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Written and Performed by Jon Gentry
Directed by Shinelle Azoroh
Featuring Music by Diamond Stylz

BIO:

Jon Gentry (he/they) is a multifaceted artist whose credits span theater, film, television, and gaming. Born and raised in Houston, Jon infuses his art with a tri-coastal (East, West and Gulf) perspective on Black queerness in America. His award-winning solo show “Black Bastard” has been presented at the Hollywood Fringe Festival, Santa Monica Playhouse, PlayGround Solofest, Whitefire Solofest, Out Front Theatre, and the LA LGBT Center.

Regional theater credits include Shakespeare Santa Cruz, Mark Taper Forum, Boston Court Pasadena, International City Theatre, and Casa 0101. Screen credits include “SoMang,” “Behold A Lady,” and “TEN.” He gained viral recognition as the voice of Preston Garvey in “Fallout 4,” with his memorable (and meme-able) performance.

As a teaching artist, Gentry has collaborated with The Moth, Young Storytellers, Get Lit and the Los Angeles Performing Arts Conservatory. Invited to the inaugural GLAAD Black Queer Creative Summit, he is a storyteller who thrives at the intersection of truth, artistry and innovation.

MFA: American Conservatory Theater BA: Harvard University

Follow his journey @theejongentry or visit theejongentry.com

If you’d like to tip your models:

Paypal.me/miguelreyes1214
Venmo: Miguel-Reyes-209
Zelle: 323 428 9364

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Sunday 5/24 Lineup:

4:15 show
Pip Lilly
Odious Ari
Steven Reigns
Lolliacci

6:30 show
Leopold Nunan
AL A MONAY
Zach Bailey
Mu Wang

BIOS:

CREATIVE TEAM:

Ian MacKinnon he/him (Creative Director) is a GLAAD award-nominated artist who has performed all across California at theaters, festivals, universities and more. He has produced and curated countless shows independently and for The City of WeHo, Grand Park DTLA, Antioch University and more. Past events include: LA Voices PROUD Stories, Gay Hist-Orgy, The Discount Cruise to Hell, Planet Queer and more.

Travis Wood he/him (Executive Director) is an arts professional and lifelong creative with degrees in Business (Nonprofit Management) and Queer Theory (Antioch University Los Angeles). A certified nonprofit professional (CNP), Travis explores art, culture, and identity through performance and is co-producer of Planet Queer.

Reaux Flagg she/them (Gaylien) is master of interGAYlactic mayhem.

Jesse Inostros he/him (Gaylien) is master of interGAYlactic mischief.

CAST:

Ross Alan they/them, Recently nominated for the LA Blade’s 2026 Musician of the year, Ross Alan has performed and sold out in venues nationwide, including iconic LA stages like The Viper Room, the Hard Rock Cafe Hollywood and Whisky A Go Go. They have performed with taste-making platforms including Breaking Sound, GigFinesse, MajorStage, BigGayParty and PLANET QUEER – and are currently   building toward their next chapter: a country-disco fusion LP slated for release in this August.

Zach Bailey (he/they) is a small town, assigned boy at birth, raised in the bright lights on stage. With potent songs forged through the LA open mic scene, Zach imbues charisma into his tender, reflective songwriting, conjuring inherited legends into new, communal rapture. Zach is the founder of Lazy River Presents, where he has hosted a songwriter’s open mic for the past three years, first at The Silverlake Lounge and now at The Fable.  His previous single “See Ya Next Time” was a finalist in 88.5 FM The Socal Sound’s 2024 “Next Big Sound”.  His debut record is anticipated for release in the Fall of 2026.See www.zach-bailey.com for details.

Nivi Canela, They/Them, is a queer Dominican artist on a mission to make the world a more joyful and loving place for QTBIPOC. A songwriter and musical improviser, Nivi moves audiences with intimate performances that blend folk, rock, jazz, pop, and blues.

Queen Sheba, she/her (in drag) is an entertainer in Los Angeles. Originally from tropical Fort Lauderdale, Florida, after studying opera, theater, and social studies in college, She started her career at the Palm Beach opera, singing with some of classical music’s premier performers. After performances in local theater productions like RENT, Jekyll & Hyde, and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Queen Sheba took her talents to LA, performing in both intimate cabaret settings and internationally broadcast programs.

Corey Saucier, He/Them/Hers, is a Lyrical Philosopher and a Black Queer Christian Poet, Author, and Playwright. Through Workshop, Perfoyrmance, and scribbles on paper, Corey cultivates their personal histories into a public voice that echoes themes of intersectional Minority Identity, Fem empowerment, Queer Faith, and the unspoken Crystal-Meth Epidemic. (GreenEyedGrin on all platforms)

Pip Lilly he/him, is an underpaid Scorpio performer, originally from his hometown. As an actor, writer, singer, improviser, and storyteller, he has performed on stages in most places in America and three places in Canada. He has also performed on three continents and three cruise ships. He has also appeared in television and films. His first feature film was a queer comedy with Judy Tenuta entitled Butch Camp. For more information, Google him.

