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May 18, 2010
EAST POINT, GA- The East Point Possums organization announced the line up today for their 13th Annual “East Point Possums Show,” scheduled for Saturday, June 19th, 2010 from 8-11p.
This year’s event will once again benefit Atlanta Pride. New this year, sharing the billing with Atlanta’s favorite festival organizers, is the Atlanta Lesbian Health Initiative.
East Point Possum spokesperson and co-founder, John Jeffrey said of the line up, “We are thrilled to bring old favorites, and newcomers alike to the stage this year!"
Possums Matriarch and co-founder, Rick Westbrook added, “This event features current performers, retired professionals, and crowd favorites who were born on and can only be found on the Possums stage once each year!” Westbrook continued, “You never know what you will see- we have had drag queens on roller skates; Grandmother’s pulled up on stage from the audience; and first-time performers who have gone on to become contest winners garnering national titles! The 2010 event promises to bring more of the same excitement and entertainment that the East Point Possums Show is known for!”
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East Point Possums co-founder, Chesley Thurman stated, “This is truly a community event, and at the same time, we are proud to promote that our event has now become the largest drag show in the southeast!” Thurman continued, “It truly is a fun evening of varied performances, and a great way to support 3 worthy organizations- Atlanta Pride, The Atlanta Lesbian Health Initiative and of course, The East Point Possums.”
A partial list of confirmed performers includes: Alexandria Martin, of Dragamaki & Blakes on the Park; Mimi Simone and Coochie Gabana, of Tijuana Garage; newcomer, Sue Nami of the Heretic; Hotlanta Hilton Sisters, Crystal & Chiffon; newly retired Armorette, Wild Cherry Sucret; retired Armorette, Ginny Tonic; returning this year, Summer Knight; Mary’s performer, the Ghost of Judy Garland; the Jenkins Family- Pinky, Marsha and Yolanda; the Atlanta Chapter of the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, the Flaming Sugarbakers; local favorites, the East Point Villagers; and of course, event hosts, the East Point Possums.
For more details about the 13th Annual East Point Possums Show, please visit www.easpointpossums.com. Mark your calendars for June 19th and make plans to attend!
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About the Atlanta Pride Committee:
The main purpose of the APC is to promote unity, visibility and self-esteem among lesbians, gay men, bisexuals and transgender persons and to promote a positive image in the Atlanta area and throughout the Southeastern United States through community activities and services.
The main mission of the APC is to provide lesbians, gay men, bisexuals and transgender persons with cultural and educational programs and activities which enhance mental and physical health, provide social support, and foster an awareness of the past and present contributions of lesbians, gay men, bisexuals and transgender persons, through community activities and services, including an annual Pride event.
About the Atlanta Lesbian Health Initiative:
The Atlanta Lesbian Health Initiative is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of lesbians and other members of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer community through education, advocacy, support and access to care.
About East Point Possums:
4 friends from East Point, GA started this volunteer group. They began performing in drag in 1998 rather informally, but as their supporters grew they saw it as a way to raise money for their favorite charities. For the past twelve years, they have raised tens of thousands of dollars. After more than a decade they are responsible for one of the most well attended drag shows in the southeast. One of the 4 founding members passed away in 2004, and now the group performs in his honor, continuing the legacy of supporting worthy local nonprofits.
For more information about the Atlanta Pride Committee, please visit: www.atlantapride.org
For more information about the Atlanta Lesbian Health Initiative, please visit: www.thehealthinitiative.org
For more information about The East Point Possums, please visit: www.eastpointpossums.com
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