag-queens-tickets-1977413576237\n\nGet ready for a night of fierce glamour\, powerhouse performances\, and unstoppable diva energy!\n\n\n\nJoin us for an electrifying 19+ drag extravaganza where each queen has selected one iconic diva and will bring her music to life on stage. Miss Mousse is Beyonce\, Autumn Horizon is Sabrina Carpenter\, Freida Whales is Celine Dion\, and Juxtaposition is Lady Gaga. Expect a full evening of show stopping performances inspired by some of today’s most unforgettable stars. \nWhen: January 10th\, 2026\, Doors @ 6pm and show @ 7pm\nWhere: The Effie Arts Collective (422 Tranquille Rd)\nTickets: $20 plus fees \nWhether you’re a die hard diva fan or just looking for an unforgettable night out\, this is one drag show you won’t want to miss. Prepare to sing along\, cheer\, and celebrate the queens and the icons who inspire them! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nTICKETS: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/divas-and-drag-queens-tickets-1977413576237
URL:https://effieartsco.ca/event/divas-and-drag-queens/
LOCATION:The Effie\, 422 Tranquille Road\, Kamloops\, British Columbia\, V2B 3G8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Drag
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SUMMARY:Draglesque: A Night at the Rode-ho LATE SHOW
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready\, Kamloops? We’re bringing you our biggest show yet\, featuring Drag and Burlesque Performers from the lower mainland and Kamloops for “Draglesque: A Night at the Rode-ho.”Join us at the Effie Arts Collective on November 22nd for back to back shows (7:00pm and 9:30pm). Honorary Kamloopsian Justin Abit will be back to host and perform with another returning favourite Peter Packer – and for her first time on the Effie stage\, Bea Moan! Rounding out our cast for the evening will be local drag king Mike Litoris\, as well as Sapphie Sprinkle and Veronica Sass from Kamloops Burlesque!Grab your tickets now and come on out for an incredible show you won’t want to miss!Tickets: $25 at the links belowLate Show: https://square.link/u/itvVHmy0Doors:  9:00 pmShow Start Time: 9:30 pm~Accessibility– Gender neutral washrooms– Not wheelchair accessible (ramp is broken)\, there are 3 steps to get into the venue– We respect your decision to wear or not wear a mask at our events– Bright and/or strobe lights– Loud music and sounds– Use of fog machines and/or other chemicals or smells– Kamloops Pride volunteers will be available throughout the event to help you with water\, calling a cab\, or anything else we can.– Some PWYC tickets are available\, please reach out to info@kamloopspride.com to inquire~Joining us from out of town or just looking for a stay-cation?Book a night at our hotel of choice\, Accent Inns Kamloops\, and receive a Kamloops Pride discount! For reservations\, call 1-800-663-0298 or email accent@accentinns.com & ask for the Kamloops Pride Gold rate!Thank you to Accent Inns for their continued support of Kamloops Pride and year-round Pride events!
URL:https://effieartsco.ca/event/draglesque-a-night-at-the-rode-ho-late-show/
LOCATION:The Effie\, 422 Tranquille Road\, Kamloops\, British Columbia\, V2B 3G8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag
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SUMMARY:Draglesque: A Night at the Rode-ho EARLY SHOW
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready\, Kamloops? We’re bringing you our biggest show yet\, featuring Drag and Burlesque Performers from the lower mainland and Kamloops for “Draglesque: A Night at the Rode-ho.”Join us at the Effie Arts Collective on November 22nd for back to back shows (7:00pm and 9:30pm). Honorary Kamloopsian Justin Abit will be back to host and perform with another returning favourite Peter Packer – and for her first time on the Effie stage\, Bea Moan! Rounding out our cast for the evening will be local drag king Mike Litoris\, as well as Sapphie Sprinkle and Veronica Sass from Kamloops Burlesque!Grab your tickets now and come on out for an incredible show you won’t want to miss!Tickets: $25 at the links belowEarly Show: https://square.link/u/MJJZg3LaDoors: 6:30 pm Show Start Time: 7:00 pm~Accessibility– Gender neutral washrooms– Not wheelchair accessible (ramp is broken)\, there are 3 steps to get into the venue– We respect your decision to wear or not wear a mask at our events– Bright and/or strobe lights– Loud music and sounds– Use of fog machines and/or other chemicals or smells– Kamloops Pride volunteers will be available throughout the event to help you with water\, calling a cab\, or anything else we can.– Some PWYC tickets are available\, please reach out to info@kamloopspride.com to inquire~Joining us from out of town or just looking for a stay-cation?Book a night at our hotel of choice\, Accent Inns Kamloops\, and receive a Kamloops Pride discount! For reservations\, call 1-800-663-0298 or email accent@accentinns.com & ask for the Kamloops Pride Gold rate!Thank you to Accent Inns for their continued support of Kamloops Pride and year-round Pride events!
