On the Tab : May 21 - 28

  • by Jim Provenzano
  • Thursday May 21, 2015
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Thursday, May 21

Barbary Coast Revue @ Balancoire

The third season of the popular cabaret show returns, with Danny Kennedy as Mark Twain, a cast of diverse performers, and new guest performer Connie Champagne. Thursdays weekly thru June. $14-$64. 8pm. 2565 Mission St. at 22nd. www.BarbaryCoastRevue.com

Bulge @ Powerhouse

Grace Towers hosts the weekly gogo-tastic night of sexy dudes shakin' their bulges and getting wet in their undies for $100 prize (contest at midnight), and dance beats spun by DJ DAMnation. 10pm-2am. 1347 Folsom St. www.powerhousebar.com

Circle Jerk @ Nob Hill Theatre

Sexy interactive night in the downstairs arcade with tattooed porn hunk Derek Parker (who performs strip and sex show onstage May 22 & 23, 8pm & 10pm). $10. 9pm. 729 Bush St. at Powell. 397-6758. www.thenobhilltheatre.com

Club King Screening @ Oasis

See the Jon Bush film about club promoter Mario Diaz, with host Heklina, and a performance of John Cantwell's Love, Connie. $15. 8pm. Followed by Sexitude at 10pm. (And Diaz' very sexy Big Fat Dick SF on May 22). 298 11th St. at Folsom. class=cfphone> 795-3180. www.sfoasis.com

Comedy Returns @ El Rio

The popular monthly comedy night features Tom Ammiano, Diane Amos, Justin Lucas, Nicole Calasich and host Lisa Geduldig. $7-$20. 8pm. 3158 Mission St. www.elriosf.com

Fauxgirls @ Infusion Lounge

Classy drag show with Victoria Secret, Alexandria, Chanel, Mini Minerva, Kipper, Ruby LeBrowne, and Lulu Ramirez (and optional dinner) at the downtown club. No cover. 8pm. 124 Ellis St. 421-8700. www.fauxgirls.com www.infusionlounge-sf.com

Full Frontal Comedy @ The Lookout

Sandra Risser headlines a night of gay laughs, with host/comic Yuri Kagan, Justin Lucas, Joe Gorman and guests, plus a $12 Burger special. $5. 8pm. 3600 16th st. www.lookoutsf.com

Fuego @ The Watergarden, San Jose

Weekly event, with Latin music, half-off locker fees and Latin men, at the South Bay private men's bath house. $8-$39. Reg hours 24/7. 18+. 1010 The Alameda. (408) 275-1215. www.thewatergarden.com

Funny Fun @ Club 21, Oakland

LGBT comedy night hosted by Dan Mires. $10. 8pm. 2111 Franklin St. Oakland. (510) 268-9425. www.club21oakland.com

Gym Class @ Hi Tops

Enjoy cheap/free whiskey shots from jock-strapped hotties and sexy sports videos at the popular sports bar. 10pm-2am. 2247 Market St. 551-2500. www.HiTopsSF.com

Homo Thursdays @ Qbar

Franko DJs the weekly mash-up/pop music night. No cover. 2 for 1 well drinks, 9pm-2am. 456 Castro St. www.qbarsf.com

Karaoke Night @ Club BnB, Oakland

Sing your heart out at the free lively night. 8pm-2am. 2120 Broadway. (510) 759-7340. www.club-bnb.com

Mary Go Round @ Lookout

Suppositori Spelling, Mercedez Munro and Holotta Tymes host the weekly night with DJ Philip Grasso, gogo guys, drink specials, and drag acts. 10pm-2am. 3600 16th St. www.lookoutsf.com

The Monster Show @ The Edge

The weekly drag show continues, with gogo guys and hilarious fun. $5. 9pm-2am. 4149 18th St. at Collingwood. www.edgesf.com

My So-Called Night @ Beaux

Carnie Asada hosts a new weekly '90s-themed video, dancin', drinkin' night, with VJs Jorge Terez. Get down with your funky bunch, and enjoy 90-cent drinks. '90s-themed attire and costume contest. No cover. 9pm-2am. 2344 Market St. www.beauxsf.com