Leopold Nunan, he/him, is a Brazilian-born actor, singer, director, and producer based in Los Angeles. A multi-award-winning artist and acclaimed voiceover performer, he is also a recording artist with viral releases including Feeling Like Myself Again and LGBTQIA+. His work spans theatre, music, and performance art, driven by bold, physical storytelling. He is a community leader and cultural ambassador dedicated to amplifying Brazilian and queer voices.

Ari DeSano, they/them, is a songwriter, performer, video-maker, and musician who plays accordion, ukulele-banjo, and squeaky toys. They most often perform as their drag character, Odious Ari, a 103-year-old Vaudevillian. Ari has been performing at Planet Queer for a billion years and has loved every minute of it.

Robbie McDonald, he/him, an LA native born to Irish immigrant parents,  found early success in so-called “hair bands” on LA’s Sunset Strip but his time living in Ireland defined him as a singer-songwriter and wordsmith. His 2006 release, Mighty Quiet, which documents the end of his 11-year relationship as a result of his partner joining a religious order, met with widespread critical acclaim in Ireland, particularly among its LGBTQ publications.

Mu Wang she/her, is a Taiwanese performer with 10 years of dance experience. Since 2024 alone, she has completed over 85 stage performances, bringing seasoned expertise and vibrant energy to the spotlight!

Martin Matamoros he/him, is a Cuban artist, playwright, and animator currently bringing his latest theatrical adventure to life: He-Man: Episode 3, Curse of the Violeteena Stone. Join him on June 22 at Akbar for an evening of camp, chaos, and heroic absurdity. All are invited.

Bareback Kuntessa is a multi-hyphenate slut. Bunny Bloodlust is an occasional mom. Together, the two have offended the sensibilities of Los Angeles through outrageous and provocative works that revolve around the idea of being bad at drag.

Steven Reigns he/him, was appointed the first Poet Laureate of West Hollywood, founder of The Gay Rub, an exhibition of rubbings from LGBT landmarks, and is the board president of the Anaïs Nin Foundation. His collection A Quilt for David was published by City Lights and is the product of over ten years of research regarding dentist David Acer’s life. His newest collection Outliving Michael is a memorial memoir in poetry, chronicling Reigns’s profound friendship with Michael Church, who died of AIDS in 2000.

SPECIAL THANKS:
Akbar Silverlake for giving us a home for so many years and to WeHo and The Center for this opportunity to get queer!

WEBSITE:
www.planetqueer.org   Donations via Venmo: @planet-queer

Rainbow Mariachi Rhapsody: A Queer Mariachi’s Take on Americana Roots and Musical Revues

MUSICIANS:
Carlos Samaniego (director/violin/voice), he/him
Noel Loera (trumpet/voice/ arranger/assistant director), he/him
Yalitza (Yaya) Vasquez-Lopez (violin/voice/arranger), she/ella
Ricardo Arzola (violin/voice), he/him
Melissa Bautista-Diaz (violin/voice), she/her/ella
Oscar Martinez (violin/voice), he/him
Edwin Martinez (violin/voice), he/him
Brian Espinoza (trumpet), he/him
Azul-Celeste Rodriguez (harp), they/them/elle/ella
Samantha Bautista-Diaz (guitarron), she/they
Guillermo Gonzales Jr. (vihuela), (he/him)
Andrea Mendez Lopez – (guitar) she/her/ella

CREATIVE TEAM:
Carlos Samaniego – Producer/Director
Juan Manuel Cortez – Music Arranger
Yalitza Vasquez-Lopez – Music Arranger
Noel Loera – Music Arranger
Victor Samaniego – Wardrobe/Assistant

PROGRAM:

1. Los Arco•Iris – Mariachi Arco•Iris Theme Song by Carlos Samaniego, arr. Juan Manuel Cortez – © Mariachi Arcoiris de Los Angeles LLC – INTO – El Noa Noa by Alberto Aguilera Valadez (Juan Gabriel), arr. Noel Loera – © 1980 Universal Music Publishing Ltd
   1. Soloist: Ricardo Arzola

2. Orange Blossom Special by Ervin T. Rouse, arr. Juan Manuel Cortez – © 1938 Columbia Rec
   2. Soloist: Oscar Martinez

3. Before the Last Tear Drop Falls by Vivian Keith andBen Peters, arr. Noel Loera – © 1967 Crazy Cajun 
   3. Soloists: Melissa Bautista-Diaz and Samantha Bautista-Diaz

