Thursday, June 27th, 8pm - 2am
Main Room / 21+
In addition to online presales, tickets will also be available at the door night of.
Oakland To All proudly presents our 3rd annual SF Pride kick-off at Public Works SF:
Lover's Ball 3: The Blacklist
OTY Approved (mainstream)
Supported by Jack’d App and BridgeHIV
Featuring the international Icon JACK MIZRAHI-GUCCI alongside LA's finest TORIE BALMAIN
Beats by BLOSSOM
Preshow w/ DJ LADY RYAN, EVE SAINT LAURENT, and AURRIS GARÇON
THE BALL WILL START AT 10PM SHARP!
(we're serious this time!)
AND THE CATEGORY IS:
🏆 COMMENTATOR v. COMMENTATOR:
[Plucked] Being plucked has multiple meanings, but tonight you’re going to pluck a word out of a hat and use that word in your chant.
🏆 VIRGIN VOGUE:
[Catwoman] Eartha Kitt was a successful actress in the States, but found herself ousted after she spoke out against the Vietnam War. Nevertheless, she was eventually invited back to the United States and continued to star in iconic roles. One of her most important roles ever was her portrayal of Selina Kyle. Tonight you are Catwoman in honor of Eartha Kitt.
🏆 VIRGIN RUNWAY
[Azealia Banks] Outspoken rapper Azealia Banks has found herself on the wrong side of the press several times and after having an amazing debut album with “Broke with Expensive Taste” she fell from grace. Azealia has claimed to be a witch several times, even sacrificing a chicken online. So tonight, you will be a witch doctor in honor of Azealia.
🏆 VIRGIN FACE
[Idlewild] Paula Jai Parker is known for many movies in black cinema. After she did Idlewild, her career came to a striking halt. Tonight you must bring us a look inspired by Idlewild. We want that Juke joint 1930s effect. Please bring a photo of your inspiration.
⭐️ REALNESS (2 Trophies): $300
MF v. FF
[Literary Characters] Young Adult fiction is an escape for those who like to read. Plots are often riddle with social commentary that has resulted in some books ending up on ban lists. We want you to choose a character from a book and bring them to life.
⭐️ RUNWAY (4 Trophies) $500
Butch Queen European, Female Figure, All American, NB/GNC
[Lena Horne] Lena Horne was a cinema sweetheart who like many other black celebrities found herself being called a communist and being blackballed in Hollywood. After she returned to Hollywood she starred in some iconic films the last of which was “The Wiz" where she starred as Glenda. Bring it as any character from the Wiz.
⭐️ PERFORMANCE (5 Trophies): $500
Butch Queen Vogue Fem, Female Figure, Realness W/ A Twist, Old way Vs New Way, GNC/NB
[“Crush on You”] Rap superstar Lil Kim was sentenced to one year in prison and fined $50,000 for perjury. Before and after that Kim gave us a series of hits, including one of her most iconic songs and videos, Crush on You. Bring us an H-to-T monochromatic look.
⭐️ FACE: $500
(Male Figure v. Female Figure v. GNC)
[The Jackson] No strangers to bad press, the Jackson family is known for the greatest hits and some big misses like Janet at the Super Bowl or Michael holding Blanket over the railing on a patio. Nevertheless, they also have served some iconic looks, recreating an iconic look from Michael of Janet.
⭐️ SEX SIREN: $500
(Male Figure v.s. Female Figure v. GNC)
[Josephine Baker] Josephine Baker was an iconic dancer and performer, breaking barriers in Hollywood and abroad. However, she was accused of being a communist and well the rest is history. In honor of Josephine, reinterpret one of her iconic costumes and sell us sex.
⭐️ FASHION
Best Dressed: $200
(Male Figure, Female Figure, GNC/NB)
[The Crown] In 1983, Vanessa Williams became the first Black woman crowned Miss America. However, in July 1984 nude photos surfaced of Williams, and the beauty was stripped of her crown. Bring us a Summertime best-dressed look, and in honor of Miss America don’t forget your sash!
⭐️ Sneaker Vs Sneaker
[NFL] Several Football players have been blacklisted by the NFL some for doing good like Kaepernick and some well… you get it. Bring it in a football jersey and or coordinating sneakers.
To volunteer, sponsor a category, or make a donation, please email: OaklandToAll@gmail.com