URL:https://effieartsco.ca/event/draglesque-a-night-at-the-rode-ho-early-show/
LOCATION:The Effie\, 422 Tranquille Road\, Kamloops\, British Columbia\, V2B 3G8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag
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SUMMARY:Wicked: The Recap
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for Wicked: The Recap\, a fierce drag show retelling Oz’s untold story with glam\, drama\, and gravity-defying performances! \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/wicked-the-recap-tickets-1800022097549\nSaturday\, November 15 · 7 – 10pm\nDoors at 6pm\n\nAges 19+ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLineup\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAutumn Horizon (She/Her)\n\n\n\nMiss Mousse (She/They)\n\n\n\nJustin Abit (He/Him)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre you counting down the days until Wicked returns to your screens? Still belting out “Defying Gravity” like it’s your personal anthem? Join us for a fabulous drag show where Autumn Horizon\, Miss Mousse\, and Justin Abit take you on a journey through the iconic moments of Wicked. Prepare for fierce performances\, funny twists\, and surprises so good you won’t want the night to end. \nDress Code: Choose your side and channel your inner witch: come green for team Elphaba or pink for team Glinda! \nWhen: November 15th\, 2025\, Doors @ 6pm and show @ 7pm\nWhere: The Effie Arts Collective (422 Tranquille Rd)\nTickets: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/wicked-the-recap-tickets-1800022097549 \n$25 plus fees \nCan’t wait to see you there!!
URL:https://effieartsco.ca/event/wicked-the-recap/
LOCATION:The Effie\, 422 Tranquille Road\, Kamloops\, British Columbia\, V2B 3G8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag
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SUMMARY:GLITTER AND GRIT A Fundraiser for The Loops Sex Workers Association
DESCRIPTION:GLITTER AND GRIT\nA Fundraiser for The Loops Sex Workers Association\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTICKETS: https://app.ticketowl.io/aCS6dbYjvdJ0dlx3/event/aEZjJdlx-sIGYPYF\n  \n\nGet ready for an unforgettable night of empowerment\, seduction\, and unapologetic celebration at Glitter and Grit — a sizzling fundraising showcase in support of The Loops Sex Workers Association (SWA). This 18+ event features a fierce and fabulous lineup of drag\, pole dancing\, and burlesque performers bringing their boldest\, most dazzling acts to the stage — all in the name of community care and solidarity. Expect high heels\, high drama\, and heart-forward performances that highlight the artistry and resilience of our performers and the sex work community. \n\n\n\n\n✨ Meet the Performers ✨\n\n\n🍫 Miss Mousse — Hope you saved room for dessert\, ‘cause this fluffy\, chocolatey Kamloops queen is here to satisfy your sweet tooth. Miss Mousse is ready to serve high glam and low drama — your new favorite treat!\n\n\n💃 Bambbi — A pole dancer with a passion for choreography and sultry floor work\, Bambbi brings hypnotic heat and deep bass beats to every stage. From Fly Fitness to festivals like Electric Love and Wicked Woods\, she’s a sensual force you won’t forget.\n\n\n🌹 Lethal Lily — A certified pole instructor and founder of a mobile pole performance collective\, Lethal Lily is a leader in the local pole scene. She brings grace\, grit\, and ethically-minded entertainment to every performance across BC.\n\n\n🎸 Stevie Nips — With mystery and rock n’ roll swagger\, Stevie Nips is no lady — she’s a lip sync assassin and full-blown rock star. Prepare for raw\, emotional intensity and pure stage presence.\n\n\n🔥 Mx. Angell Flame — Blazing onto the scene with their Kamloops Burlesque debut\, Mx. Angell Flame delivers genderfuckery and glitter-soaked classic striptease with theatrical flair and queer fire. \n🌈 Autumn Horizon — A colourful\, quirky dancing queen from Kamloops\, Autumn brings high-energy performances and infectious joy to every show. She’ll get you dancing in your seat — and leave you begging for more.\n\n\n\nFounded in 2023\, The Loops SWA is a peer-led support organization for sex workers based in the interior of British Columbia. From our home in Kamloops\, we run safety programs and advocacy initiatives accessed by workers in Kamloops\, Kelowna\, Vernon\, and beyond. We work to bridge gaps in resources and community support\, and to educate other organizations and service providers with accurate\, locally relevant information about sex workers and our needs. By attending Glitter and Grit\, you’re helping sustain essential peer-led programming and affirming that sex workers deserve safety\, support\, and celebration. \n\n\n📍 Location: The Effie Arts Collective \n🕗 Doors: 7PM | Show: 730PM \n💃 18+ event — ID required at the door Come for the glitter\, stay for the grit — and help us raise the roof and the funds
URL:https://effieartsco.ca/event/glitter-and-grit-a-fundraiser-for-the-loops-sex-workers-association/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Drag
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