Broadway star and drag legend Jinkx Monsoon who has appeared to be the first big Broadway babe in the land of drag and set to play the legendary role of Dorothy Gale in next years, End of the Rainbow musical has now entered the fashion world, with another outspoken favorite of mine...Patrick Church! And she entered the Jinkx way; boldly, theatrically and with heart. Jinkx has partnered with the trendy designer and painter Patrich Church on a limited capsule for his collection, bringing together two artist whose work thrives on self-expression. Titled Patrich Church loves Jinkx, the collection merges Churches signature visual language with Monsoon's distinctly camp stage persona. It's a collection to be mixed and matched and worn with current closet pieces and designed to be worn, lived in and seen. Each pieces seems to have Church's intimacy and celebration of queer connection while channeling the fun, witty and presence that have made Jinkx a huge hit across the drag kingdom and theater. A win -win you ask me. I have several of Church's square cuts...but I already need a new umbrella...so I see at least the Jinkx Umbrella entering the house soon. You can view the collection here.
Not too bad she is doing considering all the queens used to ridicule her.
I think it is safe to say, that the Queen of Queens, the ultimate winner over all queens, Jinkx Monsoon just might be the biggest success yet to come off Drag Race. Her talent and range seem to know no bounds, and I'm here for that. She was belittled and not a favorite in the workroom, I dare say even picked on a bit by the other queens, but who's laughing now? Jinkx Monsoon who is a two-time winner of Drag Race has landed her biggest role yet, as recurring guest star in the new season of Doctor Who. Jinkx plays the evil, twisted Maestro, a malevolent force that attempts to abscond with all the world's music if the new Doctor Who and his sidekick, Ruby Sunday can't stop Maestro's nefarious efforts.
I have never been a huge viewer of the show, mostly only seeing that of the original series, but I did stream some of the new season, and I'm here to tell you Jinkx NAILED this part...she played it will such twisted, crazed, and disturbing talent. I had goosebumps watching her. What a delicious character this Maestro is and played beautiful by Jinkx, of course.
Russel T Davies from the past Doctor Who, created the Maestro role and wrote the episodes specifically for Monsoon after seeing her stage show, Together Again, Again. I even read the producers invited Monsoon into the conversation about Maestro's look early in the process, which Jinkx considered a show of respect for her as a drag entertainer and transfeminine actor. She had input from the wardrobe to the wigs and right down to the make-up, having plenty of experience in that area. I think it's great to see a queen like Jinkx take drag in a whole new direction. This may be one of the biggest parts yet for a drag queen in such a huge and reputable franchise as Doctor Who. I tell you; she was phenomenal. I can relate to the part of Maestro too, I'm a bit crazy. Critics are already hailing her performance as "blistering and "an absolute scene-stealer." I would agree.
And there is no slowing down. Jinkx is about done wrapping up her turn as Audrey in Little Shop of Horrors on Off Broadway, and has just learned she will be reprising her role as Mama Morton in Chicago, back on Broadway, as well as make her grand debut in February of 2025, with a one night only show at Carnegie Hall.
Look out! The drag queens are taking the Hall kids!!!!
Now, a small sample of Jinkx's amazing, if not crazed performance.
After my Friday's post with a few of us hens pecking....it was safe to say the finale of RuPaul's Drag Race was saved from being utterly a bore till the arrival of Jinkx Monsoon to perform her number from her Broadway debut in Chicago as Matron "Mama" Morton. It was safe to say she brought down the house with When Your Good to Mama.
Now THAT is a DRAG QUEEN with powerful Charisma, Uniqueness, Nerve and TALENT. THAT is how you win an audience. And send a major middle finger to the conservatives of a man playing the role of Matron Mama Morton. Why I haven't seen a queen sing and bring the house down like that since, well. since Jinkx, at the Annual GLAD Media Awards back in 2013. She sang Ladies in Drag, written by Fred Schneider...a parody of the Ladies who Lunch,
Just about now the ghost are due...Beware, for I see one after you!!! Bwahahahaha! Welcome to this years Hallow's Party at the Casa with Pam Demic....get those libations and come one, come all, into the parlor for some good old spooky and Hallowed music, sit, dance, mingle or shimmy, or for all I care ogle a houseboy, I'm sure the Mistress won't care. Wear a costume or not, and helpful yourself from the special candy dish if you dare. We're all treats and no tricks!!! Let's all kick off with some Love Potion #9....
Since the houseboys seem to be otherwise tied up...let me pass around some hard candy, gin infused of course....Now let's get back to it with a real macabre performance from Vander Von Odd.....
