desert briefs by sasha scarlett
Coachella Valley is hottest in Julywhen daytime temps can rise to 120 degrees and even night time rarely falls below 100. Sounds great? Then get in your air-conditioned mode of transportation and head out to Palm Springs. Let’s begin with theatre:The Desert Rose Playhouse
presentsParty by David Dillon, running throughSunday, July 30. A wildly funny comedy, depicting a group of gay men getting together for a gay version of “Truth or Dare,” which requires the player to remove clothing. Nude theatre…YAY! By the end of the evening, everyone is naked as they sing and laugh in a great show of brotherhood. I just see naked actors and love it. For tickets and more information, go
todesertroseplayhouse.org. Palm Canyon Theatre presentsIn the Heights, the
Tony-award winning play runningFriday, July 7 through Sunday, July 16centered on a variety of characters living in the neighborhood of Washington Heights. Usnavi, a bodega owner who looks after the aging Cuban lady next door and pines for the gorgeous girl working in the neighboring beauty salon. Nina has returned to the neighborhood from her first year at college with surprising news. Ultimately, Usnavi and the residents of the close-knit neighborhood realize what it means to be home. For tickets and more information, go
topalmcanyontheatre.com. For those seeking special events, I suggest supportingAAP: Food Samaritans during the dazzlingIndepenDANCE Day Party at the historic O’Donnell house, 412 W. Tahquitz Canyon Way in Palm Springs. TheTuesday, July 4 event begins at 7:30 p.m., with DJ Baz playing a range of upbeat dance songs and the City of Palm Springs’ fireworks display will commence at approximately 9:15 p.m. Guests will be treated to an old-fashioned, 4th of July barbeque with burgers, grilled chicken and more. Tickets include open bar, barbeque, entertainment and valet parking – all while supporting a great cause. For tickets and more information, go
toaidsassistance.org.
Animal lovers can support thePets on Parade 24th Annual Awards Luncheonat Omni Rancho Las Palms, 41000 Bob
Hope Drive in Rancho Mirage onSunday, July 16. It’s a benefit for Loving All Animals and Pegasus Riding Academy and honors winners of the POP photo contest. Festivities include live and silent auction, raffle and luncheon, so, bring your pets—and your appetite—they are both welcome. For tickets and more information, go to pegasusridin-
gacademy.org. My absolute favorite fun Coachella Valley event has to be theDive-In Movies at The Arrive Hotelon 1551 N. Palm Canyon Drive. This throw-back event partners the Arrive with the Palm Springs International Film Society, who host the dive-In movie eventsevery third Thursday of the month at their fab location. I can’t wait to lounge on my floating chair, ensconced in the pool, with a cocktail while watchingPretty Womanor Austin Powers. For more information and a full schedule of films, go to
arrivehotel.com. For those who have a penchant for drag, there
are a plethora of choices starting Thursdays with Bella is Back at the Copa beginning 7 p.m. at, you guessed it,The Copa. The same day hang out at theScorpion RoomforChill with Pinkie Meringue Shimmerat 8 p.m.Oscar’s Cabaret (formerly Carnival Cabaret) happens Fridays at 8 p.m. and is an excellent old school Vegas-style drag revue. Saturdays, enjoyGypsy’s Follies, hosted by James “Gypsy” Haake, the 85-year-old drag legend, beginning at 6 p.m. also happen- ing atOscars. Sunday’s drag cornucopia begins withPalm Springs Original Drag Queen Sunday Brunch(I know, I started it) atRio Azul Mexican Restaurant, weekly starting at 11 a.m. Disco Drag Brunch withJersey Show is Sunday from noon to 3 p.m. atAlibi Azul. The Judy Showis a terrific tribute to Judy Garland happening atPurple RoomeverySundayat 7 p.m. Finally,Sunday ends withTommi Rose and the Playgirls, arguably the best and inarguably the longest-running drag show atToucan’s Tiki Lounge, every week starting at 9 p.m. Lots of entertaining choices for those that
want to visit Palm Springs. Stay cool inside, poolside or at a neighborhood watering hole and have a cocktail for me…Or, better yet, with me! See you in the Desert!
THANK YOU Sasha Scarlett
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