The Never Could They Ever Kiki Ball

The Never Could They Ever Kiki Ball on The Rooftop @ Elsewhere in Bushwick on 8.20! Tickets are FREE • 5pm • 18+

In order for you to join us, we require a physical, valid, scannable US Government issued ID or foreign passport for admission (expired IDs will NOT be accepted)! If you are traveling, please be prepared to show a physical passport for entry (Photocopies and Photographs of IDs are NOT accepted). We recommend that all customers read Elsewhere’s ID Policy in the FAQ section on our website before arriving at the venue.

5pm doors

18+ event

Producers:

• Haus of Luar
• What a Doll Wants

Sponsor: PRIME Education

Commentators:

• Overall Princess Selena Dior
• Edri Tu Hermana

DJ: Lita Da Doll

Order of Categories:

• OTA Com v. Com (1 trophy + $200) –Gladys Bentley, a pioneering Black, gender-nonconforming masc lesbian and blues artist, was instrumental in the development of jazz scatting and a formative yet underrecognized figure of the Harlem Renaissance. In her honor, tonight we want you to bring it in a suit jacket and earn your 10s by incorporating jazz scatting into your commentation.
• OTA Face (1 trophy + $200) –Qween Jean, Tony award-winning costume designer behind the showstopping looks at Cats: The Jellicle Ball, is as fierce an advocate for Black trans liberation as she is a creative force on Broadway. We salute the Qween for showing up boldly in the name of community! Tonight, bring it with undeniable face, in a look inspired by one of Qween Jean’s sketches or costume designs. Don’t forget your photo reference.
• OTA Runway (1 trophy + $200) –Immigrants and immigrant communities have been under attack by the Trump administration under the guise of ‘reducing crime’, going as far as releasing a list of countries where entry is suspended. However, we know that these attacks represent the outcomes of white supremacist thinking and that there is power in solidarity. Tonight, we want you to bring it in a look that is inspired by the flags of one of the nations impacted by Donald’s travel ban. Don’t forget to include their flag!
• OTA Realness (1 trophy + $200) –Sylvester, the Queen of Disco, is having a party and you’re invited! Tonight we want you to bring it in a look that undeniably fits the occasion!
• OTA Best Dressed (1 trophy + $200) –Founded in 2005, Telfar has made its mark on the global fashion industry as a unisex brand that curates accessible, yet luxurious pieces ‘not for you – for everyone.’ Their shopping bags took NYC by storm in 2014 and have been a cultural symbol ever since. Tonight we want you to bring it in a look that incorporates any Telfar bag (can be the shopper, the plastic, the duffel, etc…). No – you can’t just carry the bag. It MUST be presented in a way that is different from how it began.
• OTA Performance (1 trophy + $200) –Dolls make the BEST DJs! The way our girls remix a beat into something everyone can get jiggy to deserves to be recognized. Tonight, we want you to bring it with 1) a shirt that has the name and/or photo of a trans woman DJ that you’d like to celebrate on it and 2) a pair of headphones to seal the look.

Elsewhere is a community that values inclusivity, joy, and creativity. In order to make this space accessible for everyone, we operate a strict zero-tolerance policy for harassment, discrimination, or hate of any kind. Please keep in mind that ticket sales are final, with the exception of a cancellation. The following items are subject to change without notice at all times; opening performers, set times, location of event within Elsewhere.

☼ About Elsewhere Rooftop

Elsewhere Rooftop is a seasonal large outdoor bar and events space, offering a signature frozen drink menu, shows & parties, sunset DJ sessions, food pop-ups, film screenings, art happenings, and much more all summer. Full calendar at elsewherebrooklyn.com/events

☼ Hours

*The Rooftop is only open when events are happening – please do make sure to check the rooftop calendar before stopping by

☼ Rain or Shine Policy

All shows and events on the Rooftop are rain or shine! If the weather prevents us from carrying on outdoors we will move the show into one of our indoor spaces. We do not offer refunds for this type of change. When rain plans are required we will update customers via our website, Instagram, Eventbrite and Resident Advisor.

Members enjoy skip-the-line, special access, free +1s, and lots of other perks! Explore membership today!

For further information about our ticketing policies and FAQs, please visit www.elsewhere.club