Nap's Karaoke @ Virgil's Sea Room

Sing out loud at the weekly least judgmental karaoke in town, hosted by the former owner of the bar. No cover. 9pm. 3152 Mission St. 829-2233. www.virgilssf.com

Night at the Jewseum @ Contemporary Jewish Museum

Celebrate Shavuot with an after-work cocktail event featuring the band The Shes, food from The Grilled Cheese Guy, plus cheesecake, art-making, cocktails, DJed music and exhibit views. $5. 6pm-9pm. 736 Mission St. at 3rd. 655-7800. www.thecjm.org

Nightlife @ California Academy of Sciences

Themed event nights at the fascinating nature museum, with DJed dancing, cocktails, fish, frogs, food and fun. $10-$12. 6pm-10pm, 55 Music Concourse Drive, Golden Gate Park. 379-8000. www.calacademy.org

Sexitude @ Oasis

Aerobic dancing and cocktails led by D'Arcy Drollinger. $10. 10pm. 298 11th St. at Folsom. 795-3180. www.sfoasis.com

Thirsty Thursdays @ The Cafe

Drink specials, Top 40, gogo studs and no cover. 9pm-2am. 2369 Market St. www.cafesf.com

Tubesteak Connection @ Aunt Charlie's Lounge

Disco guru DJ Bus Station John spins grooves at the intimate retro music night. 11th anniversary night!! $4. 10pm-2am. 133 Turk St. at Taylor. www.auntcharlieslounge.com

VIP @ Club 21, Oakland?

Hip Hop, Top 40, and sexy Latin music; gogo dancers, appetizers, and special guest DJs. No cover before 11pm and just $5 after all night. Dancing 9pm-3am. Happy hour 4pm-8:30pm 2111 Franklin St. (510) 268-9425. www.club21oakland.com

Friday, May 22

Beach Blanket Babylon @ Club Fugazi

The musical comedy revue celebrates its 40th year with an ever-changing lineup of political and pop culture icons, all in gigantic wigs. $25-$160. 678 Beach Blanket Babylon Blvd (Green St.). 421-4222. www.beachblanketbabylon.com

Big Fat Dick @ Oasis

Mario Diaz' LA nightclub entourage of amazingly hunky gogos, DJs and queens invades the SoMa club. $10. 10pm-2am. 298 11th St. at Folsom. class=cfphone> 795-3180. www.sfoasis.com

Boy Bar @ The Cafe

Gus Presents' weekly dance night, with DJ Kid Sysko, cute gogos and $2 beer (before 10pm). 2369 Market St. www.cafesf.com

Derek Parker, Drew Sebastian @ Nob Hill Theatre

The manly porn dudes perform live onstage; Parker solos at 8pm, and sex duos at 10pm. Also May 23. $25. 729 Bush St. at Powell. 397-6758. www.thenobhilltheatre.com

Fade to Connie @ Oasis

LA actor John Cantwell's 'don't miss' wild performance art show about '70s female movie icons; directed by Jim Fall. $15. 8pm. 298 11th St. at Folsom. 795-3180. www.sfoasis.com

Happy Friday @ Midnight Sun

The popular video bar ends each work week with gogo guys (starting at 9pm) and drink specials. 4067 18th St. 861-4186. www.midnightsunsf.com

Joe Wicht @ R3, Guerneville

The popular singer-pianist and cabaret pro tickles the ivories and sings at the Russian River resort. No cover. 8pm. Also May 23 & 24. 16390 4th St., Guerneville. (707) 869-8399.

