Images from 'Love is a Drag Show'

Posted on Sat, Feb 11, 2012 : 11:12 a.m.

Images from 'Love is a Drag Show'

By Chris Asadian

Karyn Boyce, clinical director at Ozone House, sits at a table and watches the show during 'Love is a Drag Show' at Frenchie's in Depot Town, Ypsilanti on Friday, Feb. 10. The event featured entertainment from local drag queens to raise money for Ozone House, a housing agency for at risk youth in Ypsilanti. Chris Asadian | AnnArbor.com

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Karyn Boyce, clinical director at Ozone House, sits at a table and watches the show during 'Love is a Drag Show' at Frenchie's in Depot Town, Ypsilanti on Friday, Feb. 10. The event featured entertainment from local drag queens to raise money for Ozone House, a housing agency for at risk youth in Ypsilanti. Chris Asadian | AnnArbor.com

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Karyn Boyce, clinical director at Ozone House, sits at a table and watches the show during 'Love is a Drag Show' at Frenchie's in Depot Town, Ypsilanti on Friday, Feb. 10. The event featured entertainment from local drag queens to raise money for Ozone House, a housing agency for at risk youth in Ypsilanti. Chris Asadian | AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/web021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA/cache/021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA_001_fullsize.JPG
Chanel Hunter, of Ypsilanti, entertains the crowd during 'Love is a Drag Show' at Frenchie's in Depot Town, Ypsilanti on Friday, Feb. 10. The event featured entertainment from local drag queens to raise money for Ozone House, a housing agency for at risk youth in Ypsilanti. Chris Asadian | AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/web021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA/cache/021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA_002_fullsize.JPG
Chanel Hunter, of Ypsilanti, prances around behind the bar during 'Love is a Drag Show' at Frenchie's in Depot Town, Ypsilanti on Friday, Feb. 10. The event featured entertainment from local drag queens to raise money for Ozone House, a housing agency for at risk youth in Ypsilanti. Chris Asadian | AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/web021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA/cache/021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA_003_fullsize.JPG
Ms. Dazzle Dior, of Jackson, waits for her music to kick on before she comes out to perform during 'Love is a Drag Show' at Frenchie's in Depot Town, Ypsilanti on Friday, Feb. 10. The event featured entertainment from local drag queens to raise money for Ozone House, a housing agency for at risk youth in Ypsilanti. Chris Asadian | AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/web021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA/cache/021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA_004_fullsize.JPG
Ms. Dazzle Dior, of Jackson, dances to a tune during 'Love is a Drag Show' at Frenchie's in Depot Town, Ypsilanti on Friday, Feb. 10. The event featured entertainment from local drag queens to raise money for Ozone House, a housing agency for at risk youth in Ypsilanti. Chris Asadian | AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/web021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA/cache/021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA_005_fullsize.JPG
The audience applauds as Chanel Hunter, of Ypsilanti, speaks during 'Love is a Drag Show' at Frenchie's in Depot Town, Ypsilanti on Friday, Feb. 10. The event featured entertainment from local drag queens to raise money for Ozone House, a housing agency for at risk youth in Ypsilanti. Chris Asadian | AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/web021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA/cache/021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA_006_fullsize.JPG
Jadein Black, of Ypsilanti, does a sultry dance during 'Love is a Drag Show' at Frenchie's in Depot Town, Ypsilanti on Friday, Feb. 10. The event featured entertainment from local drag queens to raise money for Ozone House, a housing agency for at risk youth in Ypsilanti. Chris Asadian | AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/web021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA/cache/021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA_007_fullsize.JPG
Jadein Black (left), of Ypsilanti, collects tips from patron Kelly Nowlan, of Ypsilanti, during 'Love is a Drag Show' at Frenchie's in Depot Town, Ypsilanti on Friday, Feb. 10. The event featured entertainment from local drag queens to raise money for Ozone House, a housing agency for at risk youth in Ypsilanti. Chris Asadian | AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/web021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA/cache/021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA_008_fullsize.JPG
Patrons raise their drinks as Jadein Black (center), of Ypsilanti, takes a swig from a cocktail during 'Love is a Drag Show' at Frenchie's in Depot Town, Ypsilanti on Friday, Feb. 10. The event featured entertainment from local drag queens to raise money for Ozone House, a housing agency for at risk youth in Ypsilanti. Chris Asadian | AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/web021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA/cache/021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA_009_fullsize.JPG
Ms. Dazzle Dior, of Jackson, changes outfits backstage during 'Love is a Drag Show' at Frenchie's in Depot Town, Ypsilanti on Friday, Feb. 10. The event featured entertainment from local drag queens to raise money for Ozone House, a housing agency for at risk youth in Ypsilanti. Chris Asadian | AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/web021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA/cache/021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA_010_fullsize.JPG
