Tag: LGBT

But I’m A Cheerleader: A Live Reading (2nd Performance!)

Oh my god, they were right. I’m a homo!

Theatre Contra is kicking off Pride Month the only way we know how…with a very gay movie reading! What better reading than the cult classic BUT I’M A CHEERLEADER? That’s right, we’re praying homophobia away at Tattooed Mom, so get ready for a night of pastel propaganda, innuendos, and endless cheerleaders jumping in slow motion.

 

MONDAY, JUNE 22ND
7-9PM
VIP TICKETS: $15
>> NOTAFLOF <<

 

Directed by Adaeze Nwoko

 

Artist Lineup:

 

Follow Theatre Contra on Instagram.

 

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What’s Up at TMoms:

• Mondays, 4-11pm | mom’s marvelous meatless mondays?? Say it 3 times fast and see what happens. we dare u. Meatless Monday is here at TMoms from open ’till close. See what’s on special this month!

• Mondays, Upstairs 6-11pm | cue ball as bright as ur future. Free Pool Mondays upstairs at TMoms continues!

• Daily Happy Hour | $4 drafts every day from 4-6pm, everybody cheered!

• Daily Menu | Tattooed Mom will also be serving tasty eats and ice cold drinks all evening.

• Upstairs dining, bar access, and event entry is 21+ w/ valid ID.

• Accessibility at TMoms | Due to the construction of our historical building, Tattooed Mom is only partially accessible. Our event space is on the second floor, which is only accessible via a flight of stairs (20 steps, 3 feet wide, railing on the left side only). For more information, please visit our Accessibility page.

But I’m A Cheerleader: A Live Reading

Oh my god, they were right. I’m a homo!

Theatre Contra is kicking off Pride Month the only way we know how…with a very gay movie reading! What better reading than the cult classic BUT I’M A CHEERLEADER? That’s right, we’re praying homophobia away at Tattooed Mom, so get ready for a night of pastel propaganda, innuendos, and endless cheerleaders jumping in slow motion.

 

MONDAY, JUNE 8TH
7-9PM
VIP TICKETS: $15
>> NOTAFLOF <<

 

Directed by Adaeze Nwoko

 

Artist Lineup:

 

Follow Theatre Contra on Instagram.

 
 

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What’s Up at TMoms:

• Mondays, 4-11pm | mom’s marvelous meatless mondays?? Say it 3 times fast and see what happens. we dare u. Meatless Monday is here at TMoms from open ’till close. See what’s on special this month!

• Mondays, Upstairs 6-11pm | cue ball as bright as ur future. Free Pool Mondays upstairs at TMoms continues!

• Daily Happy Hour | $4 drafts every day from 4-6pm, everybody cheered!

• Daily Menu | Tattooed Mom will also be serving tasty eats and ice cold drinks all evening.

• Upstairs dining, bar access, and event entry is 21+ w/ valid ID.

• Accessibility at TMoms | Due to the construction of our historical building, Tattooed Mom is only partially accessible. Our event space is on the second floor, which is only accessible via a flight of stairs (20 steps, 3 feet wide, railing on the left side only). For more information, please visit our Accessibility page.

Philly Dyke March: Poster & Banner Craft Night

Every protest sign tells a story, let yours be heard!

Join us for upcoming Dyke March craft days where we’ll gather to create posters, paint new legacy signs, and build a banner that can lead us for years to come. Help us create this new chapter of dyke history.

Come for the art. Stay for the organizing. Leave ready to march.

All skill levels welcome!

 

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3RD
6-9PM
NO COVER // FREE FUN
SUGGESTED DONATION $ | VIP SEATING $

 

Follow Philly Dyke March on Instagram.

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What’s Up at TMoms:

• Wednesday, 4-10pm | they’re a smash hit for a reason. Smash Burgers (classic or vegan) every Wednesday for just $6!! u heard that right! + $3 PBR! RUN!!!

• Daily Happy Hour | $4 drafts every day from 4-6pm, everybody cheered!

• Daily Menu | Tattooed Mom will also be serving tasty eats and ice cold drinks all evening.

• Upstairs dining, bar access, and event entry is 21+ w/ valid ID.

• Accessibility at TMoms | Due to the construction of our historical building, Tattooed Mom is only partially accessible. Our event space is on the second floor, which is only accessible via a flight of stairs (20 steps, 3 feet wide, railing on the left side only). For more information, please visit our Accessibility page.

WEGAY Pride Cocktail at TMoms

Posted on by Sarah Cowell

HE GAY! SHE GAY! THEY GAY! WE GAY!

❤️‍🔥🌈🍹🍒

WEGAY PRIDE COCKTAIL SPECIAL

coconut rum / tequila / blue curaçao / pineapple / lemon soda / cherry & lemon wedge / + a pride flag straw

Available 6/1 – 6/30
Only at Tattooed Mom!

🍋🏳️‍🌈🪩😈

 

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What’s Up at TMoms:

• Daily Happy Hour | All drafts are just $4 every day from 4-6pm!

• Daily Menu | Tattooed Mom will also be serving tasty eats and ice cold drinks all evening.