Mullied Cider!!!! After all, there is always time for another 6 cock-a-tails! Apologies if anyone is finding feathers in their drinks. But's it easier then bobbing for apples isn't it?
Let's get down on it...this is Hallowe'en , everybody make a scene!!!!
Why yes..Pam Demic is still wearing masks and yet still has something smart to say. Opps, did you hear that? Remember to still say safe ...mask it or casket it! And yes, Pam did wear that mask to the graveyard concert the other night. It's sequins people! Take it away Jinkx.....
It looks like I , huh, well, it's rather embarrassing. I huh appear to be out of candy and the little bottles of gin...and the fish bowl of keys is still full, which means many of you may be busy with houseboys....so let's end on a quite note with a lovely melody for the day....Thank -you for popping in again this year's Hallow's.
Happy Hallow's to all you Ghouls
*drop the houseboys Cali-Boi....and Huntley.....Sixpense......and Uptonking.....Bob.....Hazard.....we may be here all night......
Each week I'll share a weekly guest with you all, and you tell me in only three words what come to mind.
In three words...
Stephen Sondheim
In honor of his 90th birthday this week, how's about a nice ode to the master tonight. A tip of the hat toBrit Jon for sharing the first clip. I just hope someone can catch Bob when he see's these two clips.
I'd be remised if I didn't included a drag rendition of the song, performed by the FABULOUS Jinkx Monsoon, who brings the place down.
Well, looks like the Mistress has finally had enough fun in the sun, and is now back to the Casa du Borghese. Are you happy to see me??? What a whirlwind end of summer. If one knows me, I very seldom turn down any beach time. The beach is by far, my favorite locale. As much of a pain in the ass and time as getting to Provincetown and Fire Island, I just adore these two places. It is pretty much 90% gay populated, so it is very nice to be with like minded people, and the LGBTQ community can just be, and act and dress how we want with no worries and just be us. Which is very cool and refreshing. Provincetown is a cool spigot of land and reminds me if one would take Rehoboth Beach and New Hope and marry the two, you'd get P-town. A lovely beach town, but has a vintage and campy feel to it, and who can pass up on the award winning fudge shops!!! And my hostess with the mostess, Pearl Gates had a lovely schedule planned out... even at the dick dock. Some of my favorite memories from the trip.
The whale watch is by far one of my favorite things to do when in town. It's nice to see another variety of Moby Dick. They were very active this year too.
I made quite a few deposits here.
I remember Cali Boi and Sixpense wanted some basket pictures, and there was plenty of those at tea dances.
The guy in the middle here, Jacob is actually a Instagram follower who I met, and is a doctor. I had quite a few things for him to check out for me. The guy on the right is an interior designer, David Bromstead who to my knowledge, used to have a show on Bravo. I don't remember him having so many tats, I used to adore him. On a side note, All three could have choked a horse with what was in those hotdog smugglers.
The Lad and one of the clan, Marcus, from the house, acting out their Coppertone Baby fantasies. sigh..... I told you all he is a handful.
Two take out bears for Anne Marie! I hope the dear is not dieting yet?
And of course I saw some of my girls!!!
The hilarity of Miss Rchfield 1981!
Here's is Preston on the left with one of my favorites, Ben de la Creme
Cleo Phatra
If drag is your thing, P-town is the spot for you then. A boat load of queens have summer residencies there and this year we caught the talented and funny Thirsty Burlington, and she DID NOT disappoint.
I have long adored the antics of Dina Martina. Who else can pull off those lips, and a flip with a lovely afternoon kaftan? What an eye popping day look.
And the always lovely Jinkx Moonsoon! That bitch can sing!
Also in town, a treat I hadn't seen in some time was Dixie Longate, with a very convincing Wonder Woman.
Of course, just taking in the beauty of the town is always relaxing.
Merdrags do exist!!!!!!
Our B and B had a lovely room for us, even though it was a bit tight with three of us in the bed, and a very relaxing pool, and delicious breakfast. What a treat to hear the sea at night.
This was me lounging poolside, a day before we left for the next leg of the trip.
A huge thanks to my hostess Pearly Gates for taking the lead and showing us a good time, and to the Boatslip for all those yummy drinks!!!! If I didn't know better, I think those bartenders were trying to take advantage of moi. And if anyone in P-town sees Ms Moorecock, tell her I'll send a envelope with money to get her home. Seems I misplaced her in a shop up there somewhere, probably distracted by free samples of cheese or fudge. But where ever she is I'm sure she is sitting somewhere. So there's that.
