A recent screening at the Stonewall National Monument Visitor Center spotlighted a forthcoming documentary about the drag artist Miss Simone and others in the community near Stonewall and the West Village.
“Miss Simone & The Queens of Stonewall” shows Simone staging outdoor drag performances at the Stonewall National Monument and leads Sunday Tea Dances.
See the video below:”Survivors of the AIDS epidemic and enduring transphobia, they navigate life as women, performers, drag queens, and dancers, embracing self-expression amidst societal challenges,” the film’s website states. “Simone and her cohort embody a microcosm of survival, creativity, and the pursuit of beauty amid ongoing struggles. Their story, both remarkable and humbling, reflects a universal desire to live authentically despite adversity.
According to the film’s website, the documentary is in the post-production phase.
See some photos of the June 22 event below:
Watch the video below:
