The Schedule
PRIDE FEST 2023
Main Stage
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Kickoff for Pride Fest 2023
With DJ Chomperz
11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
I am Drea
Listen and Enjoy the wonderful music of Drea Kaigler
12:15 PM - 12:45 PM
Giselle Trivianni & Cybil Unrest
Come watch some drag with:
Giselle Trivianni - New Orleans Pride Queen 2019 & Miss New Orleans Pride Latino 2022
Cybil Unrest
As well as see the adoptable animals of Big Easy Animal Rescue!
12:45 PM - 1:30 PM
Brandon Andrews
Listen to the dance vibes Brandon has to offer
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Mistie Bonet & Paris Dee Delorean
Come watch some drag with:
Mistie Bonet
Paris Dee Delorean
And learn about some wonderful organizations within our local community!
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Ty Valentino
Come listen to the rap stylings of Black Pride New Orleans 2022 Rapper of the year!
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Monique Michaels-Alexander & Portia Michaels
Come watch some drag with:
Monique Michaels-Alexander
Portia Michaels
And learn about more organizations in our local community!
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Amanda Shaw
Listen to the vibrant violin stylings and voice of Amanda Shaw!
4:30 PM - ??
DJ Chomperz
DJ Chomperz spins the tunes until Pride Parade kicks off at 6 PM!
PRIDE FEST 2023
DJ Stage
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
DJ Hannah Disher
Local DJ Spinning House and Techno tunes for your listening pleasure while you enjoy Pride Fest activities!
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
DJ Bryan Reyes
Bryan Reyes is a DJ & Music Producer who has been making waves in the electronic dance music scene for over two decades.
Born in Puerto Rico and raised in Boston, Bryan grew up with a love of music. He began his DJ career at the young age of 16, mixing to freestyle from NYC, Chicago and Miami. Bryan’s music career breakthrough came in 2010 when he won a DJ contest; allowing him to play for RealBad , the San Francisco Folsom Street Fair closing party in 2011 to a standing ovation. This event launched his career to next level and he went on to play New Year’s Eve in Rio De Janeiro and Fortaleza in Brazil and throughout Mexico. Bryan’s music style originated as circuit tribal with trance and techno influence, to his latest direction, Melodic Techno and Peak Techno. His first original track was “Get Wet”, followed by “Rumba” and a collaboration with Deep Influence on “X-Cuse Me”. Bryan is currently working on an EP Album with DJ/Producer Mark DeMarko of Atlanta.
Bryan's music is a fusion of various genres, including house, techno, and electro, and he is known for his high-energy sets that keeps crowds wanting more… ALL NIGHT LONG! He has released several albums and singles over the years, including "The Reyes Project" and "In The Mix"; some in collaboration with his now music partner Mark DeMarko.
In addition to his music career, Bryan is also a successful entrepreneur and is now involved in Fantasy Costume Design.
Bryan has toured extensively throughout the United States and South America, playing at some of the most reputable events and festivals in the world. He is known for his innovative and creative approach to music, and is widely regarded as one of the undergrounds BEST DJs in the industry. Bryan has remixed releases by Madonna, Pepper Mashay, Anastasia, Depeche Mode, Deborah Cox and many others.
Despite his success, Bryan continues to produce music and performs weekly, always striving to improve and evolve as an artist. His passion for music is infectious, and he has inspired countless others to pursue their own dreams in the music industry.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
DJ Mark DeMarko
Mark DeMarko (aka ADAM HAS A BEAT) is DJ and music producer known internationally who has been making music since the 80’s and quickly made a name for himself in the underground club scene and had his breakout in the late 90’s at the Montreal BLACK & BLUE Festival’s LEATHER BALL opening doors to clubs worldwide.
Mark's music is a blend of various genres, including house, Tribal and Techno, and he is known for his high-energy performances that get the wanting more at the end of every set he plays. He has released several albums and Billboard Chart singles over the years including Lady Gaga’s BEAUTIFUL & DIRTY RICH, Heather Leigh West’s DROP A HOUSE, Samantha Fox’s ITS YOU, and collaborations with Tracy Young with Maya Simantov’s I CAN FORGIVE and remix partner Bryan Reyes with Tamia’s LOVE FALLS OVER ME!
Mark has toured extensively throughout the United States, South America and Europe, playing at some of the biggest clubs and festivals in the world from Pride events to celebrity parties. He’s been the headline performer at HUSTLABALL in Berlin and NYC. The opening DJ for Kylie Minogue’s APHRODITE Tour. He was the FIRST Black Dj to headline NYC DANCE ON THE PIER in its’ 25 year history at the time, and one of Adidas’ and The Armani Exchange’s Official DJ’s!
He is known for his innovative mix style and creative approach to music, and is widely regarded as one of the most talented yet underrated DJs in the industry. He was also named 2016 DJ Of The Year by OVAH Magazine.
Despite his success, Mark remains humble and dedicated to his craft. He continues to produce music and perform regularly, always striving to improve and evolve as an artist. His passion for music is infectious, and always has people wondering what’s next!
PRIDE FEST 2023
AFTER PARTY
8:00 PM - ??
Phoenix Bar - 941 Elysian Fields Ave
DJ Chomperz spins the tunes until Pride Parade kicks off at 6 PM!