Ms. Dazzle Dior, of Jackson, fixes her wig while Chanel Hunter texts on the phone backstage during 'Love is a Drag Show' at Frenchie's in Depot Town, Ypsilanti on Friday, Feb. 10. The event featured entertainment from local drag queens to raise money for Ozone House, a housing agency for at risk youth in Ypsilanti. Chris Asadian | AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/web021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA/cache/021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA_011_fullsize.JPG
Ms. Dazzle Dior adjusts her wig backstage during 'Love is a Drag Show' at Frenchie's in Depot Town, Ypsilanti on Friday, Feb. 10. The event featured entertainment from local drag queens to raise money for Ozone House, a housing agency for at risk youth in Ypsilanti. Chris Asadian | AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/web021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA/cache/021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA_012_fullsize.JPG
Chanel Hunter, of Ypsilanti, collects tips while walking atop the bar during 'Love is a Drag Show' at Frenchie's in Depot Town, Ypsilanti on Friday, Feb. 10. The event featured entertainment from local drag queens to raise money for Ozone House, a housing agency for at risk youth in Ypsilanti. Chris Asadian | AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/web021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA/cache/021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA_014_fullsize.JPG
Jadein Black, of Ypsilanti, puts the finishing touches on her makeup during 'Love is a Drag Show' at Frenchie's in Depot Town, Ypsilanti on Friday, Feb. 10. The event featured entertainment from local drag queens to raise money for Ozone House, a housing agency for at risk youth in Ypsilanti. Chris Asadian | AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/web021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA/cache/021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA_015_fullsize.JPG
Jessica Nowlan, of Ypsilanti, uses her iPhone to photograph a performer during 'Love is a Drag Show' at Frenchie's in Depot Town, Ypsilanti on Friday, Feb. 10. The event featured entertainment from local drag queens to raise money for Ozone House, a housing agency for at risk youth in Ypsilanti. Chris Asadian | AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/web021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA/cache/021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA_016_fullsize.JPG
The shiny boots of Jadein Black, of Ypsilanti, trot atop the bar during 'Love is a Drag Show' at Frenchie's in Depot Town, Ypsilanti on Friday, Feb. 10. The event featured entertainment from local drag queens to raise money for Ozone House, a housing agency for at risk youth in Ypsilanti. Chris Asadian | AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/web021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA/cache/021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA_017_fullsize.JPG
Jadein Black, of Ypsilanti, makes her way down the aisle way to collect tips during 'Love is a Drag Show' at Frenchie's in Depot Town, Ypsilanti on Friday, Feb. 10. The event featured entertainment from local drag queens to raise money for Ozone House, a housing agency for at risk youth in Ypsilanti. Chris Asadian | AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/web021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA/cache/021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA_018_fullsize.JPG
Sue Dvorak, development associate at Ozone House, gives thanks to the performers backstage during 'Love is a Drag Show' at Frenchie's in Depot Town, Ypsilanti on Friday, Feb. 10. The event featured entertainment from local drag queens to raise money for Ozone House, a housing agency for at risk youth in Ypsilanti. Chris Asadian | AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/web021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA/cache/021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA_019_fullsize.JPG
Money and jewelry fill a container backstage during 'Love is a Drag Show' at Frenchie's in Depot Town, Ypsilanti on Friday, Feb. 10. The event featured entertainment from local drag queens to raise money for Ozone House, a housing agency for at risk youth in Ypsilanti. Chris Asadian | AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/web021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA/cache/021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA_020_fullsize.JPG
A pair of glamoursly silver boots are zipped up backstage during 'Love is a Drag Show' at Frenchie's in Depot Town, Ypsilanti on Friday, Feb. 10. The event featured entertainment from local drag queens to raise money for Ozone House, a housing agency for at risk youth in Ypsilanti. Chris Asadian | AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/web021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA/cache/021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA_023_fullsize.JPG
Chanel Hunter, of Ypsilanti, dances down the aisle way during 'Love is a Drag Show' at Frenchie's in Depot Town, Ypsilanti on Friday, Feb. 10. The event featured entertainment from local drag queens to raise money for Ozone House, a housing agency for at risk youth in Ypsilanti. Chris Asadian | AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/web021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA/cache/021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA_024_fullsize.JPG
Chanel Hunter, of Ypsilanti, dances down the aisle way during 'Love is a Drag Show' at Frenchie's in Depot Town, Ypsilanti on Friday, Feb. 10. The event featured entertainment from local drag queens to raise money for Ozone House, a housing agency for at risk youth in Ypsilanti. Chris Asadian | AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/web021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA/cache/021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA_025_fullsize.JPG
Chanel Hunter, of Ypsilanti, dances to a song during 'Love is a Drag Show' at Frenchie's in Depot Town, Ypsilanti on Friday, Feb. 10. The event featured entertainment from local drag queens to raise money for Ozone House, a housing agency for at risk youth in Ypsilanti. Chris Asadian | AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/web021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA/cache/021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA_026_fullsize.JPG