4. Lo Mucho Que Te Quiero by Rene Ornelas, Rene Herrera, and Sammy Ibarra, arr. Carlos Samaniego – © 1993 Carbert Music, Inc. Easy Song ID
   4. Soloists: Edwin Martinez and Oscar Martinez

5. Southwest Border Rose Medley – South of the Border Down Mexico Way by Jimmy Kennedy & Michael Carr – © Vocalion, The Yellow Rose of Texas by K. public domain, Mexicali Rose by Jack B Tenney – © Melotone, arr. Noel Loera
   5. Soloists: Noel Loera. Samantha Bautista-Diaz, and Ricardo Arzola

6. Can’t Take My Eyes Off You from Jersey Boys by Bob Crewe & Robert Gaudio, arr. Guido Manesrina – © Broma 16, Reservoir Media Management, Inc, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
   6. Soloist: Noel Loera

7. Under the Sea from The Little Mermaid by Alan Menken and Howard Elliott Ashman, Yalitza Vasquez-Lopez – © Walt Disney Music Company.
   7. Soloist: Melissa Bautista-Diaz

8. Impossible Dream from Man of La Mancha by Mitch Leigh and Joe Darion, Juan Manuel Cortez – © Helena Music Company, Andrew Scott Music
   8. Soloist: Carlos Samaniego

9. Defying Gravity from Wicked by Stephen Lawrence Schwartz, arr. Yalitza Vasquez-Lopez – © Universal Music Corp., Grey Dog Music
   9.  Soloist: Yalitza Vaquez-Lopez

10. For Good from Wicked by Stephen Lawrence Schwartz, arr. Yalitza Vasquez-Lopez – © Universal Music Corp., Grey Dog Music
    10. Soloists: Yalitza Vasquez-Lopez and Carlos Samaniego

11. Somewhere Over the Rainbow from The Wizard of Oz by Harold Arlen & Yip Harburg Harold Arlen, arr. Juan Manuel Cortez – © Warner Bros.
    11. Soloist: Noel Loera

12. Recuérdame from Coco by Robert Lopez & Kristen Anderson-Lopez, Noel Loera – © Pixar Music, Wonderland Music Co. Inc.
    12. Soloist: Ricardo Arzola

13. I Am What I Am from La Cage Aux Folles/The Birdcage by Jerry Herman, arr. Juan Manuel Cortez – © Hipgnosis Songs Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
    13. Soloists: Noel Loera, Yalitza Vasquez-Lopez and Carlos Samaniego

14. The Winner Takes It All from Mama Mia by Bjorn Ulvaeus &Benny Anderson (ABBA), arr. Juan Manuel Cortez – © Universal/union Songs Musikforlag
    14.  Soloist: Carlos Samaniego

15. West Side Story Medley by Leonard Bernstein & Stephen Sondheim, arr. Juan Manuel Cortez – © 1956, 1957 Amberson Holdings LLC and Stephen Sondheim. Copyright renewed. Leonard Bernstein Music Publishing Company LLC
    15. Soloists: Ricardo Arzola, Oscar Martinez, Melissa Bautista-Diaz, Yalitza Vasquez-Lopez Noel Loera, Carlos Samaniego, Edwin Martinez

CAST:
Lauren Curet
Phoenix Marroquin
Gabriela Pedraza
Jennifer Rosas
Julian Armaya
Luis Galile
Joaquín Madrid Larrañaga
Alex Reynoso
Steven Vargas

DIRECTORS:
Abel Marquez
Edward Navarrete
Rosa Navarrete
Teddy Alexis Rodriguez, PhD

PRODUCERS:
Abel Alvarado
Rigo Tejeda
Patricia Zamorano

LINE PRODUCER:
Abel Marquez

RUN OF SHOW:

ACT I

“Ass Told By Gino”
Written By Thulio DaSilva

“The Blood Sisters”
Written by Cinnamon Rivera

“Mio”
Written by Julian Armaya

“Understall Confessions”
Written by Frank X. Rojas

“Reunited And It Feels so-so”
Written by Jaime Mayorquin

“El Gordo”
Written by Rubén Mendive

15-Minute Intermission

ACT II

“In Company of Herons”
Written by Oscar Flores

“The Catch”
Written by Matthew Ramos

“I Don’t Want to Be Here”
Written by Patricia Zamorano

“The Last Christmas”
Written by Tony Iniguez

“Waiting For Parole”
Written by Salvador Garcia Dorado

“On The Other Side of The Fence”
Written by Z33RO

TNH PRODUCTIONS:
Rigo Tejeda, Founding Artistic Director
Abel Alvarado, Producing Artistic Director
Patricia Zamorano, Director of Finance