• Upstairs dining, bar access, and event entry is 21+ w/ valid ID.

• Accessibility at TMoms | Due to the construction of our historical building, Tattooed Mom is only partially accessible. Our event space is on the second floor, which is only accessible via a flight of stairs (20 steps, 3 feet wide, railing on the left side only). For more information, please visit our Accessibility page.

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A Show of Hope: A Night of LGBT+ Storytelling

Join us for Philly Voices for Equality – a fun, heartfelt night of LGBT+ storytelling right here in Philly! This is an in-person event where you’ll hear amazing stories that celebrate community, courage, and pride. The theme of this month is hope. We will hear stories of who and what inspires us, stories of perseverance, and moments of queer joy. Come connect, laugh, and be inspired by voices that uplift and empower. The show is free, and open to anyone over age 21 with a valid ID. Guests may begin to check-in at 7:00pm, and the show will begin promptly at 7:30pm. Cast list to be announced soon.

 

MONDAY, APRIL 20TH
DOORS @ 7PM + SHOW @ 7:30PM
NO COVER // FREE FUN
RSVP: EVENTBRITE

 

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What’s Up at TMoms:

• Mondays, 4-11pm | mom’s marvelous meatless mondays?? Say it 3 times fast and see what happens. we dare u. Meatless Monday is here at TMoms from open ’till close. See what’s on special this month!

• Mondays, Upstairs 6-11pm | cue ball as bright as ur future. Free Pool Mondays upstairs at TMoms continues!

• Daily Happy Hour | $4 drafts every day from 4-6pm, everybody cheered!

• Daily Menu | Tattooed Mom will also be serving tasty eats and ice cold drinks all evening.

• Upstairs dining, bar access, and event entry is 21+ w/ valid ID.

• Accessibility at TMoms | Due to the construction of our historical building, Tattooed Mom is only partially accessible. Our event space is on the second floor, which is only accessible via a flight of stairs (20 steps, 3 feet wide, railing on the left side only). For more information, please visit our Accessibility page.

Oops! All Trans

Oops! All Trans is an all-trans stand-up show for Trans Day of Visibility that feels like rolling out of bed in your pajamas and plopping down to watch Saturday morning cartoons—big laughs, bigger characters, and zero after-school-special energy. Just bright visuals, loud jokes, and the crunch of your favorite cereal.

 

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1ST
DOORS @ 7PM + SHOW @ 8PM
SUGGESTED DONATION $15
>> NOTAFLOF <<

TICKETS: Oops! All Trans | My Site 3

 

Coproduced and hosted by @loveleelovesyou of @transpire_philly 🫦 in collaboration with @ladylaughsphilly

Lineup includes
@everets 👅
@j0nnea 🌈
@theejawnette 🎤
@moiragoree 💖
And @max_headgear as your headliner 🔥

 

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What’s Up at TMoms:

• Wednesday, 4-10pm | they’re a smash hit for a reason. Smash Burgers (classic or vegan) every Wednesday for just $6!! u heard that right! + $3 PBR! RUN!!!

• Daily Happy Hour | $4 drafts every day from 4-6pm, everybody cheered!

• Daily Menu | Tattooed Mom will also be serving tasty eats and ice cold drinks all evening.

• Upstairs dining, bar access, and event entry is 21+ w/ valid ID.

• Accessibility at TMoms | Due to the construction of our historical building, Tattooed Mom is only partially accessible. Our event space is on the second floor, which is only accessible via a flight of stairs (20 steps, 3 feet wide, railing on the left side only). For more information, please visit our Accessibility page.

The ZanyThing’s 27th Birthday Roast

TATTOOED MOM You may recognize The ZanyThing from dozens of variety shows from right here at Tmom, like Halloween In July, Sapphic Pride, the Mx Tmom Pageant, etc, etc, but now it’s time to make it about ZANY!!!

Haus Of Them co-founder, 2022’s Best New Plus Size Performer, winner of The Nobodies Cycle 8 Philly round, and owner of the Most Powerful Bush in the Nation, THE ZANYTHING, is turning 27 this year. And whatta better way to celebrate than with… 🔥‼️ A ROAST ‼️🔥 Celebrating and evicerrating the life and times of The ZanyThing! With roasts, drag, live-singing, and more!

Tickets are a suggested donation but the room fills up QUICK so grab these tickets NOW! LET’S TURN UP! GO ARIES!

 

THURSDAY, MARCH 26TH
DOORS @ 7PM + SHOW @ 8PM
SUGGESTED DONATION $10-20
>> NOTAFLOF <<
RSVP | VIP TICKETS: EVENTBRITE

 

Hosted by Elizabeth New Jersey

 

Featuring

Buck 2th

Dinah Loneliness

Doris

Eboni X Pyre

Goofy Littleguy

Lil Blo Peep

Mx. Media

Papi Javi

Rexxi

Sexy Girlfriend

Tom Foolery

Xemi

& The ZanyThing

 

Photos by Spectral Vision Photos

Incredible flyer by Halebot3000

 

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What’s Up at TMoms:

• Thursdays, 4-10pm | we support bad decisions but this isn’t one of them. 75¢ pierogis all day for Pierogi Thursday … with all the toppings & sauces ur heart desires + $3 cans of tecate!!!