Latin Explosion @ Club 21, Oakland

The festive gogo-filled dance club, with host Lulu, features Latin pop dance hits with DJs Speedy Douglas Romero and Fabricio; no cover before 10pm. $6-$12. 9pm-4am. 2111 Franklin St., Oakland. (510) 268-9425. www.club21oakland.com

Manimal @ Beaux

Gogo-tastic dance night starts off your weekend. $5. 9pm-2am. 2344 Market St. www.beauxsf.com

Midnight Show @ Divas

Weekly drag shows at the last transgender-friendly bar in the Polk; with hosts Victoria Secret, Alexis Miranda and several performers. Also Saturdays. $10. 11pm. 1081 Polk St. www.divassf.com

Red Hots Burlesque @ Beatbox

The saucy women's burlesque revue's weekend show; different musical guests each week. $10-$20. 7:30pm. 314 11th St. Also Wed nights at Oasis (298 11th St.). www.redhotsburlesque.com

Rock Fag @ Hole in the Wall

Enjoy hard rock and punk music from DJ Don Baird at the wonderfully divey SoMa bar. 12pm-2am. 1369 Folsom St. 431-4695. www.hitws.com

Some Thing @ The Stud

Mica Sigourney and pals' weekly offbeat drag performance night. 10pm-2am. 399 9th St. www.studsf.com

Saturday, May 23

Beer Bust @ Hole in the Wall Saloon

Beer only $8 until you bust. 4pm-8pm. 1369 Folsom St. 431-4695. www.hitws.com

Beer Bust @ SF Eagle

The classic leather bar's most popular Sunday daytime event now also takes place on Saturdays. 3pm-6pm. 398 12th St. at Harrison. www.sf-eagle.com

La Bota Loca @ Club 21, Oakland

DJed tunes, gogo hotties, drag shows, drink specials, all at Oakland's premiere Latin nightclub and weekly cowboy night. $10-$15. Dancing 9pm-4am. 2111 Franklin St. (510) 268-9425. www.club21oakland.com

Club Rimshot @ Club BNB, Oakland

Get groovin' at the weekly hip hop and R&B night at their new location. $8-$15. 9pm to 4am. 2120 Broadway. (510) 759-7340. www.club-bnb.com

The Drag Queens of Comedy @ Castro Theatre

Eleven of the funniest drag performers, together for one show: Bianca Del Rio, Coco Peru, Alaska 5000, Willam, Shangela, Jackie Beat, Lady Bunny, Heklina, Peaches Christ and Sasha Soprano, with host Michelle Visage (RuPaul's Drag Race). $45-$300. 7pm & 10pm. (6pm pre-show) 429 Castro St. www.thedragqueensofcomedy.com

Industry @ Beatbox

Italian DJ Danny Verde and local talent Jamie J Sanchez spin tunes at the Memorial Day weekend party. $25. 10pm-3am. 314 11th St. at Folsom. www.beatboxsf.com

Matthew Martin Goes to Hollywood @ Oasis

The veteran actor, known for his Bette Davis and other film actress impersonations, returns with a new version of his Hollywood-themed music and comedy show. $20. 7pm. 298 11th St. at Folsom. 795-3180. www.sfoasis.com

Mother @ Oasis

Heklina's weekly drag show night at the fabulous renovated SoMa nightclub; plus DJ MC2 and guests. May 23: Bitch Slap! $10. 10pm-2am. 298 11th St. at Folsom. class=cfphone> 795-3180. www.sfoasis.com

Queer Pole Dancing @ The Stud

Cemora Valentino-Devine hosts a pole dancing show, with DJ Sergio fedasz. $8-$10. 9pm-2am. 399 9th St. www.studsf.com

Sugar @ The Cafe

Dance, drink, cruise at the Castro club. 9pm-2am. 2369 Market St. www.cafesf.com

Vegas Showgirl @ Angelicas, Redwood City

Enjoy a splashy Las Vegas-style show at the restaurant-nightclub, with showgirls, drag star Micha'Le, singer Melissa Cook, actor-singer Patrick Levenque, the muscle hunk hand balancing Duo Ronin, plus a lobby exhibit of amazing Vegas costumes. $55-$85. 8pm. 863 Main St, Redwood City. (650) 679-8184. www.angelicasllc.com

Sunday, May 24

Beer Bust @ Lone Star Saloon

The ursine crowd converges for beer and fun. 4pm-8pm. 1354 Harrison St. www.lonestarsf.com

