BARtab :: Nightlife

On the Tab :: Aug. 28 - Sept. 4

On the Tab :: Aug. 28 - Sept. 4

  • Aug 28, 2014

The fall harvest of Labor day weekend fun continues into September.

On the Tab :: Aug. 21 - 28

On the Tab :: Aug. 21 - 28

  • Aug 21, 2014

What are the chances? The chance of getting a lap dance at the Castro Theatre? The chance of enjoying drawings and drinks at the same time? Chances are your chances are pretty good!

Cookie's Monster :: Celebrate A Drag Decade

Cookie's Monster :: Celebrate A Drag Decade

  • by David-Elijah Nahmod
  • Aug 21, 2014

Cookie Dough, local drag performer extraordinaire, proudly celebrates ten years of "The Monster Show," the weekly variety show which she's been hosting, first at Harvey's, and more recently at the Edge.

Drag Kings Strut Their Stuff in Annual Contest

Drag Kings Strut Their Stuff in Annual Contest

  • by David-Elijah Nahmod
  • Aug 15, 2014

"We look for talent," said Drag King extraordinare Fudgie Frottage. "We want them to be real. To bring their own 'cocktitude' to the stage and bring it out."

Comedic Pianist and Singer Matt Yee Returns to Martuni's

Comedic Pianist and Singer Matt Yee Returns to Martuni's

  • by Ronn Vigh
  • Aug 15, 2014

More than a pianist and singer, Matt Yee is an entertaining whirlwind of energy both on and off-stage.

On the Tab :: Aug. 14 - 21

On the Tab :: Aug. 14 - 21

  • Aug 14, 2014

Maybe you're out of town. Maybe you've got visitors. Maybe you just want to get out of the house. Maybe you'll notice that despite it being many peoples' vacay time, there are more nightlife, concert and unusual events taking place!

On the Tab :: Aug. 7- 14

On the Tab :: Aug. 7- 14

  • Aug 7, 2014

Augustian days and nights can either fog you over or blast some sun, but the bright lights of nightlife continue, with hunky and furry DJs, classy drag shows, and relaxed bar afternoon beer busts.

On the Tab :: July 31 - Aug. 7

On the Tab :: July 31 - Aug. 7

  • Jul 31, 2014

Tourists fill the streets, usually in sandals and white socks, walking in the wrong neighborhoods, asking where to find the Golden Gate Bridge. Be nice to our visitors, many from Europe in these summer months.

On the Tab :: July 24 - 31

On the Tab :: July 24 - 31

  • Jul 24, 2014

This week's BARtab section is devoted to debauchery, past present and future. But there are a few events where you can keep your clothes on.

Playground: Growing Up in the New York Underground

Playground: Growing Up in the New York Underground

  • by Jim Provenzano
  • Jul 20, 2014

Rock stars die, but the sounds and sights of the 1970s punk and glam stars live on in the hearts and minds of fans, and in captivating photos by Paul Zone, whose new book shares rarely seen images of the rock revolution.

San Fran's 'Flagging in the Park'

San Fran's 'Flagging in the Park'

  • by Jim Provenzano
  • Jul 20, 2014

A combination of festive outdoor event and fundraiser, the roots of the swirling tie-dyed dance form goes back to the earliest days of gay culture, and even decades before.

On the Tab :: July 17 - 24

On the Tab :: July 17 - 24

  • Jul 17, 2014

Party in the daytime (Realness), the nighttime funk, or even on wheels! It's up to you.

Comedy for Campo :: Entertainers Perform for Gay Politico

Comedy for Campo :: Entertainers Perform for Gay Politico

  • by David-Elijah Nahmod
  • Jul 13, 2014

On July 17, nice Jewish girl Lisa Geduldig will host Stand Up For Campos at El Rio, a night of raucous comedy and music in support of openly gay District 8 Supervisor David Campos. Campos is currently running for State Assembly.

Philly Fun

Philly Fun

  • by Jim Provenzano
  • Jul 12, 2014

With same-sex marriage bans being lifted in many states, including Pennsylvania, why not share some travel tips about our nation's historically political birthplace?