• Daily Happy Hour | $4 drafts every day from 4-6pm, everybody cheered!

• Daily Menu | Tattooed Mom will also be serving tasty eats and ice cold drinks all evening.

• Upstairs dining, bar access, and event entry is 21+ w/ valid ID.

• Accessibility at TMoms | Due to the construction of our historical building, Tattooed Mom is only partially accessible. Our event space is on the second floor, which is only accessible via a flight of stairs (20 steps, 3 feet wide, railing on the left side only). For more information, please visit our Accessibility page.

Mini Moment // March 2026

Mini Moment is a cozy, high-energy queer variety show hosted by Nightshade the Glow. Each performer gets a short, punchy set designed to make a big impact. Small moments, big energy, and lots of queer joy in an intimate, no-cover space.

 

MONDAY, MARCH 23RD
DOORS @ 6PM + SHOW @ 7PM
NO COVER // FREE FUN
RSVP: EVENTBRITE

 

Host: Nightshade the Glow @nightshadetheglow

Headliner: Eboni X Pyre @ebonixpyre

Performers:
Alya Novae Minx @bawdybyalya

ALUXX Turned-Her @aluxxturnedher

Arugala @thearugala

Johnny Flystone @kingjohnnyflystone

Marz McCall @smexymarz

Romeo Blaque Lickher @romeoblaque

Vynce Vyndetta @vvyndetta

Kitten: Salaam Kitty @salaamkitty

Photography: Sylvia @sylviamwaldron

 

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What’s Up at TMoms:

• Mondays, 4-11pm | mom’s marvelous meatless mondays?? Say it 3 times fast and see what happens. we dare u. Meatless Monday is here at TMoms from open ’till close. See what’s on special this month!

• Mondays, Upstairs 6-11pm | cue ball as bright as ur future. Free Pool Mondays upstairs at TMoms continues!

• Daily Happy Hour | $4 drafts every day from 4-6pm, everybody cheered!

• Daily Menu | Tattooed Mom will also be serving tasty eats and ice cold drinks all evening.

• Upstairs dining, bar access, and event entry is 21+ w/ valid ID.

• Accessibility at TMoms | Due to the construction of our historical building, Tattooed Mom is only partially accessible. Our event space is on the second floor, which is only accessible via a flight of stairs (20 steps, 3 feet wide, railing on the left side only). For more information, please visit our Accessibility page.

Goth Shop & Social // March 2026

Goth Shop and Social is a pop-up art mart and gothic gathering of small businesses, founded in 2022 by a nonbinary trans goth of color. Each event features a $1 raffle, with all proceeds supporting local trans youth. Centering and prioritizing those often excluded from traditional goth spaces, GS+S welcomes goths of every variety to come together, connect, and belong.

 

THURSDAY, MARCH 12TH
6-10PM
NO COVER // FREE FUN
RSVP: FB EVENT

 

Vendors:

 

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What’s Up at TMoms:

• Thursdays, 4-10pm | we support bad decisions but this isn’t one of them. 75¢ pierogis all day for Pierogi Thursday … with all the toppings & sauces ur heart desires + $3 cans of tecate!!!

• Daily Happy Hour | $4 drafts every day from 4-6pm, everybody cheered!

• Daily Menu | Tattooed Mom will also be serving tasty eats and ice cold drinks all evening.

• Upstairs dining, bar access, and event entry is 21+ w/ valid ID.

• Accessibility at TMoms | Due to the construction of our historical building, Tattooed Mom is only partially accessible. Our event space is on the second floor, which is only accessible via a flight of stairs (20 steps, 3 feet wide, railing on the left side only). For more information, please visit our Accessibility page.

Dirty Laundry: A Night at Home with the Vanilla Voyeur & His Domestic Darlings

Step inside a world where domesticity gets deliciously naughty. The Vanilla Voyeur and his domestic darlings turn everyday household items into instruments of flirtation, mischief, and pure burlesque delight. From sultry spins on the spin cycle to scandal behind closed cupboards, this show proves that behind every tidy home lies a little chaos… and a lot of temptation.

 

THURSDAY, MARCH 5TH
DOORS @ 7:30PM + SHOW @ 8PM
NO COVER // FREE FUN

 

 

(Photo credits: @jonherworld and @Clicksavephoto)

 

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What’s Up at TMoms:

• Thursdays, 4-10pm | we support bad decisions but this isn’t one of them. 75¢ pierogis all day for Pierogi Thursday … with all the toppings & sauces ur heart desires + $3 cans of tecate!!!

• Daily Happy Hour | $4 drafts every day from 4-6pm, everybody cheered!

• Daily Menu | Tattooed Mom will also be serving tasty eats and ice cold drinks all evening.

• Upstairs dining, bar access, and event entry is 21+ w/ valid ID.

• Accessibility at TMoms | Due to the construction of our historical building, Tattooed Mom is only partially accessible. Our event space is on the second floor, which is only accessible via a flight of stairs (20 steps, 3 feet wide, railing on the left side only). For more information, please visit our Accessibility page.

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