Beer Bust @ SF Eagle

The classic leather bar's most popular Sunday daytime event in town draws the menfolk. 3pm-6pm. Now also on Saturdays! 398 12th St. at Harrison. www.sf-eagle.com

Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, The Klipptones @ The Uptown, Napa

The big band jazz gorups perform. $35-$55. 7pm. 1350 3rd St., Napa. (707) 259-0123. www.uptowntheatrenapa.com

Big Top @ Beaux

Joshua J.'s homo disco circus night, with guest DJs and performers, hotty gogo guys and drink specials. 9pm-2am. 2344 Market St. www.BeauxSF.com

Brunch @ Hi Tops

Enjoy crunchy sandwiches and mimosas, among other menu items, at the popular sports bar. 2247 Market St. 551-2500. www.HiTopsSF.com

GlamaZone @ The Cafe

Pollo del Mar's weekly drag shows takes on different themes with a comic edge. 8:30-11:30pm. 2369 Market St. www.cafesf.com

Hot & Hunky Comedy @ Pa'ina Lounge

Hella Gay Comedy's night of cute straight comics ( Chris Naasko, Perry Evans, Anthony De Guzman Jr., Taylor Made, Logan Wildey, Trevor Shane Rogers) performing shirtless. $10-$20. 8pm. 1865 Post St. www.painasf.com

Jock @ The Lookout

The weekly jock-ular fun continues, with special sports team fundraisers. DJed dance music 3pm-7pm. 3600 16th St. www.lookoutsf.com

Liquid Brunch @ Beaux

No cover, no food, just drinks (Mimosas, Bloody Marys, etc.) and music. 2pm-9pm. 2344 Market St. www.beauxsf.com

Royal Tea @ Oasis

Gus Presents' nautical uniform-themed tea dance; Hello, sailor! No cover. 6pm-12am. 298 11th St. at Folsom. 795-3180. www.sfoasis.com

Salsa Sundays @ El Rio

Salsa dancing for LGBT folks and friends, with live merengue and cumbia bands; tapas and donations that support local causes. 2nd & 4th Sundays. 3pm-8pm. 3158 Mission St. 282-3325. www.elriosf.com

Sundance Saloon @ Space 550

Dance it up at the popular twice-weekly country-western night that includes line-dancing, two-stepping and lessons. $5. 5pm-10:30pm. Also Thursdays 6:30pm-10:30pm. 550 Barneveld Ave. at Industrial. www.sundancesaloon.org

Sunday Brunch, Xtravaganza @ Balancoire

Weekly live music shows with host Galilea and various acts, along with brunch, mimosas, champagne and more, at the stylish nightclub and restaurant; shows at 12:30pm, 1:30pm and 2:45pm. After that, T-Dance drag shows at 7pm, 10pm and 11pm. 2565 Mission St. at 21st. 920-0577. www.balancoiresf.com

Sunday's a Drag @ Starlight Room

Donna Sachet hosts the weekly fabulous brunch and drag show. $45. 11am, show at noon; 1:30pm, show at 2:30pm. 450 Powell St. in Union Square. 395-8595. www.starlightroomsf.com

Monday, May 25

Cock and Bull Mondays @ Hole in the Wall Saloon

Specials on drinks made with Cock and Bull ginger ale (Jack and Cock, Russian Mule, and more). 8pm-closing. 1369 Folsom St. 431-4695. www.hitws.com

Drag Mondays @ The Cafe

Mahlae Balenciaga and DJ Kidd Sysko's weekly drag and dance night, 2014's last of the year. 9pm-1am. 2369 Market St. www.cafesf.com

Epic Karaoke @ White Horse, Oakland

Mondays and Tuesdays popular weekly sing-along night. No cover. 8:30pm-1am. 6551 Telegraph Ave, (510) 652-3820. www.whitehorsebar.com

Gaymer Meetup @ Brewcade

The new weekly LGBT video game enthusiast night include big-screen games, and signature beers, with a new remodeled layout, including an outdoor patio. No cover. 7pm-11pm. 2200 Market St. www.brewcadesf.com

