“Very B.A.P.S. energy, and our own lil extra take on the classic. Just pure main character from start to finish. Such a joy to work with…You know why Ru chose me.’ “- Onya Nurve (image by Paige Margulies)
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Mahalia Jackson, born October 26, 1911, best known as the Queen of Gospel, is one of the most lauded singers ever; as well as an activist and TV personality. Her recording of Move On Up a Little Higher was a major hit. It became the highest selling gospel single in history. She worked with artists like Duke Ellington […]
The Costume Institute’s spring 2025 exhibition presents a cultural and historical examination of Black style over three hundred years through the concept of dandyism. In the 18th-century Atlantic world, a new culture of consumption, fueled by the slave trade, colonialism, and imperialism, enabled access to clothing and goods that indicated wealth, distinction, and taste. Black […]
SUNDAYS
Brunch enters The Salon on Sundays in 2026. Join Jasmine Rice LaBeija and Lexington Banks… with DJ Mack Mackey on Sundays at 2PM for Bacon Salon– an all-new drag brunch experience!
Balcon Salon, 674 Ninth Ave, bet W 46th & W 47th sts, NYC, Reservations Required, info@balcon.salon to RSVP.
“Very B.A.P.S. energy, and our own lil extra take on the classic. Just pure main character from start to finish. Such a joy to work with…You know why Ru chose me.’ “- Onya Nurve (image by Paige Margulies)