Chanel Hunter, of Ypsilanti, grinds on a patron during 'Love is a Drag Show' at Frenchie's in Depot Town, Ypsilanti on Friday, Feb. 10. The event featured entertainment from local drag queens to raise money for Ozone House, a housing agency for at risk youth in Ypsilanti. Chris Asadian | AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/web021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA/cache/021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA_027_fullsize.JPG
A cup of beer is poured from the tap during 'Love is a Drag Show' at Frenchie's in Depot Town, Ypsilanti on Friday, Feb. 10. The event featured entertainment from local drag queens to raise money for Ozone House, a housing agency for at risk youth in Ypsilanti. Chris Asadian | AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/web021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA/cache/021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA_028_fullsize.JPG
A lesbian couple show their affection during 'Love is a Drag Show' at Frenchie's in Depot Town, Ypsilanti on Friday, Feb. 10. The event featured entertainment from local drag queens to raise money for Ozone House, a housing agency for at risk youth in Ypsilanti. Chris Asadian | AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/web021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA/cache/021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA_029_fullsize.JPG
Jadein Black, of Ypsilanti, speaks to the audience after giving a performance during 'Love is a Drag Show' at Frenchie's in Depot Town, Ypsilanti on Friday, Feb. 10. The event featured entertainment from local drag queens to raise money for Ozone House, a housing agency for at risk youth in Ypsilanti. Chris Asadian | AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/web021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA/cache/021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA_030_fullsize.JPG
Phil Simmons (left), Eastern Michigan University theatre and dance professor, scans the audience after Jadein Black, of Ypsilanti, asked if anyone is single during 'Love is a Drag Show' at Frenchie's in Depot Town, Ypsilanti on Friday, Feb. 10. The event featured entertainment from local drag queens to raise money for Ozone House, a housing agency for at risk youth in Ypsilanti. Chris Asadian | AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/web021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA/cache/021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA_031_fullsize.JPG
Chanel Hunter, of Ypsilanti, waits for her name to be called before appearing in front of the audience during 'Love is a Drag Show' at Frenchie's in Depot Town, Ypsilanti on Friday, Feb. 10. The event featured entertainment from local drag queens to raise money for Ozone House, a housing agency for at risk youth in Ypsilanti. Chris Asadian | AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/web021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA/cache/021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA_032_fullsize.JPG
The audience applauds a performance by Chanel Hunter, of Ypsilanti, during 'Love is a Drag Show' at Frenchie's in Depot Town, Ypsilanti on Friday, Feb. 10. The event featured entertainment from local drag queens to raise money for Ozone House, a housing agency for at risk youth in Ypsilanti. Chris Asadian | AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/web021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA/cache/021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA_034_fullsize.JPG
Chanel Hunter, of Ypsilanti, proposes a toast during 'Love is a Drag Show' at Frenchie's in Depot Town, Ypsilanti on Friday, Feb. 10. The event featured entertainment from local drag queens to raise money for Ozone House, a housing agency for at risk youth in Ypsilanti. Chris Asadian | AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/web021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA/cache/021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA_035_fullsize.JPG
Chrissy Topp (right), of Ann Arbor, dances with J.T. Sangsland, of Novi, during 'Love is a Drag Show' at Frenchie's in Depot Town, Ypsilanti on Friday, Feb. 10. The event featured entertainment from local drag queens to raise money for Ozone House, a housing agency for at risk youth in Ypsilanti. Chris Asadian | AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/web021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA/cache/021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA_036_fullsize.JPG
Frenchie's proprietor, Jessica Jane French, gives a 'thank you' speech during 'Love is a Drag Show' at Frenchie's in Depot Town, Ypsilanti on Friday, Feb. 10. The event featured entertainment from local drag queens to raise money for Ozone House, a housing agency for at risk youth in Ypsilanti. Chris Asadian | AnnArbor.com /calendar/photologue/photos/web021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA/cache/021012_ENT_Drag_Show_CA_037_fullsize.JPG

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Frenchie's in Ypsilanti hosted a benefit called the "Love is a Drag Show" on Friday, a drag-queen extravaganza benefitting Ozone House Ypsilanti and its programs. Photographer Chris Asadian captured these images.

Comments

Ben Petiprin

Sun, Feb 12, 2012 : 6:32 p.m.

Great pictures but weird stuff. Is this hip? When people imagine a renewed Ypsi, does the image resemble 1920s Berlin?

Mike D.

Sun, Feb 12, 2012 : 2:52 p.m.

While articles about fundraisers for charitable organizations are great, they would be more useful beforehand so more people might go!

Sue

Sat, Feb 11, 2012 : 8:20 p.m.

Chris, you really captured what a great time this event was! Thank you!!! And thanks to Jessica French and her crew for hosting this benefit for Ozone House...you made it so much fun! And of course...thanks to the divalicious performers!