Irish Dance Night @ Starry Plough, Berkeley

Weekly dance lessons and live music at the pub-restaurant, hosted by John Slaymaker. $5. 7pm. 3101 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley. www.thestarryplough.com

Karaoke @ The Lookout

Paul K hosts the amateur singing night. 8pm-2am. 3600 16th St. at Market. www.lookoutsf.com

Mahogany Mondays @ Midnight Sun

Honey Mahogany's weekly drag and musical talent show starts around 10pm. 4067 18th St. 861-4186. www.midnightsunsf.com

Mash Up Mondays @ Club BnB, Oakland

Weekly Karaoke and open mic night; RuPaul's Drag Race screenings, too. 9pm-2am. 2120 Broadway. (510) 759-7340. www.club-bnb.com

Monday Musicals @ The Edge

Sing along at the popular musical theatre night; also Wednesdays. 7pm-2am. 2 for 1 cocktail, 5pm-closing. 4149 18th St. at Collingwood. www.edgesf.com

Name That Beat @ Toad Hall

BeBe Sweetbriar hosts a weekly musical trivia challenge and drag show. 8:30-11:30pm. 4146 18th St. at Castro. www.toadhallbar.com

No No Bingo @ Virgil's Sea Room

Mica Sigourney and Tom Temprano cohost the wacky weekly game night at the cool Mission bar. 8pm. 3152 Mission St. www.virgilssf.com

Opulence @ Beaux

New weekly dance night, with Jocques, DJs Tori, Twistmix and Andre. 9pm-2am. 2344 Market St. www.beauxsf.com

Piano Bar 101 @ Martuni's

Sing-along night with talented locals, and charming accompanist Joe Wicht (aka Trauma Flintstone). 9pm. 4 Valencia St. at Market. www.dragatmartunis.com

Underwear Night @ 440

Strip down to your skivvies at the popular men's night. 9pm-2am. 440 Castro St. 621-8732. www.the440.com

Tuesday, May 26

Block Party @ Midnight Sun

Weekly screenings of music videos, concert footage, interviews and more, of popular pop stars. 9pm-2am. 4067 18th St. 861-4186. www.midnightsunsf.com

Bombshell Betty & Her Burlesqueteers @ Elbo Room

The weekly burlesque show of women dancers shaking their bonbons includes live music. $10. 9pm. 647 Valencia St. 552-7788. www.elbo.com

Cock Shot @ Beaux

Shot specials and adult Bingo games, with DJs Chad Bays and Riley Patrick, at the new weekly night. No cover. 9pm-2am. 2344 Market St. www.beauxsf.com

Funny Tuesdays @ Harvey's

Ronn Vigh hosts the weekly LGBT and gay-friendly comedy night. One-drink or menu item minimum. 9pm. 500 Castro St. at 18th. 431-HARV. www.harveyssf.com

Gay Skate Night @ Church on 8 Wheels

LGBT night at the former Sacred Heart Church-turned disco roller skate party space, hosted by John D. Miles, the "Godfather of Skate." Actually, every night is gay-friendly, including Saturday's Black Rock night (Burning Man garb encouraged). Also Wed, Thu, 7pm-10pm. Sat afternoon sessions 1pm-2:30pm and 3pm-5:30pm. $10. Kids 12 and under $5. Skate rentals $5. 554 Fillmore St at Fell. www.churchof8wheels.com

Ink & Metal @ Powerhouse

Show off your tattoos and piercings at the weekly cruisy SoMa bar night. 10pm-2am. 1347 Folsom St. www.powerhousebar.com

Meow Mix @ The Stud

The weekly themed variety cabaret showcases new and unusual talents; MC Ferosha Titties. $3-$7. Show at 11pm. 9pm-2am. 399 9th St. at Harrison. www.studsf.com

Naked Night @ Nob Hill Theatre

Strip down with the strippers at the cruisy adult theatre and arcade; free beverages. $20. 8pm. 729 Bush St. at Powell. 397-6758. www.thenobhilltheatre.com

Retro Night @ 440 Castro

Jim Hopkins plays classic pop oldies, with vintage music videos. 9pm-2am. 44 Castro St. www.the440.com

Showdown @ Folsom Foundry

Weekly game night for board and electronic gamers at the warehouse multi-purpose nightclub. 21+. 6pm-12am. 1425 Folsom St. www.showdownesports.com

Switch @ Q Bar

Weekly women's night at the stylish intimate bar. 9pm-2am. 456 Castro St. www.QbarSF.com

Trivia Night @ Hi Tops

Play the trivia game at the popular new sports bar. 9pm. 2247 Market St. 551-2500. www.HiTopsSF.com

Una Noche @ Club BnB, Oakland

Vicky Jimenez' drag show and contest; Latin music all night. 9pm-2am. 2120 Broadway. (510) 759-7340. www.club-bnb.com

Underwear Night @ Club OMG

Weekly underwear night includes free clothes check, and drink specials; different hosts each week. $3. 10pm-2am. Preceded by Open Mic Comedy, 7pm, no cover. 43 6th St. www.clubomgsf.com

Wednesday, May 27

Booty Call @ QBar

Juanita More! and her weekly intimate -yet packed- dance party. $10-$15. 9pm-2am. 456 Castro St. www.qbarsf.com

Bondage a GoGo @ Cat Club

The (mostly straight) kinky weekly dance night, where fetish gear is welcome; DJs Damon and Tomas Diablo play electro, goth, industrial, etc. 9:30pm-2:30am. 1190 Folsom St. www.bondage-a-go-go.com

Bottoms Up Bingo @ Hi Tops

Play board games and win offbeat prizes at the popular sports bar. 9pm. 2247 Market St. 551-2500. www.HiTopsSF.com

B.P.M. @ Club BnB, Oakland

Olga T and Shugga Shay's weekly queer women and men's R&B hip hop and soul night, at the club's new location. No cover. 8pm-2am. 2120 Broadway, Oakland. www.bench-and-bar.com

Miss Kitty's Trivia Night @ Wild Side West

The weekly fun night at the Bernal Heights bar includes prizes, hosted by Kitty Tapata. No cover. 7pm-10pm. 424 Cortland St. 647-3099. www.wildsidewest.com

Open Mic/Comedy @ SF Eagle

Kollin Holts hosts the weekly comedy and open mic talent night. 6pm-8pm. 398 12th St. www.sf-eagle.com

Pussy Party @ Beaux

Weekly women's happy hour, with all-women music and live performances, 2 for 1 drinks, and no cover. 5pm-9am. 2344 Market St. www.beauxsf.com

Rainbow Skate @ Redwood Roller Rink

Weekly LGBT and friends skate night, with groovy disco music and themed events. $9. 8pm-10:30pm. 1303 Main Street, Redwood City. www.rainbowskate.net www.facebook.com/rainbowskating/

Red Hots Burlesque @ Oasis

The weekly women's sexy strip show. $15-$25. 8:30pm-11:30pm. 298 11th St. at Folsom. www.sfoasis.com

Shit Talk @ Oasis

Yuri Kagan's offbeat comedy night, with Cara Tramontano, Stefani Silverman, Jessica Sele and Butch Escobar. $5. 7:30pm. 298 11th St. at Folsom. www.sfoasis.com

So You Think You Can Gogo? @ Toad Hall

The weekly dancing competition for gogo wannabes. 9pm. cash prizes, $2 well drinks (2 for 1 happy hour til 9pm). Show at 9pm. 4146 18th St. www.toadhallbar.com

Stoli Cocktail Classic @ Beatbox

Patrick Gallineaux, Jai Rodriguez and Donna Sachet cohost the annual vodka cocktail competition, with judges Ali Mafi, Liam Mayclem and Bebe Sweetbriar. No cover. 7pm. 314 11th St. www.beatboxsf.com

Way Back @ Midnight Sun

Weekly screenings of vintage music videos and retro drink prices. Check out the new expanded front window lounge. 9pm-2am. 4067 18th St. 861-4186. www.midnightsunsf.com

Wooden Nickel Wednesday @ 440

Buy a drink and get a wooden nickle good for another. 12pm-2am. 440 Castro St. 621-8732. www.the440.com

Wrangler Wednesday @ Rainbow Cattle Company, Guerneville

The Russian River bar's country music night attracts cowboys and those who like to ride 'em. 8pm-1am. 16220 Main St., Guerneville. (707) 869-0206. www.queersteer.com

Thursday, May 28

Barbary Coast Revue @ Balancoire

The third season of the popular cabaret show returns, with Danny Kennedy as Mark Twin, a cast of diverse performers, and new guest performer Connie Champagne. Thursdays weekly thru June. $14-$64. 8pm. 2565 Mission St. at 22nd. www.BarbaryCoastRevue.com

Bulge @ Powerhouse

Grace Towers hosts the weekly gogo-tastic night of sexy dudes shakin' their bulges and getting wet in their undies for $100 prize (with a contest at midnight), and dance beats spun by DJ DAMnation. 10pm-2am. 1347 Folsom St. www.powerhousebar.com

Faux Real with Fauxnique @ Oasis

The local� -and internationally acclaimed- dancer and faux queen brings her new show to the SoMa nightclub. $20. 7pm. Also May 29 & 30. 298 11th St. at Folsom. www.sfoasis.com

Fly On @ 1300 on Fillmore

Fundraiser gala dinner for the Imagine Bus Project, an arts education project for teenagers at risk in juvenile detention centers; with Rita Moreno, Gavin Newsom, Kamala Harris, Jeff Adachi and other notable people. $250 and up. 6:30pm. 1300 Fillmore St. 675-1104. www.imaginebusproject.org

Funny Fun @ Club 21, Oakland

Weekly LGBT and straight comedy night hosted by Dan Mires. $10. 8pm. 2111 Franklin St. Oakland. (510) 268-9425. www.club21oakland.com

Gym Class @ Hi Tops

Enjoy cheap whiskey shots from jock-strapped hotties and sexy sports videos at the popular new sports bar. 10pm-2am. 2247 Market St. 551-2500. www.HiTopsSF.com

Karaoke Night @ Club BnB, Oakland

Sing your heart out at the free lively night. 8pm-2am. 2120 Broadway. (510) 759-7340. www.club-bnb.com

Karaoke Night @ Club OMG

Dana leads the weekly amateur singing night. 8pm. No cover. 43 6th St. 896-6473. www.clubomgsf.com

The Monster Show @ The Edge

The dearly missed Cookie Dough's weekly drag show continues, with themed events and cute gogo guys. $5. 9pm-2am. 4149 18th St. at Collingwood. www.edgesf.com

Pride Dinner Party @ Institute of Possibility

Juanita More! and Kitchit host a fundraiser dinner for SF Pride's Youth Empowerment Summit; enjoy a delicious five-course dinner and wines. $100. 7pm-10:30pm. 3359 Cesar Chavez. www.juanitamore.com

Storm Large @ Feinstein's at the Nikko

Musician, actor, playwright, author; the multi-talent performs her new cabaret show, Taken by Storm. $35-$50. ($20 food/drink min.). 8pm. Also May 30, 7pm. Hotel Nikko, 222 Mason St. (866) 663-1063. www.stormlarge.com www.ticketweb.com

Thirsty Thursdays @ The Cafe

Drink specials, Top 40, gogo studs and no cover 2for 1 cocktails til 10:30pm. 2369 Market St. www.cafesf.com

Thump @ White Horse, Oakland

Weekly electro music night with DJ Matthew Baker and guests. 9pm-2am. 6551 Telegraph Ave, (510) 652-3820. www.whitehorsebar.com

Tony Bennett & Lady Gaga @ Concord Pavilion, Concord

The veteran jazz vocalist and the glam pop star hit the stage in their elegant duo concert tour. $45-$600. 8pm. 2000 Kirker Pass Road, Concord. www.livenation.com

Tubesteak Connection @ Aunt Charlie's Lounge

Eleventh anniversary of the retro disco night with a fun diverse crowd, and disco master DJ Bus Station John. $4. 10pm-2am. 133 Turk St. at Taylor. www.auntcharlieslounge.com

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